The Faculty of Law at Manipal University Jaipur organized the 12th Manipal Ranka International Moot Court Competition on October 25 and 26, 2026. This event brought together 16 teams, totaling 48 participants, from reputed national and international law universities to compete in legal research, argumentation, and courtroom advocacy.
- 16 teams participated from national and international law universities.
- Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala won the competition.
- Best Speaker, Researcher, and Memorial awards were presented with cash prizes.
- Event featured prominent judges and legal dignitaries.
- Manipal University Jaipur is a NAAC A+ accredited institution with a QS 5 Star rating.
What was the significance of the 12th Manipal Ranka International Moot Court Competition?
The competition served as a platform for aspiring legal professionals to enhance their skills in legal research, reasoned argument, and courtroom advocacy. It allowed students to engage deeply with complex legal questions and develop effective advocacy techniques under the guidance of experienced judges and legal experts.
Who were the key guests and judges at the event?
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Maheshwari, Chairperson of the Law Commission of India and Former Supreme Court Judge, as the Chief Guest. Hon'ble Mr. Justice Narendra Kumar Jain, Former Judge of Rajasthan High Court, was the Guest of Honour. Hon'ble Mr. Justice J. K. Ranka, Former Judge of Rajasthan High Court, also attended as a special guest.
The valedictory ceremony featured Hon'ble Mr. Justice Narendra Kumar Jain, Former Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court, as Chief Guest, and Hon'ble Mr. Justice J. P. Gupta, Former Judge of Madhya Pradesh High Court, as Guest of Honour. The final round judges included Hon'ble Mr. Justice J. P. Gupta, Dr. Kamal Dutta, Prof. (Dr.) Anuradha Saibaba, Prof. (Dr.) Jasmeet Gulati, and Dr. Srinivas Burra.
Which teams and individuals won awards at the competition?
The final round was contested between Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala, and Symbiosis Law School, Noida. RGNUL Patiala won the title and received a cash prize of Rs 51,000. The runner-up team from Symbiosis Law School received Rs 25,000.
Individual awards included:
- Best Speaker: Apoorva Sharma (RGNUL Patiala)
- Best Researcher: Mannat Matya (Army Institute of Law)
- Best Memorial: Tamil Nadu National Law University team
Each individual award carried a cash prize of Rs 10,000.
What is Manipal University Jaipur known for?
Established in 2011, Manipal University Jaipur is a NAAC A+ accredited institution and part of the Manipal Education and Medical Group. It holds a QS 5 Star overall rating and is located on a 122-acre campus in Rajasthan. The university offers diverse programs in engineering, computer science, management, law, architecture, humanities, and sciences.
Manipal University Jaipur emphasizes academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration. It encourages students and faculty to engage with emerging technologies and address societal challenges. The university also focuses on strengthening national and international academic partnerships and research to prepare graduates for a rapidly evolving global environment.
