Thirty-seven students from the 2026 batch of GNLU secure job offers on the first day.
GNLU Day Zero Placements 2025 Break Records with 77 Offers
The Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) has set a new record with its Day Zero Placements 2025, securing a total of 77 offers for its students. This impressive figure includes 40 Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) and 37 new Day Zero offers.
Among the 90 students who participated, 29 students secured these 37 new placements. The top recruiting firms during Day Zero were led by Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas with 7 offers, followed by Nishith Desai Associates with 6 offers, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co with 5 offers, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys and AZB & Partners with 4 offers each, and Khaitan & Co, Anagram Partners, CMS IndusLaw, and ICICI Bank with 3 offers each. Argus Partners and Trilegal made 1 offer each.
The average salary range offered during Day Zero was notably high, between ₹18 lakh to ₹25 lakh per annum, reflecting increased competition among recruiters.
Prof. (Dr.) S Shanthakumar, Director of GNLU, commented on the placement success, stating, "This year's record-breaking placement figures reflect the unwavering dedication of our students, the guidance of our faculty, and the trust of our recruitment partners. GNLU remains committed to producing well-rounded legal professionals who excel not only in academics but also in meeting the dynamic demands of the legal industry."
Dr. Nidhi Buch, Associate Professor and Head of the Internship and Placement Division, and head of the Committee on Recruitment Affairs (CRA), remarked, "We are immensely proud of our students for their outstanding performance. This success is the result of consistent hard work, mentorship from alumni, and the collaborative efforts of the university community. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all recruiting organisations for their continued faith in GNLU talent."
The recruitment process was overseen by the CRA, including faculty and student members, ensuring smooth coordination and maintaining GNLU’s reputation for rigorous and successful placements.
In conclusion, GNLU’s Day Zero placements 2025 have broken records with 77 total offers, led by leading Indian law firms and notable corporate recruiters, supported by strong institutional leadership and an active placement committee.
The high number of offers during GNLU's Day Zero Placements 2025 underscores the university's dedication towards fostering student's personal growth and learning through education-and-self-development, providing them with opportunities for effective learning and securing prestigious positions in the legal industry. The consistent hard work, mentorship, and collaboration among students, faculty, alumni, and the university community have played a significant role in the students' success and growth, reflecting GNLU's commitment to comprehensive education and shaping well-rounded legal professionals.
