Himachal Pradesh National Law University Shimla

Himachal Pradesh National Law University Shimla was established in 2016 under the Himachal Pradesh National Law University Act, 2016. Located in Ghandal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, the university is spread across a picturesque campus in the Himalayan foothills. Himachal Pradesh National Law University Shimla is a Public institution established by the State Government of Himachal Pradesh to provide quality legal education and research opportunities. The university has been recognized by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission (UGC). Himachal Pradesh National Law University Shimla offers various programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels, focusing primarily on law and legal studies with interdisciplinary approaches. The flagship programme is the five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) course, along with LL.M. programmes in various specialisations and doctoral programmes. The university also offers certificate and diploma courses in specialized areas of law. Admission to undergraduate programmes is conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), while postgraduate admissions are based on CLAT PG and other entrance examinations. Himachal Pradesh National Law University Shimla emphasizes academic excellence, research, moot court competitions, legal aid activities, and holistic development of students to create competent legal professionals and socially responsible citizens.