A premier legal education institution in the Barak Valley, established in 1960 in memory of freedom fighter and social worker Arun Kumar Chanda, recognized by the Bar Council of India and affiliated to Assam University, Silchar, dedicated to shaping the legal minds of Northeast India.
A.K. Chanda Law College, better known as AKCLC, is a distinguished law school situated at Tarapur, Silchar, in the Cachar district of Assam. The college was established in 1960 in memory of the renowned freedom fighter and social worker Arun Kumar Chanda. With a legacy spanning over six decades, the institution has been a cornerstone of legal education in the Barak Valley, producing generations of skilled legal professionals.
The college is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI), New Delhi, and affiliated to Assam University, Silchar. It offers a comprehensive 3-year LL.B. course designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation required for a successful legal career. The college has a total seat capacity of 80, providing focused learning environment for law aspirants.
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Established
1960
Total Seats
80 Seats
College Type
Public Law College
Recognitions
Bar Council of India
3-Year LL.B.
Full-Time Undergraduate Law Programme - 80 Seats
Moot Court Training
Practical Advocacy & Courtroom Skills Development
Legal Research
Comprehensive Legal Databases & Research Resources
Professional Ethics
Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Training
Practical Training
Court Visits & Legal Aid Clinics
Seminars & Workshops
Guest Lectures & Legal Awareness Programmes
Community Engagement
Access to Justice Initiatives & Public Interest Litigation
Continuing Legal Education
Professional Development & Refresher Courses
Legacy Since 1960
Over six decades of excellence in legal education, established in memory of freedom fighter Arun Kumar Chanda, serving the Barak Valley with distinction.
BCI Recognized
Approved by the Bar Council of India, ensuring the highest standards of legal education and professional ethics.
Dedicated Faculty
Experienced and qualified teachers dedicated to mentoring students and fostering academic excellence in legal studies.
Comprehensive Legal Resources
Well-equipped library, moot court facilities, and digital legal resources to support comprehensive legal education.
Strategic Location
Situated in Tarapur, Silchar, serving students from the Barak Valley and neighboring states, with access to courts and legal institutions.
Community Commitment
Active involvement in access to justice initiatives, legal aid clinics, and awareness programmes serving the community.
Follow these steps to secure admission at A.K. Chanda Law College.
Note: Admission is strictly merit-based and conducted as per Assam University and Bar Council of India guidelines. Candidates should verify the latest notification before applying.
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Graduation from a recognized university with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in 10+2+3 pattern.
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Appear for CLAT or other entrance examinations as per Assam University norms.
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Visit the Assam University admission portal and fill the application form with personal and academic details.
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Submit original mark sheets, certificates, identity proof, and entrance scorecard for physical verification.
05
Based on entrance rank and counselling, seats are allotted for the 3-year LL.B. programme.
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Pay the prescribed fees and complete enrollment to begin your legal journey at A.K. Chanda Law College.
Nurturing legal excellence in the Barak Valley since 1960.