The Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CCADR) at Chanakya National Law University, Patna, in collaboration with the Legal Aid Cell, is pleased to announce the 4th National Client Counselling Competition, 2026, to be organised under the aegis of Vidhikta 4.0 – the Annual Legal Aid Fest. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to fostering dialogue-driven advocacy, professional responsibility, and client-centred legal practice.
About Chanakya National Law University
Established on 15 July 2006 under the Chanakya National Law University Act, 2006, Chanakya National Law University is recognised under Sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956. The University combines academic excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure and strong practical training through moots, ADR competitions, legal aid initiatives, and specialised workshops, guided by eminent jurists and academicians, while fostering holistic student development and professional growth.
About CCADR
The Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CCADR), established in 2021 at CNLU, promotes academic research and cultivates a robust ADR culture. Its flagship initiatives include SAMVAAD, a newsletter analysing contemporary ADR developments, and ADRadio, a distinguished lecture series featuring leading dispute resolution experts. Through national competitions, workshops, and training programmes, CCADR enhances students’ practical and professional skills. Continuing its legacy of excellence, the Centre now presents the 4th National Client Counselling Competition under Vidhikta 4.0.
About Vidhikta 4.0
Conceptualised in 2019 by the Legal Aid Cell of Chanakya National Law University, Vidhikta has grown into one of India’s largest legal aid fests, with participation from over 50 institutions nationwide. The fourth edition seeks to strengthen discourse on access to justice through academic engagements and advocacy-based competitions, including the National Legal Aid Conference, National Client Counselling Competition, and National Bail Petition Drafting Competition, fostering skill development and professional excellence.
About the Competition
Building upon the success of its previous editions, the Fourth National Client Counselling Competition will be conducted in a hybrid format, comprising Virtual Preliminary Rounds followed by Offline Semi-Final and Final Rounds at the CNLU campus. The Competition serves as a vital platform for nurturing essential lawyering skills through simulated client interviews, enabling participants to demonstrate proficiency in counselling techniques, legal issue identification, ethical decision-making, strategic thinking, and effective time management, all of which are integral to professional legal practice.
Event Schedule:
- Final Registration Deadline: 22 March, 2026
- Virtual Preliminary Rounds: 29 March, 2026
- Offline Semi-Final & Final Rounds: 11–12 April, 2026
Awards:
- Winner: ₹15,000/- + Trophy + Internship Opportunity
- Runner-Up: ₹10,000/- + Trophy + Internship Opportunity
- Best Counsel Team (Preliminary Rounds): ₹5,000/- + Trophy
The Registration Fee for the Competition is ₹1,500 per participant for the Preliminary Rounds, with an additional ₹2,000 per participant payable by teams qualifying for the Advanced Rounds.
We cordially invite you to be a part of this endeavour of learning, persuasion, and principled advocacy, where every client interaction carries significance and each resolution reflects professional excellence.
Register now for an enriching and transformative experience: https://forms.gle/Do5GRDaPwekMFMht5
