Overview
2009
Established
80 acres
Campus
80+
Programmes
July/August
Intakes
$6,750–$12,950
Tuition per year
Delhi (IGI), ~60 km
Nearest airport
JGU's global positioning is its main draw. The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 place its law school 35th in the world and first in India, politics and international studies 90th, and business in the 151-200 band; the university sits at 851-900 in the overall QS 2026 table. Faculty come from 50-plus countries and nearly half are international, with the small class sizes, Socratic teaching and heavy writing load of an American liberal-arts college.
International students apply through the Study in India portal or directly, usually with SAT, LSAT-India or predicted grades, and all live in campus housing. Fees are India's highest in the private sector, around INR 8-13 lakh per year depending on school, but a network of 600-plus partner universities, semester exchanges, dual degrees and a Delhi-adjacent location make it a serious alternative to studying law, policy or liberal arts in the UK or Singapore.
- Institution of Eminence (2020); NAAC A grade
- Jindal Global Law School ranked 35th globally and 1st in India, QS Subject Rankings 2026
- QS World University Rankings 2026: 851-900; 5-star overall QS Stars rating 2025
- Fully residential 80-acre campus with 1,100+ full-time faculty from 50+ countries
- 600+ international partner universities with semester exchange, dual-degree and research options
- 12 schools: law, business, international affairs, public policy, liberal arts, journalism, art and architecture, banking, environment, psychology, public health, languages
- Named merit scholarships including Naveen Jindal Young Global Scholarships (50% LLM fee) and Shallu Jindal Outstanding Women Scholarships
- MBA median package INR 8.5 LPA with 93% placement; law recruiters include AZB, Trilegal and Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
Popular courses and fees for international students
Annual tuition in INR with an indicative USD conversion at ₹85 = $1. Figures are the published fee; the university may quote a separate rate for foreign nationals. Confirm the current fee sheet before paying.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Tuition / year | Eligibility | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons) | UG | 5 years | ₹10.2 lakh≈ $11,950 | 12th with 50% (45% for reserved categories); LSAT-India or JSAT-Law; international applicants may use SAT/predicted grades | July |
| BBA LLB (Hons) | UG | 5 years | ₹10.2 lakh≈ $11,950 | 12th with 50%; LSAT-India or JSAT-Law | July |
| LLM | PG | 1 year | ₹6.7 lakh≈ $7,950 | LLB or equivalent law degree with 50%; interview | July |
| BBA (Hons) | UG | 3 years (+1 year research option) | ₹9.8 lakh≈ $11,550 | 12th any stream with 50%; JSAT, SAT or ACT plus interview | July |
| MBA | PG | 2 years | ₹8.9 lakh≈ $10,500 | Bachelor's degree with 50%; CAT/XAT/GMAT/GRE/MAT or JSAT-MBA and interview | July |
| BA (Hons) Economics | UG | 3 years | ₹8.3 lakh≈ $9,750 | 12th any stream with 50%; JSAT or SAT and interview | July |
| BA (Hons) Psychology | UG | 3 years | ₹9.8 lakh≈ $11,550 | 12th any stream with 50%; JSAT or SAT and interview | July |
| B.Des Interior Design | UG | 4 years | ₹11 lakh≈ $12,950 | 12th any stream; portfolio and design aptitude test | July |
| B.Arch | UG | 5 years | ₹7.7 lakh≈ $9,100 | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Maths; NATA or JEE Paper 2 | July |
| MA Public Policy / Diplomacy, Law & Business | PG | 1 year | ₹5.7 lakh≈ $6,750 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline; interview | July |
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Admission process for international students
- 1
Choose the route: Study in India or direct
Foreign nationals can register on studyinindia.gov.in and select JGU, or apply directly at admissions.jgu.edu.in; both routes lead to the same programme and fee.
- 2
Complete the online application
Upload passport, Grade 10 and 12 or predicted results, standardised test scores where available (SAT, ACT, LSAT-India, GMAT/GRE), a statement of purpose and a recommendation letter.
- 3
Take the entrance test or submit equivalent scores
JGU accepts its own JSAT (law, business, liberal arts, MBA) or international tests; many foreign applicants are exempted from Indian tests on the strength of SAT or A-level results.
- 4
Attend the online interview
Shortlisted candidates have a video interview with faculty; scholarship and financial-aid decisions are communicated with the offer.
- 5
Accept the offer and pay the admission deposit
Pay the admission fee and first-semester tuition and residence charges by the deadline on the offer letter to secure your seat and campus room.
- 6
Obtain the visa, arrive and register
Use the admission letter for an Indian Student Visa, arrive for international orientation in July, move into campus housing and complete FRRO registration within 14 days with the Office of International Affairs.
