18th Late Adv. D. T. Jaibhave Memorial National Moot-Trial & Judgment Writing Competition 2025–26
18th Late Advocate D. T. Jaibhave Memorial National Moot-Trial & Judgment Writing Competition, 2026
Dates: 14–15 February 2026
Venue: N. B. Thakur Law College, Nashik, Maharashtra
Organisers:
Gokhale Education Society’s N. B. Thakur Law College, Nashik
in association with
Adv. D. T. Jaibhave Pratishthan, Nashik
About the Organisers
Gokhale Education Society (GES) runs over 140 institutions across Maharashtra and is a pioneer in professional education, including law and management. N. B. Thakur Law College is one of its flagship law institutions and is known for its strong focus on trial court practice and professional training.
This competition is held in memory of Late Advocate D. T. Jaibhave, a respected trial court lawyer of Nashik, and other distinguished members of the local Bar who contributed significantly to trial advocacy.
About the Competition
The National Moot-Trial and Judgment Writing Competition has been conducted annually since 2006 and the 2026 edition marks its 18th year.
Unlike conventional moot courts, this competition simulates real trial court practice, where participants perform as:
Advocates
Trial Judges
And conduct examination of witnesses
The objective is to expose students to actual courtroom procedures, drafting, evidence, and judicial reasoning.
Eligibility
Only students from Bar Council of India recognised law colleges may participate
Students must be enrolled in a 3-Year or 5-Year LL.B. programme
Only one team per college is allowed
Participation is limited to the first 40 teams
Team Composition
Each team must consist of three students:
Two Moot Advocates (for Plaintiff/Prosecution and Defendant/Accused)
One Moot Judge (who will write the judgment)
Two witnesses will be provided by the host college.
Structure of the Competition
Rounds
Preliminary Round – 14 February 2026
Final Round – 15 February 2026
Semi-Finals may be conducted if required
Problem Allocation
Preliminary Round: Teams choose Problem 1 or Problem 2
Final Round: Problem 3
Judgment Writing: Based on the problem chosen for the preliminary round
Dress Code
Advocates: White dress, black coat and advocate’s band
Moot Judge: White dress, black coat, gown and band
Language
Trials and judgments may be conducted in:
English / Marathi / Hindi (to be informed in advance)
Oral Rounds Format
Each team gets 40 minutes total:
30 minutes for trial (including examination of two witnesses)
10 minutes for arguments
Exceeding time without permission will attract negative marking.
Memorial Requirements
Each team must submit:
One memorial for the Preliminary Round
One memorial for the Final Round
Format:
A4 size
Arial, Font size 12
Must include:
In civil matters: Plaint and Written Statement
In criminal matters: FIR and Charge Sheet
Last date for submission: 10 February 2026
Scoring (Trial)
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Memorials | 20 |
| Witness Examination | 40 |
| Arguments | 20 |
| Court Manner & Answers | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Judgment Writing Competition
Only the Moot Judge will be evaluated.
Time: 30 minutes
Language: English / Marathi / Hindi
Marking Scheme (50 Marks)
| Criterion | Marks |
|---|---|
| Format | 5 |
| Issues for Determination | 10 |
| Evidence & Law Appreciation | 30 |
| Final Order | 5 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for Registration | 15 January 2026 |
| Memorial Submission (Hard Copy) | 05 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Round | 14 February 2026 |
| Judgment Writing | 14 February 2026 |
| Final Round | 15 February 2026 |
| Prize Distribution | 15 February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 14 February 2026, 8:00 AM |
Accommodation details will be communicated later.
Registration Fee
Without accommodation: ₹2,000 per team
With accommodation (AC, shared, breakfast included): ₹5,000 per team
Prizes
Major awards include:
Winner Team – ₹11,000 + Trophy + Law Books
Runner-Up Team – ₹7,500 + Trophy + Law Books
Best Judgment – ₹7,500
Best Advocate – ₹7,500
Best Lady Advocate – ₹7,000
Best Cross-Examination – ₹7,500
Best Examination of Witness – ₹5,000
Best Memorial (Runner-up) – ₹2,000
Multiple individual special awards are also announced.
All participants receive certificates.
Moot Problems
Problem 1 (Criminal Trial)
An assault occurred in 2024. FIR was delayed, investigation completed, and charge-sheet filed. Teams must draft FIR and Charge-Sheet and conduct a criminal trial.
Problem 2 (Civil Trial)
A dispute over property between siblings involving possession, sale deeds, and adverse possession. Teams must draft a civil suit, written statement, and conduct trial.
Problem 3 (Final Round – NI Act)
A cheque dishonour dispute involving a partnership firm, loan, and Section 138 NI Act prosecution. Teams must develop facts and conduct full trial.
Contact & Submission
Email (for queries & memorials):
nbtmoot18@gmail.com
Payment Screenshot:
nbtpayunit@gmail.com
WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/HV0tog2aCjB2tGClf5RyYw
College Address
The Principal
N. B. Thakur Law College
Prin. T. A. Kulkarni Vidyanagar
College Road, Nashik – 422005
Bank Details
Account No: 20135700272
Bank: Bank of Maharashtra
IFSC: MAHB0000214
Branch: Nashik
Disclaimer
All facts in the moot problems are fictional. Any resemblance to real persons or events is purely coincidental.
