The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, in collaboration with the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), is pleased to announce the third edition of the elective course module, “SIAC and Institutional Arbitration.”

This intensive, in-person module offers participants the opportunity to engage with the practice of international arbitration from an institutional perspective. The course will provide insights into the role of arbitral institutions in administering disputes and shaping global arbitration practice.

The course will be led by SIAC, featuring an expert faculty drawn from leading arbitration institutions, law firms, and the Bar.

Course Highlights

• Taught in-person at NLSIU campus in Bengaluru from April 20 to April 23, 2026.
• Focus on the practical and theoretical aspects of institutional arbitration, with real-world insights into the functioning of SIAC.
• The Course Convenor is Matthew Brown, Deputy Registrar, SIAC

Co-Teachers:

• Ila Kapoor, Member, SIAC Court of Arbitration; Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
• Chahat Chawla, Member, YSIAC Council; International Counsel, Allen & Gledhill LLP
• Promod Nair, Senior Advocate, High Court of Karnataka
• Kelvin Poon SC, Deputy Managing Partner & Head – International Arbitration, Rajah & Tann
• Shwetha Bidhuri, Director & Head (South Asia), SIAC
• Devna Arora, Deputy Head (South Asia), SIAC
• Shivam Patanjali, Counsel, SIAC
• Steffi Mary Punnose, Strategy & Development Manager (South Asia), SIAC

The course outline and schedule of classes are available here.

Eligibility

Applications are invited from:

• Students enroled in undergraduate or postgraduate law programmes at recognised universities in India
• Legal professionals and academics interested in international arbitration

Please note: Students currently enroled in any regular academic programme at NLSIU are not eligible to apply, as the internal selection process for this elective course has already been completed.

Course Fee

• Students: ₹10,000 + 18% GST
• Working professionals: ₹20,000 + 18% GST

The fee includes reading materials, meals at the University, and a certificate of participation.

Please note that the programme is non-residential, and participants must arrange their own travel and accommodation.

Application Process

• Interested candidates should apply through the registration link by Friday, March 27, 2026.
• Selection will be based on the applicant’s academic/professional background and statement of purpose, with due consideration given to diversity of backgrounds.
• Selected applicants will be notified in early April 2026.

For queries, please write to .