National Law University of Meghalaya

National Law University of Meghalaya was established in 2018 under the National Law University and Judicial Academy, Meghalaya Act, 2015. Located in Mayurbhanj Complex, Umsawli, Shillong, Meghalaya, the university stands as the state's premier institution for legal education. As a Public institution operating under the Central Government's initiative to establish National Law Universities across India, National Law University of Meghalaya has quickly established itself as a centre of excellence in legal studies. The university is recognised by the Bar Council of India and approved by the University Grants Commission, ensuring that its programmes meet the highest standards of legal education in the country. National Law University of Meghalaya offers comprehensive legal education across multiple levels, including Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Research programmes. The flagship course, BA LLB (Hons.), is a five-year integrated programme that combines liberal arts education with rigorous legal training. The university also offers LLM programmes with various specialisations and PhD programmes for advanced legal research. Admissions to the BA LLB programme are conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), whilst postgraduate admissions are based on CLAT PG scores. The university follows a merit-based admission process, ensuring that only the most deserving candidates gain entry to its prestigious programmes. The institution is committed to providing holistic legal education that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. National Law University of Meghalaya emphasises clinical legal education, moot court competitions, and internships with leading law firms, courts, and corporate houses. The university's curriculum is designed to produce well-rounded legal professionals equipped to meet the challenges of contemporary legal practice. With a focus on research, innovation, and social justice, National Law University of Meghalaya continues to contribute significantly to the legal fraternity in Northeast India and beyond.