Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU)

Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU), established in 2018, is located in Atal Nagar, Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh. As a state public university, RPNLU was established under the Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University Act, 2017 by the Government of Chhattisgarh. The university is recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and is a member of the Consortium of National Law Universities in India. Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU) aims to provide quality legal education and foster research in law and allied disciplines. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in law. Admission to undergraduate programmes is primarily through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), whilst postgraduate admissions are conducted through CLAT PG. The institution focuses on creating socially responsible legal professionals equipped with contemporary legal knowledge and practical skills. Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU) emphasises research, clinical legal education, and community engagement. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical training through moot courts, internships, and legal aid activities. The university's location in the planned capital city of Chhattisgarh provides students with access to judicial institutions, government bodies, and emerging legal opportunities in the region.