About Shankersinh Vaghela Bapu Institute of Law
If you drive down the Gandhinagar-Mansa highway, past the tree-lined sectors of the capital, the massive Bapu GKV campus emerges near Vasan. This law school operates within this expansive educational estate, drawing students who want a systematic, structured route into the Gujarat legal system without the high-pressure environment of national law universities. It serves local aspirants from North Gujarat and Gandhinagar who plan to practice in the Gujarat High Court or local district courts, offering them a direct, affordable legal education under the Gujarat University curriculum.
Institution Snapshot
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Co-educational |
| Campus | Semi-Urban (GKV Campus, Vasan) |
| Ownership | Trust-run (Shankersinh Vaghela Bapu Charitable Trust) |
| Total Intake / Seats | 180 (approximate across all law streams) |
Popular Programs
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| LL.B. | General Law | Graduation with at least 45% marks from a recognized university. |
| B.A. LL.B. (Integrated) | Arts and Law | 10+2 qualification with minimum 45% marks from any recognized board. |
Getting In
Admission is determined by qualifying examination scores, following the standard registration and allotment guidelines of Gujarat University. Candidates must submit their academic transcripts directly to verify eligibility under the Bar Council of India norms.
- Eligibility verification requires submitting original Class 12 or graduation mark sheets.
- Seat allocation strictly adheres to the reservation policies laid down by the Gujarat state government.
- Finalizing your admission requires direct document verification at the Vasan campus office.
On-Campus Amenities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Computer Center / Wi-Fi Campus | The legal research terminal room provides systems configured with access to Manupatra and standard legal databases to help students draft briefs. |
| Transport | A fleet of private institution buses covers transit routes across Ahmedabad and various sectors of Gandhinagar, ensuring students do not have to rely solely on sporadic state transport. |
| Library | The reading room is stocked with physical All India Reporter volumes, local Gujarat Law Herald editions, and key bare acts required for the university syllabus. |
| Medical / Health Center | An on-campus clinic with a resident medical assistant handles minor injuries and sudden illnesses during college hours. |
| Sports / Playground | A large, open ground shared with other GKV departments allows for local cricket matches and outdoor recreational activities. |
