VOX JUVENTA 1.0 Inter-College Debate Championship, 2026 by Sureswar Dutta Law College: Register by Nov 15

About Sureswar Dutta Law College
Sureswar Dutta Law College (SDLC) was established in Howrah, West Bengal as the first Law College in the district, in 2014, in memory of philanthropist, educationist, eminent lawyer and social activist Late Sureswar Dutta. Sureswar Dutta Law College (SDLC) aspires to attain a height of excellence, both in academic and professional arena, to get acclaimed as a premier institute to deliver education in the field of law.
The College SDLC, is recognized by the Department of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal; affiliated to the University of Calcutta; approved by the Bar Council of India for 5-year B.A.LL.B. Course. Sureswar Dutta Law College (SDLC) is run by Sureswar Dutta Law College Trust.

About the Opportunity- Vox – Juventa 1.0 Inter-College Debate Championship, 2026
“Where ideas challenge conventions and voices shape the future”
Vox – Juventa 1.0 Inter-College Debate Championship, 2026, aims to cultivate articulate, critical and socially conscious individuals capable of engaging in informed, evidence-based discourse on pressing socio-legal, constitutional and global issues. Through reasoned argumentation and constructive engagement with diverse perspectives, the championship seeks to strengthen participants’ analytical reasoning, legal advocacy, persuasive communication and public speaking skills.
Through debates on contemporary challenges encompassing technological regulation, bioethics, environmental justice and human rights, it aspires to bridge academic inquiry with real-world concerns and promote thoughtful, solution-oriented dialogue. Ultimately, the championship seeks to foster intellectual courage, respect for opposing viewpoints and a commitment to democratic values and responsible citizenship.
Eligibility
- The Competition shall be open to students currently enrolled in full-time undergraduate (UG) degree programmes, including LL.B., B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Tech., and other equivalent undergraduate courses.
- Eligible participants must be pursuing their studies at a University Grants Commission (UGC)-recognised university, an affiliated college, an autonomous institution, or a National Law University (NLU) situated within the State of West Bengal.
- Participants must hold valid student identification or an authorised bonafide certificate issued by their respective institution as proof of their current enrolment and shall be required to produce the same at the time of registration, if requested by the organisers.
Team Composition
- The Competition shall be conducted as a one-day event comprising of a single competitive round.
- Each participating team in the Competition will consist of 3 member speakers.
- Participation in the Debate Competition shall be limited to the first Sixteen (16) teams to complete their registration. The teams will be selected on a first come-first serve basis.
- The Competition shall comprise eight (8) debating session with a total of 16 participating teams.
Registration Fee
- The registration fee is INR 1,000 per team.
- On or before 15th November, 2026 till 11:59 P.M.
Payment may be made through UPI using the details stated in the official brochure.

Prizes, Trophies & Certificates
| WINNERS | Cash Prize – 6000/- | Trophies & Certificates |
| RUNNERS UP | Cash Prize – 4000/- | Trophies & Certificates |
| BEST DEBATER | Trophies & Certificates – Best Debater From Every Session |
Important Dates
| EVENTS / ACTIVITIES | PROPOSED DATE |
| Release of Official Debate Competition Brochure | 2nd Nov, 2026 |
| Release of Official Rulebook | 2nd Nov, 2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration | 2nd Nov, 2026 |
| Final Registration Deadline and Submission of Required Documents | 15th Nov, 2026 |
| Verification of Registrations, Publication of Confirmed Team List and Creation of the Official Whatsapp Group | 16th Nov, 2026 |
| Official Release of Debate Topics | 17th Nov, 2026 |
| Publication of Event Schedule, Session Allocation | 17th Nov, 2026 |
| Physical Registration, Bonafide Certificate, Evaluation, Score Consolidation and Declaration of Results: Winner, Runner-up and 8 Best Debaters | 18th Nov, 2026 |
| Prize Distribution, Certificate Issuance and Official Publication of Final Results | 18th Nov, 2026 |
Registration Process
Interested teams must complete the online registration process through the registration link on or before 15th November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Click Here To Register
Contact Details
Faculty Co-ordinator, Sureswar Dutta Law College
- Assistant Professor Piyali Mukherjee | Phone No. : +91-9051394540
- Assistant Professor Suphal Banerjee | Phone No. : +91-9471156333
Debate Committee Email ID : [email protected]
Student Co-ordinators, Sureswar Dutta Law College
- ANTARA SARKAR : +91 7980393299
- MEGHA MONDAL : +91 9831134442
The brochure is here.



