5th CNLU National Mediation Competition 2026-27 | Hybrid Mode | Register by 31 October
The Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CCADR), Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, has announced the 5th CNLU National Mediation Competition 2026-27.
The competition will follow a hybrid format, with the online rounds scheduled for January 2027 and the offline rounds to be held at the CNLU campus in February 2027.
The last date for provisional registration is 31 October 2026.
About CNLU
Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna) was established under the Chanakya National Law University Act, 2006. The University focuses on legal education, legal research, and promoting legal awareness in furtherance of the constitutional values of justice, equality, and the rule of law.
About CCADR
The Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CCADR) was established at CNLU in 2021. The Centre focuses on academic research, practical skill development, and professional engagement in alternative dispute resolution.
CCADR organises ADR competitions, panel discussions, workshops, training sessions, lectures, and other academic and professional engagements. Its initiatives include the CNLU National Mediation Competition and the National Client Counselling Competition, among others.
About the Competition
The 5th CNLU National Mediation Competition is the fifth edition of CCADR’s flagship mediation competition.
The competition aims to help students develop a deeper understanding of mediation and its practical application. Participants will also have opportunities to interact with practitioners, academicians, and other professionals working in the field of dispute resolution.
The 2026-27 edition will be conducted in a hybrid format.
Competition Format
The competition will consist of:
- Online Rounds: 16–17 January 2027
- Top 8 Teams Announcement: 17–18 January 2027
- Offline Rounds: 13–14 February 2027
- Venue for Offline Rounds: CNLU campus
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Brochure cum Rulebook | 18 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Provisional Registration | 31 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Final Registration | 20 December 2026 |
| Release of Preliminary Rounds Problem | 25 December 2026 |
| Online Rounds | 16–17 January 2027 |
| Release of Top 8 Teams | 17–18 January 2027 |
| Offline Rounds | 13–14 February 2027 |
Registration Deadline
The last date for provisional registration is 31 October 2026. Final registration will remain open until 20 December 2026.
How to Register?
Participants can complete the provisional registration through the following registration form:
For complete rules, eligibility requirements, competition structure, and other details, participants should refer to the official brochure:
Contact Information
For queries and clarifications, participants can contact:
- Ankita Kumari, Convenor: +91 9304685878
- Priyanshu Lucky, Editor-in-Chief: +91 9798701071
- Priyasha Priyadarshni, Co-Convenor: +91 9971545406
- Sumedha Singh, Co-Convenor: +91 9142337424
- Shalini Singh, Deputy Editor-in-Chief: +91 9905823548
Email: events.ccadr@cnlu.ac.in
