About The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh
The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh is a premier institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovation, research and professional development. The Faculty of Law offers B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.B., LL.M. and Ph.D. programmes in Law.
The Faculty focuses on practical legal training, advocacy skills, internships, legal aid activities, research, seminars, workshops and professional development. The Faculty of Law has also been ranked 1st among the Top Law Schools of Himachal Pradesh and 33rd among the Top Law Schools of India in the GHRDC Law School Rankings 2026.
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About The Opportunity
The 2nd National Level Trial Advocacy Competition, 2026 is being organised by the Moot Court Committee, Faculty of Law, The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh.
The Competition is designed to provide law students with practical exposure to trial court proceedings and to develop essential skills in advocacy, examination-in-chief, cross-examination, objections, appreciation of evidence, case strategy and courtroom etiquette.
The Competition shall be conducted in hybrid mode. The Preliminary Round and Octa-Final Round shall be conducted online, whereas the Quarter-Final Round, Semi-Final Round, Final Round and Valedictory Ceremony shall be conducted physically at The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh.
Eligibility
The Competition is open to students duly enrolled in a full-time:
| Programme | Eligibility |
| Three-Year LL.B. Programme | Students enrolled in any recognised law institution |
| Five-Year Integrated LL.B. Programme | Students enrolled in any recognised law institution |
The institution must be recognised by the Bar Council of India or any competent authority. Only one team from each institution shall be allowed to participate.
Theme
Corporate Crime, Digital Evidence and Trial Advocacy in the Age of Technology
The theme reflects contemporary challenges in criminal litigation involving corporate disputes, digital infrastructure, electronic evidence, forensic examination, conspiracy allegations and courtroom advocacy. The trial proposition involves issues relating to alleged corporate conspiracy, digital logs, CCTV blackout, smart-room access, forensic toxicology and admissibility of electronic evidence.
Team Composition
Each team shall consist of three members:
| Role | Number of Participants |
| Counsels | 2 |
| Witness | 1 |
| Total Team Members | 3 |
Registration Fee
| Category | Registration Fee |
| Online Preliminary and Octa-Final Rounds | ₹3,000 per team |
| Offline Advanced Rounds without Accommodation | ₹2,000 per team |
| Offline Advanced Rounds with Accommodation | ₹4,000 per team |
Note: The registration fee is non-refundable.
Prizes
| Category | Award | |
| Winner | Cash Prize of ₹31,000 | |
| Runner-Up | Cash Prize of ₹21,000 | |
| Best Speaker | Cash Prize of ₹3,000 | |
| Best Witness | Cash Prize of ₹3,000 | |
| Best Written Submission | Cash Prize of ₹3,000 | |
Certificates of participation shall be awarded to all participating teams. For the online rounds, certificates shall be issued in e-certificate format, whereas for the offline rounds, certificates shall be provided in physical form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Registration | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Seeking Clarification | 18 September 2026 |
| Release of Clarification | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Soft Copy of Written Submissions | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Round | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Octa-Final Round | 01 October 2026 |
| Offline Inaugural Ceremony | 17 October 2026 |
| Offline Quarter-Final Round | 17 October 2026 |
| Offline Semi-Final Round | 17 October 2026 |
| Final Round | 18 October 2026 |
| Valedictory Ceremony | 18 October 2026 |
Official Language
The official language of the Competition shall be English. All written submissions, oral submissions, witness examinations and official communications shall be in English.
Mode and Venue
| Round | Mode |
| Preliminary Round | Online |
| Octa-Final Round | Online |
| Quarter-Final Round | Offline |
| Semi-Final Round | Offline |
| Final Round | Offline |
| Valedictory Ceremony | Offline |
Registration Process
Interested teams shall register through the official registration form circulated by the organisers. Registration through email or any other mode shall not be accepted unless expressly permitted by the organisers.
Payment Details
Account Name: The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh
Account Number: 50200027099633
Bank Name: HDFC Bank
Bank Branch: Baddi
IFSC Code: HDFC0000650
The following documents are required to be uploaded at the time of registration:
| Sr. No. | Documents Required |
| 1 | Payment receipt or screenshot showing successful transfer of registration fee |
| 2 | Student identity cards of all team members |
| 3 | Authorization letter from the institution, if required by the organisers |
Incomplete forms, incorrect details, missing attachments or non-payment of fee shall result in rejection of registration.
Contact Information
For queries and clarifications, participants may contact:
Moot Court Committee
Faculty of Law
The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh
Email: [email protected]
| Designation | Name | Contact Number |
| Faculty Convenor | Dr. Legha Mamta Ranjitsingh | +91 8877740006 |
| Faculty Co-Convenor | Mr. Vishav Kishore | +91 7018249354 |
| Student Convenor | Parimeeta Rai | +91 95180 22307 |
| Student Co-Convenor | Kashish | +91 62844 14885 |
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