Eligibility & English requirement
- Undergraduate: Grade 12 or equivalent with at least 50% (A-levels, IB Diploma, American High School Diploma with SAT, WASSCE, HSC, Tawjihi, Nepal NEB and similar); AIU equivalence certificate required at registration
- Law: LSAT-India or JSAT-Law score (SAT/predicted grades accepted for foreign nationals); MBA: CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, MAT or JSAT-MBA
- Postgraduate: recognised bachelor's degree with 50%; LLM requires a law degree
- English proficiency: instruction is entirely in English; applicants from non-English-medium schools may be asked for IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80 or an equivalent, assessed case by case
- Statement of purpose, one recommendation letter and an online interview form part of holistic selection
Important dates
- Applications open: September 2025 for the July 2026 intake
- Early-decision rounds: November 2025 and January 2026 (scholarship priority)
- Regular deadline: around 30 April 2026 for international applicants, with rolling consideration afterwards subject to seats
- JSAT test windows: monthly from December 2025 to June 2026
- International orientation and classes begin: late July / early August 2026
Scholarships for international students
| Scholarship | Benefit | Who qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| Naveen Jindal Young Global Scholarships | 50% of the LLM programme fee | Outstanding LLM applicants, including international candidates, selected on academic record and interview |
| Shallu Jindal Outstanding Women Scholarships | 50% of one year's tuition fee | High-achieving women applicants across JGU schools |
| O.P. Jindal Outstanding Merit Scholarships | INR 1,00,000 award | Top five LSAT-India scorers admitted to Jindal Global Law School |
| Savitri Jindal / JGU Merit-cum-Means Financial Aid | Tuition support of 25% to 100% through the university's financial-aid partner | Admitted students demonstrating financial need with strong academics; family income documentation required |
| ICCR Scholarship Schemes | Full tuition and living stipend from the Government of India | Nationals of eligible countries applying via the Indian mission; JGU hosts ICCR scholars in law, international affairs and liberal arts |
| Study in India (SII) Fee Waivers | Tuition waivers of 25% to 100% by merit tier | Foreign nationals applying through studyinindia.gov.in |
Placements
₹8.5 lakh
Median package
No PSW visa
India has no post-study work visa; graduates need a sponsored Employment Visa
Top recruiters: EY, Amazon, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, Genpact, Maruti Suzuki, AZB & Partners, Trilegal, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas.
JGBS MBA median package is INR 8.5 LPA with 93% placement (NIRF data); law graduates are placed with India's leading full-service firms, and many liberal-arts graduates proceed to postgraduate study abroad.
Campus, hostel and cost of living
Hostel (on campus)
- Twin-sharing AC residence (standard): ₹2.2 lakh / year (≈ $2,550)
- Single-occupancy AC residence (limited): on request
- Residence fee includes campus dining with vegetarian and non-vegetarian multi-cuisine menus; several cafes and food courts on campus
- JGU is fully residential; all students must live on campus. Residence fees of up to INR 2,18,000 per year (2025-26) cover room, utilities and laundry access. Single rooms carry a premium and are allocated by seniority.
Monthly living cost in Sonipat (estimate)
- Food outside mess and cafes $80-120
- Shuttle and cabs to Delhi $30-60
- Mobile and internet $5-10
- Books and printing $15-25
- Personal expenses, gym and laundry $60-100
- Total with hostel: $250–400 / month
Indian student visa for JGU admits
Foreign nationals need a Student (S) Visa from the Indian mission in their country. It is issued for the duration of the course on the university's bona fide admission letter, fee receipt and proof of funds, and holders must register with the FRRO within 14 days of arrival. Krosz prepares the visa file for every student it places, at no extra cost.
Largest international cohorts at JGU: USA (OCI), Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Kenya, UK, South Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Why is JGU so much more expensive than other Indian private universities?
Fees of roughly INR 8-13 lakh per year reflect small seminar classes, a faculty that is 45% international, a fully residential campus and extensive exchange programmes. The 2025-26 BA LLB (Hons) totals about INR 50.9 lakh over five years plus residence of up to INR 2.18 lakh a year; merit and need-based aid can cut this substantially.
Can I study law at JGU and practise in my home country?
The BA LLB (Hons) is a Bar Council of India-recognised degree. Graduates from Commonwealth countries typically need a conversion or bar course at home; JGU's law school has pathways with UK, US and Australian partners and strong preparation for LLMs abroad.
Is the campus safe and how do I get to Delhi?
The gated 80-acre campus at Sonipat Narela Road has 24-hour security and all students live on site. Delhi's IGI Airport is about 60 km and central Delhi roughly 45 km; the university runs shuttles, and the Delhi Metro's Yellow Line is reachable from the Narela/Samaypur Badli side.
Which standardised tests do international applicants need?
Law applicants submit LSAT-India or JSAT-Law, but foreign nationals with SAT, ACT, A-levels or IB results are generally considered on those plus an interview. MBA candidates use GMAT, GRE, CAT or JSAT-MBA; no test is required for most MA programmes.
How international is the student body?
JGU reports students from more than 70 countries, though foreign nationals are a small share (about 1% of 9,000-12,000 students); the larger global exposure comes from semester exchanges with 600-plus partner universities and a faculty drawn from over 50 countries.
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Sources: official university website and international prospectus, NIRF, NAAC, UGC, MEA student visa guidelines, ICCR. Last verified 2026-10. Fees are indicative and may change; Krosz is an independent admissions and visa service and is not affiliated with O.P. Jindal Global University.