Teaching Job Openings | NLSIU Bengaluru | Apply by 20th April 2026
Teaching Job Openings | NLSIU Bengaluru | Apply by 20th April 2026
Invitation to Teach Elective Courses at NLSIU (Trimester I, Academic Year 2026-27):
Period: July 1, 2026 – September 17, 2026
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
About the Opportunity:
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru is inviting applications from qualified individuals to offer Elective Courses in the first trimester of the Academic Year 2026-27. This initiative provides academics, practitioners, and experts an opportunity to contribute to NLSIU’s rigorous and diverse curriculum by engaging students in specialized areas of law and social sciences.
Course Requirements:
- Classroom Engagement: 40 hours (ordinarily spread across 10 weeks).
- Office Hours: Two hours per week for student consultation.
- Mode: All classes will be conducted in-person on campus.
- Scheduling: Classes between 9 AM – 7 PM on weekdays; most electives scheduled between 2 PM – 7 PM. In special cases, Saturday sessions may be arranged.
- Condensed Format: In exceptional cases, courses may be delivered within 4–6 weeks.
Types of Elective Courses:
Electives at NLSIU typically follow one of three formats:
- Taught Courses: Lecture/discussion-based, assessed through exams.
- Research Courses: Focused on primary and secondary research culminating in a term paper.
- Practice/Clinical Courses: Fieldwork, simulations, drafting, or litigation exercises assessed through clinical methods.
Support for Visiting Faculty:
- Academic Associate: May be provided to assist with course delivery (subject to request and availability).
- Travel Reimbursement: One economy-class domestic airfare (to-and-fro Bengaluru). Note: International flights are not reimbursed.
- Accommodation: Off-campus facility provided for the first 10 days of the trimester. Extended arrangements may be made on a paid basis, subject to availability.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must possess:
- A graduate and post-graduate degree in Law or Social Sciences.
- Preferred: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience OR 7–10 years of legal practice.
- Individuals with significant publications in their field will be given preference.
Application Process:
- Deadline: April 20, 2026
- How to Apply: Fill out the application form (includes links to Full Term Elective Course Template and Clinical Elective Course Template).
- Review: Proposals will be evaluated by the Academic Review Committee (ARC).
- Finalization: Courses will be offered only if approved by the ARC and subscribed to by the minimum number of students as per Academic Regulations.
Contact Information:
- Academic Queries:
- Dr. Saurabh Bhattacharjee – saurabh.bhattacharjee@nls.ac.in
- Dr. Atreyee Majumder – atreyeem@nls.ac.in
- Other Queries:
- Mr. Shailendra Pratap Singh – aad@nls.ac.in
For More Information:
This call for elective courses is an excellent opportunity for academics and practitioners to contribute to NLSIU’s vibrant learning environment. By engaging with students in specialized areas, visiting faculty can shape the next generation of legal professionals while enriching the University’s academic ecosystem.
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