National Client Counselling Competition 2026 at MABIJS [Cash Prizes Rs 20K]: Register by Dec 5
The Mohammad Abdul Bari Institute of Juridical Science (MABIJS), through its Moot Court Society, is organising the National Client Counselling Competition, 2026 under VERITAS – MABIJS Law Fest 2026. The competition will be conducted entirely online on 28 and 29 December 2026. The central theme of the competition is “Maintenance”.
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About The Mohammad Abdul Bari Institute of Juridical Science
The Mohammad Abdul Bari Institute of Juridical Science (MABIJS) is a private law college located at Maniknagar, Domkal, Murshidabad, West Bengal. Established in 2008 by the Maniknagar Social Welfare Society, the institute is affiliated with the University of Kalyani, approved by the Bar Council of India and recognised by the State Government.
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MABIJS offers a five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme and aims to provide quality legal education by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. The institute also promotes cultural, legal and ethical values and seeks to nurture legal professionals capable of building successful careers in India and abroad.
The MABIJS Moot Court Society is a student-faculty body dedicated to developing advocacy, legal research, drafting and professional ethics through moot courts, competitions, workshops and academic activities.
About the Competition
The National Client Counselling Competition 2026 aims to provide law students with practical exposure to professional lawyer-client consultations. The competition will simulate a client counselling environment in which participants will be required to understand the client’s concerns, identify legal issues and suggest appropriate solutions.
Each team will receive a short outline describing the general nature of the matter. Detailed client facts and confidential role instructions will be provided to the person appointed by the Organising Committee to play the client.
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Each round will ordinarily consist of a client interview of up to 25 minutes, followed by a 10-minute post-interview conference without the client. During the conference, participants will be expected to identify legal issues, determine further work and develop a practical strategy for the client.
The competition will be conducted entirely online on 28 and 29 December 2026.
Theme of the Competition
The central theme of the competition is “Maintenance”. The case problem may also involve related legal and practical issues, as specified in the problem materials.
Eligibility
- Students enrolled in a three-year LL.B. or five-year integrated LL.B. programme at a law college, school or university recognised by the Bar Council of India are eligible to participate.
- Each team must consist of two eligible law students from the same institution.
- Both team members will act as counsel during the client interview and post-interview conference.
- An institution may register more than one team, subject to the capacity of the competition and confirmation by the Organising Committee.
- Each team must complete a separate registration.
- Team members cannot be substituted after registration without prior written approval from the Organising Committee, except in exceptional circumstances.
Competition Format
The competition will include the following rounds:
- Preliminary Round
- Quarter-Final Round
- Semi-Final Round
- Final Round
The Organising Committee will announce the draw, the number of teams advancing and the order of appearance before the relevant rounds. The format may be adjusted depending on the number of registered teams.
All rounds will be conducted online on 28 and 29 December 2026.
Assessment Criteria
Each judge will independently evaluate the teams based on a 100-point assessment rubric. The following criteria will be considered:
| Assessment Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Rapport and Professional Approach | 10 |
| Active Listening, Questioning and Fact Gathering | 15 |
| Understanding the Client’s Goals, Needs and Expectations | 10 |
| Issue Identification and Legal Analysis | 15 |
| Practical Options and Clear, Appropriate Advice | 15 |
| Supporting the Client’s Informed Choice | 10 |
| Empathy, Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 10 |
| Teamwork and Coordination | 5 |
| Clear Conclusion and Next Steps | 5 |
| Post-Interview Analysis and Planning | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
Scores awarded by all judges will be aggregated to determine the team rankings. Teams will be ranked in descending order of their scores.
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In case of a tie for an advancement position, the team with the higher combined score in legal analysis and advice will be ranked first. If the tie continues, the score for client-centred options and informed choice will be considered. If the tie remains unresolved, the judges will decide by majority vote.
Registration Fee
The registration fee for the competition is Rs. 1,000 per team.
UPI ID: purkait.rahulp@oksbi
Teams are advised to retain proof of payment and provide it to the Organising Committee if required.
Prizes
The competition will offer the following prizes:
| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| Champions | Rs. 10,000 and Certificates |
| Runners-Up | Rs. 5,000 and Certificates |
| Third Position | Rs. 3,000 and Certificates |
| Best Counsel | Rs. 2,000 and Certificate |
| Best Client | Rs. 1,000 and Certificate |
| All Participants | E-Certificates |
The Best Counsel award will be selected by the judges based on the participant’s performance during the client interview and counselling process.
The Best Client award will be given to the client-role player selected by the judges based on consistency with the assigned role and realistic, responsive interaction.
Important Dates
| Particulars | Dates |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Registration | 5 December 2026 |
| Team Codes and Problem Outline Shared | 10 December 2026 |
| National Client Counselling Competition | 28 and 29 December 2026 |
Online Participation Guidelines
Participants are required to follow the online participation guidelines prescribed by the Organising Committee:
- Participants must join the session using the official link and team code at the specified reporting time.
- Both team members must remain visible and audible throughout the interview and post-interview conference, unless otherwise directed by the organisers or judges.
- Participants should check their cameras, microphones and internet connections before joining the session.
- In case of a technical interruption, the team must immediately inform the host.
- Participants must wear neat formal attire suitable for a professional legal consultation. Gowns and bands are not required.
- Teams must maintain confidentiality regarding case materials, client instructions, team codes and meeting links.
- Participants must not receive coaching, prompts or messages from anyone outside their team during a live round.
Registration Process
Interested teams are required to complete the online registration process through the official registration form.
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The last date for submitting the completed registration form is 5 December 2026.
Registration will be considered complete only after the registration form and fee have been received and acknowledged by the Organising Committee.
Team codes and the problem outline will be shared with registered teams on 10 December 2026.
Registration Fee: Rs. 1,000 per team
UPI ID: purkait.rahulp@oksbi
Contact Details
For queries regarding the competition, participants may contact the following coordinators:
Faculty Coordinator:
- Mr. Rahul Purkait: +91-7001440422
Student Coordinators:
- Mujahidul Islam: +91-9832236005
- Saifuddin Sk: +91-8343962636
- Tohidul Islam: +91-9083521624
Email: [email protected]
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