Let legal ideas turn into legal enterprises.
So… You’ve Got a Legal Idea? Maybe it’s a legal-tech app. Maybe it’s a fresh take on how law should be taught. Maybe you just see something broken in the system—and you have an idea to fix it. Whatever it is, don’t let it stay an idea.
The YLCC National Legal Entrepreneurship Challenge is here to help you turn that idea into something real. A project. A platform. A startup. A story you’ll tell for years.
If you’re someone who wants to solve real problems in law—not just talk about them—this is your playground.
What’s this challenge about?
This isn’t another moot. It’s not a drafting competition. It’s something way cooler.
It’s about:
- Finding real legal, policy, justice, or compliance-related problems
- Coming up with innovative, actionable solutions
- And actually building something that can grow
We’re bringing together law students from across India and giving them a chance to:
- Think like founders
- Pitch to real experts
- Win cash prizes and recognition
- And most importantly, build something meaningful
Who can apply?
Simple. If you’re:
- Only Law Students Are Eligible to apply (2025 batch students can participate too)
- Someone with a fresh legal idea
- Ready to build, pitch and stand out
…then this challenge is for you.
You can participate solo or as a team of up to 3. And don’t worry — everything happens online (except maybe the finale, which might be hybrid for select cities).
What can you build?
Pick a track that excites you the most. Here are some suggestive domains:
- Legal-Tech – Build tools that make law faster, better, and more accessible
- Legal Education/EdTech – Rethink how law is taught and learned
- Access to Justice – Ideas that bridge the justice gap
- Law & Policy – Policy reforms, think tanks, research platforms
- Legal Consulting for Startups/MSMEs – Help the businesses that need it most
- Anything else in the legal domain – We’re all ears!
If it’s legal. If it solves something. If it’s ambitious—we want to see it.
Mark Your Calendar
| Stage | Dates |
| Applications Open | June 8 – June 20 |
| Round 1: Idea Submission | June 25 |
| Round 2: Feasibility Evaluation | July 5 |
| Grand Finale Pitch Day | July 25 |
| Results Out | July 30 |
So, how does it work?
Let’s break it down:
Round 1 – Share Your Idea
Give us a sneak peek into what you’re building.
What you’ll submit:
- A 2-5 page concept note
- A 2-minute pitch video (don’t stress – it can be simple)
We’re looking for:
- Creativity and relevance to law
- Real problems, and how you plan to solve them
- A clear sense of who you’re solving it for
Round 2 – Time to Think Deeper
Top 15 teams move ahead.
Here, you’ll show us how your idea can actually work in the real world—both legally and practically.
What you’ll submit:
- A 5-slide mini pitch deck
- A 1-page legal feasibility note (basic compliance, structure, laws touched)
Bonus:
- You may also be invited for a 10-minute virtual Q&A with our mentors
Then, 6 finalists head to the Grand Finale.
Round 3 – The Grand Pitch
It’s showtime.
Pitch live in front of a jury. You’ve got:
- 7 minutes to present
- 5 minutes for questions
Talk us through your idea, its legal depth, how it works, and why it matters.We care about substance and how well you share it.
What can you win?
Besides the thrill of building something bold? Oh, there’s a lot more:
Cash Prizes
- First Place – ₹25,000
- Second Place – ₹15,000
- Third Place – ₹10,000
Other Perks
- Certificate of Excellence for all finalists
Why should you do this?
Here’s the truth.
Law school teaches you theory. This challenge helps you build something real.
Something you can put on your CV, your LinkedIn, or even turn into a startup one day.
You’ll:
Work with mentors
Build your confidence
Learn how to pitch like a pro
And maybe… create something that changes lives
If you’ve ever thought, “I wish law school had more real-world stuff…”, this is that stuff.
Registration details
- Registration Fee: ₹250/- per person
- Submit via a simple Google Form
- We’ll ask for your team details, LinkedIn handles, and college info
- All rounds are virtual (Finale might be hybrid—if so, we’ll let you know in advance!)
Registrations Open: June 8 – June 20
Don’t just wait for opportunities. Create them.
- Take your legal idea.
- Build something brave.
- And let the world see what you’ve got.
