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ITM University Gwalior is a leading private university known for its academic excellence, innovative teaching methodologies, and multidisciplinary education. The university fosters a rigorous learning environment supported by experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, and a vibrant campus that encourages research, innovation, and professional growth.
The National Online Judgement Writing Competition 2026, organised by the School of Law, ITM University Gwalior, is a national-level online law competition aimed at developing judicial writing, legal reasoning, and judgment drafting skills among law students.
Unlike traditional moot court competitions and client counselling competitions, this Judgement Writing Competition enables participants to step into the role of a Judge and decide legal disputes by applying substantive and procedural laws, analysing evidence, interpreting precedents, and delivering reasoned judicial decisions.
The competition seeks to bridge the gap between classroom learning and judicial practice while preparing aspiring advocates and judicial service candidates for real-world legal decision-making.
The National Online Judgement Writing Competition 2026 aims to:
Enhance legal research and legal writing skills.
Improve understanding of substantive and procedural laws.
Encourage analytical thinking and independent legal reasoning.
Familiarise participants with judicial methodology and court craft.
To cultivate excellence in judicial reasoning and legal writing by providing a national platform that inspires future legal professionals to uphold justice, integrity, morality, and the rule of law through well-reasoned judicial decisions.
Strengthen legal research, analytical, and judgment writing skills.
Bridge the gap between legal education and judicial practice through experiential learning.
Encourage the practical application of substantive and procedural laws to real-life disputes.
Foster excellence in legal drafting and judicial methodology among future members of the Bar and Bench.
The National Online Judgement Writing Competition 2026 will be conducted entirely online in two stages.
Participants will receive:
One Civil Law proposition.
One Criminal Law proposition.
Both propositions are mandatory.
Participants must prepare judgments based on:
Facts provided.
Applicable laws.
Judicial precedents.
Principles of evidence.
Date: 30 July 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Duration: 3 Hours
Top-performing participants from Round I will qualify.
Finalists will receive a fresh proposition.
A complete judgment must be prepared within the prescribed time.
Date: 31 July 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Duration: 3 Hours
The competition will have separate categories and awards for:
English
Hindi
Participants will be evaluated on:
Identification of Issues
Appreciation of Facts and Evidence
Knowledge of Law
Application of Legal Principles
Judicial Reasoning
Use of Authorities and Judicial Precedents
Structure and Organisation
Language and Drafting
Relief and Final Order
The National Online Judgement Writing Competition 2026 is open to:
Students enrolled in 3-year LL.B. programmes.
Students enrolled in 5-year integrated law programmes.
Participants from any recognised university, law school, or institution in India.
Participation is strictly on an individual basis.
Registration Fee: ₹300 per participant
Mode: Online
Participants must:
Complete the online registration form.
Pay the registration fee through the official payment portal.
Receive a confirmation email.
Obtain a Unique Participation Code (UPC) for future correspondence and submissions.
Participants must submit:
One PDF copy.
One Word (.doc/.docx) copy.
Files must be named using the allotted Unique Participation Code (UPC) and language.
Example:
ITMJWE001_English
ITMJWH001_Hindi
Any submission revealing the participant's identity or institution will be disqualified.
Language: English or Hindi
Font: Times New Roman (English) / Mangal (Hindi)
Font Size: 12 (Main Text), 10 (Footnotes)
Line Spacing: 1.5
Alignment: Justified
Citation Style: Bluebook (21st Edition)
Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Page Numbers: Bottom Centre
Word Limit: 3,000–5,000 words
Maximum Length: 15 pages (excluding cover page)
File Formats: PDF and Word (.doc/.docx)
Participants should structure their judgments with:
Court Title
Case Number
Parties
Facts of the Case
Issues for Determination
Relevant Law
Analysis and Findings
Decision / Final Order
Relief Granted
Date and Signature (Participant Code only)
Each participant will receive a Unique Participation Code (UPC).
Submissions must not disclose:
Participant's Name
Institution Name
University Logo
Initials
Acknowledgements
Any other identifying information
Violation of the anonymity policy will result in immediate disqualification.
To ensure fairness and originality, every submission will undergo:
Plagiarism screening
Expert evaluation
Participants must also submit a Declaration of Originality. Any plagiarism, copying, or unfair means will lead to immediate disqualification.
The National Online Judgement Writing Competition 2026 provides law students with an excellent opportunity to:
Develop judicial writing and legal drafting skills.
Strengthen legal research and analytical reasoning.
Build a competitive profile for Judicial Services Examinations and litigation careers.
Gain national recognition through certificates and awards.
Experience judicial decision-making in a simulated court environment.
Registration Opens - 13 July 2026
Last Date to Register - 28 July 2026
Preliminary Round - 30 July 2026
Grand Finale - 31 July 2026
Faculty Coordinators
Ms. Sakshi Bansal – Assistant Professor, School of Law
Phone: +91 9599272676
Ms. Vasudha Budholiya – Assistant Professor, School of Law
Phone: +91 9685932844
Student Coordinators
Rahul Jain – +91 9302266101
Swet Yadav – +91 6265890818
Last Date to Register: 28 July 2026
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