Call for Papers by Indian Journal of Intellectual Property Law (IJIPL), NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad [Vol. 16]: Submit by August 1
About the Journal
The Indian Journal of Intellectual Property Law (IJIPL) is the flagship intellectual property law journal of NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. As India’s first student-run journal devoted exclusively to Intellectual Property Law, it serves as a platform for advancing scholarly discourse in the field.
Published annually, the journal is a collaborative initiative of NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad and the N.C. Banerjee Centre for Intellectual Property Rights Studies, focusing on contemporary issues and developments in Intellectual Property Law and Policy.
Over the years, IJIPL has hosted contributions from eminent scholars and experts, including Prof. Shamnad Basheer, Prof. Srividhya Ragavan, Dr. