MNLU Debate Championship 2025 [Cash Prizes Rs 1L]: Register by Sep 5

About MNLU Mumbai

Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai, established under the Maharashtra National Law University Act 2014 on 20th March 2014, is one of the premier National Law Universities in India. The Act envisaged to establish a National Law University in Maharashtra to impart advanced legal education and promote society-oriented research in legal studies for the advancement of societal life of the people in the country.

About Literary and Debating Society

The Literary and Debating Society (LDS), is a dynamic community of students which lies at the heart of MNLU’s intellectual landscape. Through engaging book clubs and spirited debates, LDS ignites a passion for literature and critical thinking among students. Committed to inclusivity, the Society fosters an environment where diverse voices are celebrated and respected.

About the Opportunity

The Literary and Debating Society (LDS) at MNLU Mumbai is thrilled to announce that Early Bird Registrations are now open for the inaugural edition of the MNLU Debate Championship 2025, to be held from 19th to 21st September 2025 at our campus in Powai, Mumbai.

This marks MNLU Mumbai’s debut in the national debating circuit with an offline British Parliamentary tournament designed to deliver high-quality motions, exceptional adjudication, and an unforgettable debating experience amidst the vibrant backdrop of the Mumbai monsoon.

The tournament details for the Championship are as follows:

Dates: 19th – 21st September 2025
Venue: MNLU Mumbai Campus, Powai
Format: British Parliamentary
Breaks: Open and Novice
Eligibility: Institutional and cross teams welcome | IAs and SAs allowed
Adjudicator Policy (Institutional Teams): N = N – 1

What’s at Stake: A Massive Cash Prize Pool of ₹1,00,000

Here’s the full breakdown:

• Winner (Open) – ₹30,000
• Winner (Novice) – ₹15,000
• Open Finalists (3 teams) – ₹8,000 each
• Novice Finalists (3 teams) – ₹1,000 each
• Best Speaker (Prelims) – ₹7,000
• 2nd Best Speaker (Prelims) – ₹3,000
• Best Adjudicator – ₹5,000
• 2nd Best Adjudicator – ₹3,000
• Semi-Finalists (4 teams) – ₹2,500 each

What to Expect:

• British Parliamentary Format (Offline)
• Open and Novice Breaks
• Exceptional Adjudication Core (to be announced soon)
• Socials, city exploration, and MNLU Mumbai hospitality
• A smooth, participant-focused tournament experience

Registration Fees

Early Bird Registration details are as follows:

Early Bird Registration Fees (till 5th September 2025)
₹3,000 per person (without accommodation)
₹4,000 per person (with accommodation)

(Discounts and waivers available for bulk institutional registrations)

Registration Procedure

Click Here to Register.

Contact Info

For queries or coordination, please feel free to reach out to:

Siddhi Indoria: +91 77278 36287
Divyansh Verma: +91 89011 80278
Email: [email protected]

The brochure is here.