Sikkim Govt. Law College, Gangtok was established on 24th September, 1980 to cater to the requirements of Legal Education in Sikkim. It is a co-educational institution affiliated to Sikkim University since the Academic Session 2008-09. Prior to this, the College was reflective essay on yourself outline affiliated to North Bengal University. The College enjoys the distinct position of not only being the first Law. The College is situated at Burtuk, on the outskirts of Gangtok, the State capital, in the midst of a natural and peaceful ambience far from the hustle and bustle of the city below Helipad, 4 kilometres away from the capital and is easily accessible by all parts of the city.