Gavel to Gadget Competition by SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law [Cash Prizes Rs 32K]: Register by Sep 22

About SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law

Pravin Gandhi College of Law is a premier law institution under the aegis of Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal. It is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and offers a five-year integrated law program- B.A./L.L.B, Master in Law (L.L.M) and PG Diploma in Cyber Laws & IT. It is the first and only law college under the University of Mumbai to receive an A+ Grade with a score of 3.28 CGPA on a fourpoint scale by NAAC. In its endeavour of commitment to excellence, it seeks to provide an environment for interdisciplinary exchanges by the combined effects of the theoretical and the practical aspects of the law. It regularly conducts various value added courses to keep abreast with the industry requirements.

About Centre for Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Technology Laws (CRAIT)

CRAIT aims to recognize and adapt to the prodigious augmentation and evolution of Cyberspace & AI. CRAIT was founded with the intent to develop a community of students, lawyers, technology professionals, academicians, researchers, law making and enforcement agencies to collectively explore, question, analyze and ideate over dynamic and multifarious aspects of the digital realm. The Centre believes in promoting the indispensable rooting of digitization in the legal world by encouraging the intrigued minds to establish mastery over the intricacies of this evergrowing field of law.

About CREK

CREK is a trailblazer in legal technology and online dispute resolution (ODR), setting new global standards for how justice is delivered. As the exclusive technology backbone of odr.com, a subsidiary of the American Arbitration Association, CREK has set new benchmarks for how technology can make justice more accessible, transparent, and efficient. What truly distinguishes CREK is its rare ability to merge deep legal expertise with cutting-edge technology, crafting solutions that don’t just support dispute resolution, they transform it. From intelligent case management systems to seamless digital workflows, CREK designs platforms that empower institutions, professionals, and users alike. With its global footprint and unwavering commitment to innovation, CREK is leading the legal-tech revolution reshaping how the world approaches justice in the digital age.

About the Competition: Gavel to Gadget (G2G)

Gavel to Gadget is a first-of-its-kind competition designed to push the boundaries of how we can solve legal challenges with technology solutions and design smarter, faster and more accessible solutions. This is your chance to be at the forefront of that change. 

Eligibility

• ​Open to all Undergraduate or Postgraduate students from any recognized University.
• ​Each team should comprise of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members.
• ​A team is permitted to have members from more than one institution. (Cross teaming is allowed).
• ​ Ideally team members should come from different academic streams. (e.g., Law and Engineering, Law and Commerce, etc.)
• ​Multiple teams from one institution can register.

Location

Online: MS Teams

Important Dates

• 15th September: Registration commences
• 22th September: Last date to Register 
• 25th September: Last date of submission of Concept Note 
• 30th September: Release of results of 15 shortlisted teams 
• 04th October: Final  Presentation  by shortlisted teams 
• 06th October: Declaration of results and Valedictory 

Flow of Competition

• ​Register using the Google Form link provided
• ​Upload your Concept Note in the Google Form received after Registration
• ​Submit your idea on Idea Board located on ODR Lab.
• ​A Panel of Judges will shortlist the Top 15 Ideas.
• ​Top 15 teams will present their ideas at final round.
• ​Results will be declared on 6th October.

Registration Fees

Registration fees: Rs. 500 per team.

Awards

• Winner: Rs. 15,000
• 1st Runner up: Rs. 10,000 
• 2nd Runner up: Rs. 7,000 
• ALL PARTICIPANTS GET AN OPPORTUNITY TO FEATURE THEIR IDEA ON ODRLAB.COM 
• SHORTLISTED TEAMS MAY GET AN OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE  AT JUSTICETECH PITCH EVENT, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, USA  (ONLINE)

Registration Procedure

Click Here to Submit.

Step 1: Register and pay the registration fee by 20th September.

Step 2:  Registered participants will receive the link to upload their Concept Note/Legal Tech Solution Idea on their registered email as given in the registration form on 21st September.

Step 3:  The team’s primary contact must upload the Concept Note and submit the idea on ODRLAB.com (submission guidelines are detailed in the Rule Book).

Contact Information

Registration-related queries: 

• Ronit Shah – 8928611139 
• Saniya Mody – 7977784020 
• Aanchal Khanna – 9619874799 

Technical Assistance for ODR Lab: 

• Vanessa Rodrigues – 9763283600 
• Anjali Singh – 9324235260 
• Email: [email protected]