Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law was established in the year 1979 when acute need was felt to enable aspirants from South Goa to pursue legal education without having to travel to far away Panaji for the same. Initially the institution was affiliated to the Bombay University until the birth of the Goa University, to which it is affiliated today. What started off in a rental premises in a humble way in Borda-Margao has today grown into an independent multi-storeyed building which is well-equipped in terms of infrastructure, library facilities etc. and a well-qualified and competent faculty. This makes the institution the only Centre for Legal Studies in South Goa, which is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Secs. 2(f) and 12B and the Bar Council of India for imparting professional education in law and is today accredited by NAAC with a B++ Grade (CGPA 2.78 on a 4.0 point scale).
The institutional premises are situated on a spacious land area at Tansor-Comba, Margao in a multi storeyed building, at the heart of a beautiful scenic environment, amongst other institutions of the Vidya Vikas Mandal, which has ensured sufficient recreational and Sports facilities, organised vehicle parking and ensured an environment-friendly campus through a modest attempt at rain water harvesting and waste management, besides providing and ensuring a conducive atmosphere for learning.
The Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law, Margao-Goa, in its quest for excellence in the field of legal education is taking giant strides towards this goal. The institution has a dynamic team of well-qualified faculty on the staff, which is committed to provide the best of services. Looking back at its glory, the institution boasts of several gold medalists at the University examinations, well-placed corporate employees, high ranking officials in the bureaucracy and several judicial officers including the first Goan woman judge of Bombay High Court, recently elevated.
Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law BA.LL.B and LLB Admission 2023
At undergraduate level, Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law offers BA.L.L.B and L.L.B to the aspiring candidates who want to pursue their career in the field of Law. The duration period for BA.LLB and LLB are five years and three years respectively.
The college conducts an entrance examination in order to give admission to the eligible candidates. However, good marks in entrance exam does not guarantee admission to the UG courses. The candidates who have been shortlisted after the entrance exam will have to appear in personal interview conducted by the college.
Relaxation of 5% marks is given to SC/ST candidates in comparison to 45% for GEN/OBC candidates.
Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law LLM Admission 2023
The college also offers postgraduate course such as LLM in the field of Law. the duration period is two years.
To be eligible for admission to the LL.M. Programme, a candidate shall be required to have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate at the 5 years or 3 years LL.B. Programme, recognized by the Bar Council of India.
Admission to the LL.M. Programme is based on merit. The Merit List shall be prepared, based on the highest score obtained by the candidate at the 5 years or 3 years LL.B. Programme.
Documents Requried for Admission in Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law
10th Certificate
12th Certificate
12th Mark Sheet
NEET UG 2021 Admit Card
NEET UG 2021 Result/Scorecard
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate (for Uttarakhand candidates only)
Certificate of Sub Category, If Applicable
ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter card etc.)
Dr. Saba V. M. Da Silva
Principal
Mr. Pranand Chougule
Assistant Professor
Qualification - B.S.L.LL.M (NET)
Subject Experties - Law Of Contract, Code Of Civil Procedure, Administrative Law
Mr. C.J.F. Prasanna Kumar
Assistant Professor
Qualification - M.A., M.L.
Subject Experties - Human Rights, Environmental Law, ADR And Profession Ethics
Academic Experience - 19 Years
Ms. Sonia Shirodkar
Assistant Professor
Qualification - LL.M., SET
Subject Experties - Business Laws, Legal Research And Methodology, Law Of Taxation & Child And Law
Academic Experience - 4 Years
Ms. Goretti Simoes E Morais
Assistant Professor
Qualification - B.A., LL.M.
Subject Experties - Family Law, Company Law, Coral Procedure Code, Arbitration Law, And Land Laws
Ms. Sonali Naik
Assistant Professor
Qualification - B.A., LL.M.
Subject Experties - Torts, Family Laws, Environmental Law, Contract Laws, And Company Law. Attended Various State And National Level Seminars And Presented Papers
Academic Experience - 10 Years
Ms. Shruti M. Nadkarni
Assistant Professor
Qualification - B. Sc., LL.M., M. Phil (Law), SET
Subject Experties - Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Environmental Law, Law Of Contract, Law Of Torts, Legal Theory, Interpretation Of Statutes, Intellectual Property Law, Criminology. She Has Practiced Law In Various Courts In Goa Before Joining Teaching Profession
Mr. S. N. Inavalli
Assistant Professor
Qualification - B.A., LL.M.
