The first law college in Upper Assam and the second in Northeast India, established in 1964 by the Nalini Nath Phukan Memorial and Educational Trust, recognized by the Bar Council of India and affiliated to Dibrugarh University, dedicated to shaping the legal minds of the region.
Jorhat Law College was established in 1964 by the Nalini Nath Phukan Memorial and Educational Trust, marking a significant milestone as the first law college in Upper Assam and the second in Northeast India. Located at M.G. Road in Jorhat, the college was initially affiliated to Gauhati University and later came under the jurisdiction of Dibrugarh University.
Recognized by the Bar Council of India, New Delhi, the college offers a comprehensive range of legal programmes including 3-year LL.B., 5-year integrated B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., and 2-year LL.M. courses. With a total seat capacity of 196 and a 3.35 rating on Shiksha, Jorhat Law College continues to be a preferred destination for law aspirants in the region.
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Established
1964
Total Seats
196 Seats
College Type
Private Law College
Recognitions
Bar Council of India
3-Year LL.B.
Full-Time UG Law Programme - ₹1.23 Lakh/Year
5-Year B.A. LL.B.
Integrated Arts & Law Programme - 60 Seats
5-Year B.Com. LL.B.
Integrated Commerce & Law Programme
2-Year LL.M.
Postgraduate Programme in Law - ₹1.45 Lakh/Year
Moot Court Training
Practical Advocacy & Courtroom Skills Development
Legal Research
Comprehensive Legal Databases & Research Resources
Diploma & Certificate
PG Diploma, UG Diploma & Certificate Courses
Professional Ethics
Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Training
First Law College in Upper Assam
Established in 1964, Jorhat Law College is the pioneer of legal education in Upper Assam and the second law college in Northeast India, with over six decades of legacy.
BCI Recognized
Approved by the Bar Council of India and affiliated to Dibrugarh University, ensuring the highest standards of legal education.
Experienced Faculty
Led by Principal Dr. Ajoy Kumar Das, the college has dedicated faculty members committed to academic excellence and student mentorship.
Comprehensive Legal Resources
Well-equipped library, moot court facilities, and digital legal resources to support comprehensive legal education.
Strong Student Reviews
Rated 3.35 on Shiksha with top scores of 4.25 on Faculty and 3.5 on Infrastructure, reflecting student satisfaction.
Cultural & Intellectual Hub
Located in Jorhat, a cultural and educational hub of Upper Assam, providing students with rich exposure to legal and intellectual discourse.
Follow these steps to secure admission at Jorhat Law College.
Note: Admission is based on merit and academic performance as per Dibrugarh University and Bar Council of India guidelines. Candidates should verify the latest notification before applying.
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For LL.B.: Graduation with 45% marks. For B.A. LL.B./B.Com. LL.B.: 10+2 with 45% marks. For LL.M.: LL.B. with 50% marks.
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For LL.M. and integrated programmes, candidates may need to appear for entrance examinations as per university norms.
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Visit the official college website at www.jorhatlawcollege.edu.in and fill the application form with personal and academic details.
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Submit original mark sheets, certificates, identity proof, and entrance scorecard for physical verification.
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Based on merit and entrance performance, seats are allotted in the chosen law programme.
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Pay the prescribed fees (application ₹1,500, exam ₹2,000, library ₹4,000) and complete enrollment.
Pioneering legal education in Upper Assam since 1964.