The Centre for Law and Technology at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU), Sonepat, in collaboration with Bridge Counsels LLP, is organising its 1st Intra-University DPDP Compliance Competition, 2026. Eligible DBRANLU students may participate individually or in teams of two by preparing a written compliance report. Registration closes on 5 November 2026.
About Centre for Law and Technology, DBRANLU
The Centre for Law and Technology at DBRANLU is an academic and research forum examining the relationship between law, technology and public policy. Its areas of engagement include digital privacy, cybersecurity, financial technologies, platform governance and emerging digital infrastructure.
The Centre promotes interdisciplinary research and dialogue on legal and regulatory challenges arising from technological development.
About Bridge Counsels LLP
Bridge Counsels LLP provides Fractional General Counsel and External General Counsel services to businesses. Its practice includes strategic legal advisory, contract management, employment law, regulatory compliance, data protection, dispute resolution and intellectual property management.
The firm is collaborating on the competition’s proposition, professional assessment, guest lecture and internship opportunities.
About the Competition
The competition simulates a regulatory consulting engagement. Participants will act as Data Privacy Consultants and Legal Advisors to a fictional business, examining its data practices and recommending practical compliance measures.
The exercise focuses on applying the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025. Participants must develop advice that combines legal accuracy with operational feasibility.
Eligibility Criteria
Participation is restricted to undergraduate students currently enrolled in DBRANLU’s:
- B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme.
- B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme.
Postgraduate and doctoral students are ineligible. Members of the Organising Committee and students involved in preparing the proposition cannot participate.
Team Composition
- Individual participation is permitted.
- Teams may comprise two members.
- Students from different batches may form a team.
- Each student may participate in only one team.
Competition Format and Submission Requirements
Each team or individual participant must submit a single document: a Compliance Report responding to the proposition.
The report must:
- Identify gaps in the fictional client’s data practices.
- Classify relevant parties as Data Fiduciaries and Data Processors.
- Explain applicable obligations and the rights and duties of Data Principals.
- Identify and prioritise statutory compliance risks.
- Recommend a practical action plan.
Written submissions will be evaluated anonymously by designated associates of Bridge Counsels LLP.
The brochure sets a maximum plagiarism threshold of 15% and permits no use of artificial intelligence. Participants must follow the detailed Rules and Regulations.
Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be assessed on:
- Legal grounding: accurate application of the Act and Rules, including the allocation of legal roles.
- Operational feasibility: realistic advice proportionate to the client’s circumstances and resources.
- Drafting and design: clear structure, risk rankings, safeguards and compliance workflows.
Prizes and Benefits
| Position | Cash Prize |
|---|---|
| First | ₹4,000 |
| Second | ₹3,000 |
| Third | ₹2,000 |
Every member of the top three teams will receive a Certificate of Merit.
The top three teams will also be offered internship opportunities at Bridge Counsels LLP, subject to the firm’s confirmation and terms.
Participants who submit a valid written submission will receive a Certificate of Participation.
How to Register?
Eligible participants must register through the official Google Form circulated by the organisers.
Each team must nominate one contact person for communications with the Organising Committee. Registered participants will subsequently be identified by their allotted Team Codes.
For access to the registration form, rulebook, clarification form or submission form, contact lawandtech@dbranlu.ac.in.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheduled release of proposition | 3 November 2026 |
| Guest lecture by Bridge Counsels LLP | 4 November 2026 |
| Registration deadline | 5 November 2026 |
| Written submission deadline | 12 November 2026 |
| Tentative results announcement | 16–17 November 2026 |
The schedule is tentative and may be revised by the Organising Committee.
Contact Details
Email: lawandtech@dbranlu.ac.in
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