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Important Dates
Pre-placement talks have commenced Campus Recruitments Commences : December 1, 2010

About the School

The Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law was born in 2006 within the precincts of the 2200 acre lush, green campus of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur. This school enjoys the rare distinction of being the only law school within the IIT system. It offers a 3 year residential LLB course with an emphasis in intellectual property laws. A rigorous regimen rules the day right from the time an aspirant applies for admission to the school. Students are selected through a National Level Entrance Test followed by a Group Discussion and an Interview. Students must not only have either a degree in engineering or a post-graduate degree in science, but also a legal acumen to become a part of the school. Only the sharpest make it to the annals of the school. In the three years of stay the students receive a firm grounding in general laws and are exposed to intellectual property laws from the second year onwards. The laws relating to Copyright, Patents Trademarks and Designs are as much a part of the curriculum as the Law of Torts, Corporate Laws or Criminal Law. The School strictly implements the Bar Council of India syllabus with 21 core law subjects like Constitutional Law, Commercial Laws, Corporate Laws, International Trade Laws and others. The school takes pride in its unparalleled modern state-of-the-art infrastructure on campus. A high speed internet backbone follows students everywhere, from the school to the room, the library to the mess. Major legal databases like Westlaw, HeinOnline, Manupatra etc are accessible from almost anywhere on campus. Students divide their academic time between classes and libraries. The school has an in-house library with subscriptions to various journals and reference books. Students also access books and resources on engineering, humanities and social sciences at the IIT Central Library, which boasts of being the biggest among all IITs and the one of the largest in Asia. The sylvan surroundings of the campus coupled with formal and informal interdisciplinary discussions make learning an experience in itself.

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Why Recruit from RGSOIPL

It goes without saying that the Rajiv Gandhi School of Law is a law school with a difference. For one, the students enter at an average age of 22 years bringing with them a higher level of maturity and better understanding of the world around them. All students enter with strong foundations in their core areas of graduation. Many come with work experience, presently ranging from two to ten years. They bring with them a scientific mindset which is then metamorphosed with a legal acumen. This coupled with interdisciplinary learning enables students to understand the technical aspects related to laws. For example, a mechanical engineer studying in RGSOIPL comprehends both the legal and the technical aspects of Laws of Contract. This apart, the students are well equipped to take part in arbitration proceedings in various industrial sectors, from biotechnology to aerospace, from electronics to automobiles. Doubtless, students are 'trained' to handle several aspects of life at RGSOIPL!
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The only specialized IP law School in India and the first within the IIT system. Eclectic batch of students well trained in Business and Intellectual Property laws. All students having Technology/Science background in various domains Rigorous admission process. Alumni placed in prestigious companies and law firms Making their professional presence felt in their respective sectors.

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Batch Profile in Chart

Background / Broad domain Batch Profile
5%

On the basis of streams Batch Profile

B.A.M.S 5%

Engineering
42% 53%

Science Medicine

M.Sc. 42%

B.Tech 48%

M.Tech 5%

On the basis of field of knowledge B.Tech. Specializations

50%

M.Sc. Specializations
50%

30% 25% 10% 10% 12% 13%

Aerospace Engg.

Mechanical Engg.

Biotechnology ComputerScience Engg.

Microbiology

Botany

Biotechnology

Environmental Science

Internships & Prior Work Experience Internships

Corporate Houses

Prior Work Experience

Experienced 32%

With Advocates

Law Firms

Freshers 68%

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Student Details
ABDUL BASIT GHANIA
Qualification : B.Sc. (General), University of Kashmir M.Sc. (Environmental Botany), Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi Internships : Piramal HealthCare Limited, Mumbai (8 Weeks) Kumar Garg and Associates, Delhi (4 weeks)

ABHINAV GHOSH

Qualification : B.E. (Computer Science and Engineering) Barkatullah University Institute of Engineering, Bhopal Internships : Lall Lahiri & Salhotra, Gurgaon (8 weeks) High Court of Bombay (4 weeks)

ABHISHEK TEWARY

Qualification : B.Sc. (Hons.) (Microbiology), University of Calcutta M.Sc. (Microbiology), University of Calcutta Internships : Siemens Information Systems Limited, Bangalore (8 weeks) Sinha & Co. (Law firm - Litigation & Negotiable Instruments Divisions), 4 weeks

ACHINTYA NATH SAXENA

Qualification : B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) Babu Banarsi Das National Institute of Technology & Management, Lucknow Internship : Prof. V.K. Unni, I.I.M Calcutta (8 weeks) Uttar Pradesh Legal Services Authority, Lucknow (4 weeks)

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Student Details
Qualification : B.Sc. (ZBC), D.A.V College, Muzaffarnagar M.Sc. (Biotechnology), CCS University, Meerut Diploma (Corporate Laws), ILS Law College, Pune Internships : Messers Kirpal & Associates, Singapore (6 weeks) Milan Bhise & Co. Mumbai, India (4 weeks), Tilleke & Gibbins Int. Ltd. Bangkok, Thailand (4 weeks) Work experience : Worked with Ch. Hariram Seva Sansthan, NGO (Primary Educational Sector) (12 months Full time and 24 months Part time)

