CGC University Mohali Organises 4th National Moot Court Competition 2026
70 teams from 54 colleges across 14 states participate; Banasthali Vidyapith clinches the first position
Mohali, 12 November 2026-The School of Legal Studies at CGC University Mohali successfully organised the three-day 4th National Moot Court Competition 2026. The prestigious national-level event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 210 students representing 70 teams from 54 colleges across 36 cities in 14 states of the country. The competition provided a unique platform for students to showcase their practical skills in legal research, argument preparation, memorial drafting and courtroom presentation.
Organised under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Vinay Kumar Goel, Vice Chancellor of the University, and Prof. (Dr.) J.P. Yadav, Dean, School of Legal Studies, the competition was inaugurated by Dr. Krishan Lal Middha, Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Legislative Assembly, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Throughout the competition, students demonstrated their legal knowledge, analytical thinking and persuasive argumentation skills through various preliminary rounds and knockout stages. Out of the 70 participating teams, 32 qualified for the knockout rounds.
The semi-final rounds witnessed intense competition among teams from Bharati Vidyapeeth, Symbiosis Law School, Pune, University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University, and Army Institute of Law, Mohali. The final was contested between Bharati Vidyapeeth and Army Institute of Law, Mohali, with both teams showcasing exceptional legal knowledge, factual understanding and advocacy skills.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by Hon'ble Justice Rohit Kapoor, sitting Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, and Hon'ble Justice Ajay Tewari, former Judge of the High Court. The final round was evaluated by retired District and Sessions Judges Harnam Singh Thakur and Inderjit Kaushik.
Banasthali Vidyapith's Team TC-1 emerged as the overall winner, lifting the winner's trophy, while Team TC-12 from Army Institute of Law, Mohali, secured the runner-up position. In the individual and special award categories, Banasthali Vidyapith received the Best Researcher award, Christ University, Bengaluru, won the Best Memorial award, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School of Law was honoured with the Best Speaker award.
The successful organisation of the three-day competition was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the university management, faculty members, the Moot Court Society and student volunteers. Their meticulous planning, coordination and collective commitment ensured the smooth and successful completion of the event.
Arsh Dhaliwal, Managing Director of CGC University Mohali stated that such national-level competitions help students move beyond theoretical knowledge and gain exposure to actual courtroom procedures, legal research and practical advocacy. The university remains committed to nurturing future legal professionals by developing their professional competence, confidence and sense of responsibility towards justice.