Our Vision
Reason. Reform. Rise.
Jaipuria Symposium 2026 is an inter-school Model UN and academic debate event designed for students of Classes 8 through 12. Over two days, delegates navigate real-world crises, draft landmark resolutions, and forge connections that last beyond the chambers.
The Symposium runs five rounds of debate across four committees — moving from Oxford Style in Round 1 through Turncoat, Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and the Grand Final. Every round escalates in intensity, format, and stakes.
This is not just a competition — it is a crucible.
The Format
Five Rounds. One Champion.
Every team competes through the same five-round structure. The format changes each round — testing breadth, adaptability, and depth.
Two speakers per side (1 for, 1 against) plus one interjector. 4 minutes per speaker, 1-minute open rebuttal. The top 5 teams per committee advance to Round 2.
Two speakers per team. Each speaks for 6 minutes — 3 minutes arguing for a position, then a bell, then 3 minutes arguing against it. Teams are distributed across 4 pools. Top 2 per pool qualify.
Two parallel forums of 4 teams each — the U.S. Executive Leadership Debate and the British Governance Conclave. 2 speakers per team, 4.5 minutes each. One winner per forum advances.
3v3 format across two simultaneous venues. Principal (5 min), Second (4 min), Third (4 min), Principal summing-up (4 min). 2-minute rebuttals follow each speaker.
The same 3v3 format as the Semi-Finals, with the full weight of the Symposium watching. One team rises.
Eligibility
Who Can Compete?
What Happens Next
Fill the registration form. Login credentials land in your teacher's inbox automatically.
Log in to view your teams, registration status, and school code.
Background guides and documentation will be released on a rolling basis before the event.
Report at 7:30 AM on August 7 at Seth M. R. Jaipuria School.
Limited Seats
Ready to Rise?
Registration closes 31 July 2026. Secure your school's place before it fills.