ANAND SINGH

ANSHU PRATAP SINGH

Qualification : B.Sc. (Biology), University of Allahabad M.Sc. (Botany), University of Allahabad Internships : Nodal Officer, Patent Information Centre, Uttarakhand (8 weeks) Under Additional Advocate General of West Bengal (4 weeks)

GAURAV CHOUDHARY

Qualification : B.E. (Biotechnology) University of Rajasthan, Jaipur Internships : Anand & Anand Advocates, Law firm Noida (8 weeks) Ashok Mehta & Associates, Law Firm Jaipur (4 weeks)

HITESH SHARMA

Qualification : B.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry), Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar M.Sc. (Hons.) (Environmental Sciences), Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar Internships : Philips Electronics India Limited, Bangalore (8 weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Delhi (4 weeks)

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Student Details
NIKESH GUPTA
Qualification : B.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering) Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jhansi Internship : AZB & Partners, Noida (9 weeks) Khaitan & Co., Delhi (4 weeks) Work Experience : J. P. Metal Tools (13 months)

POULOMI CHAKRABORTY

Qualification : B.Sc. (Botany), University of Calcutta M.Sc. (Botany) with specialization in Plant physiology, biochemistry and molecular biology, University of Calcutta Internships : Honeywell Technology Solution Lab Pvt. Ltd. (8 weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Calcutta (4 weeks)

PRANAY AGARWAL

Qualification : B.Tech (Biotechnology) Maharshi Dayanand University Internships : Krishna & Saurastri Associates, Bangalore (10 weeks) Victor Moses & Co. Kolkata (4 weeks)

DR. PUNYATMA SINGH

Qualification : B.A.M.S. Maharashtra University of Health Sciences Internships : Krishna & Saurastri Associates, Mumbai (6 weeks) Doctors Risk Medico Legal Services Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai (4 weeks), Court Internship at High Court of Bombay (4 weeks) Work Experience : Health India TPA Services Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai (Medical Officer) (16 months), Mansi Polyclinic and Day Care Centre, Mumbai (Consultant Physician), (26 months)

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Student Details
RAJARSHI DASGUPTA
Qualification : B.Tech (Biotechnology) ICFAI University, Hyderabad Internships : Project Trainee, Bharat Biotech International Limited (10 weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Andhra Pradesh (4 weeks)

ROHAN COUTINHO

Qualification : B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University Internships : Microsoft India (6 weeks), Larsen & Toubro (2 weeks), PUCL, Chennai (4 weeks) Work Experience : Sr. Officer, Government Initiatives. IL&FS, Chennai

ROHIT RANGI

Qualification : B.E. (Mech. Engineering), M.E (System Design & Engineering), C. R. State College of Engineering, Haryana Internships : GE India Technology Centre, Bangalore (10 weeks), Court Internship at Tis Hazari Courts, New Delhi (4 weeks) Work Experience : Foreman Instructor at the Department of Technical Education, Haryana (10 Months)

SACHIN P. S. VERMA

Qualification : B.Tech (Biotechnology) Jaypee Institute of Information Technology University, Noida Internships : Philips Electronics India Ltd., Bangalore (9 weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Calcutta (4 weeks)

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Student Details
SANGEETA DEY CHOWDHURY
Qualification : M.Sc. Biotechnology, Bangalore University Internship : Biocon Ltd. Bangalore (4 weeks), Shramworx (4 weeks), Under Public Prosecutor, Central Bureau of Investigation Kolkata (4 weeks) Work Experience : Total 60 months As Faculty, Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Institute, Bharat Academy of Sciences and Manipal Institute; Product Executive, Eskag Pharma, Kolkata and Sun Pharma, Mumbai; Assistant Product Manager, Bharat Serums and Vaccines, Kolkata;Content Writer (Scientific and Medical), Flowing Ink Healthcare Advertising Agency, Mumbai

SOUGATA MURMU

Qualification : B.Tech Biotechnology (Biochemical Technology) Allahabad Agricultural Institute, Deemed University, Allahabad Internships : Krishna and Saurastri Associates, Bangalore (9 weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Calcutta (4 weeks)

VIDYA BHASKAR SINGH NANDIYAL

Qualification : B.Sc. (ZBC), Univ. of Allahabad M.Sc. (Botany), Univ. of Allahabad Internships : Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A. Shroff & Co., New Delhi (8 Weeks) Court Internship at High Court of Allahabad (4 weeks)

Qualification : B.E. (Electronics and Communication) Internship : Infosys Technologies Ltd, Bangalore (10 weeks) Samsung India Software Operations Pvt. Ltd. (8 weeks) Work Experience : Software Engineer, Infosys Technologies Ltd., Bangalore (22 months), Will fulfill the course requirement in December, 2010

SWATI KARKERA

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Student Life at IIT

The rigorous life of a student at IIT is probably well known. However, the students are also into various extra-curricular activities. The batch of 2011 has several laurels. It has two Microsoft IP Scholars to its credit. Most of its students are IP consultants for Darts IP. Its students have participated in national level moot court competitions, represented the school in debates and presented papers at national level symposiums. Students have interned in well known national and international law firms. A spirit of competition is inculcated in every IIT student through fierce inter-hall rivalry expressed through active participation in inter-hall sports and cultural events organised throughout the year. The students of the batch of 2011 have held positions of authority in their halls of residence and also in various associations on campus. Last but not the least, students are socially active through Kharagpur chapters of NGOs like CRY and Disha. It goes without saying that each and every student breathes Yogaha karmasu kaushalam,the motto of IIT Kharagpur.

