About the Opportunity
Asian Law College (ALC), Noida, through its Pro Bono Club established under the aegis of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, is organizing the National Drafting Championship 2026 (Virtual). The championship is a prestigious national-level academic competition aimed at enhancing legal drafting, analytical thinking, structured writing, research aptitude, and problem-solving skills among students across India.
The competition provides participants with an opportunity to engage with contemporary legal, governance, policy, and societal issues through practical drafting exercises and academic writing. It seeks to promote intellectual engagement, critical inquiry, and innovative thinking among students from diverse educational backgrounds.
About Asian Law College (ALC)
Asian Law College (ALC), Noida, is one of India's leading institutions for legal education. Affiliated with Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), and accredited by NAAC, the college offers B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., and LL.B. programmes.
The institution is known for its emphasis on practical legal education through moot courts, legal aid clinics, drafting workshops, research initiatives, and international collaborations. ALC also provides additional diplomas and certifications in specialized areas such as Cyber Law, Intellectual Property Rights, Media & Entertainment Laws, Fashion Law, and Legal Communication.
Competition Categories
Participants can register in the following segments:
1. Contract Drafting
Participants will assume the role of legal counsel and draft professionally structured, commercially viable, and legally enforceable agreements based on the given proposition. The focus will be on clarity, precision, and effective risk allocation.
2. Treaty Drafting
This segment requires participants to draft a bilateral treaty addressing complex international legal issues while incorporating rights, obligations, dispute resolution mechanisms, and principles of public international law.
3. Legislative Drafting
Participants will formulate statutory provisions to regulate a given issue, emphasizing legislative intent, clarity of language, consistency, and statutory interpretation.
4. Policy Drafting
Participants will prepare a comprehensive policy framework addressing contemporary governance and regulatory challenges, incorporating implementation mechanisms, accountability standards, and public impact considerations.
5. Essay Writing
This segment invites participants to express their views on contemporary issues through well-structured, creative, and analytical essays. It focuses on originality, critical thinking, and effective expression.
Eligibility
Contract Drafting, Treaty Drafting, Legislative Drafting, and Policy Drafting
- Open to students currently enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at recognized colleges and universities in India.
Essay Writing
- Open exclusively to students studying in Class XI and XII.
Team Composition
- Participation may be individual or in teams of up to two members.
- Cross-institutional teams are permitted.
- There is no restriction on the number of participants from a single institution.
- Participants may register for a maximum of two competition segments.
Important Rules
- All submissions must be in English.
- Submissions must be original and prepared exclusively by registered participants.
- Plagiarism exceeding 10% may lead to penalties or disqualification.
- AI-generated substantive content beyond 10% is strictly prohibited and may result in disqualification.
- Registration implies acceptance of all competition rules.
- The decision of judges and the organizing committee shall be final and binding.
- Copyright of submissions shall vest with Asian Law College, subject to due credit to authors.
Formatting Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Font | Times New Roman |
| Font Size | 12 pt (Body), 10 pt (Footnotes) |
| Line Spacing | 1.5 |
| Citation Style | Bluebook 20th Edition |
| Margins | 1 Inch on All Sides |
| File Format | |
| Anonymity | Only Team Code should appear on the submission |
Registration Fees
Contract, Treaty, Legislative & Policy Drafting
Individual Registration: ₹500
Team Registration (Two Participants): ₹700
Essay Writing
Individual Registration: ₹300
Team Registration (Two Participants): ₹500
Awards and Recognition
Winner of Each Segment
- Cash Prize of ₹5,000
- Winner's Trophy
- Certificate of Merit
Runner-Up
- Certificate of Runner-Up
All Participants
- E-Certificate of Participation
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Registration Opens | 15 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission | 15 July 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 20 July 2026 |
How to Register
- Fill out the registration form.
- Select the competition segment(s) (maximum two).
- Complete participant details.
- Upload payment receipt with transaction ID.
- Upload a valid student ID card.
- Submit the registration form.
- Receive your Team Code through email within two days.
- Submit your final draft through the submission form shared by the organizers.
Brochure
Participants are advised to carefully read the official brochure before registering to understand the competition rules, formatting requirements, eligibility criteria, and submission guidelines.
Official Brochure: Click here to Download
Important Links
Registration Form
- https://forms.gle/oqmQJjZ5txLkNhb8A
Contract Drafting Proposition
- https://tinyurl.com/5n99fpsn
Treaty Drafting Proposition
- https://tinyurl.com/yjy7c9a5
Policy Drafting Proposition
- https://tinyurl.com/4r5j3bjw
Legislative Drafting Proposition
- https://tinyurl.com/mrxr4ah9
Essay Writing Proposition
- https://tinyurl.com/39y25z48
Payment Link
- https://admissions.alc.edu.in/portal/other-payment.php
Contact Information
For any queries regarding registration, eligibility, payment, or submissions, participants may contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 87503 53576
Phone: +91 88405 71004