1st R.N. Mittal Memorial National Moot Court Competition 2026 at the Moot Court Society, Law Centre-I, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi
About the Organisers
The event is a premier collaborative initiative between Law Centre-I, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, and the R.N. Mittal Memorial Trust.
- Law Centre-I: Established in 1970, it is a leading global institution for legal education, distinguished by its commitment to clinical legal pedagogy and extensive pro bono initiatives.
- R.N. Mittal Memorial Trust: Founded to honor the legacy of the late Senior Advocate Shri R.N. Mittal, the Trust is dedicated to preserving his vision of legal integrity, professional excellence, and public service.
Details of the Event
The competition centers on a sophisticated moot proposition involving a real estate dispute with multi-dimensional legal overlaps.
- Key Themes: Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), and emerging jurisprudence surrounding Celebrity Personality Rights.
- Competition Structure:
- Preliminary Rounds: Teams will argue for both Claimant and Respondent.
- Knockout Stages: Progression through Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and the Grand Final.
- Researchers’ Test: A specialized 20-mark evaluation to assess the depth of legal research.
Eligibility and Team Composition
- Eligibility: Open to all law colleges and institutions recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) offering 3-year or 5-year LL.B. courses.
- Team Structure: Teams must comprise a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 members (2 Speakers and 1 optional Researcher).
Location and Venue
The competition will be held in Offline Mode at:
Law Centre-I, Umang Bhawan, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, Chhatra Marg, Delhi – 110007.
How to Register?
- Interested candidates can register online via the link given at the end of the post.
- Memorial Submission: Soft copies (.pdf) must be emailed to rnmittalmoot@gmail.com
- Fee Details: Specific registration fees are detailed within the official registration form.
Prize Pool and Awards
The competition features a total cash prize pool of ₹1,41,000, distributed as follows:
| Category | Cash Prize |
| Winning Team | ₹51,000 |
| Runners-Up Team | ₹25,000 |
| Second Runners-Up | ₹15,000 |
| Best Memorial (Prosecution) | ₹10,000 |
| Best Memorial (Defendant) | ₹10,000 |
| Best Advocate/Speaker (Finals) | ₹10,000 |
| Best Advocate/Speaker (Prelims) | ₹10,000 |
| Best Researcher | ₹10,000 |
| Participation | Certificates for all participants |
Important Dates and Deadlines
- Release of Brochure & Proposition: March 19, 2026
- Registration Window: March 27 – April 14, 2026 (Closes at 11:59 PM)
- Clarification Deadline: April 5, 2026 (Responses published April 8)
- Memorial Submission Deadline: April 21, 2026 (by 11:59 PM)
- Inaugural & Preliminary Rounds: April 24, 2026
- Quarter-Finals & Semi-Finals: April 25, 2026
- Finals & Valedictory Ceremony: April 26, 2026
Contact
Official Email: rnmittalmoot@gmail.com
