Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai
Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai, established in 1855, is the oldest law college in Asia and one of India’s most prestigious legal institutions. Located in Churchgate, Mumbai, near the Bombay High Court, GLC Mumbai is recognised by the Bar Council of India and holds a NAAC B+ accreditation. GLC is known for its long-standing legacy in legal education and distinguished alumni including Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and several former Chief Justices of India.
GLC Mumbai offers undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes and is a well-known choice for legal education in Maharashtra. Its location in Mumbai provides students with access to courts, law firms, and valuable internship exposure.
GLC Mumbai Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Full Name |
Government Law College, Mumbai |
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Established |
1855 |
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Type |
Government (State) |
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NAAC Grade |
B+ |
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Certification |
ISO 21001:2018 Certified |
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Location |
A Road, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400020 |
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Affiliated To |
University of Mumbai |
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Recognition |
Approved by Bar Council of India (BCI) |
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Admission Basis |
Maharashtra CET Cell (MH-CET Law) |
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Official Website |
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Contact |
022-22041707 |
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principal@glcmumbai.com |
Courses Offered at GLC Mumbai
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Course |
Duration |
Level |
Seats |
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B.L.S. LL.B. / B.A. LL.B. (Five Year Law Course) |
5 Years |
Undergraduate |
180 (Govt.) + 60 (Self-Financed) |
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LL.B. (Three Year Law Course) |
3 Years |
Undergraduate |
300 |
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LL.M. (Post Graduate Department of Law) |
2 Years |
Postgraduate |
60 |
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Ph.D. in Law (Research Centre) |
As per UoM norms |
Doctoral |
As notified |
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Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights |
1 Year |
Diploma |
50 |
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Post Graduate Diploma Course in Securities Laws |
1 Year |
Diploma |
60 |
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Diploma in Cyber Law |
6 Months |
Diploma |
320 |
GLC Mumbai: Eligibility Criteria
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Course |
Eligibility |
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B.L.S. LL.B. / B.A. LL.B. (Five Year) |
Passed 10+2 from a recognised Board with minimum 45% marks (General/OBC); 40% for SC/ST candidates from Maharashtra |
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LL.B. (Three Year) |
Graduate in any faculty from a recognised University with minimum 45% marks (General/OBC); 40% for SC/ST candidates from Maharashtra |
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LL.M. |
LL.B. degree from University of Mumbai or any UGC-recognised University equivalent to it; admission via CET conducted by University of Mumbai |
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Ph.D. in Law |
Passed NET / MahSET / M.Phil. / Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) in Law conducted by University of Mumbai, qualifying as per University of Mumbai norms |
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PG Diploma in Securities Laws |
Bachelor's Degree in any faculty from University of Mumbai or an equivalent recognised University with basic knowledge of Corporate Laws |
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PG Diploma in IPR |
Bachelor's Degree in any faculty from a recognised University |
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Diploma in Cyber Law |
Passed Higher Secondary Certificate (12th Standard) from any recognised Board in India |
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PG Certificate in Human Rights |
Bachelor's Degree in any faculty from a recognised University |
Note: All reservations are applicable only to candidates belonging to Maharashtra State, subject to eligibility criteria specified by the Government of Maharashtra and CET Cell. For Diploma and Certificate courses, admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis subject to seat availability. Applications are available both online at glcmumbai.com and offline at the campus.
GLC Mumbai: Seats Intake
B.A. LL.B. (Five Year Law Course)
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Division |
Seats |
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Government Divisions (3) |
180 |
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Self-Financed Division (1) |
60 |
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Total |
240 |
LL.B. (Three Year Law Course)
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Division |
Seats |
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Government Divisions (5) |
300 |
LL.M.
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Specialisation Group |
Seats |
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Group I – Constitutional & Administrative Law |
20 |
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Group II – Business Law |
20 |
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Group III – Law of Intellectual Property & IT |
20 |
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Total |
60 |
GLC Mumbai: Admission Process
For B.A. LL.B. and LL.B.
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Step |
Action |
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Step 1 |
Register and appear for MH-CET Law conducted by CET Cell, Maharashtra |
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Step 2 |
After result declaration, participate in the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) via the CET Cell portal |
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Step 3 |
Fill preferences and submit documents as per the CAP schedule |
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Step 4 |
Seat allotment is done based on MH-CET Law merit, category, and preferences |
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Step 5 |
Report to GLC Mumbai with original documents and pay admission fees to confirm seat |
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Step 6 |
Register with University of Mumbai as required — failure to do so results in cancellation of admission |
Note: Admission must be taken by the student in person by submitting original documents. Students who are working must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer. Foreign students must produce a valid Passport and Student Visa (Tourist/Entry Visas are not accepted).
GLC Mumbai: Fee Structure
B.A. LL.B. (Five Year Law Course): Government Division (Maharashtra Board Students)
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Year |
Total Fees () |
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Year I (V-I) |
6,350 |
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Year II (V-II) |
5,480 |
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Year III (V-III) |
5,480 |
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Year IV (V-IV) |
5,980 |
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Year V (V-V) |
6,480 |
Note: Students from boards other than Maharashtra Board pay an additional 920 in Year I (for verification and eligibility fees). Self-Financed Division tuition fees start at 7,500/year. Reserved category students pay a substantially reduced fee (approximately Rs. 330 - 430/year for in-house admissions).
LL.B. (Three Year Law Course)
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Year |
Total Fees |
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Year I (III-I) - Mumbai University Students |
INR6,350 |
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Year II (III-II) |
INR 5,980 |
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Year III (III-III) |
INR 6,480 |
LL.M.
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Year |
Total Fees |
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1st Year |
INR 52,879 |
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2nd Year |
INR 52,076 |
Foreign students: Rs. 2,50,820 as tuition fees for LL.M.
GLC Mumbai: LL.M. Programme Details
The LL.M. course, offered since the academic year 2020-21 and affiliated to University of Mumbai, is a two-year, four-semester programme designed to produce academicians and lawyers with in-depth expertise in law and its social, political, and economic dimensions.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
2 Years (4 Semesters) |
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Total Intake |
60 (20 per Group) |
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Specialisations |
Constitutional & Administrative Law / Business Law / IPR & IT Law |
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Lecture Timings |
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
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Minimum Attendance |
75% per semester |
GLC Mumbai: Examination Pattern
GLC Mumbai follows a semester system with University of Mumbai examinations at the end of each semester. The current pattern is CBCS 75:25 (external:internal), introduced from 2022–23 as per University of Mumbai circular. Passing minimum is 40% in both internal and external evaluation.
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Course |
Semesters Conducted by College |
Semesters Conducted by University |
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B.A. LL.B. (5 Year) |
Sem 1-8 (Years 1-4) |
Sem 9 & 10 (Year 5) |
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LL.B. (3 Year) |
Sem 1-4 (Years 1-2) |
Sem 5 & 6 (Year 3) |
Minimum attendance requirement: 75% of total lectures per semester. Defaulters are debarred from examinations and their names are displayed on the college notice board and website.
Contact & Helpdesk
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Particulars |
Details |
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Address |
A Road, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020, Maharashtra |
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Phone |
022-22041707 |
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principal@glcmumbai.com |
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Official Website |
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Principal |
Dr. Asmita Vaidya |