The Army Institute of Law (AIL) in Mohali, Punjab, is a premier law institute established in July 1999 by the Indian Army under the Army Welfare Education Society (AWES). Affiliated with Punjabi University, Patiala, and approved by the Bar Council of India, AIL is dedicated to providing quality legal education to children of army personnel and civilians.
Courses Offered:
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) Five-Year Integrated Course: This undergraduate program combines a Bachelor of Arts with a Bachelor of Laws over five years.
LL.M. One-Year Postgraduate Course: A postgraduate program focusing on advanced legal studies, completed in one year.
Admission Process:
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.): Admissions are primarily for wards of army personnel, with a few seats for Punjab residents and all-India civilian candidates. Selection is based on the Law Entrance Test (LET) conducted by AIL.
LL.M.: Admission is based on an entrance test conducted by AIL.
Fees:
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.): The annual fee is approximately ₹1,76,000, excluding hostel and other charges.
LL.M.: The annual fee is around ₹1,35,000, excluding additional charges.
Scholarships:
AIL offers various scholarships to meritorious and needy students, including:
AGIF Scholarship: For wards of army personnel.
Punjab Government Scholarship: For Punjab resident students.
Other Merit-Based Scholarships: Based on academic performance.
Hostel Facilities:
The institute provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students, equipped with:
Well-furnished rooms
Mess facilities
Recreational areas
24/7 security