Master of Laws in IPR and Cyber Law
GITAM School of Law, a premier private law school in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana (IIRF Rankings 2023), offers a prestigious LLM in IPR and Cyber Law programme. This one-year full-time programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of international Intellectual Property Rights and Global Cyber Laws.
The program delves into the concepts of primary and impelled guarded alteration (Intellectual Property) and the reform of law and order. Additionally, it covers topics such as cyber law experts and cybercrime.
Eligibility
A minimum of 50% or 5.0 CGPA aggregate marks in an LL.B Degree or B.A. LLB or B.Sc. LLB or B.B.A. LLB or an its equivalent and Qualified in GAT.
Scope of the Programme
The LLM in Intellectual Property and Cyber Law programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ethical, social, political, national, international, and economic factors that influence legal values and principles.
With a focus on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and cyber law, the programme explores both international and Indian laws governing the protection and management of intellectual property. Additionally, students delve into specific Indian laws designed to address cyber crimes such as bullying, theft, fraud, and defamation.
Our LLM programme covers a wide range of major intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyright, designs, common law, and patents. We also explore Indian cyber laws, ensuring that our graduates are well-versed in the legal framework governing cyberspace.
Key Highlights
Application Domain Experience of Faculty
- Corporate Law
- Constitutional Law
- Intellectual Property Rights
- International Law
- Cyber Law
- Family Law
Infrastructure
- Harvard-Style Classrooms
- Law Library
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- Ministry of Social Justice
- National Research Development Corporation
- Supreme Court & High Courts
- Truth Labs
- Goa – Centre for Excellence in Intellectual Property
Venture Development Centre
- Mandatory 2-credit venture development course
- Transcending disciplinary boundaries
- Hands-on learning
- Innovative product creation with business potential
Research Centre
- Research and Development Cell
- Institution Research Committee
Syllabus
Our dynamic curriculum keeps pace with the evolving legal landscape and fosters analytical thinking to navigate complex legal systems.
Standard Track offerings of courses
- Intellectual Property Rights & Cyber Laws
- Corporate Commercial Laws
- Constitutional & Administrative Law
Specialisation Bundles of Courses offered
- Research
- Teaching
Career Options
In an increasingly digital world, the protection of intellectual property and the regulation of cyberspace have become critical issues. An LLM in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Cyber Law equips graduates with specialised knowledge in these rapidly evolving fields, preparing them to address complex legal challenges related to technology, innovation, and online environments.
A remarkable 51% surge in new company registrations was witnessed in FY24, with 185,312 new businesses added compared to the 123,938 registered in FY19. Also, India saw a more than threefold increase in corporate insolvencies under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, rising from 75 to 269 during the same period.
Are you ready to become a leader in the legal profession, advocate for justice, and contribute to shaping the future of law and society?
- Lecturer
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Associate
- Legal Expert Advisor
- Patent Agent
- Patent Analyst
- Lead Analyst
- Corporate Lawyer
- Patent Attorney
- Trademark Attorney
- Research Assistant
- Network Administrators
- Cyber Consultant
- Litigator
- Advocate
- Government Lawyer
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Pujitha
Junior Civil Judge
Abhisree Saujanya
Practicing Advocate
A. Kamal Chandrakant
Legal Advisor
Devendra Babu
Junior Civil Judge
Madhuparna Ray
Master's Degree
Maharshi Viswaraj
Managing Partner Corpoleague law Firm
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
LL.M (IPR & Cyber Laws)
1st Year
₹1,38600
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food fees.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Aggregate Score | AILET 2025 Score | CLAT / LSAT 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 141 - 200 | 95-100 | 1-500 |
| 75 | 121 - 140 | 85-94.99 | 501-1000 | |
| 60 | 111 - 120 | 75-84.99 | 1001-1500 | |
| 40 | 101 - 110 | 65-74.99 | 1501-2000 | |
| 25 | 91 - 100 | 55-64.99 | 2001-3000 | |
| 15 | 81 - 90 | 45-54.99 | 3001-4000 |
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