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Activities in School

Workshops and Conferences

Achievements
1. Participation in Philip C. Jessup Moot Court Competition, National Rounds, North Zone 2. Participated in Surana & Surana Moot Court Competition at Army Institute of Law, Mohali 3. Finalist in 'India Inc.' - The Annual All India Quiz competition, IIT Kharagpur 4. Won Two Microsoft Intellectual Property Scholarships 5. Selected for WIPO Summer School, Bangkok

Workshops
1. Workshop on Invention Disclosure Filing and Patent Drafting organized by Ministry of Human Resources and Development, Govt. of India at IIT Kharagpur in March 2010 2. Workshop on Emerging IP Trends in Information Technology organized by Microsoft Inc. at IIT Kharagpur in October, 2009 3. Conducted International Conference on Corporate Governance, September 2009 4. Panel Discussion on "University-Industry Partnership: A strategic Approach to building Capacity in IP Law and Policy By Microsoft and Amarchand & Mangaldas in February 2009.

Erudite Lectures
1. Mr. Michael Peter, University of New South Wales, Australia 2. Dr. Vidya Bhaskar, Remfry and Sagar, New Delhi 3. Prof. Madhukar Sinha, IIFT, New Delhi 4. Prof. T.Devidas, NLSIU, Bangalore 5. Prof. G.V.Ajappa, Former Professor NLSIU, Bangalore; HNLU, Raipur; KITS, Orissa

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Curriculum in Brief
Students have compulsory graded Moot Courts in every semester and a Seminar presentation on a research topic in each semster. Semester 1 Constitutional Law; Tort & Consumer Protection Laws; Property Law, Transfer of Property and Easement Acts; Law of Crimes; Contract I; Legal Research and Legal Writing Semester 2 Criminal Procedure Code, Juvenile Justice Act and Probation of Offenders; Law of Evidence; Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act; Jurisprudence; Introduction to Intellectual Property Law; Contract II Semester 3 Administrative Law; Family Law; Law of Patents; Law of Copyrights; Company Law; Elective I (Banking Law; Agricultural Laws) Semester 4 Law of Trade Marks and Industrial design Environmental Law Labor & Industrial Laws, Patent Prosecution, Claim Drafting, Filing and Registration Procedure Elective II & Elective III (Competition Law; WTO Laws; Medical Ethics; Human Resource Management); Comprehensive Viva voce; Summer Training Semester 5 Other forms of IPR Protection Law; Information Technology and Law; Private International Law; International Law; Interpretation of Statutes; Drafting, Pleading and Conveyance; Moot Court on IPR Semester 6 Arbitration, Conciliation and Alternate Dispute Resolution; Professional Ethics, Accounts; Biodiversity Protection, Farmers and Breeders Rights; Protection of Indigenous Culture and Knowledge; IPR Transactions and Technology Transfer; Dissertation; Comprehensive Viva voce List of Electives offered in RGSOIPL : Competition Policy and Law; Banking Law and Practice; Agriculture and Law; Financial Sector Regulation; WTO Bodies and GATT; Law of the International Water, Sea and Rivers; Agricultural Marketing Regulation; Insurance Law and Practice; Law on Infrastructure Development. Note : Students may opt for electives in any other department in the campus, from medical technology to management, engineering to humanities, with prior permission

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List of Previous Recruiters

The recruiters of the previous batches included prominent Law firms and corporate houses. The students were well received by them and were appreciated for their legal acumen. A few of our key recruiters have been enumerated below: Law firms/LPO Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A. Shroff & Co. Anand & Anand AZB Partners Remfry and Sagar Law Firm of Naren Thappetta Lex Orbis Talwar & Talwar
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Corporate Houses Avesthagen Battelle India General Electric Global IP Services Honeywell Ltd. Johnson & Johnson Infosys Metayage IP Consulting Nokia India Inc. Siemens Information Systems Ltd. TVS Motors Ltd. Wipro, IP Division
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Organizations FICCI, IPR Division ICRISAT

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CONTACT US :
Dr. Tapas Bandyopadhyay Professor-in-charge, Training and Placement Ph : 03222 281730/ +91 9476436316 Email : [email protected] [email protected] Dr. Uday Shankar Professor-in-charge, Training and Placement Ph : 03222-283539/ +91 8967224467 Email : [email protected] Contact Address: Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Kharagpur 721302 West Bengal Ph : +91 3222 28223 Email : [email protected] Website : www.rgsoipl.iitkgp.ernet.in