The Moot Court Committee, Department of Law, University of Jammu, and the Moot Court Association, School of Excellence in Law (SOEL), The Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, in collaboration with Surana & Surana International Attorneys, are organising the Surana & Surana Trial Advocacy Moot Court Competition: North & South Rounds 2026-27.
About the Competition
The competition is designed to promote trial advocacy skills and deepen participants’ understanding of Criminal Law Jurisprudence, in accordance with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. It offers a realistic simulation of criminal trial proceedings, allowing participants to argue as both Prosecution and Defence, examine witnesses, and hone courtroom advocacy.
Host Institutions & Venue
| North Rounds | South Rounds | |
|---|---|---|
| Host Institution | Department of Law, University of Jammu | School of Excellence in Law, TNDALU, Chennai |
| Competition Dates | September 18–20, 2026 | September 25–27, 2026 |
| Eligible Regions | North & Northeastern States | South & Western States |
Eligibility
Students currently pursuing their 3-Year LL.B. or 5-Year LL.B. program are eligible to participate. One team per institute.
Team Composition
- Each team must have a minimum of 2 and maximum of 4 members (2 speakers + 2 researchers).
- Teams may designate fixed Prosecution and Defence speaker pairs, but combinations cannot be rearranged once notified to the court assistants.
Format
Phase I – Procedural Test (conducted virtually if registrations exceed 18 teams): 25 objective & descriptive questions, 50 marks, 30 minutes, with negative marking. Only the Top 18 teams advance.
Phase II – Oral Rounds: Two Preliminary Rounds (Prosecution & Defence), followed by Quarter Finals, Semi Finals, and the Final.
Registration Fee
- Base Registration Fee: Rs. 2,006 (incl. GST)- payable by August 25, 2026
- Oral Rounds Fee (for qualifying 18 teams): additional Rs. 2,006 – payable by September 6, 2026
- Accommodation: Rs. 1,416 per participant, per night (optional, individual basis)
Awards
| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| Trial Advocacy Team of the Year | Rs. 25,000 + Plaque |
| Second Best Team of the Year | Rs. 15,000 + Plaque |
| Trial Advocate of the Year | Rs. 10,000 + Plaque |
| Second Best Trial Advocate | Rs. 5,000 + Plaque |
| Best Memorial Award | Rs. 10,000 + Plaque |
| Second Best Memorial Award | Rs. 5,000 + Plaque |
Certificates will be awarded to all participants.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration | July 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment | August 25, 2026 |
| Last Date for Clarifications | August 25, 2026 |
| Release of Clarifications | August 27, 2026 |
| Procedural Test (Virtual) | August 26, 2026 |
| Procedural Test Results | August 26, 2026 |
| Oral Rounds Fee & Accommodation Payment | September 6, 2026 |
| Memorial Submission (Soft Copy) | September 6, 2026 |
| Orientation & Draw of Lots – North / South | Sep 18, 2026 / Sep 25, 2026 |
| Prelims & Quarters -North / South | Sep 19, 2026 / Sep 26, 2026 |
| Semis, Finals & Valedictory – North / South | Sep 20, 2026 / Sep 27, 2026 |
How to Register
Register online at www.moot.in by August 25, 2026. A scanned copy of the institutional approval letter (or duly attested registration form) must accompany the registration.
Send registration documents & queries to:
- North Round: trialadvocacymoot.ju3@jammuuniversity.ac.in
- South Round: ssia.soel.trialadvocacy2026@gmail.com
- Cc: ai@lawindia.com
Contact
Chief Administrator: Mr. Preetam Surana, Partner – Dispute Resolution & Head, Academic Initiatives, Surana & Surana International Attorneys
North Rounds: Prof. (Dr.) Arvind Jasrotia +91 94191 73108
South Rounds: Dr. Sunita Rai S T +91 96779 89926
For the complete Rules & Regulations, memorial formatting guidelines, and registration form, refer to the official brochure. For Google Drive, refer here
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