Subject Experties - International Law, Jurisprudence, Family Law, Intellectual Property Law, Environmental Law, Law Of Evidence
Academic Experience - 12 Years
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Law
Library
The College has a well equipped Library with a collection of more than 12,000 books, journals, Magazines etc. The Library has an independent reading room with the subscription of more than 12 law journals, 10 newspapers, 9 national magazines, and 5 legal magazines. The library has well-ventilated, conducive atmosphere with the natural environment preserve for reading with study carrels to give more focus on individual study.
Sports
The college has sports facilities for all students.
I.T Infrastructure
The college has an excellent IT Infrastructure facility for the students.
Cafeteria
The college has a canteen facility for staff and students.
Auditorium
The college has the exclusive air-conditioned auditorium with a sitting capacity of 200. All the functions, special lectures, moot courts, programs are held in the auditorium.
Alumni Associations
The college has a good networking for the alumni association.
Wifi
The College has Wifi Connectivity to access broadband internet connection with high speed. The College is under CCTV surveillance.
Gym
The college has Gym facility for the students.
Moot Court
College has moot court facility for student to practice like court activities.
Classrooms
The college has Smart Class Room with Interactive Board and a mounted projector.
Established
1979
Courses
4 Degrees and 4 Courses
Accreditations
NAAC
Institute Type
Affiliated College
Approvals
BCI, UGC
Gender
Co-ed
Student Count
384
Faculty Count
7
Gender Percentage
Male 33% and Female 67%
Percentage Of Students Outside State
6%
On Admission to the college, every student shall carry his / her Identity Card. The Identity Card shall be produced on demand by the student while on the premises of the College. In the event of loss of identity card, a fresh identity card shall be issued on payment of prescribed fees.
All students shall abide by the general rules laid down by the college in connection with the conduct of student within the college campus.
All important announcements will be displayed on the college Notice Board from time to time and it is the duty of the students to read the notice board from time to time. Omission to take note of such announcements shall not be a valid excuse for non compliance thereof.
No union or association of students shall be started in the college without prior permission of the Principal.
No person shall be invited to address or entertain the students in the college without prior permission of the Principal.
General and Mandatory Regulations of the College
The College offers professional degree of LL.B. which is recognized by Bar Council of India for the purpose of enrolment as an Advocate as per Advocates Act, 1961.
Dress Code
Students are expected to dress in a decent and proper manner.
Cleanliness
Students are expected to maintain the cleanliness within the college premises.
Arrival and Departure From the Premises
The Students are expected to arrive in the college premises only half an hour before their class and remain in the premises only for half an hour after the class except when they have specific library work and in which case they should be found in the library engaged in reading / writing and nowhere else.
Students are informed that only regular students of the college are allowed to enter the premises. Therefore they should not bring/accompany outsiders into the college premises. Persons other than regular students are not allowed to enter the classrooms, or library. In case of emergency, outsiders should contact the college office and inform the purpose of their visit on a slip of paper along with their name and address and the same will be notified to the student concerned but such slips will be retained by the college office as a record. In any case no outsiders or visitors will be allowed to enter classroom, library, or any other place within the college premises.
Staff Student Relation
The students are expected to maintain cordial and respectful relationship with the staff of this college.
The college staff room is exclusively meant for the use of the staff. Students should not unnecessarily enter or indulge in conversation in the staff room.
Ban on Private Tuitions
No students or teachers shall participate in any coaching class or tuition with respect to the subject prescribed herein. No student shall purchase or no teacher shall sell any study material. Any study materials to be circulated in the classroom or otherwise requires permission of the Principal. Teachers or the students are expected not to resort to commercial means in imparting their knowledge. Any violation in this behalf will be considered as against the code as per rules and regulations of the University.
Ban on Smoking and Consumption of Alcoholic Drinks
Smoking and consumption of alcoholic drinks within the college premises and 100 meters radius beyond the college premises is strictly prohibited. Any person indulging in such activity is subject to suitable disciplinary action as per the existing laws.
Ban on Use of Mobile Phones
Use of Mobile / Cellular and any other type of phones in the college premises is strictly prohibited. Any contravention of this instruction shall attract disciplinary action.
Ban on Ragging
If any student indulges in ragging in the college premises, he/she is likely to be punished with suspension from the institution or classes for a limited period or fine with a public apology or expulsion with suspension from the institution.
Duration for the Completion of the Course
The total duration available for the students to complete the course shall be two times the actual duration prescribed for the course. The students who do not complete the course/pass all the examinations prescribed for the course within the available duration, shall have to discontinue the course.
The first University examination must be completed in a maximum of 4 attempts and within a period of maximum 3 years from the date of admission to the course.
Attendance
Attendance rules are strict, as per the Goa University rules, a student must have a minimum of 75% attendance during each semester to qualify for the written examination. Any student not fulfilling the minimum required percentage of attendance shall not be permitted to undertake any examination – Internal or External.