The article is devoted to the role and significance of social institutions in the formation of legal consciousness of young people. Among the social institutions considered are the family, the state, educational institutions, religious institutions, organizations engaged in entrepreneurial activities and business support. Legal consciousness as a sphere of legal culture occupies an important place. Due to the fact that young people are recognized as the future of the country, special attention should be paid to their legal education. The level of legal awareness of young people is an indicator of the development of society.