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The Pimpri Chinchwad University PCU School of Law, recognized as one of the top law colleges in India and a premier law school in Pune, is dedicated to advancing legal education by offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for successful careers in the legal field. As one of the best law schools in Pune and among the best law colleges in India, our mission is to nurture a profound understanding of the law, foster a commitment to justice, and instill strong ethical values within each student. At PCU, we believe that a rigorous legal education should inspire a passion for advocacy and the courage to make a difference. Through academic rigor, practical experiences, and a supportive community, we empower our students to become effective and principled leaders. PCU stands out among law colleges in Pune and law colleges in India by preparing future legal professionals ready to serve society with integrity and excellence.

Vision and Mission

To establish an institute globally known for excellence in legal education through blended mode of theory and practical learning to produce socially sensitive and morally sound future legal fraternity

To design Curriculum which is comparable with elite Indian institutes and has international understanding.
To provide state of the art infrastructure and faculty which has professional experience blended with excellent academic performance To create self-sustaining base for experimental learning through mooting practices, drafting & pleading, theme based internship & industrial visits.

3 Years

Duration

₹ 1,00,000

Fees (Per Annum)

PCET's

Centralized Placement Cell

Admission fees Rs 10,000/-

Program Highlights

Workshop on Advocacy Skills, Contemporary & Emerging Legal Issues

Community Engagement through Legal Aid Clinic.

Courtroom Exercise, Mock Trials , Moot Courts

Educational Visits -High Court Visits , Jail Visits and Assembly Visits etc

Course Curriculum

1st Year

    Semester

    I

  • General English - I
  • Constitutional Law – I
  • Law of Torts including Motor Vehicle Act and Consumer Protection Act
  • Law of Crimes - I (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)
  • Contract - I (General Principles of Contract)
  • Optional Papers: Offences against Child and Juvenile / Legal and Constitutional History of India
  • ICT & Legal Methods - I

    Semester

    II

  • GENERAL ENGLISH - II
  • Law of Evidence (Bharatiya Saksha Adhiniyam 2023)
  • Constitutional Law - II
  • Law of Crimes - II (Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita 2023)
  • Contract - II (Specific Contract and Law of Partnership)
  • Optional Papers: Women and Law / Right to Information
  • ICT & Legal Methods - II

2nd Year

    Semester

    III

  • Intra-personal Communication Skills
  • Family Law - I (Hindu Law)
  • Labour and Industrial Law I
  • Administrative Law
  • Optional Papers: Interpretation of Statutes and Principle of Legislative Drafting / Insurance Law
  • Professional Ethics and Professional Accounting Systems
  • Court Room Exercise - I

    Semester

    IV

  • Mental Health and Stress Management
  • Company Law
  • Labour and Industrial Law II
  • Family Law - II (Muslim Law)
  • Optional Papers: White Collar Crimes / Banking Law including Negotiable Instrument Act
  • Alternate Dispute Resolution
  • Court Room Exercise - II

3rd Year

    Semester

    V

  • Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act
  • Jurisprudence (Legal Theory & Legal Concepts)
  • Public International Law
  • Optional Papers: Media and Law / Intellectual Property Rights - I
  • Drafting, Pleading and Conveyance
  • AI and Legal Education
  • Visit of the Court

    Semester

    VI

  • Law of Property and Easement
  • Environmental Law
  • Law of Taxation
  • Optional Papers: Intellectual Property Law II / IT Law and Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
  • Optional Papers: Health Law / Criminal Psychology and Criminal Sociology
  • Moot Court Exercise and Internship
  • Workshop on Contemporary Issues
Download Syllabus 2024-25
Download Syllabus 2025-26

Programme

Programme Educational Objectives

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

  • PEO 1: To make graduates of the B.A. LL.B. Program capable of contributing towards the Nation's development agenda through their ability to solve diverse and complex legal issues.
  • PEO 2: To transform graduates of the B.A. LL.B. Program into successful members of the legal fraternity for handling legal issues, by developing legal skills in core areas such as Constitutional laws, Civil Laws, Criminal laws, and Business laws.
  • PEO 3: To equip graduates of the B.A. LL.B. Program with the essence of responsibility to serve society through their professional skills in advocacy, judicial services, and other legal services.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Here are some possible ProgramOutcomes(POs) for LL.B. program:
  • PO 1: Exploring the substantive and procedural laws, as well as understanding the legislative framework.
  • PO 2: Demonstrating advocacy skills before various judicial and non-judicial forums with effective communication.
  • PO 3: Interpreting and analyzing legal, economic, and social problems with their most probable and relevant solutions.
  • PO 4: Understanding the ethical, social, political, and economic context in which the basic concepts, values, principles, and rules of the legal system are competing.
  • PO 5: Inculcating a sense of responsibility and values of rights and duties, and applying these values in real life through legal and judicial orders for promoting community welfare.
  • PO 6: Adopting ethical principles of the legal profession and exploring professional responsibilities.
  • PO 7: Analyzing the impact of legal remedies in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrating the knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
  • PO 8: Developing the ability to engage in lifelong learning in the broader context of legal change.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

  • PSO 1: Understanding social, political, legal, and economic concepts, legal theories, environmental law in reference to the existing legal system.
  • PSO 2: Understanding the Indian legal framework, laws, and connected rules & regulations.
  • PSO 3: Developing the skill of drafting & pleading in the prescribed formats with clarity in language.
  • PSO 4: Developing skills of collaboration, negotiation, counseling, and other ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) techniques for the ethical implementation of law.
  • PSO 5: Understanding the standards of conduct involved in the practice of law and demonstrating values of the legal profession.
  • PSO 6: Analyzing, synthesizing, and disseminating current judgments of higher courts in order to relate prevailing laws.

Eligibility

Eligibility: Graduation in any stream or its equivalent. Obtained at least 45 % marks (40 % marks in case of candidates from reserved category)

Obtained at least 45 % marks (40 marks in case of candidates from reserved category)


FAQ's

What law programs are offered by Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU)?

The School of Law at PCU offers integrated undergraduate programs such as B.A. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons), and a three-year LL.B. program. Postgraduate and diploma programs are also available in select legal specializations.

Is the law program approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI)?

Yes, all law programs at PCU are duly approved by the Bar Council of India, ensuring compliance with national legal education standards.

What is the eligibility criteria for admission to the law programs?

For integrated five-year programs (B.A. LL.B.), candidates must have completed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). For the three-year LL.B., a graduation degree is required with similar minimum marks.

Does the Law Department provide practical legal training?

Absolutely. The department emphasizes clinical legal education through moot courts, legal aid camps, internships, court visits, and legal research projects.

Are internships compulsory for law students at PCU?

Yes, internships are a mandatory part of the curriculum. The university assists students in securing internships with law firms, courts, NGOs, corporate legal cells, and government bodies.

What are the career opportunities after completing law from PCU?

Graduates can pursue careers as advocates, legal advisors, corporate counsels, judicial service officers, legal researchers, or continue with LL.M. or Ph.D. for academic and research-oriented careers.

Does the Law Department have experienced faculty?

Yes, the School of Law is staffed with highly qualified and experienced faculty members.

What facilities are provided to law students on campus?

Law students at PCU enjoy access to a well-equipped library with legal databases (Manupatra, SCC Online), digital classrooms, moot court hall, legal aid center, and e-learning platforms.

How can I apply to the law courses at Pimpri Chinchwad University?

You can apply online through the official PCU admission portal, or visit the admissions office on campus. The admission process may include an entrance test and/or personal interview.

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