ABOUT CIBS-NLUJ:
The Centre for Insolvency and Bankruptcy Studies [CIBS], National Law University, Jodhpur was established in August 2019 with the objective of pursuing and promoting innovative scholarship and research in insolvency and bankruptcy laws. CIBS has successfully conducted two editions of the CIBS-IBBI Intra College Essay Writing Competition and two editions of the CIBS-IBBI Online Certificate Course, of which the courses attracted over 650+ registrations. In 2023, CIBS launched Solventia – Journal of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws, the only academic journal in India dedicated exclusively to insolvency law, which has already received 300+ submissions across its first three issues. Additionally, the CIBS Blog launched in 2020, rebranded as The Restructuring Ledger in 2024, continues to publish cutting-edge scholarship.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
National Law University, Jodhpur, in collaboration with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI), is organising a 6-Day Online Certificate Course on “Contemporary Practice of Insolvency Law: Careers, Challenges and Code in Transition” from 3rd October – 8th October, 2025. Commemorating a decade of the IBC, the programme brings together policymakers, practitioners, regulators, and academicians to provide a 360-degree understanding of insolvency law, its evolving challenges, and career opportunities.
COURSE FORMAT
- Mode: Virtual via Google Meet
- Schedule: Weekend Sessions (5-6 Hours of Sessions on Saturday and Sunday each)
Weekday Sessions (2-4 Hours of Sessions every weekday)
- Total Number of Hours: ~25 hours
- Certifications: (1) Certificate of Participation, in ensuring attendance in 70% of all sessions; (2) Certificate of Merit, in securing a cumulative score of 75% or above in the two MCQ Examinations
- Assessments for Availing Internship Opportunities: (1) Two MCQ Examinations (2) An Essay Submission, of not more than 1500 words, on certain themes provided by CIBS at the commencement of the course
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exclusive Internship Opportunities: Top 10-20 performing participants will receive opportunities with Khaitan & Co, Wadia Ghandy & Co among other leading law firms, influential think tanks, respected academicians and practitioners.
- Expert Insights: Lectures by leading experts reflecting on 10 years of IBC.
- Career Workshops: Guidance on diverse career paths and emerging opportunities.
- Networking & Engagement: Direct interaction with professionals across practice, policy, and academia.
For updates on the speakers for this edition and internship opportunities, please click here.
INTENDED AUDIENCE & ELIGIBILITY
The course is designed for law students, recent graduates, young professionals, academicians, researchers, and budding lawyers with an interest in insolvency and bankruptcy law. It is especially relevant for those considering or building a thriving career in insolvency and bankruptcy law, and would want to benefit from the practical insights into the evolving insolvency framework.
Eligibility Criteria for Availing Internship Opportunities:
- Individuals currently enrolled in undergraduate law programmes or postgraduate law programmes (only LL.M. or Three-Year LL.B.) at any Indian or international university; or
- Individuals who have graduated from a law school with a LL.B. or LL.M. degree within the last one year (not before 2024) at any Indian or international university.
- Every participant must necessarily be aged between 18 and 26 years.
Please note that the eligibility criteria is only limited for availing internship opportunities, and does not extend to registration of the course.
COURSE FEES:
Academicians/Practitioners/Professionals: INR 3500/-
Early Bird Discount - INR 3000/-
Students (Undergraduate/Masters/Research Scholars): INR 3000/-
Early Bird Discount - INR 2500/-
NLUJ Students (currently pursuing LL.B. or LL.M. degree): INR 1500/-
- International Participants
Academicians/Practitioners/Professionals: USD 175
Early Bird Discount - USD 150
Students (Undergraduate/Masters/Research Scholars): USD 75
Early Bird Discount - USD 50
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Commencement of Registration: September 12, 2025
- Last Date for Early Bird Discount: September 20, 2025
- Last Date of Registration: October 02, 2025
- Course Commencement: October 03, 2025
- Course Conclusion: October 08, 2025
- Date of Declaration of Results & Allocation of Internship Opportunities: December 01, 2025
For any further information about the course, you may visit the website at https://www.solventia.co.in/nluj-ibbi-online-certificate-course. For any queries, please reach out at cibs.certcourse2025@nlujodhpur.ac.in.
