Lex Scripta 2026 Judgment Writing Competition | BBD
About Babu Banarasi Das University
BBD University aims to transform the way people think by teaching them problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork skills, as well as the value of commitment to quality, ethical behavior, and respect for others.
We want every member of our university to enjoy diverse opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth. Learning and working at BBD University will foster quick, well-rounded minds, well-equipped to succeed in our fast-changing world.
About the School of Legal Studies
The School of Legal Studies of BBDU, which has the reputation of being the top law college in U.P envisages advancement of institutional expertise in the area of legal research and education by augmenting academic and professional excellence, developing critical and relentless engagement with legal theory and practice, synergizing law, legal research, law education, and action to further the quest for justice.
About the Competition
The Lex Scripta, 2026, A Judgment writing competition is conceived to foster excellence in judicial writing by immersing students in the role of a judge. Participants are required to examine a given factual framework, apply the law with coherence and precision, and produce a comprehensive, well-reasoned judgment.
The competition integrates analytical advocacy with the discipline of adjudication, challenging students to identify and frame issues, assess competing submissions, evaluate relevant facts and authorities, and arrive at a principled determination reflecting both legal acumen and judicial restraint.
Fundamentally, the competition seeks to cultivate sound judicial reasoning, reinforce adherence to the rule of law, and promote clarity and accessibility in legal writing.
Eligibility
- The competition is open to students currently enrolled in a three-year LL.B. programme or a five-year LL.B. programme at any recognised institution in India.
- Participation may be either individual or in teams comprising a maximum of two students, with joint authorship permitted.
- Each entry shall be limited to one submission only.
- There is no restriction on the number of entries permitted from any single institution.
Registration Process
- Registration for the Lex Scripta, 2026, Judgment Writing Competition is free of charge.
- All eligible participants must complete the registration process on or before 20.02.2026 by submitting the required details on the given link at the end of the post.
- Participants shall ensure that the information furnished at the time of registration is accurate and complete.
- All official communication, including updates, clarifications, and results, shall be conveyed solely through the contact details provided during registration.
Prizes
- Winner: Trophy along with Cash Prizes of ₹5,100.
- Firat Runne up: Trophy along with Cash Prizes of ₹2,100.
- Second Runner Up: Trophy Accompanied by a Consolation Prize.
- Participation: E certificates will be awarded to all participants in recognition of their involvement.
Important dates
- REGISTRATION OPENS: 3rd February, 2026
- LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION: 20th February, 2026
- DATE OF RELEASE OF PROPOSITION: 22nd February, 2026
- LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION: 22nd February, 2026 on or before 11:59 PM.
- RESULT DECLARATION & VALEDICTORY CEREMONY (ON CAMPUS): 28th February, 2026 (tentative).
Contact
For any queries, please contact the Student Convenors:
Ms. Shifa Parveen || Contact (+91) 6393466453
Ms. Irtiqua Beg || Contact (+91) 9161866126
Mr. Aryan Yadav || Contact (+91) 6390457503
