GITAM School of Law, Visakhapatnam | Dr. MVVS Murthi 7th Moot Court Competition 2026

School of Law, GITAM (Deemed to be) University is hosting its flagship event, Dr. MVVS Murthi 7th Moot Court Competition 2026 in offline mode from 7th to 10th of October, 2026 at Visakhapatnam.

About School of Law

Established in 2012 on the Visakhapatnam Campus, the School of Law is a constituent institution of GITAM (Deemed to be University). The institution is dedicated to redefining legal education with a blend of academic rigor and practical experience. The Curriculum of the Law School is thoughtfully designed to integrate the foundational principles of law with the demands of the modern legal career. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to practical, hands-on learning. From participating in vibrant moot courts to engaging in the real -world, we foster an environment where theoretical knowledge meets practical application, complemented by interaction with distinguished legal professionals who provide insights and networking opportunities.

About GMAC

GITAM Moot and Advocacy Committee (GMAC) is a remarkable wing of the GITAM School of Law, which is dedicated to provide comprehensive advocacy training to students. GMAC had organized various moot court competitions, both external and internal, ensuring students have ample opportunities to hone their legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Students are given necessary guidance and networking opportunities, which would reshape their career path.

Moot Court-2026

The GITAM Moot & Advocacy Committee is proud to announce the 7th edition of the Dr. MVVS Murthi Moot Court Competition which will be held from 7th to 10th of October, 2026 in association with SCC Online as Knowledge Partner and SCC Times as Media Partner.

This year’s Moot Court Competition is particularly significant as it explores the evolving landscape of criminal law under the new criminal law regime, presenting a complex fact scenario involving homicide, criminal conspiracy, electronic evidence, forensic science, and procedural safeguards. Designed to challenge participants on both substantive and procedural aspects of criminal jurisprudence, the proposition offers a unique opportunity to engage with contemporary legal issues and showcase advocacy, research, and analytical skills on a national platform. We invite you to be a part of this intellectually stimulating competition.

Details of the Competition:

– Dates: 7th to 10th of October, 2026

– Format: OFFLINE/PHYSICAL MODE

– Eligibility: Open to all law students enrolled in three- & five-year LLB courses in recognized law colleges across India

– Moot Brochure: Click to view/download the Moot Brochure

– Moot Proposition: Click to view/download the Moot Proposition

IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES

Highlights of the Competition:

• Cash prizes and awards for the winning teams and best speakers, researchers

• Certificates of participation for all registered participants

• Opportunity to interact and network with leading legal experts

Awards:

The competition embraces the following awards:

Winning Team: ₹ 50,000/-

Runner-Up Team: ₹ 25,000/-

Best Memorial: ₹ 10,000/-

Best Speaker: ₹ 10,000/-

Best Researcher: ₹ 10,000/-

Registration & Fee Details:

– Team Registration Link: Click here for the team registration

– Registration Fees Payment Link: Click here to pay the registration fees

– Accommodation Fees Payment Link: Click here to pay the registration fees

Interested teams are required to register by sending a scanned copy of the duly filled Registration Form to mcc.schooloflaw@gitam.edu with the Subject “Registration for Moot 2026”.

Fee Details:

All teams shall be required to make a payment of INR 3500/- (excluding GST) via online transfer through Payment link on/before 25th September, 2026.

Contact Information:

For any queries or further information, please feel free to contact us at mcc.schooloflaw@gitam.edu

Also, you can reach out to us at:

Student coordinators:

1. Ms. Induja N — +91 9092354255

2. Mr. Bandi Chandeesh— +91 7981233545

3. Ms. Akshaya Tadi — +91 8885649766

4. Ms. Mortha Bhargavi — +91 9515026749 (For accommodation related queries)

5. Mr. Swapnil Banerjee — +91 8763979179 (For accommodation related queries)

Join us for an intellectually stimulating and competitive event that promises to be both educational and inspiring. Register now and be a part of this momentous occasion!