Ph.D. Programme
The Ph.D. programme at TNNLU is designed to nurture original, rigorous and socially relevant research at the highest academic level. Recognizing that legal scholarship today is expected to traverse beyond doctrinal boundaries, TNNLU offers the Ph.D. degree in two distinct tracks which allow aspirants to pursue research aligned with their intellectual interests and career goals.
Ph.D. (Law)
Ph.D. in Law is designed for scholars aspiring to undertake in-depth doctrinal and non-doctrinal research within the core and specialized areas of law. It is well suited for those intending to build careers in legal academia, judiciary, policy advocacy or advanced legal practice.
Ph.D. (Interdisciplinary)
This track is designed for scholars whose research interests lie at the intersection of law and other disciplines such as economics, commerce, sociology, political science, public policy, criminology, technology, etc. It is proposed to cater the needs of researchers seeking to examine legal phenomena through multidisciplinary lenses, contributing to a richer, more holistic understanding the relevance of the legal system in society and its governance.
Both tracks are supported by an experienced and diverse faculty, structured coursework in research methodology, access to extensive academic resources, and opportunities for national and international engagement through conferences, seminars, and publications. TNNLU is committed to producing scholars who bring analytical depth, methodological rigour, and critical insight to the study and practice of law.
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Area of Research Interest |
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Prof. (Dr.) S. AmirthalingamProfessor of Law, TNNLU |
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Prof. (Dr.) M. SakthivelProfessor of Law, TNNLU |
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3. |
Dr. B. PreethamAssistant Professor of Law, TNNLU |
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Dr. M. Mahindra PrabuAssistant Professor of Law, TNNLU |
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Name of the Faculty |
Area of Research Interest |
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Dr. P. KumaresanAssistant Professor of Commerce, TNNLU |
Finance and Marketing |
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Dr. T.S. AgillaAssistant Professor of Commerce, TNNLU |
Business Management Financial Services and Markets Cost & Management Accounting |
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Name of the Scholar(Batch: 2021-2022) |
Name of the Supervisor |
Date of Registration |
Mode of Study |
Broader Area of Research |
Proposed Title |
Current Status |
Registration Valid Upto |
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1. |
Ms. Deepa M(L2021PhD002) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
14.02.2022 |
Part – Time |
Cyber Law |
An Empirical Analysis of Legal and Regulatory Framework on Cyber Crimes in the Electronic Banking Sector with Reference to Tamil Nadu |
Pre-thesis presentation - completed |
February, 2028 |
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2. |
Mr. Rajan Babu V.T(L2021PhD003) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
14.02.2022 |
Part – Time |
Intellectual Property Law |
Artificial Intelligence and Indian Patent Law-Implications for Inventorship and Ownership – A Comparative Legal Study With UK, and USA. |
Ongoing |
February, 2028 |
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3. |
Ms. K. Shanthi Samandha(L2021PhD004) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
14.02.2022 |
Part – Time |
Corporate Law |
Regulatory Framework on Corporate Social Responsibility and Gender Diversity – A Study with Special Reference to Indian Shipping Industry. |
Ongoing |
February, 2028 |
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4. |
Ms. P Narumugai(L2021PhD005) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
02.03.2022 |
Part – Time |
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law |
Evaluating the Legal Framework Governing Information Utilities Under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016: Current Practices, Challenges and Future Directions |
Ongoing |
March, 2028 |
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Name of the Scholar(Batch: 2022-2023) |
Name of the Guide |
Date of Registration |
Mode of Study |
Broader Area of Research |
Proposed Title |
Current Status |
Registration Valid Upto |
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1. |
Mr. Jino M. Kurian(L2022PhD006) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
16.09.2022 |
Part – Time |
Contract Law |
Legal Implications of Unconscionable Boilerplate Clauses: A Study with Special Reference to MSMEs. |
Ongoing |
September, 2028 |
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2. |
Ms. S. M. Abinaya(L2022PhD007) |
Prof. (Dr.) S. Amirthalingam |
19.10.2022 |
Part – Time |
Human Rights |
Pre- and Post-Employment Challenges Faced by Visually Impaired Teachers across Tamil Nadu: A Socio-Institutional Study |
Ongoing |
October, 2028 |
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Mr. S.S. Vinoth Kumar(ID2022PhD001) |
Dr. P. Kumaresan |
16.09.2022 |
Part – Time |
Taxation of E-Commerce |
Taxation of Digital Commerce Profits at Source: A Comparative Cross Jurisdictional Analysis. |
Ongoing |
September, 2028 |
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