Gujarat National Law University (GNLU)

Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), established in 2003, is a premier law institution located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. As a State University recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), GNLU has carved a niche for itself as one of India's leading National Law Universities. The university was established through the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003, by the Government of Gujarat with the objective of promoting legal education and research at national and international levels. GNLU ranks among the top law schools in India, securing Rank 9 in the NIRF Law Rankings 2025. The university offers a comprehensive range of programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, including the five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., Ph.D., and various diploma and certificate courses in specialized areas of law. Spread across a sprawling campus in the capital city of Gujarat, GNLU provides a holistic learning environment that combines rigorous academic training with practical exposure. Admissions to Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) are primarily conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The university also accepts scores from other entrance examinations for specific programmes. With a strong emphasis on research, policy advocacy, and community engagement, GNLU has established itself as a center of excellence in legal education, producing graduates who excel in judicial services, corporate law, academia, public policy, and various other fields. The institution's commitment to academic rigor, combined with its focus on social justice and legal reform, makes it a preferred destination for aspiring legal professionals across the country.