5+ Scholarships for Law Students in India 2024

Many universities and organizations across the country provide financial aid to help aspiring students start a career in law. So if you are planning to achieve your dream of making it big in the field of law, then this blog will help you discover some law scholarships in India. I will also list the eligibility criteria, rewards, relevant documents, and application process for each scholarship to help you make an informed decision. Read on to know more!

Also Read: A Detailed Guide to Start a Career in Law

List of 5+ Scholarships for Law Students in India

Generally, scholarships for law students in India are awarded based on the student’s academic performance, financial background, and caste. In addition to this, each scholarship has its own set of eligibility criteria. So without any further ado, here’s the list of some law scholarships that students can apply for to study law in India:

Scholarship Name	Meant For	Amount/Benefits
Aditya Birla Scholarship Programme	Scholars from the top 21 Indian institutions like IITs, IIMs, XLRI Jamshedpur, BITS Pilani and other Law colleges	INR 1.8 Lakhs (covers academic and hostel fees)
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	Meritorious students having a family income of < INR 4.5 LPA Students above the 80th percentile	INR 12,000 (for 3 years) INR 20,000 (for 4th and 5th year)
Fully Funded Science & Law School Scholarship	International students wanting to opt for higher studies (UG, PG, PhD) in Science and Law	Covers full tuition fees and monthly expenses up to: INR 4,000 (For UG and PG students) Upto INR 65,500 (For PhD students)
GEV Memorial Merit Scholarship	Meritorious UG and PG law students	Offers INR 2 lakhs per year (covers academic fees and offers mentorship to young law scholars)
Law School Admission Council (LSAC) India Scholarship	Students enrolling in 5-year LLB program	Up to INR 4 lakhs
Nirankari Rajmata Scholarship Scheme	Meritorious law students	Upto INR 75,000 per annum (Covers full tuition fees for students)
PNB Housing Finance Limited Scholarship	Students in their 3rd or 4th year of the BA LLB program at the Army Institute of Law, Mohali	Upto INR 40,000
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Students belonging to Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain and Zoroastrian (Parsis) communities with a family income of < INR 2 LPA	INR 3000 per annum (covers tuition fees and maintenance allowance for UG and PG law students)
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities	Meritorious students having more than 40% disability	Upto INR 4,000 (for all graduate programs)
Quill Foundation Scholarship	Young meritorious LLB students having completed their 10+2 and minimum score of 60% in English in Class 12	N/A

Also Read: Best Law Colleges

How to Apply for Law Scholarships in India?

There are two methods to apply for scholarships for law students in India: through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the university/organization’s official website. Let’s take a look at how you can apply for a law scholarship through both these modes one by one:

Applying Through the National Scholarship Portal 

To apply for scholarships for law students in India through the National Scholarship Portal, follow the steps given below:

1. Go to the National Scholarship Portal website.
2. Create an account on the website.
3. Find and select the law scholarship you want to apply for.
4. After receiving login credentials, log in and fill out the application form carefully.
5. Submit the completed application form, download and print it for your records.

Applying Through Official Websites

Here’s a general process for applying for scholarships for law students in India through official websites:

1. Go to the official website of the law scholarship you are interested in.
2. Search for the scholarship and register on the portal if you are a new applicant. 
3. If you are already registered, click the “Apply Now” button.
4. After registering, fill out the application form with all of the required information.
5. Upload the required documents and review the information you have entered.
6. Click the “Submit” button.

Also Read: Law Courses in India – Everything You Need to Know

Documents Required

Students must have the following documents ready to apply for law scholarships in India:

• Proof of identity (Passport, Aadhaar card, driving license, or other government-issued ID).
• Proof of income (Income certificate from a competent authority (Tahsildar or SDM)).
• Academic transcripts (Mark sheets for all previous academic examinations, including Class 10, Class 12, and undergraduate studies (if applicable)).
• Entrance exam scores (CLAT, LSAT India, or other law school entrance exam scores (if applicable)).
• 2-3 letters of recommendation 
• Personal statement or essay

Also Read: LLM Criminal Law: Eligibility, Admission Process, Career Scope and more

Other Scholarships for Law Students in India

In addition to the scholarships for law students in India mentioned above, here are some other schemes that you can apply for to avail of their benefits:

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Awards
National Law Entrance Scholarships	Students securing top ranks in national law universities’ entrance exams	Full/partial tuition fee waivers, financial assistance, additional benefits
Cyril Shroff Scholarship	Outstanding students pursuing a law degree	Partial/ full tuition fee waivers, research grants, internships
Jindal Global Law School Scholarships	Students from economically weaker sections of society	Financial aid covering tuition fees and living expenses
Amity Law School Scholarship	Students from marginalized communities with demonstrated financial need	Full/partial tuition fee waivers and mentoring support
LAMP Fellowship Program	Graduates and postgraduates in any discipline	Stipend, mentorship, and exposure to legislative processes
Ram Jethmalani Fellowship	Law graduates with a keen interest in litigation	Financial support for chamber expenses and mentorship
NLSIU – Fee Waiver Scheme	UG and PG Law students at NLSIU, Bengaluru	Full/partial tuition fees waived

Also Read: Law Courses After 12th

Relevant Reads:

Top Law Firms in India Every Law Student Must Know!	Faculty of Law DU: Courses, Fee, Ranking, Placements
How to become a Public Prosecutor	How to Become a Judge?
Dissertation Topics in Law for LLM Students	Types of Lawyer

FAQs

We hope that this blog helped you discover scholarships for law students in India. Want to know about more scholarships to study in India? Then stay tuned to Leverage Edu daily. Thank you for reading!