10th SGTU Moot Court Competition 2026 | Offline Mode | Cash Prizes of ₹1.15 Lakh+ | Register by 5 October
The 10th SGTU Moot Court Competition 2026, organised by the Moot Court Society, School of Law, SGT University, is a national-level moot court competition for law students. The competition will focus on constitutional governance, civil liberties and digital rights.
The competition will take place entirely in offline mode at the SGT University campus. Teams can register until 5 October 2026.
About SGT University
Established in 2002, SGT University is a UGC-recognized institution in Gurugram and holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Its School of Law combines academic legal education with practical training.
The Moot Court Society, School of Law, SGT University is a student-run body that focuses on developing courtroom advocacy, legal research and drafting skills.
About the 10th SGTU Moot Court Competition 2026
The 10th SGTU Moot Court Competition 2026, also known as LOKMANTRA, is the flagship moot court event of the Moot Court Society, School of Law, SGT University.
The competition will provide law students with an opportunity to develop advocacy, research and analytical skills while engaging with constitutional and legal issues. Moreover, all preliminary and advanced rounds will be conducted offline at the SGT University campus.
Eligibility
The competition is open to:
- Students pursuing a 3-year or 5-year LL.B. degree.
- Students must belong to a recognised university or institution in India.
- A team may consist of:
- 3 members: 2 Speakers and 1 Researcher; or
- 2 members: 2 Speakers.
- Each institution may register more than one team.
Theme
The theme of the competition is:
Constitutional Governance, Civil Liberties & Digital Rights
The moot proposition deals with issues including:
- A compromised national entrance examination
- Public protests
- Fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21
- Internet shutdowns
- Censorship
- Limits of state power
Therefore, the proposition requires participants to engage with questions involving constitutional rights, state action and digital freedoms.
Registration Fee
| Category | Fee per Team |
|---|---|
| With Accommodation | ₹5,000 |
| Without Accommodation | ₹3,000 |
Prizes
The competition offers the following prizes:
| Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| Winner | ₹51,000 + Trophy |
| Runner-up | ₹31,000 + Trophy |
| Best Memorial | ₹11,000 |
| Best Speaker | ₹11,000 |
| Best Researcher | ₹11,000 |
Additionally, the source states that top performers may receive internship opportunities with partner law firms and organisations.
Important Dates
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Moot Proposition Released & Registration Opens | 9 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 5 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Seek Clarifications | 7 October 2026 |
| Release of Clarifications | 10 October 2026 |
| Memorial Soft Copy Submission | 17 October 2026 |
| Hard Copies & Inaugural | 22 October 2026 |
| Competition | 22–24 October 2026 |
Registration Process
Interested teams must complete the online registration form and pay the applicable registration fee through the official payment mechanism provided for the competition.
Contact
Email: mcs@sgtuniversity.org
Phone:
- +91-7217783003
- +91-9315728455
