National Law School of India University
PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Law
NLSIU Bengaluru · 1-Year Specialization · NIRF #1 Law School
Key numbers
NIRF Law Rank
#1
NAAC Grade
A (3.45)
Annual Intake
30 seats
Program Duration
12 months
Total Program Fee
One of the most affordable PG diplomas from a top-tier institution
Cohort Size
Small batch = tighter peer group and direct faculty access
What you'll actually study
Patent law & prosecution, Trademark & branding, Copyright & creative industries, Technology transfer, and IP litigation & enforcement. Basically, the full stack for the innovation economy.
Where grads tend to land
Employer categories include Technology companies, Pharmaceutical firms, IP law firms, and Patent attorney offices. Detailed salary and placement rate data isn't publicly disclosed yet.
Plan your stay & budget
This program offers no hostel accommodation or scholarships. Living in Bengaluru means you'll need to sort your own housing and monthly expenses.
The verdict
Good fit
NLSIU's unmatched brand equity plus a ₹50K fee makes this a rare value play for breaking into IP law. That said, you'll need to hustle for your own housing, funding, and internship proof points because the university doesn't guarantee them for this diploma track.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Elite law school pedigree
- ✓ Affordable 1-year specialization
- ✓ IPR sector pivot
Doesn't match
- ✗ On-campus hostel
- ✗ Scholarship support
- ✗ Published salary benchmarks