School of Law, Karnataka State Law University, Hubli

Karnataka State Law University (KSLU), Hubli, established in 2009, serves as Karnataka’s dedicated state law university spread across around 55 acres in Navanagar, Hubli. It functions from a campus designed after the Supreme Court of India, featuring a law school, dedicated library, auditorium, moot court spaces, classrooms, seminar rooms, and hostels .

KSLU offers a range of legal education programs including three-year LL.B., five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.Com LL.B., postgraduate LL.M. specializations (Constitutional & Administrative Law, Corporate & Commercial Laws), diplomas, certificate courses (Cyber Law, Human Rights, IPR), and doctoral Ph.D. and LL.D. programs, all in accordance with BCI and UGC norms .

Academics at KSLU blend classroom theory with practical training. The law school supports moot court activities, legal clinics, video-based moot training, courts visits, seminars, and an active moot society. The university maintains a rich library collection (over 20,000 volumes and access to legal databases) and well-equipped computer labs of around 50 systems .

Campus life is lively, with students engaging in fests, cultural activities, sports, and using modern amenities like medical facilities, cafeterias, and secure hostels. Faculty and administrative support are generally described positively, and the campus culture is considered inclusive and vibrant.

Fees are modest (approximately ₹10,000–₹13,000 per year), making legal education accessible; admission to most programs is merit-based, often through Class 12 results or CLAT scores, while LL.M. and Ph.D. require relevant UG/PG qualifications .

Placement support varies: the university and its affiliated colleges organize internships and placement drives, and recruiters include corporate firms like Wipro, IBM, Dua Associates, Khaitan & Co., and Luthra & Luthra. Student-reported salaries and placement outcomes differ significantly across colleges