About NLIU
Established in 1997, the National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal, is among India’s premier institutions for legal education and research. Founded with the vision of reforming and modernising traditional legal learning, the University has consistently adapted to the evolving needs of the legal profession and the justice system.
Over the years, NLIU has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, producing graduates who have gone on to distinguish themselves across diverse fields including litigation, corporate law, public policy, academia, and the judiciary.
About CRIL
The Centre for Research in International Law (CRIL) at NLIU is a student-run body committed to fostering deeper engagement with the field of international law and policy. Established with the objective of creating a vibrant academic space for discussion and research, the Centre seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and contemporary global developments.
By encouraging student-led initiatives and collaboration with reputed organisations, CRIL strives to cultivate an environment where students can meaningfully engage with pressing international legal issues and broaden their perspectives on the evolving international legal order.
About the Competition
The 1 st NLIU-CRIL Treaty Drafting and Negotiation Competition (“Competition”) is an academic initiative being organised with the objective of providing students a practical platform to engage with the process of treaty drafting and negotiation.
Treaty negotiation and drafting remain central mechanisms through which States regulate international relations, address global challenges, and establish frameworks for cooperation across diverse fields.
Eligibility & Team Composition
The Competition is open to students currently enrolled in any recognised university, college, or academic institution in India, pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme. Participation in the Competition shall be in teams only, with each team consisting of a maximum of two members.
There is no restriction on institutional representation. Universities and institutions may choose to send institutional teams; however, participants are also permitted to form teams with students from different programmes, universities, or academic institutions. Cross-institutional and cross-programme teams are therefore allowed.
Fee
A registration fee of ₹1000 per team shall be charged at the time of registration for participation in the Competition.
Teams that qualify for the second stage of the competition (i.e. Online Negotiation Rounds) shall be required to pay an additional fee of ₹1500 per team, over and above the initial registration fee.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register online via the link given at the end of the post.
Important dates
- Registrations Open: 6 March, 2026
- Registration Deadline: 25 March, 2026
- Deadline for Submission of Draft: 4 April, 2026
- Declaration of Qualifying Teams: 7 April, 2026
- Final Oral Rounds: 11–12 April, 2026
Prizes
- Winner ₹15,000 along with a trophy
- Runners-Up ₹10,000 along with a trophy
- Second Runners-Up ₹7,500
- Best Negotiator ₹5,000 along with a trophy
- Best Draft ₹5,000 along with a trophy
- Total Prize Pool ₹42,500
- Certificate of Participation will be awarded to all registered participants.
- Certificate of Appreciation will be awarded to teams qualifying for the negotiation rounds.
- Certificates of Merit will be awarded to the Winner, Runners-Up, Second Runners-Up, Best Negotiator, and Best Draft
Contact
You may reach out to us at cril@nliu.ac.in or contact the undersigned.
Jay Sharma (Convenor): +91 9993903175
Anoushka Naveen (Co-Convenor): +91 7667346297
Click here to Register.
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