Overview
Vivekananda College of Law (VCL), Aligarh is a private law college established in 2004 under the aegis of the N.L. Educational Society. The college is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and is affiliated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, one of the prominent state universities of Uttar Pradesh. Located on Mathura Bypass, Gonda Road, Aligarh, the institution has been quietly serving the region by making quality legal education accessible and affordable to students from Aligarh and nearby districts.
The college offers two full-time law programmes — LLB (3 Years) for graduates and B.A. LLB (5 Years Integrated) for students who have completed their 10+2. Both programmes are designed to build strong foundations in constitutional law, civil and criminal law, jurisprudence, and emerging areas of the legal field. Admissions are merit-based, following the norms and standards prescribed by the Bar Council of India, making the college an approachable option for students who wish to enter the legal profession without the pressure of highly competitive entrance exams.
The campus is part of the larger Vivekananda Group of Colleges, which also includes institutions of education, technology, management, and polytechnic studies. Students of VCL benefit from a computerised library stocked with legal texts, journals, and law reports, moot court facilities for practical advocacy training, separate hostels for boys and girls, a cafeteria, sports facilities, and a dedicated training and placement cell. The institution encourages participation in moot court competitions, seminars, and legal aid activities, helping students develop the confidence and courtroom skills essential for a successful legal career.
With annual tuition fees among the most economical in the region, Vivekananda College of Law is a practical choice for students aspiring to become advocates, judicial officers, legal advisors, or civil servants, and it continues to contribute trained legal professionals to the justice system of Uttar Pradesh.
Rankings
- Approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for LLB and BA LLB programmes.
- Affiliated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra (a UPGovernment state university).
- Established in 2004 under the N.L. Educational Society.
- The college has not been ranked in NIRF or other major national law rankings; it is a regional institution focused on affordable legal education.
- Rated around 2/5 by Careers360 among law colleges in Aligarh, reflecting its modest infrastructure and placement profile.
- Part of the Vivekananda Group of Colleges, Aligarh, which includes sister institutions in education, technology, management, and polytechnic studies.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| LLB (3 Years) | Approx. Rs. 1.04 Lakhs (Rs. 34,505 per year) | Graduation in any discipline with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) |
| B.A. LLB (5 Years Integrated) | Approx. Rs. 1.75 – 1.98 Lakhs (Rs. 34,505 – 39,505 per year) | 10+2 from a recognized board with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) |
Placements
- The college has a Training and Placement Cell that guides students toward legal and allied career paths.
- There is no published official placement report with recruiter names or average package figures; placement ratings on review platforms are modest (around 1–2/5).
- Most graduates pursue independent litigation practice in Aligarh district courts and nearby regions.
- Many students prepare for judicial services examinations, PCS(J), and other government law exams after completing their degree.
- Career opportunities for graduates include advocacy, legal advisory roles, corporate support staff positions in NCR, notary services, and legal process outsourcing.
- The college’s BCI approval makes graduates eligible for enrolment as advocates with the State Bar Council after clearing the AIBE.
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