Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Trial Advocacy Competition (DSTAC) 2026 at School of Law, Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, Trichy
About DSU
The Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University (DSU) has been established under the Tamil Nadu Private Universities Act, 2019, located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India. Uniqueness of DSU lies in its Multidisciplinary nature in offering a wide range of encompassing academic programmes.
About DSU – School of Law
Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, School of Law, aims to impart quality legal education and an educational experience on par with international standards. The school is renowned for the intellectual rigor of its curriculum, keeping in mind the corporate and industrial needs.
Being a new school, we have the advantage of framing a modern curriculum supported with higher technologically legal education pedagogy, aiming at honing skill sets most appropriate for lawyers. The global standards set at Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, School of Law in the field of teaching and research spur us on in our relentless pursuit of excellence.
About the Event
The Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Trial Advocacy Competition (DSTAC) 2026, organized by the School of Law, Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, marks the inaugural edition of a distinguished national-level academic initiative and the beginning of a promising legacy in trial advocacy.
Conceived as a platform to foster excellence among law students, the competition is meticulously structured to simulate real-world courtroom proceedings, requiring participants to demonstrate proficiency in legal analysis, application of procedural and evidentiary rules, examination of witnesses, and the articulation of persuasive arguments.
By seamlessly integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills, DSTAC 2026 seeks to cultivate competence in litigation and advocacy. This pioneering edition sets the foundation for a tradition of academic rigor and professional excellence, offering an intellectually engaging forum for students across the country to showcase their abilities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, critical thinking, and a profound understanding of the judicial process.
Location
Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, NH – 45, Trichy – Chennai Trunk Road, Near Samayapuram Toll Plaza, Samayapuram, Trichy – 621112.
How to Register?
Interested candidates register via the link given at the end of the post.
Important dates
- 15.04.2026: Release of Proposition
- 10.05.2026: Last date for Registration.
- 11.05.2026: Last date for Seeking Clarification
- 15.05.2026: Release of clarification
- 29.05.2026: Inauguration, Drawing of Lots, Procedural Test
- 30.05.2026: Preliminary rounds, Quarter Finals
- 31.05.2026: Semi Final, Final, Valedictory ceremony
Fee
4000/- INR including food and accommodation.
Prizes
- Winning Team Award: A Trophy, Cash prize of Rs. 20,000 & Certificate.
- Runner-up Award: A Trophy, Cash prize of Rs. 15,000 & Certificate.
- Best Advocate (Prosecution): A Trophy, Cash prize of Rs. 5,000 & Certificate.
- Best Advocate (Defence): A Trophy, Cash prize of Rs. 5,000& Certificate.
- Best Witness cum Researcher: A Trophy, Cash prize of Rs. 5,000 & Certificate.
- Participation Certificates will be distributed for all participants only at the Valedictory ceremony.
- The Participants should be present till the conclusion of the Valedictory function.
Contact
For any queries related to the event, contact:
Faculty coordinator:
Mr. Krithick – 8610645086
For further assistance, please email at: mcadsusol@gmail.com.
Student Coordinators:
Vetrivel Punithan – 8098723154
K.M. Jawahar – 8098057256
Vivekka V – 7904603067
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