National Client Consultation Competition | NorthCap University | Gurugram | Virtual Mode | Register by 15th March 2026
National Client Consultation Competition | NorthCap University | Gurugram | Virtual Mode | Register by 15th March 2026
Organised by School of Law, The NorthCap University, Gurugram
Date: 24–25 March 2026
Knowledge & Media Partner: SCC Online & Eastern Book Company
About The NorthCap University:
Founded in 1996 (formerly ITM University), The NorthCap University (NCU) is a premier multidisciplinary institution located in Gurugram, Haryana. With 30 years of academic excellence, 15,000+ alumni, and strong linkages with industry and research bodies, NCU is recognised by the UGC, Bar Council of India, and accredited with NAAC Grade ‘A’.
Highlights:
- QS 5‑Star rating for Teaching, Employability, Academic Development, Inclusiveness & Online Learning.
- Ranked among Top 30 Best Performing Universities (ARIIA).
- International collaborations for semester exchanges, dual degrees, and research.
- QS‑I Gauge Diamond rating overall; Platinum for Engineering, Gold for Management & Law.
About The School of Law:
The School of Law at NCU offers BBA LL.B. (5‑year), LL.B. (3‑year), LL.M. (1‑year), and Ph.D. programmes. Recognised by the Bar Council of India, it is ranked No. 1 Law School in Haryana by GHRDC, New Delhi.
Distinctive Features:
- State‑of‑the‑art moot courtrooms, legal research centres, and extensive libraries.
- Strong mentoring programme with experienced legal professionals.
- International exchange opportunities and participation in global moot competitions.
- Gold Badge recognition by QS‑I Gauge.
About The Competition:
The National Client Consultation Competition (NCCC) focuses on preventive law and counselling functions of legal practice. It simulates a lawyer‑client consultation where two law students act as attorneys, interview a client, and propose solutions.
Key Skills Tested:
- Interviewing & listening techniques.
- Identifying client goals and expectations.
- Analytical problem‑solving and planning.
- Professional teamwork and ethical conduct.
Previous Edition Highlights (2025):
- Inaugurated by Hon’ble Justice Kurian Joseph, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India.
- 4 rounds: Preliminary, Quarter‑finals, Semi‑finals, and Finals.
- Winners: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi (Cash Prize ₹5000 + SCC Online subscription).
- Runners‑up: Kerala Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram (Cash Prize ₹2500 + SCC Online subscription).
- Participation certificates and SCC Online access for all teams.
Team Composition & Eligibility:
- Only bona fide LL.B. students (3‑year/5‑year) are eligible.
- Each team: 2 participants.
- Maximum 3 teams per institution.
- Registration on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
Registration Details:
- Fee: ₹1800 per team.
- Deadline: 15th March 2026.
- Form Link: Google Registration Form
- Payment via NEFT:
- Bank: Canara Bank, NCU Branch, Sector 23‑A, Gurugram
- Account No.: 82472010013980
- IFSC: CNRB0018247
Awards:
- Total Prizes worth ₹1,00,000+
- Winner: ₹5000 + 1‑year SCC Online subscription (worth ₹32,000).
- Runner‑up: ₹3000 + 6‑month SCC Online subscription (worth ₹16,000).
- All participants: Certificates + 1‑month SCC Online access.
Competition Format:
- Conducted online via Microsoft Teams.
- Rounds: Preliminary → Quarter‑finals → Semi‑finals → Finals.
- Time Allocation (30 minutes):
- 5 min: Client room setup.
- 15 min: Interview & counselling.
- 10 min: Post‑consultation analysis.
- Judges may extend time by 2 minutes; beyond that, negative marking applies.
Judging Criteria:
- Professional approach & atmosphere.
- Eliciting client’s problem effectively.
- Assessing client’s goals & expectations.
- Analytical precision & alternative solutions.
- Teamwork & ethical conduct.
- Post‑consultation analysis with judges.
Important Dates:
- Registration Deadline: 15 March 2026
- Confirmation of Participation: 17 March 2026
- Inaugural Ceremony: 24 March 2026
- Preliminary & Quarter‑finals: 24 March 2026
- Semi‑finals & Finals: 25 March 2026
- Valedictory Ceremony: 25 March 2026
Contact Information:
Email: nccc@ncuindia.edu
Student Convenors: Ritik Sharma (7988573527), Yashika Yadav (7011018450)
Faculty Convenors:
- Dr. Deborisha Dutta – deborishadutta@ncuindia.edu
- Mr. Himangshu Rathee – himangshu@ncuindia.edu
- Mr. Dipender Chhikara – dipenderchhikara@ncuindia.edu
The XI Virtual National Client Consultation Competition 2026 at NCU is a golden opportunity for law students to sharpen their client‑handling skills, gain exposure to real‑world legal practice, and network with peers and professionals across India.
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