International Commercial Arbitration Moot | India International Disputes Week 2027 | Jan 10–12, 2027 | Prize Pool ₹4.1 Lac & Internship Opportunity | Register Now!
Law students interested in international commercial arbitration, emerging technologies, and cross-border dispute resolution have an exciting opportunity to participate in the International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2027, which will be held as part of the India International Disputes Week (IIDW) 2027. The oral rounds of the competition are scheduled to take place in Chandigarh, India, from January 10–12, 2027.
The moot court competition promises to be one of the most innovative arbitration moots in the region, combining complex issues of international commercial arbitration with cutting-edge questions involving artificial intelligence, contractual obligations, joinder of parties, interim relief, and technology-driven disputes.
With a substantial cash prize pool of ₹4,10,000 and opportunities for paid internships, the competition offers participants a unique platform to develop advocacy, arbitration, and legal research skills while engaging with contemporary challenges in international dispute resolution.
The International Commercial Arbitration Moot is being conducted under the banner of India International Disputes Week (IIDW) 2027.
The moot builds upon the success of the inaugural edition of IIDW, which was held in Chandigarh in March 2026 and marked the launch of the Chandigarh International Arbitration Centre (CIAC) under the aegis of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana.
The first edition attracted leading Indian and international dispute resolution practitioners and featured prominent law firms, including Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. and Khaitan & Co., among its valued partners.
IIDW seeks to strengthen India’s position as a global arbitration destination by fostering dialogue, scholarship, and professional engagement in international dispute resolution.
The International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2027 is designed to provide students with practical exposure to international commercial arbitration and contemporary commercial disputes.
Participants will represent parties in a fictional yet realistic arbitration dispute involving:
A notable feature of the moot problem is that the parties have agreed to apply the UNIDROIT Principles of International Commercial Contracts as the governing framework, providing participants with exposure to internationally recognised principles of commercial law.
The competition will be conducted entirely in English.
The fact situation centres around an international commercial dispute that raises several cutting-edge legal questions, including:
Participants will analyse procedural and substantive issues commonly encountered in cross-border commercial disputes.
The moot problem requires teams to evaluate the legal principles governing the participation of additional parties in arbitral proceedings.
Competitors will engage with urgent remedies and interim measures frequently sought in international arbitration.
A key aspect of the dispute concerns the conduct of an autonomous AI system, requiring participants to examine liability, accountability, and attribution in technologically advanced commercial environments.
Teams will explore how contractual commitments interact with external events, technological developments, and unforeseen circumstances.
The competition provides participants with an opportunity to apply and interpret the UNIDROIT Principles within an international commercial context.
The competition offers an impressive range of rewards for participating teams.
The draft rules of the competition also provide for paid internship opportunities, offering additional professional exposure and career development prospects for outstanding participants.
The competition is intended for law students with an interest in:
Specific eligibility requirements will be detailed in the final competition rules and registration guidelines.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2027 |
| Venue | Chandigarh, India |
| Oral Hearings | January 10–12, 2027 |
| Language | English |
| Prize Pool | ₹4,10,000 |
| Internship Opportunities | Paid Internships (Subject to Rules) |
At present, the organisers are inviting institutions to submit a non-binding Expression of Interest (EOI).
Interested institutions should provide:
The organisers will subsequently share formal registration procedures, deadlines, and participation details.
It is important to note that:
To facilitate participation from institutions outside India, the organisers have expressed their willingness to conduct introductory online meetings through Google Meet.
These sessions will help institutions:
Participants may access the Moot Proposition and Draft Competition Rules through the competition folder made available by the organisers.
Further information regarding IIDW 2027 and upcoming registration details will be released through the official platform.
The International Commercial Arbitration Moot at IIDW 2027 presents an exceptional opportunity for law students to engage with emerging issues at the intersection of arbitration, technology, and international commerce. The problem’s focus on autonomous AI systems, data infrastructure, and global commercial disputes reflects the future direction of international arbitration practice.
Participants will not only sharpen their advocacy and legal research skills but also gain exposure to leading practitioners, arbitrators, academics, and law firms involved in the rapidly evolving global dispute resolution landscape.
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