6th RGNUL National Negotiation Competition 2026
Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab
📌About the Event
The 6th RGNUL National Negotiation Competition 2026 is a national-level law competition organised by the Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CADR) at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, in collaboration with the Dr. P.C. Markanda Chair on ADR. The event brings together aspiring legal professionals from across India to demonstrate their negotiation, communication, problem-solving and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) skills. Conducted in a hybrid format, the competition offers law students an opportunity to gain practical experience in client-counsel negotiations and compete against teams from other universities.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Organiser: Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CADR), Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab
- Location: RGNUL Campus, Patiala, Punjab, India
- Mode of Conduct: Hybrid (Online + Offline)
- Competition Level: National
- Team Size: 2 participants per team
- Team Roles: One Client and One Counsel
📅 Important Dates
- Final Registration and Payment Deadline: 20 October 2026
- Negotiation Plan Submission Deadline: 22 October 2026
- Online Preliminary Rounds: 25 October 2026
- Offline Advanced Rounds: 21–22 November 2026
🎯 Eligibility & Rules
- Eligibilty:
- Open to students enrolled in undergraduate law degree programmes at universities recognised by the Bar Council of India.
- Students must meet the enrolment requirement as of 1 January 2026.
- Each team must consist of two students participating as a negotiating pair.
- Team composition cannot be changed after final registration without the Organising Committee’s approval.
🏆 Benefits for the Participants
- Winner: Specific cash prize or award details have not been confirmed in the publicly accessible announcement.
- Runner-Up: Prize details have not been independently verified.
- Other Awards: Additional award categories, if any, should be confirmed from the official brochure.
- Professional Exposure: Participants gain experience in negotiation, client representation and alternative dispute resolution.
- Networking Opportunities: The event provides opportunities to interact with law students, ADR enthusiasts and legal professionals.