Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University

Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU) was established in 2008 under the Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University Act, 2008, by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, this Public institution stands as one of India's prestigious National Law Universities. DSNLU is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI). The university has earned a commendable position in legal education, consistently working towards academic excellence and holistic development of law students. DSNLU offers a diverse range of programmes including Undergraduate law programmes (B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)), Postgraduate programmes (LL.M. with various specialisations), and Research programmes (Ph.D. in Law). The university admits students primarily through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for undergraduate programmes and CLAT PG for postgraduate programmes. The institution is committed to producing competent legal professionals equipped with critical thinking, research capabilities, and ethical values. With its strategic location in Visakhapatnam, often called the 'City of Destiny', DSNLU provides students with excellent opportunities for internships, moot courts, and practical exposure to the legal profession.