There are 16 Centres of study and research in NUALS sponsored by the Government of Kerala engaged in research and training in their respective fields of study. The subjects they deal with ranges from Human Rights to Intellectual Property Rights and Sports Law and Policy to Women and Family Studies. Each of these conduct in depth research, regularly organize National and International Seminars and also assists the State and Central Governments in policy formation. All Centres are very active with a wide-network of assisting lawyers and with collaboration with eminent personalities.