National Law University Delhi Celebrates 13th Convocation
National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) celebrated its 13th Convocation for the graduating scholars of the B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) and Ph.D. programmes on 29 August 2026, marking another significant milestone in the University’s journey of academic excellence, socially relevant research, institutional innovation and leadership in legal education.
The ceremony was graced by Hon’ble Mrs. Justice B. V. Nagarathna, Judge, Supreme Court of India, Visitor & Chief Guest, NLU Delhi, along with Hon’ble Mr. Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, Chief Justice of the High Court of Delhi and Chancellor, NLU Delhi, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Tejas Karia, Judge, High Court of Delhi, and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajiv Shakdher, Former Chief Justice, High Court of Himachal Pradesh, among other distinguished dignitaries.
Welcoming the graduating Class of 2026, Prof. (Dr.) G. S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, NLU Delhi, emphasised that Convocation marks a transition from academic preparation to professional responsibility and urged graduates to uphold integrity, remain intellectually curious and use their legal education for strengthening institutions and serving society.
A total of 132 scholars were awarded degrees across the B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) and Ph.D. programmes, comprising 124 undergraduate degrees and 08 Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Academic excellence and distinguished achievements were recognised through the presentation of 24 medals and five cash prizes. The Best student award of the year given to Ms. Anushka Satya and Ms Mudrika Aggarwal.
Delivering the Convocation Address, Hon’ble Mrs. Justice B. V. Nagarathna urged graduates to approach the legal profession as a public trust rooted in constitutional values, ethics and service, while highlighting the growing relevance of mediation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. She also emphasised the importance of human judgment, professional independence and ethical responsibility in an evolving technological landscape.
The ceremony concluded with congratulations to the Class of 2026, with NLU Delhi reaffirming its commitment to nurturing legal professionals and scholars guided by justice, integrity, constitutional morality, professional excellence and service to society.
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