About RGNUL National Essay Competition 2026
The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, through its Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law (CASH), is hosting a National Essay Writing Competition on International Refugee Law 2026. This competition offers students and young scholars a unique platform to engage with complex legal and humanitarian issues surrounding refugee rights and global displacement.
The competition is a significant event for those interested in International Law, Human Rights, and Refugee Studies.
About the Organiser (CASH, RGNUL)
The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL) is one of India’s premier national law universities, established in 2006. It was the first NLU to receive ‘A’ grade accreditation by NAAC in 2015 and has consistently ranked among the top law schools in the NIRF rankings.
The Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law (CASH), the body organising this competition, focuses on advancing research and discourse in critical areas of international law.
Important Dates and Submission Details
Participants must ensure timely submission and fee payment to qualify for the competition.
| Action Item | Deadline / Fee | Link / Details |
| Submission Deadline | 5th January, 2026 | The payment must be completed by this deadline. |
| Registration Fee | ₹ 400/- (Exclusive of GST) | This fee is for individual authors, as well as for co-authors collectively. |
| Submission Link | Click Here | |
| Payment Link | Click Here |
Rewards and Opportunities
The competition offers attractive cash prizes and a valuable publication opportunity, which is a major incentive for academic growth.
Cash Prizes 💰
The top three selected essays will be awarded cash prizes as follows:
| Rank | Cash Prize Amount |
| First Prize | ₹ 7,000/- |
| Second Prize | ₹ 5,000/- |
| Third Prize | ₹ 3,000/- |
Publication and Participation
- Publication: Selected essays that fulfill the eligibility requirements and style guidelines will be published in an ISBN-serialised book by the Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law (CASH).
- Certificate: All participants fulfilling the eligibility requirements and style guidelines will be awarded a certificate of participation.
Contact Information
For any queries regarding the competition, including thematic or submission-related questions, please use the following contact details:
- Email for Queries: il@rgnul.ac.in
- Faculty Coordinators: Dr. Sangeeta Taak and Dr. Sukhwinder Kaur Virk (Assistant Professors of Law)
