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VIII GD Goenka - CIArb (India) International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition 2026: Registrations Open

The School of Law, GD Goenka University, in partnership with The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) - India, The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF), and The International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) - Singapore, invites law students from across the globe to participate in the VIII GD Goenka - CIArb (India) International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition 2026.

The competition will be held offline from 25th to 27th September 2026 at the GD Goenka University campus in Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana. With a total prize pool exceeding INR 6,00,000, the moot promises to be a premier platform for aspiring arbitration advocates.

About the Competition

Now in its eighth edition, this flagship event of the GD Goenka School of Law continues its legacy of fostering excellence in advocacy and arbitration practice. The competition is designed to simulate authentic arbitral proceedings, providing participants with the opportunity to argue before seasoned arbitrators and practitioners. This year's edition places a special focus on the evolving and increasingly crucial domain of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in international commercial arbitration. By placing this critical theme at the heart of the competition, the organisers aim to equip students with the legal acumen and practical insights necessary to navigate the intersection of commercial interests and contemporary global sustainability practices.

About GD Goenka University & School of Law

GD Goenka University, established in 2013, is a modern, multidisciplinary institution located in the GD Goenka Education City on the Sohna-Gurugram corridor. Recognised by the University Grants Commission and approved by relevant professional bodies, the University has been awarded an A+ grade by NAAC.

The School of Law at GD Goenka University combines an advanced academic curriculum with experiential legal training, offering undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes covering a broad spectrum of legal fields including international commercial arbitration and investment arbitration. The School of Law was ranked as the "No. 1 Promising Law School in India" by the Competition Success Review (CSR) Law Schools Survey in 2025.

Supporting Organisations

• The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) - India: A globally recognised centre of excellence dedicated to the practice and profession of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), with over 17,000 professionals across 149 countries.
• The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF): The collective body of India's leading corporate law firms, with over 100 member firms, working to advance the interests of the legal community.
• The International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) - Singapore: The international division of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), widely recognised as a leading provider of efficient cross-border dispute resolution services.

Eligibility

Undergraduate or postgraduate students of law from any recognised institution are eligible to participate. Only one team will be allowed to participate from a single institution.

How to Register

Teams can register through the official registration link: https://forms.gle/bGVpSrgcs53Kjomq5

Payment Link: https://pay.jodo.in/pages/HJFaa7ebgARvcrdj