Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU)

Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU) was established in 2016 under the Himachal Pradesh National Law University Act, 2016, as a State University dedicated to legal education and research. Located in the picturesque town of Ghandal, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, the university operates as a Public institution committed to producing competent legal professionals and scholars. HPNLU is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), ensuring quality legal education that meets national standards. The university has earned recognition through its innovative curriculum and student-centric approach, featuring in various legal education rankings. HPNLU offers comprehensive legal education across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, including the flagship B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme, LL.M. programmes with multiple specializations, and Ph.D. programmes in law. The institution emphasizes practical legal training, research excellence, and holistic development of students through moot courts, legal aid clinics, seminars, and workshops. Admission to Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU) is conducted through national-level entrance examinations. For the undergraduate B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme, the university accepts CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) scores, while postgraduate LL.M. admissions are based on CLAT PG scores. The university also conducts its own entrance examinations for specific programmes. With a focus on academic excellence, research orientation, and professional ethics, HPNLU has established itself as a premier legal education institution in North India, attracting students from across the country who aspire to build successful careers in law, judiciary, legal practice, corporate law, and public service.