9th National Law Fest Arguendo 2026 At UILS, Panjab University, Chandigarh [March 19-21; Offline] Register By February 28th
The University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), Panjab University, Chandigarh, has been at the forefront of legal education since its establishment in 2004-05, distinguished by its commitment to academic excellence and professional development. Integrating traditional legal principles with contemporary pedagogical methodologies, UILS meticulously cultivates expertise in legal research, advocacy, drafting, and negotiation. Its comprehensive academic framework, encompassing moot court competitions, client counselling, legal aid initiatives, and internships with esteemed members of the judiciary, leading law firms, and NGOs, ensures that students acquire both theoretical proficiency and hands-on experience in the legal profession.
Event Details
I. UILS National Moot Court Competition, 2026 - 19th – 21st March,2026).
UILS takes immense pride in presenting the Second Edition of UILS National Moot Court Competition, a premier platform designed to test and refine the legal acumen of aspiring advocates. This competition will challenge participants to engage with complex and evolving legal issues, craft persuasive and well-reasoned arguments, and demonstrate exceptional courtroom advocacy before a distinguished panel of judges, legal scholars, and seasoned practitioners. Beyond the rigor of competition, this event offers a rare opportunity to interact with legal luminaries, exchange ideas with peers from prestigious institutions across the country, and immerse oneself in the art of legal reasoning and ethical advocacy. We cordially invite you to join us for this prestigious event, where brilliant minds come together to merge strategy with intellect, and where the pursuit of excellence is the foundation of the competition.
• Eligibility - The Competition is open to all students enrolled bona-fide on a regular basis in an Undergraduate/Postgraduate law course (including LL.M. programs) or its equivalent conducted by any institution recognized by the Bar Council of India.
• Team Composition - A team must consist of minimum of 2 and maximum of 3, with two designated as speakers and one as researcher. In case of team of 2- member team, both individuals will be designated as speakers.
• Registration Fee- INR 1000
Bank Details
Account Name: Director, UILS
Account # 10444979993
IFSC Code : SBIN0000742
Branch: SBI, Sector 14, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
Kindly Note - Teams qualifying after memorial round will be required to pay an additional amount for on- campus accommodation in the campus. Kindly check the brochure for more details.
II. 6th Justice A.S. Anand National Mediation & Negotiation Competition, 2026
In life, you may not get what you deserve, but you will definitely get what you negotiate." With the aim of imparting Negotiation and Mediation skills to aspiring lawyers, the ADR & CCL Board, UILS presents the Sixth Edition of the Justice A.S. Anand National Mediation and Negotiation Competition, 2026 (Hybrid) to be conducted on 8th of March 2026 and 19th-21st March 2026. Participants will undergo skill development at each stage of the competition, with UILS eagerly anticipating the participation of students from across the country.
• Eligibility - The Competition is open to all students enrolled bona-fide on a regular basis in an Undergraduate/Postgraduate law course (including LL.M. programs) or its equivalent conducted by any institution recognized by the Bar Council of India.
• Team Composition - Team shall consist of one Mediator and the Negotiating Team consisting of one Client and one counsel.
• Registration Fee - INR 3600
Bank Details
Account Name: Director, UILS
Account # 10444979993
IFSC Code : SBIN0000742
Branch: SBI, Sector 14, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
UILS National Moot Court Competition shall be conducted entirely in an offline mode whereas the 6th Justice A.S. Anand Mediation & Negotiation Competition, 2026 will take place in a hybrid format. Participants are requested to go through from detailed rulebook.
Timeline
I. 2nd UILS National Moot Court Competition, 2026
Event | Date |
Registrations Open | 12th February, 2026 |
Release of the Moot Proposition | 12th February, 2026 |
Closure of Clarification Form | 24th February, 2026 |
Release of Clarification Responses | 26th February, 2026 |
Last date for Final Registration (Stage 1) | 28th February, 2026 |
Memorial Submission Deadline | 4th March, 2026 |
Declaration of Memorial Evaluation Result | 7th March, 2026 |
Preliminary Rounds (Offline) | 19th March, 2026 |
Raising the Bar & Semifinal Rounds (on Campus) | 20th March, 2026 |
Final Rounds and Valedictory Ceremony (on campus) | 21st March, 2026 |
II. 6th Justice A.S. Anand National Mediation & Negotiation Competition, 2026
Event | Date |
Registrations Open | 12th February, 2026 |
Last date for Provisional Registration | 16th February, 2026 |
Release of Proposition | 24th February, 2026 |
Last date of Final Registration | 28th February, 2026 |
Last date for seeking clarifications | 1st March, 2026 |
Release of clarifications | 2nd March, 2026 |
Preliminary Rounds (Virtual) | 8th March, 2026 |
Quarter Final Rounds & Semi- Final rounds (on Campus) | 19th March, 2026 |
Final Rounds (on Campus) | 20th March, 2026 |
Valedictory Ceremony (on Campus) | 21st March, 2026 |
Contact Details-
MCS Team
Student Coordinators:
MIMANSHAK KHOSLA (PRESIDENT) - (+91 9161677388)
SAADIA SHARMA (CONVENER) - (+91 9878779656)
TVISHA JUNEJA (CO-CONVENOR) – (+91 8360501502)
Official Email - arguendo.mcs2026@gmail.com
ADR & CCL Board
Student Coordinators:
SANDALI (CONVENOR) - (+91 76963 11313)
MANVI PAHWA (CO-CONVENER) - (+91 99159 76135)
PRASHAST SHARMA (CO-CONVENOR) - (+91 88472 36271)
Official Email- ADR & CCL Board - arguendo.adr@gmail.com
Important Links-
Provisional Registration Form Link for UILS National Moot Court Competition,2026 -
Link for Moot Proposition and Rules and Regulations of UILS National Moot Court Competition, 2026-
https://linktr.ee/arguendouilsmcs26
Provisional Registration Form Link for 6th Justice A.S. Anand National Mediation & Negotiation Competition -
Link for Moot Proposition and Rules and Regulations of 6th Justice A.S. Anand National Mediation & Negotiation Competition –
https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1kVAjJsxaRYHS3AMve2D7PNHZQmt7KzNN
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