Smt. Nirmala Devi Bam Memorial International Moot Court Competition by Indore Institute of Law: Register by Apr 15

About Indore Institute of Law

Established in 2003, the Indore Institute of Law (IIL) is a premier private law college in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, affiliated with DAVV and approved by the BCI. Known for its strong moot court culture and practical legal training, it offers integrated BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB, and LLM programs aimed at shaping future legal professionals.

About the Competition

The Indore Institute of Law proudly announces the 8th edition of the Smt. Nirmala Devi Bam Memorial International Moot Court Competition, scheduled to be held from 15th to 17th May 2026 at its NAAC A+ accredited campus in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. This flagship event commemorates the legacy of Smt. Nirmala Devi Bam, whose vision continues to inspire academic excellence and legal scholarship.

The competition is designed to foster advocacy skills, legal research, and courtroom excellence among law students. It provides a platform for aspiring legal professionals to engage with contemporary issues through rigorous research, persuasive arguments, and simulated courtroom proceedings before distinguished judges, academicians, and practitioners.

Over the years, the event has attracted participation from leading law schools and universities across India and abroad, making it one of the most prestigious moot court competitions in the country.

Theme: Sustainable Development at the Crossroads: Harmonising Economic Growth & Environmental Protection through Environmental Governance

This year’s theme explores the delicate balance between economic development and environmental sustainability. Participants will critically analyze issues relating to:

• Environmental governance and regulatory frameworks
• Sustainable economic development
• Climate change and environmental justice
• Corporate responsibility and environmental compliance
• International environmental law and policy

Objectives

The competition aims to:

• Develop advocacy and litigation skills among law students
• Promote research and analysis on contemporary environmental law issues
• Encourage critical thinking and legal reasoning
• Provide exposure to courtroom procedures and professional ethics
• Foster academic collaboration among law institutions

Important Details

Dates of Competition: 15th, 16th & 17th May 2026
Mode: Offline / Physical Presence
Venue: Indore Institute of Law, Opposite IIM Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Registration Fee

• Early Bird (till 15th April): ₹3300/-
• Regular (till 30th April): ₹4500/-
• Last Date of Registration: 30th April 2026

Submission Details

All memorials and submissions must be sent to: [email protected] 

Contact for Queries

Registration coordinators:

• Shashi Bhushan Chaturvedi: 9753653428
• Aditya Kumar Singh: 9343754329
• Priyavardhan Singh: 9589160218

The brochure is here.