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About the University/Organization
Maharashtra National Law University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (MNLUCS) is a premier institution established under the Maharashtra National Law University Act, 2014. Committed to academic excellence, MNLUCS has emerged as a thriving legal education hub in the Marathwada region since its inception in 2017. It offers an intellectually enriching environment and is known for its student-driven initiatives, including moot courts, legal aid, and research centres. In collaboration with the Competition Commission of India (CCI), MNLUCS continues to promote legal scholarship through innovative events and platforms.
About the Event
The 1st CCI-MNLUCS National Antitrust Moot Court Competition 2025 aims to provide a robust platform for law students to engage in critical discourse on contemporary competition law issues. Designed for aspirants looking to build careers in litigation, policy, and regulatory law, this competition simulates real-world legal problem-solving. Participants will develop skills in legal research, drafting, oral advocacy, and courtroom strategy—specifically in the context of antitrust jurisprudence. The hybrid format ensures accessibility while also preserving the intensity of physical court advocacy.
Event Timeline
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Registration | 9 July 2025 |
| Last Date of Registration | 15 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Clarification Requests | 31 July 2025 |
| Release of Clarifications | 8 August 2025 |
| Memorial Submission (Soft Copy) | 31 August 2025 |
| SCC Online Training | 4 September 2025 |
| Inaugural Ceremony | 5 September 2025 |
| Preliminary Rounds | 6 September 2025 |
| Quarter Final Rounds | 7 September 2025 |
| Memorial Submission (Hard Copy) | 20 September 2025 |
| Semi-Finals & Finals (Offline) | 28 September 2025 |
Format and Structure
The competition will be conducted in two stages:
- Stage I (Online): Preliminary and Quarter-Final Rounds
- Stage II (Offline): Semi-Final and Final Rounds at MNLUCS campus
Each team must submit memorials for both the petitioner and respondent. Oral rounds will be evaluated based on legal reasoning, argument structure, court etiquette, and responses to judicial queries. Teams will be judged anonymously through a unique code system. The moot problem focuses on critical themes in antitrust law including abuse of dominance, data privacy, and regulatory overreach.
Location and Mode
Venue: Maharashtra National Law University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra – 431005
Mode: Hybrid
- Online: Prelims & Quarter-Finals
- Offline: Semi-Finals & Final
Additional Highlights
Prizes:
- Winner: ₹40,000 + SCC Online Subscriptions worth ₹24,000 (per team member)
- Runner-Up: ₹20,000 + Trophy
- Best Speaker: ₹10,000
- Best Memorial (Petitioner): ₹10,000
- Best Memorial (Respondent): ₹10,000
- SCC Online Access (1 month) to all participants
Eligibility:
Open to students enrolled in a 3-year or 5-year undergraduate law degree. Each institution may send a maximum of two teams.
Registration Fee:
- Stage I (Online Rounds): ₹4,500 per team
- Stage II (Offline Rounds – Qualified Teams): ₹3,000 (includes food & accommodation)
Mentors/Judges:
Panels of legal professionals, academicians, and representatives from CCI and SCC Online.
Team/Individual:
Team of 2–3 students (2 speakers + 1 researcher). Two-member teams will have dual roles.
FAQs
Q1: Who is eligible to participate?
A: Law students currently enrolled in a 3-year or 5-year law program.
Q2: Is a recommendation/reference required?
A: No, references are not required at the registration stage.
Q3: Will all participants receive a certificate?
A: Yes, all registered participants will be awarded certificates of participation or merit.
Q4: Is there a registration fee?
A: Yes. ₹4,500 for virtual rounds and ₹3,000 (additional) for offline qualifiers.
Q5: Can international students apply?
A: No. The competition is open to Indian law schools only.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Registration Form | Click Here |
| Payment Link | Click Here |
Downloadables
Moot Proposition
Contact
Email: mnlucsccimoot@mnlua.ac.in
Phone:
- Vinayak Tiwari: +91 6307 444 089
- Kritika Kumari: +91 6204 422 514
- Arpit Tiwari: +91 7387 619 812
- Anshika Awasthi: +91 9893 712 390
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