National Legal Hackathon by Manipal University: Register by Jan 25

About Organisation/University

MUJ boasts of best-in-class infrastructure, About the University Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) was launched in 2011 on an invitation from the Government of Rajasthan, as self-financed State University. MUJ has redefined academic excellence in the region, with the Manipal way of learning; one that inspires students of all Disciplines to learn and innovate through hands-on practical experience.

The multi-disciplinary university offers career-oriented courses at all levels, i.e., UG, PG, and Ph.D., and across diverse streams, including Law, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Humanities, Journalism and Mass Communication, Basic Sciences, Commerce, Computer Applications, Management, etc.

About the Consumer Protection Cell

The Consumer Protection Cell (CPC) of the School of Law, Manipal University Jaipur is a student-led academic body dedicated to promoting awareness, research, and advocacy in the field of consumer rights and protection laws.

The Cell actively engages in organising seminars, workshops, legal awareness drives, competitions, and policy discussions aimed at strengthening the understanding of consumer jurisprudence among students and the general public. Through its initiatives, the Cell seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical legal education and practical consumer justice mechanisms in India.

About TechIdeate

TechIdeate is the annual technical festival of Manipal University Jaipur, celebrating innovation, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. It brings together students from diverse disciplines to compete, innovate, and collaborate through a wide range of technical and creative events, workshops, and competitions.

TechIdeate showcases the spirit of innovation at MUJ by providing a platform for students to translate ideas into action, learn from industry experts, and explore emerging technologies. The festival encourages interdisciplinary participation and fosters a culture of problem-solving, teamwork, and practical experimentation.

As a flagship technical event of the university, TechIdeate supports initiatives that empower students to tackle real-world challenges with tech-enabled solutions. The National Legal Hackathon is being hosted under the aegis of TechIdeate to promote technological innovation in legal problem-solving, especially in the domain of consumer protection.

About the Opportunity

The National Legal Hackathon is a national-level academic and innovation-driven initiative hosted by the Consumer Protection Cell in collaboration with Faculty of Law, Manipal University Jaipur, under the aegis of TechIdeate, the University’s annual technical fest. The hackathon is conceived as an intensive, collaborative platform that
brings together students from law, technology, management, and allied disciplines to address pressing challenges in the domain of consumer protection.

The event is designed to encourage participants to engage deeply with contemporary consumer law issues under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, including e-commerce disputes, misleading advertisements, product liability, grievance redressal mechanisms, financial consumer protection, and access to justice for vulnerable groups. Through structured problem-solving and guided mentorship, participants are expected to develop practical, research-backed, and implementable solutions.

Unlike conventional competitions, the National Legal Hackathon emphasizes legal reasoning, analytical rigor, and real-world applicability. Teams will work on identified consumer protection challenges to produce outputs such as legal frameworks, policy recommendations, draft guidelines, standard operating procedures, awareness tools, or technology-enabled solutions. The hackathon aims to bridge the gap between legal theory and practice by encouraging innovation rooted in statutory interpretation, case law analysis, and policy evaluation.

By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and engagement with experts from academia and practice, the hackathon seeks to enhance legal research skills, promote consumer awareness, and contribute meaningfully to the evolving consumer protection ecosystem in India. The event also serves as a platform for mentoring, networking, and professional development for aspiring legal and policy professionals.

Theme

Consumer Protection, LegalTechnology & Policy Innovation

Eligibility

1. The National Legal Hackathon is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from recognised universities and institutions in India.
2. Students from law, engineering, management, technology, design, social sciences, and allied disciplines are eligible to participate. Interdisciplinary participation is strongly encouraged.

Team Participation

• Participation shall be strictly team-based.
• Each team shall consist of three (3) members.
• Each team must include at least one member with a law or legal studies background.
• Cross-disciplinary and cross-institutional teams are permitted.

Registration Mode

1. Registration shall be conducted online through the official registration link provided by the Organising Committee.
2. Teams are required to complete the registration form with accurate and complete details.

Registration Fee

The registration fee shall be ₹2,500 per team.

The registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Prizes

1. Winner – Awarded to the team securing the highest overall score in the hackathon.
2. Runner-Up – Awarded to the team securing the second-highest overal score.
3. Best Innovative Solution – Awarded to the team presenting the most creative and original approach to addressing a consumer protection challenge.
4. Best Practical Implementation – Awarded to the team demonstrating the most feasible and impactful implementation strategy.
5. Special Mention(s) – Awarded at the discretion of the Jury to recognise noteworthy ideas or exceptional efforts.

Certificates

• Certificates of Participation shall be awarded to all registered participants who successfully complete the hackathon.
• Certificates of Merit shall be awarded to the winning and specially recognised teams.
• Certificates of Appreciation shall be presented to Judges, Mentors, and Faculty Coordinators.

Important Note

• The Jury reserves the right to withhold or modify any award if the minimum evaluation standards are not met.
• All awards and certificates shall be conferred during the Valedictory Session.

Important Dates

Registration Process

The participants can register for the event through the event brochure.

Important Links

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Contact Info

For any further details or queries, please refer to the following email id- [email protected]

Official Email ID: [email protected]