National Judgment Writing Competition – Apply Now for November 2025 Opportunity
About the Organization
The National Judgment Writing Competition 2025 is being organized by the Centre of Legal Education, Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta Institute of Professional Studies (ADGIPS), New Delhi, in collaboration with BBD University, Lucknow.
ADGIPS, formerly known as ADGITM, was established in 2003 by the BBD Educational Society, Lucknow. The institution, approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), is a premier legal education hub in Delhi offering full-time undergraduate and postgraduate programs in law, management, and technology.
The Centre of Legal Education (CLE) at ADGIPS, founded in 2022, aims to evolve and impart interdisciplinary legal learning that promotes the constitutional ideals of justice, liberty, and equality. The Centre emphasizes innovation in legal education through moot courts, case studies, seminars, debates, and legal aid initiatives. It also runs a Legal Aid Clinic to advance social justice and awareness.
With a faculty of experienced legal professionals and academicians, ADGIPS continues to provide law students a platform to explore practical skills like research, advocacy, judgment writing, and policy analysis, which makes this Judgment Writing Competition a perfect opportunity for aspiring jurists and litigators.
About the Opportunity
The National Judgment Writing Competition 2025 offers participants the unique experience of stepping into the shoes of a judge. Hosted by ADGIPS (Centre of Legal Education), this event encourages students to combine legal reasoning, critical analysis, and judicial writing to craft well-structured judgments.
The competition’s theme focuses on Contract Law and Law of Torts, challenging students to analyze facts, identify issues, interpret laws, and deliver reasoned decisions. Participants will receive a factual matrix and must draft a judgment within the prescribed time limit.
The competition seeks to instill the virtues of objectivity, fairness, and legal precision—qualities essential for any budding lawyer or judicial aspirant. By writing judgments rather than pleadings, participants enhance their ability to interpret precedents, apply statutory principles, and articulate legal reasoning effectively.
Event Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 1 November 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 15 November 2025 |
| Release of Judgment Problem | 20 November 2025 |
| Date of Judgment Writing | 20 November 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 20 November 2025 |
Location and Mode
Mode: Online / Virtual
Location: Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta Institute of Professional Studies, Shastri Park, New Delhi
The entire competition will be conducted online, allowing participants across India to showcase their judgment-writing skills from their respective locations.
Format and Structure
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | One-day event (2 hours total: 1 hour reading + 1 hour writing) |
| Word Limit | 2000–2500 words |
| Team Composition | Individual (Single Writer) or Team of Two (Writer & Assistor) |
| Registration Fee | ₹500 per participant |
| Submission Format | Typed in English, PDF format, submitted via official form |
| Supervisor / Mentor | Centre of Legal Education, ADGIPS |
Participants will be provided with a factual problem on the day of the event and must submit their written judgment within the stipulated time. Each judgment must include standard judicial elements such as Case Title, Jurisdiction, Facts, Issues, Applicable Law, Analysis, Findings, and Operative Order.
Eligibility & Requirements
The competition is open to students currently pursuing 3-year or 5-year LL.B. programs at recognized law schools and universities across India. Both individual and team entries are accepted.
Participants must demonstrate sound legal knowledge, analytical skills, and an ability to write with clarity and precision. The event encourages the use of neutral and authoritative judicial language. The competition’s focus on Contract and Tort Law makes it ideal for students interested in civil litigation and judicial reasoning.
The judgment must adhere to the prescribed word limit (2000–2500 words) and language (English). Any deviation from guidelines or use of prohibited materials during the writing session will lead to disqualification.
Additional Highlights
• Certificates of Participation for all participants
• Cash Prizes, Trophies, and Certificates for Winners
• Opportunity to gain insight into judicial reasoning
• Platform to enhance drafting and analytical skills
• Mentorship by experienced faculty and professionals
• Recognition for Best Judgment Writer and Runner-Up
Awards:
Winner: ₹5,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Runner-Up: ₹3,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Merit Certificates for all participants
FAQs about the National Judgment Writing Competition
1. Who can apply for this National Judgment Writing Competition?
Students enrolled in a 3-year LL.B. or 5-year integrated law program from recognized institutions are eligible to apply. Both single and two-member teams (Writer and Assistor) can participate. There is no restriction on the number of entries from one institution.
2. Is this National Judgment Writing Competition paid or unpaid?
Participants must pay a registration fee of ₹500 per participant. The fee covers administrative and organizational expenses and is non-refundable.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to register is 15 November 2025, and the Judgment Problem will be released on 20 November 2025.
4. What is the selection process?
All registrations will be verified upon payment. Participants will receive a Team Code for anonymity and official communication. Submissions will be evaluated by an expert panel based on legal accuracy, reasoning, structure, and language. The judges’ decision will be final.
5. Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes. All participants will receive Certificates of Participation, while winners will be awarded Trophies, Certificates, and Cash Prizes.
6. What are the judging criteria?
Submissions will be assessed based on the following:
- Identification of issues
- Application of law and reasoning
- Structure and coherence of the judgment
- Adherence to word limit and format
- Clarity and neutrality of judicial tone
Important Links
• Registration Form: Click Here to Register
• Official Email: legalresearch@adgips.ac.in
Downloadables
Contact Information
Faculty Conveners:
- Dr. Dhruv – Assistant Professor, ADGIPS
- Ms. Pronika Singh – Assistant Professor, ADGIPS
- Ms. Muskan Chandhok – Assistant Professor, ADGIPS
Student Conveners:
- Ashwin (BA LL.B. Hons.) – +91 70425 19590
- Dhruv Bansal (BBA LL.B. Hons.) – +91 81303 61979
Student Co-Conveners:
- Vanshika Sharma – +91 82870 88609
- Jatin Kumar Verma – +91 85879 67515
Email: legalresearch@adgips.ac.in
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