IGNATIUS TRIAL & ADVOCACY COMPETITION 2026 (IGNITAC’26) | 4–6 November 2026 | Kolkata

Indian Lawyers Association (ILA) Partners with Xavier Society of Law and Justice for IGNITAC’26

The Indian Lawyers Association (ILA) is pleased to be associated with the Third Edition of the Ignatius Trial & Advocacy Competition (IGNITAC’26), organized by the Xavier Society of Law and Justice (XSLAJ) under the aegis of Xavier Law School, St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata.

Scheduled from 4 to 6 November 2026, the competition aims to provide aspiring legal professionals with practical courtroom experience, strengthen advocacy skills, and bridge the gap between theoretical legal education and real-world litigation.

About IGNITAC’26

IGNITAC’26 is a national-level trial advocacy competition designed to offer law students an opportunity to experience the challenges of criminal trial proceedings.

Participants will engage in legal research, case preparation, witness examination, cross-examination, and courtroom advocacy before distinguished adjudicators.

The competition focuses on developing essential legal skills, including critical thinking, evidence analysis, courtroom strategy, and persuasive advocacy.

Event Details

• Event: Ignatius Trial & Advocacy Competition 2026 (IGNITAC’26)

• Dates: 4–6 November 2026

• Venue: St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata

• Mode: Offline

• Organizer: Xavier Society of Law and Justice (XSLAJ)

• Registration Fee: ₹5,400 per team

• Total Cash Prizes: ₹2,50,000

Prizes and Opportunities

Participants will have the opportunity to compete for prestigious awards, including:

• Best Team: ₹1,00,000

• Runner-Up Team: ₹50,000

• Best Memorial: ₹30,000

• Best Speaker: ₹30,000

• Best Researcher: ₹20,000

• Best Witness: ₹20,000

In addition to cash prizes, eligible participants may receive internship opportunities with leading law firms, professional mentorship, certification courses, publication opportunities, and other academic and career-development benefits, subject to the competition's applicable criteria.

Eligibility and Team Composition

The competition is open to students pursuing three-year or five-year LL.B. programmes, other eligible integrated law programmes, and LL.M. courses.

Each team must consist of three members: two speakers and one researcher.

Cross-institutional and independent teams are also permitted, subject to the competition rules.

Important Dates

• 31 October 2026: Last date for team registration and hostel registration.

• 2 November 2026: Last date for online memorial submission.

• 4–6 November 2026: Competition dates.

Registration and Official Documents

Register Here: https://forms.gle/E2L8rSdufwoa96iMA

Event Brochure, Trial Proposition and Official Documents:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OJ4J96V8ZVh1YvhN1HtRNjqRvtdYShA7

ILA's Commitment to Supporting Future Legal Professionals

The Indian Lawyers Association (ILA) is committed to promoting legal education, professional excellence, mentorship, and practical learning opportunities for aspiring legal professionals.

Through its student wing, the Indian Law Students’ Association (ILSA), ILA encourages law students to participate in academic competitions, professional networking, internships, and skill-development initiatives.

ILA is pleased to support initiatives such as IGNITAC’26 that provide young legal minds with opportunities to develop their advocacy skills, gain practical exposure, and prepare for successful careers in the legal profession.

We encourage law students and aspiring advocates across India to participate in IGNITAC’26 and make the most of this valuable learning opportunity.

Contact the Organizers

For registration assistance and competition-related queries:

Email: ignitac26.xslaj.sxuk@gmail.com

Event Representatives:

• Ms. Riya Sarkar: +91 87988 21639

• Ms. Shreya Manoj: +91 89764 41735

• Ms. Ankita Banerjee: +91 90382 99488

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