About Organiser
The HIET Group of Institutions, Himachal Pradesh, in collaboration with Lex Maven LLP, is organizing the 1st HILS National Level Moot Court Competition 2026, also known as the Lex Maven CDIL National Moot Court Competition. HIET is committed to holistic education and leadership development, focusing on “Man-Making” by nurturing individuals who combine professional competence with strong ethical values. Through initiatives such as this national moot court competition, the institution aims to foster intellectual growth, legal scholarship, and professional discipline among law students.
About the Event
The 1st HILS National Level Moot Court Competition 2026 is designed as a national platform for law students to experience the dynamics of appellate court advocacy. The competition emphasizes research-focused scholarship, analytical reasoning, and ethical lawyering, enabling participants to apply legal theory in a simulated courtroom setting.
Participants will engage in drafting memorials, presenting oral arguments, and responding to judicial queries—mirroring the real-world functioning of appellate courts. The event aims to strengthen students’ advocacy skills, legal research abilities, and professional confidence while providing exposure to competitive mooting at a national level.
Date and Venue
9–10 April 2026
HIET Group of Institutions
Himachal Pradesh, India
Team Composition
Each participating team must consist of three members:
- Two Speakers
- One Researcher
Awards
- Winner Team: ₹10,000 + Certificate of Merit + Memento
- Runner-Up Team: ₹5,000 + Certificate of Merit + Memento
- Best Memorial: ₹2,500 + Certificate of Merit + Memento
- Best Speaker: ₹2,500 + Certificate of Merit + Memento
- Best Researcher: ₹2,500 + Certificate of Merit + Memento
- Participation Certificates for all registered participants.
Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 28 March 2026
- Team Code Assignment: 30 March 2026
- Memorial Submission (Soft Copy): 5 April 2026
- Preliminary Rounds I & II: 9 April 2026
- Quarter-Finals: 9 April 2026
- Semi-Finals & Finals: 10 April 2026
Miscellaneous
The competition focuses on appellate advocacy, encouraging participants to engage in rigorous legal research, structured argumentation, and ethical legal practice. Teams are expected to follow the competition rules regarding memorial drafting, citation standards, and oral advocacy procedures.
Registration Fees
₹5,000 per team.
Registration Process
- Download and review the official competition brochure for rules and moot proposition.
- Complete the online registration form and submit the registration fee.
- Ensure that the team is authorized by the Dean or Moot Court Society Head of the institution.
Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQVYf8G9w-eE2AdwuTE_kjLif4pnDLtWaJw0X3H9jeFSN59A/viewform
Contact Information
Divyansh: +91 9816203631
Vishal: +91 86280 65803
Ankush: +91 8544714167
Ayush: +91 6230926132
Murtza: +91 9596567918
Opportunities:
Participants will gain hands-on experience in appellate advocacy, legal research, memorial drafting, and oral argumentation, while networking with peers and legal professionals from institutions across India.
Location:
HIET Group of Institutions, Himachal Pradesh, India.
