In sync with the qualities expected of a Daksha Fellow, the admissions process evaluates multiple facets of an applicant’s personality – breadth and depth of knowledge, consistency and rigour, curiosity and initiative, clarity and ambition.

The online application can be started by any applicant who fulfils the eligibility criteria stated below. Meeting the eligibility does not however guarantee an offer.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduation in law from a Centre for Legal Education recognised by the Bar Council of India, or successful completion of an equivalent foreign law degree.

Selection Criteria:

The Admissions Committee shall evaluate the following, before making an offer of admission:

• Grades / Percentage in the Law UG Program or performance in the LSAT- India admissions test, depending on the applicant’s choice.
• Overall application quality, including co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, internship record and work experience (if any)
• Interview with the Dean of the fellowship or a Faculty Member

Application Form

The application form has the following sections

• Personal Profile
• Academic Details
• Internships and Professional Experience (if any)
• Essays and Selection
• Extra and Co-curricular
• Upload Documents

Panel Interview

Every applicant who has successfully completed the application and undergone a first stage of screening will be eligible to appear for an interview with the Dean or a Faculty Member. The interview could be a personal interview in Sai University City Campus in Chennai or it could take place via a video call. Applicants will receive prior notice.

Admissions Test

• The applicant may provide CLAT PG or LSAT India score.