Law for Civil Services & Answer Writing Competition 2026 by NLU Odisha: Register by Jan 29

About the Organisation

National Law University Odisha (NLUO) was established in 2009 under the National Law University Orissa Act, 2008. Within a short span, NLUO has emerged as an institution committed to imparting socially relevant legal education through academic rigour, research, and holistic development. The University promotes intellectual growth, leadership, and professional excellence through a dynamic curriculum and a vibrant academic environment.

The Competitive Examinations Guidance Committee (CEGC) is a student-run committee of NLUO that aims to cultivate and strengthen a culture of competitive examinations within the University. The Committee provides structured guidance and academic support to students aspiring for various competitive examinations in India and abroad, with a special emphasis on law-related careers, including the Civil Services.

About the Event

The Law for Civil Services & Answer Writing Competition 2026 is an academic initiative comprising two segments:

1. An Online Interactive Session on “Law for Civil Services”, and

2. An Online Answer Writing Competition.

The interactive session is designed to provide participants with a structured understanding of the UPSC Law Optional, covering preparation strategy, syllabus orientation, and answer writing approach. The answer writing competition is conducted in a time-bound manner and aims to replicate the pattern and standards of the UPSC Law Optional Mains Examination, enabling participants to assess their preparation under exam-like conditions.

Eligibility

• Open to law students, law graduates, and civil services aspirants.
• Participation is open to NLUO and Non-NLUO candidates.

Theme

Law for Civil Services: Strategy, Structure, and Answer Writing for UPSC Law Optional

Submission Categories

Online Answer Writing Competition (UPSC Law Optional–based answers)

Prizes

• Top 3 Performers: Cash prizes along with Merit Certificates
• 2 Special Mention Awards: Merit Certificates
• All Participants (Answer Writing Competition): Certificate of Participation

Formatting Guidelines

• Answers must be written in accordance with the UPSC Law Optional examination pattern.
• Detailed instructions regarding word limits, structure, and presentation shall be communicated to registered participants prior to the competition.

Selection Guidelines

Submissions shall be evaluated on the basis of:

• Understanding and application of legal principles
• Analytical depth and clarity of reasoning
• Structure and coherence of answers
• Overall presentation and relevance

The evaluation criteria shall align with the standards followed in the UPSC Law Optional Mains Examination.

Submission Guidelines

• The question paper shall be shared with registered participants on the day of the competition.
• The test shall be conducted in a time-bound online format.
• Submission instructions, format, and deadlines shall be communicated to participants after the completion of registrations.

Registration and Submission Deadline (Important Dates)

• Online Interactive Session
  • Date: 30 January 2026
  • Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Mode: Online
• Online Answer Writing Competition
  • Date: 1 February 2026
  • Mode: Online

Last Date for Registration

29 January 2026 (Extended 28th January)

Registration Fees

• NLUO Students: Free
• Non-NLUO Participants: ₹119/-

Registration Process

Participants must complete the registration by filling out the official registration form (or scanning the QR code provided in the brochure). Registration is mandatory to participate in both the interactive session and the answer writing competition.

Payment of Registration Fee (ICICI Bank Collect)

Non-NLUO participants are required to pay the registration fee of ₹119/- through the ICICI Bank Eazypay (Collect) Facility.

Steps for Payment:

1. Visit https://eazypay.icicibank.com

2. Enter Institution Name as “National Law University” and click Go

3. Fill in the required details:

• Email ID
• Mobile Number
• Amount (₹119)
• Student Name
• Roll / Enrolment Number
• NLUO students: Enter Roll/Enrolment Number
• Non-NLUO participants: Enter 131
• Semester
• NLUO students: Enter Semester
• Non-NLUO participants: Enter 11
• Year
• Payment Date
• Purpose: Law for Civil Services & Answer Writing Competition 2026

4. Submit the form after entering the captcha and OTP

5. An auto-generated payment receipt will be issued upon successful payment

Participants are advised to retain the payment receipt for future reference.

Submission Procedure

Detailed instructions regarding the question paper, answer format, submission mode, and evaluation process shall be shared with all registered participants after the registration period concludes.

Contact Information

• Anoushka Bahadur, Convenor, Competitive Examinations Guidance Committee,  +91 62997 58270
• Shubham Kumar Sinha, Co-Convenor, Competitive Examinations Guidance Committee,  +91 76678 05767

The brochure is here.