Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL)

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), established in 2006, is a premier National Law University located in Patiala, Punjab. RGNUL operates as a Public, State university, established by the State Legislature of Punjab under the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Act, 2006. The university stands as one of the distinguished National Law Universities in India, committed to excellence in legal education, research, and training. RGNUL is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and is a member of the Consortium of National Law Universities. The university has consistently maintained its position among the top law schools in India, securing Rank 9 in the NIRF Law Rankings 2025. Spread across a sprawling campus, RGNUL offers a comprehensive range of legal education programmes including Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Research programmes. The flagship programme is the five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), along with LL.M. programmes in various specializations and Ph.D. programmes in law. Admission to RGNUL is highly competitive and merit-based, primarily through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for undergraduate programmes and CLAT PG for postgraduate programmes. The university has carved a niche for itself through its rigorous academic curriculum, distinguished faculty, state-of-the-art infrastructure, vibrant campus life, and impressive placement records, making it a preferred destination for aspiring legal professionals across the country.