ICFAI Law School Signs MoU With NACIN Hyderabad To Boost Legal Education

ICFAI Law School has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes & Narcotics (NACIN) in Hyderabad to strengthen legal education. The agreement, announced on June 5, 2026, establishes a formal framework to promote academic-industry collaboration in the specialized fields of taxation, customs, indirect taxes, and regulatory law.

Under the newly signed pact, both institutions will work together to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice. Neelesh Rautkar, the additional director general of the NACIN Hyderabad Zonal Unit, noted that the MoU is designed to create a wide range of opportunities for both students and faculty members.

According to Rautkar, these collaborative efforts will be realized through several key initiatives. These include the organization of expert lectures, the facilitation of student internships, and the implementation of capacity-building programmes. Additionally, the partnership will support joint research projects and various knowledge-sharing activities between the two institutions.

Speaking on the significance of the collaboration, ICFAI Law School director Prof. P Ravisekhararaju highlighted how institutional partnerships play a crucial role in modern legal training. He explained that such agreements are essential for enhancing legal education, as they provide students with valuable practical exposure, specialized training, and collaborative research initiatives.

ICFAI Law School associate professor K. Hariharan also outlined the road ahead for the partnership. He discussed the specific collaborative activities that are envisioned under the terms of the MoU. Hariharan stressed that the joint venture is aimed at fostering academic excellence and supporting professional development. He further noted that the pact would encourage greater engagement with emerging areas of customs, taxation, and regulatory governance.