National Blog Writing Competition | NUSRL Law Review | NUSRL Ranchi | Submit by 15 November 2026

National Blog Writing Competition | NUSRL Law Review | NUSRL Ranchi | Submit by 15 November 2026

1st National Blog Writing Competition, NUSRL Law Review [15 October – 15 November 2026]

About the Organiser

The National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi (NUSRL), established in 2010 by the Jharkhand State Legislature through Act No. 4 of 2010, is a premier National Law University in India. NUSRL Law Review is the flagship journal of the university, committed to fostering legal scholarship and providing a platform for meaningful academic engagement with contemporary legal issues.

About the Competition

The 1st National Blog Writing Competition is being organised by NUSRL Law Review to encourage original, insightful, and accessible legal writing among students, researchers, academicians, legal practitioners, journalists, and individuals working in allied fields.

The competition aims to provide a common platform for contributors to present well-researched arguments, critically engage with contemporary legal developments, and contribute to informed legal discourse. Participants are encouraged to explore significant issues across various branches of law and related disciplines through original and thought-provoking blog submissions.

Themes

The competition welcomes submissions on a broad range of legal themes, including but not limited to:

• Constitutional Law
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Human Rights Law
• Environmental Law
• Technology and Cyber Law
• Other allied areas of law

Eligibility

The competition is open to law students, lawyers, academicians, researchers, journalists, legal practitioners, and individuals engaging with the justice system or allied disciplines.

Submission Guidelines

• Word Limit: 800-1,500 words.
• Submission Format: Manuscripts must be submitted in .docx format through the designated registration form.
• Originality: Submissions must present original arguments supported by accurate legal authorities, empirical evidence, or other reliable sources.
• Referencing: References should preferably be hyperlinked within the text. Where online sources are unavailable, endnotes must follow the Bluebook, 21st Edition.
• Formatting: Garamond, 12-point font, single spacing, and 1.5-inch margins on all sides.
• AI Usage: Generative AI writing tools may be used only to the extent permitted under the competition rules, with AI usage disclosed in the form. Plagiarism and AI-generated content will be checked as specified in the rulebook.

Participants are advised to consult the official brochure for the complete submission and formatting guidelines.

Awards and Prizes

• First Prize: ₹3,500 and Certificate of Merit
• Second Prize: ₹2,500 and Certificate of Merit
• Third Prize: ₹2,000 and Certificate of Merit
• Publication Opportunity: The top 10 blog entries will be published on the official NUSRL Law Review website.
• Certificate of Participation: All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Registration Fee

• Single Author: ₹300
• Co-authorship: ₹250 per author (maximum two authors)

Important Dates

• Competition Period: 15 October – 15 November 2026
• Deadline to Submit: 15 November 2026

How to Apply

Interested participants can submit their entries directly through the registration form:

Registration Form:

Official Website

For further information and updates, visit:

Contact Information

For queries regarding the competition, please contact:

• Adhiraj Sehgal: +91 7462088120
• Anurag Kumar: +91 8340262767

Brochure

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