Call for Papers | UILS Student Law Review | UILS Panjab University | Chandigarh | Vol. IV | Issue I 2027 | Submit by 31st December 2026

Call for Papers | UILS Student Law Review | UILS Panjab University | Chandigarh | Vol. IV | Issue I 2027 | Submit by 31st December 2026

Call for Papers: UILS Student Law Review by University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University [Vol. IV, Issue I; No Publication Fee]: Submit by December 31

The UILS Student Law Review (USLR), the flagship student-run academic journal of the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), Panjab University, Chandigarh, has invited original and unpublished submissions for Volume IV, Issue I. The journal welcomes contributions from law students and research scholars on contemporary legal issues across diverse areas of law.

With no submission or publication fee, the journal offers a valuable platform for young legal researchers to contribute to legal scholarship and engage with pressing legal, social, and policy-related debates.

About University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS)

Established in 2004–05 as a constituent department of Panjab University, Chandigarh, the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS) is a premier legal education institution known for its emphasis on research, academic excellence, and interdisciplinary engagement.

The institute actively promotes critical legal inquiry, scholarly discussion, and innovative approaches to contemporary legal challenges through teaching, research, publications, and academic initiatives.

About the Journal

The UILS Student Law Review (USLR) is a peer-reviewed and referred bi-annual journal managed by the student editorial board of UILS.

The journal serves as a platform for legal scholarship and encourages critical engagement with contemporary legal developments. It publishes high-quality academic work spanning various legal and interdisciplinary fields and aims to promote rigorous legal research among students and young scholars.

The Editorial Board oversees the manuscript review, editing, and publication process while maintaining academic standards and editorial integrity.

About the Call for Papers

USLR invites submissions addressing any contemporary legal issue. Authors are encouraged to undertake analytical, critical, and innovative examination of legal questions affecting society, governance, business, technology, human rights, criminal justice, constitutional law, and related fields.

Theme

Contemporary Legal Issues

The journal does not prescribe a specific theme and accepts submissions on any contemporary legal topic.

Categories of Submission

Articles

• Word Limit: 3,000–5,000 words
• Descriptive and analytical scholarly contributions.

Case Comments

• Word Limit: 1,500–3,000 words
• Critical analysis of recent judgments or landmark judicial decisions.

Legislative Comments

• Word Limit: 1,500–3,000 words
• Analytical review of proposed Bills, enacted legislation, or legislative developments.

Book Reviews

• Word Limit: 1,500–3,000 words
• Critical review of books related to law and legal studies.

Note: Word limits are exclusive of footnotes.

Eligibility

Submissions are invited from:

• Students enrolled in five-year integrated law programmes.
• Students enrolled in three-year LL.B. programmes.
• LL.M. students.
• Research Scholars from recognised law schools in India and abroad.

Ineligible Applicants

• Working professionals are not permitted to participate as primary authors or co-authors.

Submission Guidelines

Authors should note the following requirements:

• Every submission must include an abstract of not more than 250 words.
• The abstract must be written in italics.
• Submissions must contain five keywords.
• Manuscripts without an abstract will be rejected.
• Maximum of two authors are permitted per submission.
• The journal follows a one-author, one-submission policy.
• Submissions must be original and unpublished.
• The plagiarism limit must not exceed 15%.
• Authors must ensure anonymity in the manuscript.
• The manuscript should not contain the name, institution, or any identifying information of the author(s).
• Submissions shall only be accepted through the prescribed Google Form.

Submissions sent through email or other modes will not be considered.

Formatting Guidelines

Main Text

• Font: Times New Roman
• Font Size: 12
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Alignment: Justified

Footnotes

• Font: Times New Roman
• Font Size: 10
• Line Spacing: Single

Citation Style

The journal follows the Indian Law Institute (ILI) Citation Style.

Authors are required to strictly adhere to the ILI Citation Guidelines. Speaking footnotes and endnotes are strongly discouraged.

Style Requirements

The journal mandates the following style requirements:

Title

• Times New Roman
• Font Size: 14
• Bold
• Capital Letters
• Centre-Aligned
• 1.5 Line Spacing

Abstract

• Times New Roman
• Font Size: 12
• Italicised
• Justified
• 1.15 Line Spacing
• 1 cm indentation on both sides

Research Structure

Authors should divide manuscripts into logical sections using headings and sub-headings.

The Editorial Board discourages the division of papers into chapters. Non-compliance may lead to rejection during the review process.

Publication Process

USLR follows a peer-reviewed and referred publication process and publishes selected contributions in the following categories:

• Articles
• Case Comments
• Legislative Comments
• Book Reviews

Fees

A significant feature of the call is that:

• No Submission Fee is charged.
• No Publication Fee is charged.
• No Processing Fee is payable upon acceptance.

Important Date

How to Submit?

Eligible authors must submit their manuscripts through the official USLR Submission Google Form prescribed by the Editorial Board.

Only submissions made through the designated form will be considered for review.

Contact Details

Editorial Team

Suhani Salwan Editor

• Phone: +91 85270 09695

Jasmine Dhakarwal Co-Editor

• Phone: +91 93508 79414

Prasha Bhatia Co-Editor

• Phone: +91 6283899683

Email

uilsstudentlawreview@gmail.com

The UILS Student Law Review offers an excellent opportunity for law students and research scholars to publish their work in a peer-reviewed academic journal while engaging with contemporary legal debates. The journal’s acceptance of diverse legal topics, its commitment to rigorous scholarly standards, and its no-fee publication model make it an attractive platform for emerging legal researchers seeking academic visibility and publication experience.

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