About SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Indore, is a premier multidisciplinary institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and social responsibility.
The event is organized by SAMATVA – The Legal Aid & Awareness Cell of NMIMS Indore, a student-driven initiative founded on the principles of equality, access to justice, and social empowerment. The Society aims to bridge socio-economic and informational gaps by providing legal aid, spreading legal awareness, and fostering an informed citizenry.
About the Opportunity
Nyaya Setu – The AI & Justice Policy Convention (3rd Edition) is a National Legal Aid Policy Convention, 2026, organized by NMIMS Indore in collaboration with the Centre for Research Excellence in Generative Artificial Intelligence.
This competition provides a unique platform for students to engage in:
- Policy drafting and analysis
- Structured deliberation and argumentation
- Interdisciplinary discussions on law and technology
Participants will examine the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and access to justice and propose innovative policy solutions addressing real-world challenges in India’s justice delivery system.
Eligibility
- Open to undergraduate students enrolled in any programme.
- Participants must be from UGC-recognised universities or institutions across India.
- Each institution may nominate up to two teams.
- Cross-university teams are not permitted.
Theme
“Nyaya Setu – The AI & Justice Policy Convention”
The convention focuses on developing policy frameworks to regulate the use of Generative AI in India’s justice delivery and legal aid systems.
Key Areas
- AI-assisted legal information systems
- Legal document drafting tools
- Case assessment mechanisms
- Multilingual access to justice
- Research support for legal aid lawyers
The theme emphasizes accountability, inclusivity, transparency, and ethical compliance while leveraging AI to enhance access to justice.
Team Composition
- Two members per team.
- A participant may participate in only one team.
Registration Fee
₹900 per team.
Prizes
- Winner: ₹20,000 + Trophy
- First Runner-Up: ₹12,000 + Trophy
- Best Speaker: ₹8,000 + Trophy
- Participation certificates for all teams.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Register: 25 August 2026
- Submission Deadline (Policy Concept Note): 30 August 2026
- Declaration of Results (Preliminary Round): 4 September 2026
- Final Rounds (Offline at NMIMS Indore): 17–18 September 2026
Registration Process
- Register on or before 25 August 2026.
- Registration fee is ₹900 per team (non-refundable).
- Payment must be made as per the brochure guidelines.
- Ensure all submitted details are accurate, as they will be used for certificates.
- Registration is confirmed only after receiving a confirmation email from the Organising Committee.
- Any changes in submitted details should be promptly communicated to the Organising Committee.
- Accommodation details and charges will be shared separately with the Top 8 shortlisted teams.
Contact
All official communication regarding the competition will be conducted by the organising committee (SAMATVA, NMIMS Indore) through email samatva.solindore@nmims.edu
The brochure is here.
How to Apply: Email your CV to samatva.solindore@nmims.edu
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