Call for Papers | NLU Jodhpur | Indian Journal of Arbitration Law | Vol. 14 Issue 1 | Submit by 31st Dec 2025

Call for Papers | NLU Jodhpur | Indian Journal of Arbitration Law | Vol. 14 Issue 1 | Submit by 31st Dec 2025

About NLU Jodhpur:

National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ) is a premier public law school established in 1999 under the National Law University Act enacted by the Rajasthan State Legislature. Situated on a 55‑acre residential campus in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, NLUJ has built a reputation as one of India’s leading institutions for legal education and research. Guided by the motto “Knowledge is Empowerment”, the university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, and is affiliated with the University Grants Commission and the Bar Council of India. Over the years, NLUJ has become known for its academic excellence, vibrant student community, and contributions to legal scholarship and practice.

About IJAL:

The Indian Journal of Arbitration Law (IJAL), launched in 2012 under the patronage of National Law University, Jodhpur, is a biannual, open‑access, student‑reviewed publication of the Centre for Advanced Research and Training in Arbitration Law (CARTAL). Recognized as India’s leading journal on arbitration, IJAL is indexed on major databases such as Kluwer Arbitration, Westlaw, HeinOnline, and SCC Online. It provides a platform for both academic and practical insights into international commercial and investment treaty arbitration, featuring contributions from practitioners, scholars, and students. Each manuscript undergoes a rigorous three‑stage blind review, ensuring quality and credibility, while the journal continues to foster debate on contemporary issues in arbitration and dispute resolution.

About CARTAL:

The Centre for Advanced Research & Training in Arbitration Law (CARTAL), established at National Law University, Jodhpur, is dedicated to advancing research and scholarship in arbitration and related fields. CARTAL provides a dynamic platform where students, academicians, and practitioners engage in dialogue on contemporary issues of arbitration law, combining theoretical insight with practical exposure. Its vision is realized through workshops, conferences, and guest lectures that foster deeper understanding of dispute resolution. As part of this initiative, CARTAL publishes the Indian Journal of Arbitration Law (IJAL), a biannual, student‑reviewed journal that has become a leading voice in the field.

Call for Papers: Vol 14, Issue 1

The Indian Journal of Arbitration Law (IJAL) invites submissions for Volume 14, Issue 1. As India’s leading open‑access, student‑reviewed journal on arbitration, IJAL welcomes original manuscripts from practitioners, academicians, and students on contemporary and enduring themes in international commercial and investment treaty arbitration.

Scope of Topics:

The following is an indicative list highlighting the scope of the journal:

• International Commercial Arbitration;
• Institutional Arbitration;
• Multilateral Arbitration Conventions;
• Inter-State Disputes subject to Arbitration;
• Investor-State Dispute Settlement Mechanism;
• Investment Treaty Arbitration;
• Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms;
• Jurisdiction-specific issues in Arbitration; and
• UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration.

Editorial Policy:

• Authors, upon submission, must communicate their acceptance of the following conditions:
  • The work, upon publication, becomes the property of National Law University, Jodhpur;
  • Permissions for subsequent publication/reprint and/or derivative works must be obtained from IJAL.
   
• IJAL follows a comprehensive double-blind review procedure. IJAL shall endeavour to keep the authors informed about the current status of their manuscript as it goes through each stage of review.
   
• IJAL reserves the right to refer certain manuscripts to the Board of Advisors for review, based on the discretion of the Editorial Board.
   
• The acceptable limit of plagiarism is 10%, and that for AI usage is 20%. Manuscripts with plagiarism and/or AI usage exceeding these thresholds will be outrightly rejected. 
   
• IJAL retains complete discretion over the acceptance/rejection of manuscripts.
   
• IJAL does not entertain requests for advance decisions based on abstracts, topic proposals or outlines. Editorial decisions shall be based solely on a review of the final manuscripts submitted by the authors.
   
• After review by the Editors, manuscripts may be returned to the authors with suggestions related to substance and/or style.
   
• Authors of accepted articles are entitled to receive a complimentary printed copy of the issue in which their article has been published.
   
• IJAL reserves the right to request copies of any resources or authorities cited in the manuscript.

Contribution Guidelines:

1. IJAL seeks submissions under the following categories:
   a. Articles – 6,000 or more words.
   b. Notes – 4,000 to 6,000 words.
   c. Book Reviews – 1,000 to 2,000 words.
2. IJAL accepts manuscripts on a rolling basis.
3. Manuscripts received during April 1 – September 30 shall be considered for publication in the January issue and manuscripts received during October 1 – March 31 will be considered for publication in the July issue.
4. Manuscripts must be topical and related to the scope of IJAL.
5. The manuscript must contain an abstract of not more than 200 words.
6. The Journal’s Contribution Guidelines set a plagiarism similarity limit of 15%.
7. The manuscript must be in conformity with the Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (21st edition).
8. The manuscript must not contain any mention of or reference to the author’s name, affiliation or credentials. Such information must be restricted to a separate cover page which must contain a brief biographical description of the author and include the authors’ name, affiliation, qualifications and contact details.
9. The manuscript must be contained in a Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) document.

Important Dates:

• Manuscripts submitted between December 12 – December 31 will be considered for publication in the May issue.
• Manuscripts submitted between January 1 – January 31 will be considered for publication in the September issue.

Contact Details:

Email via: ijal@nlujodhpur.ac.in

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