Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) continues to stand strong as an NLU in the upper segment of the law school hierarchy in India, with a very successful placement and internship season for the flagship B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./B.Sc./B.S.W. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M. ,and PhD programmes.
During the 2024 placement season, almost all undergraduate students were placed, demonstrating industry demand for GNLU graduates. The median package for undergraduate UG students was INR 18 LPA. LL.M. graduates had the median package of INR 6.20 LPA. These figures are indicative of the robust placement ecosystem, GNLU has developed with law firms, corporates, PSUs and litigation chambers.
Come 2025, the students continued to receive offers from leading Tier-1 law firms, corporates, banks, PSUs and litigation practices. Recruiters included AZB & Partners, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Khaitan & Co., Trilegal, IndusLaw, Deloitte, EY, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ltd, SEBI, RBI, CCI and Indian Oil Corporation, as well as senior advocates and institutions doing policy research. Multiple students also obtained judicial clerkships and international internships, with recognized organizations.
From an internship perspective, there were still lots of opportunities, including placements with the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, corporate houses, law firms, think tanks and regulatory authorities. Many of these internships converted to Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), which further strengthened students’ transitional journey to a career.
GNLU Gandhinagar Placement Highlights 2025
The table below provides a snapshot of the key placement statistics for GNLU Gandhinagar, including placement rates, median packages, and top recruiter types for 2025.
| Particulars |
Details |
| Placement Rate |
96% (UG), 68% (PG) |
| Highest Package |
INR 22 LPA (Law Firms / Corporates) |
| Median Package (UG) |
INR 18 LPA |
| Median Package (PG) |
INR 6.20 LPA |
| Total Recruiters |
80+ |
| Top Recruiter Types |
Tier-1 Law Firms, Corporates, PSUs, Senior Advocates, Policy Think Tanks |
GNLU Gandhinagar Internship Highlights 2025
Internships are a crucial part of the GNLU placement ecosystem. The following table highlights the internship statistics, top domains, and notable internship hosts for 2025:
| Particulars |
Details |
| Total Recruiters |
70+ |
| Top Internship Domains |
Supreme Court & High Court Clerkships, Corporate Law, Policy & Research, PSU Legal Departments |
| Notable Internship Hosts |
Justice Surya Kant (SC), Justice Hima Kohli (SC), Gujarat High Court, SEBI, RBI, ONGC, Khaitan & Co., AZB & Partners, Deloitte, Accenture, ICICI Bank |
| Research Opportunities |
With Professors, Think Tanks, Regulatory Bodies, Senior Advocates |
GNLU Gandhinagar Top Recruiters 2025
GNLU students were recruited across multiple sectors. The table below lists the top recruiters by industry for 2025:
| Sector |
Recruiters |
| Law Firms |
AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co., Trilegal, IndusLaw, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, BSK Legal, Wadia Ghandy & Co., CSL Chambers |
| Corporates / PSU |
HDFC Ltd, ICICI Bank, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, SEBI, RBI, Competition Commission of India (CCI), Ministry of Law & Justice, Indian Oil Corporation, BHEL, Coal India, Gujarat Gas |
| Litigation & Advocacy |
Chambers of Senior Advocates, Gujarat High Court, Supreme Court Advocates |
| Research & Policy |
Think Tanks, Academic Institutions, Policy Research Organizations |
GNLU Gandhinagar Placement Timeline 2025
- Pre-Placement Internships: April – July
- Recruiter Engagements: August – September
- Final Placement Interviews: November – December
- PPO Conversion Announcements: January
GNLU Gandhinagar Placement FAQs
Ques. Which corporates and law firms commonly recruit GNLU Gandhinagar students?
Ans. GNLU Gandhinagar attracts recruiters from across India, including Tier-1 law firms, corporates, such as AZB & Partners, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Khaitan & Co., Deloitte, EY, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ltd, and PSUs like SEBI, RBI, and Indian Oil Corporation. Senior advocates from the Supreme Court or High Courts also recruit candidates for litigation roles.
Ques. Are internships part of the placement process at GNLU Gandhinagar?
Ans. Yes, internships are an important part of the GNLU experience, and most students will intern at the Supreme Court, High Courts, corporates, PSUs, law firms, and policy research institutions. There are a number of students who have received Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) after these experiences.
Ques. What is the average salary package for GNLU Gandhinagar?
Ans. GNLU Gandhinagar provides median package information. For UG programs, the median package is INR 18 LPA, while for LL.M, it is INR 6.20 LPA. The packages for Tier-1 law firms and corporates go as high as INR 22 LPA.
Ques. Does GNLU Gandhinagar support students who want to pursue litigation and judicial careers?
Ans. Yes. GNLU encourages and supports students who pursue careers in litigation, the judiciary, and academia. The University provides avenues for students to intern or clerk for judges at both the Supreme Court and High Court, as well as senior advocates and organizations engaged in policy research. Students may also explore corporate or in-house legal roles if desired.
Ques. When does the placement season usually start at GNLU Gandhinagar?
Ans. The placement process typically begins in August-September with pre-placement internships. The final placement interviews will be over by December, with the Personal Placement Offers announced in January thereafter.
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