About NUJS
NUJS is considered one of the best amongst the elite national law schools in India built on the five-year law degree model proposed and implemented by the Bar Council of India.
The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India serves as the Chancellor of the University and Chairman of its highest governing body, the General Council.
Despite its relatively short existence, WBNUJS has firmly established itself as one of India’s premier national law universities. It ranked 4th in the NIRF India Ranking 2025 under the Law category and also achieved an A+ grade in the NAAC accreditation, further solidifying its reputation for academic excellence.
The University fosters an academic community committed to knowledge, wisdom, discovery, and creativity. With a student-centric approach, it aims to nurture personal and intellectual growth while preparing students for leadership roles in law, governance, politics, business, and social institutions.
Through its various research centers, WBNUJS continues to make significant contributions to critical legal issues and the evolving philosophy of law. NUJS strives to establish itself as a seat of learning and research focusing on the interface between Law, Science, and Technology.
About the Programs
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Forensic Science is an advanced academic degree program designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work in the field of forensic science.
This program is highly interdisciplinary, integrating various scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, and computer science with the principles of criminal justice.
It covers advanced areas such as:
- Forensic Biological Sciences
- Forensic Chemical Sciences
- Forensic Physical Sciences
- Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Management
- Relevant Legal Methods for Forensic Proceedings
- Fingerprints and other impressions
- Digital & Cyber Forensics
The M.A. in Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration is a two-year Master’s Degree Program. The curriculum typically includes a mix of core subjects and elective courses, alongside practical training.
It covers advanced areas such as:
- Victimology & Victim Assistance
- Criminal Psychology & Criminal Behaviour
- Comparative & Cultural Criminology
- Cyber Criminology & Cyber Forensics
- Geriatric & Youth Criminology
- Emerging Trends in Policing
The LL.M. in Data Science and Data Protection Law is a two-year postgraduate programme that integrates advanced legal studies with data science, privacy, and emerging technologies.
It is designed for law graduates who seek to understand not only the doctrinal and regulatory dimensions of data governance, but also the technical logic that increasingly shapes digital systems.
Through a thoughtful combination of legal principles and data-science methodologies, the programme equips students to analyse, interpret, and govern data-driven systems while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks.
Core interdisciplinary areas include:
- Data Science for Legal Applications – statistical analysis, machine learning basics, predictive modelling, and text-based legal analytics.
- Legal-Tech Integration – algorithmic accountability, data governance models, and computational approaches to compliance.
- Technical Implementation of Privacy Laws – anonymization, privacy-preserving methods, and the operationalisation of Privacy by Design.
The programme prepares graduates to translate legal requirements into technical specifications, evaluate the evidentiary value of data-science outputs, and design compliance systems that are both legally sound and technologically feasible.
Eligibility
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Forensic Science: Graduate holding a B.Sc. or B.Sc. (Hons.) degree from a recognized university in India or abroad. Minimum 55% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree. 5%-mark relaxation will be for SC/ST candidates. Reservation Policy will be applied as per West Bengal State Government norms.
- M.A. in Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration: The program can be availed by a graduate holding a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 55% marks from any recognised University in India or abroad.
- LL.M. in Data Science and Data Protection Law: A bachelor’s degree in Law with at least 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized Indian University, or an equivalent foreign degree. A 5% relaxation in marks is available for SC/ST candidates. Reservation shall apply as per the norms of the Government of West Bengal.
Mode of Courses
Full-time, on-campus programme.
About the Trainers/Faculty
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Forensic Science: The programme is run by the School of Forensic Science at NUJS. Faculty members are highly qualified with expertise in forensic biology, chemistry, physical and digital/cyber forensics. They lead classroom teaching, lab sessions, workshops, and research supervision. Faculty are actively involved in research, publications, and forensic consultancy, providing students with hands-on training and exposure to real-world forensic practices.
M.A. in Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration The programme is supported by a dedicated faculty team with expertise in diverse areas of criminology and criminal justice. Through their specialized courses, the faculty ensure that students receive both theoretical grounding and practical insights into contemporary criminological issues.
LL.M. in Data Science and Data Protection Law: The programme is supported by an interdisciplinary faculty team at NUJS with expertise in data science, statistics, law, technology regulation, public policy, and computing. Faculty members lead classroom teaching, research-oriented discussions, academic mentoring, and applied engagement with contemporary issues in data protection and digital governance.
How to Register?
Important Dates
- Application Deadline – 16 March 2026
- Admission Test – 29 March 2026
Registration Fees
Application Fee: Rs. 2,000 (General) and Rs. 1,500 (SC/ST), payable through SBI Collect under “Admission Application Fees”.
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