ABOUT PES UNIVERSITY
PES stands among the nation’s leading teaching and research universities, with over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to all-round student development. Our vision is to create a professionally superior and ethically strong global workforce. The PES Way reflects a holistic educational approach, rooted in strong frameworks and measurable outcomes.
Founded as the People’s Education Society in 1965 to provide educational access to underprivileged children, PES has evolved into one of India’s premier universities, while upholding the enduring values of Perseverance, Excellence, and Service. Our faculty members bring exceptional academic credentials and a dedication to nurturing students to realize their full potential.
As one of India’s fully digitally-enabled universities, our PESU Academy platform offers students a comprehensive, 360-degree learning experience.
ABOUT FACULTY OF LAW, PES UNIVERSITY
The Faculty of Law, PES University was established in 2017, under the guidance of our Hon’ble Founder, Late Dr M.R. Doreswamy, with a vision of establishing a global law school. The institution is also guided and mentored by several legal luminaries like Justice M.N Venkatachaliah, former Chief Justice, Supreme Court of India.
The Faculty of Law offers BBA LL.B (Hons.) and BA LL.B (Hons.) five-year integrated programs,three-year LL.B (Hons.) and one year LL.M programs. Our curriculum includes specializations in Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Law, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Law. Recognising the glory and responsibility associated with the legal profession, we have fine-tuned the nuances of legal education to meet the demands of the modern era. The Faculty of Law offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and digitally enabled learning facilities that greatly enhance the educational experience of our law students. With 24 student-run committees and clubs, alongside university-level clubs, our students benefit from a rich array of curricular and extracurricular opportunities. These include the Moot Court Society, Legal Services Committee, Center for Advanced Criminal Law, Corporate Law Committee, Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution, and the Center for Intellectual Property Rights, Center for Policy Research and Drafting among others.
In line with our commitment to social responsibility, we have adopted five villages where our Legal Services Clinics provide essential legal assistance to underserved communities, allowing our students to contribute meaningfully to society.
PESU NATIONAL MOOT COURT COMPETITION, 2026
The National Moot Court Competition 2026, organized by the Faculty of law, PES University in collaboration with Fox Mandal Solicitors & Advocates, India’s leading law firm along with India’s most prominent legal research database providers, SCC Online and SCC Times, as the Knowledge & Media Partners, is a national-level competition that provides an exceptional platform for law students to showcase their advocacy skills on the aspects of Constitutional Law and Criminal laws. The event is designed to simulate real courtroom proceedings, allowing participants to argue complex legal issues in front of experienced judges. This competition not only hones their legal research and oral advocacy skills but also promotes teamwork and professional growth.
OBJECTIVES
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Engage deeply with Constitutional laws and Criminal laws to foster critical thinking skills applicable in real-life scenarios.
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Develop advanced advocacy, legal research, and drafting skills.
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Enhance teamwork by collaborating effectively in a competitive setting.
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Promote a strong commitment to legal practice through active participation.
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Tackle complex legal scenarios and case studies in a simulated courtroom environment.
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Understanding the intricacies of the Constitutional laws and Criminal laws.
DATES AND VENUE
The National Moot Court Competition,2026 will be held at PES University, Bengaluru, from 27th February,28th February and 1st March,2026. The event includes preliminary round 1, preliminary round 2, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the grand-finale round, all held on campus.
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1st February, 2026 – Last Date of Registration
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3rd February, 2026 – Last date to seek Clarifications
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8th February, 2026 — Release of Clarifications
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21st February, 2026 – Last date for submission of the soft copy of the Memorial
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27th February, 2026 – Inaugural Ceremony, Submission of hard copy of memorials, and Preliminary Rounds
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28th February, 2026 – Researchers Test, Quarter Final, and Semi-Final Rounds
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1st March, 2026 – Grand Finale and Valedictory ceremony
ELIGIBILITY
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Law students enrolled in a full-time three-year LL.B. program or five-year integrated LL.B. (Hons.) programs from any institution recognized by the Bar Council of India are eligible to participate.
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Only 32 teams will be registered on a first-come-first-serve basis.
AWARDS
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WINNING TEAM: Rs. 40,000/- + Internship opportunity at Fox Mandal Solicitors & Advocates + Three (3) one-year complimentary subscription to SCC Online Web Edition to be distributed to the winning team worth Rs. 32,000 each. + Winners Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
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RUNNERS UP: Rs. 30,000/- + Runners-up Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
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BEST SPEAKER: Rs. 10,000/- + Best Speaker Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
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BEST MEMORIAL (P): Rs. 5,000/- + Best Memorial (P) Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
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BEST MEMORIAL (R): Rs. 5,000/- + Best Memorial (R) Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
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BEST RESEARCHER: Rs. 5,000/- + Best Researcher Trophy + Certificate of Merit.
IMPORTANT LINKS & REGISTRATION:
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Registration form, Brochure, Rules & Regulations, Moot Proposition: https://linktr.ee/PESU_NMCC_2026
There will be no refund of registration fees. Payment is to be made via UPI to pinelabs.STQ2707237@hdfcbank and the Screenshot is to be attached to the registration form.
The registration fees are:
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Rs. 5,000 per team without accommodation.
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Rs. 8,000 per team with accommodation
In case of queries, feel free to reach out to pesmootcourtsociety@gmail.com or contact us at:
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Dr. Ankita Pandey — Faculty Coordinator: ankitapandey@pes.edu
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Anvikshaa Shakthi Natarajan — Student Convenor: +91 97419 72302
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Shreesha Hedge – Student Convenor: +91 99024 48088