Faculty
Dr. Jagdish Wamanrao Khobragade

Dr. Jagdish Wamanrao Khobragade

Associate Professor of Law
Ph.D. - Patent Law & Human Rights
Former Deputy Registrar
Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai

jagdish.khobragade@mnlumumbai.edu.in

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16+ Publications

Advocate - Bar Council M&G

About

Dr. Jagdish Wamanrao Khobragade joined Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai, as an Associate Professor of Law in 2025. He has over 13 years of teaching experience in the field of law.

He was awarded a Ph.D. by Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur, in 2023 for his thesis titled 'Patent Regime and Access to Medicine: A Human Rights Approach'.

Beyond academics, he has served in key administrative roles including Assistant Registrar and Deputy Registrar, and has contributed extensively to curriculum development, legal aid, and digital education initiatives.

Educational Qualifications

Ph.D
Doctor of Philosophy in Law - 2023
MNLU Nagpur
Thesis: 'Patent Regime and Access to Medicine: A Human Rights Approach'
LL.M
Master of Laws - 2010
National Law School of India University, Bangalore
B.A. LL.B
Bachelor of Arts & Laws - 2007
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law, RTM Nagpur University
Bar
Enrolled as Advocate - 2007
Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa

Professional Experience

2025
Associate Professor of Law
Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai
2020-2025
Assistant Professor of Law
MNLU Nagpur
2013-2020
Assistant Professor of Law
Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (Central University)
Admin
Deputy Registrar (Establishment)
MNLU Nagpur Nov 2024 - Sep 2025
Admin
Assistant Registrar (Administration-II)
MNLU Nagpur 1.5 Years

Other Roles:

  • In-charge, PG Diploma Courses, MNLU Nagpur
  • Assistant Project Director, Babasaheb Ambedkar Training Institute, Pune
  • Worked at Transport Corporation of India Private Limited - 1 Year
  • Visiting Faculty, IIM Rohtak - Labour Policy
  • Subject Expert at various Public Service Commissions

Areas of Interest & Engagement

Labour Laws Intellectual Property Rights Public Health Social Inclusion Maritime Laws Human Rights Patent Law

Key Contributions:

  • Delivered 40+ guest lectures as resource person at FDPs, Refresher Courses at IIIT Nagpur, HRDC, Dr. Harsingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, DAV Indore etc.
  • Faculty Advisor, Legal Aid Centre - Since 2021
  • Nodal Officer, Pro Bono Club, MNLU Nagpur
  • Active participation in National and International Seminars

Publications & Academic Output

16
Research Publications
National and International Journals
3 Publications in Scopus-indexed journals
6+
Book Chapters
Reputed publishers: Springer, Routledge, Sage, etc.
E-Content
Digital Learning
9 Modules for B.A. & B.Sc. + 8 Modules for UG MOOC "Understanding Political Theory"

Platform: E-content submitted to UGC, CEC, New Delhi and available on SWAYAM platform www.swayam.gov.in

Contributions & Roles

  • Administrative Leadership: Served as Assistant Registrar and Deputy Registrar at MNLU Nagpur
  • Academic Development: In-charge of PG Diploma Courses at MNLU Nagpur
  • Digital Education: Developed E-content for UGC-CEC and SWAYAM MOOC
  • Legal Aid & Social Outreach: Faculty Advisor Legal Aid Centre, Nodal Officer Pro Bono Club
  • Industry & Government Interface: Visiting Faculty at IIM Rohtak, Subject Expert at PSCs
  • Research Focus: Intersection of Patent Regime, Public Health and Human Rights