Swami Vivekanand Law College, Chandausi, Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh

Nestled in Majhawali, just on the outskirts of Chandausi, SVLC was founded in 2016 and operates under the affiliation of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, enjoying approval from the Bar Council of India . Despite being relatively young, it has carved a niche for relatable, local legal education—without requiring students to move to urban centers.

SVLC offers both three-year LL.B. and five-year integrated B.A.–LL.B. programs, each accommodating 60 or 120 seats depending on the year . Admission is merit- and entrance-based, with eligibility typically requiring at least 45% marks in qualifying exams, and seats are allotted through college and university merit lists .

The campus has been purpose-built on about 0.6 to 1.0 acres, providing focused infrastructure appropriate for a law college. Essentials include ICT-enabled classrooms, a well-maintained library with flexible hours, a moot-court hall, sports spaces, and strong IT support . Students report extended library access as needed, and sports and IT facilities are noted as reliable .

SVLC places significant emphasis on practical legal training. A permanent Legal Aid Cell was established to extend legal services to underprivileged communities—helping students engage with real-world legal challenges under faculty mentorship . Moot court exercises are a regular part of the curriculum, helping students develop courtroom readiness alongside their theoretical studies.

The college enforces discipline through rules such as mandatory attendance (minimum 75%), identity cards, a semester-based examination structure, and anti-ragging policies . Classes generally run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extra sessions scheduled as needed .

SVLC maintains a favorable student-to-faculty ratio—with about 11 faculty serving some 500 students—allowing for more personalized academic support . Though comprehensive placement statistics are hard to find, the college holds a review rating of 3.5/5 overall, scoring notably higher in faculty (4.2/5) and placements (4.1/5) . This suggests a growing campus career culture supported by placement cell activities.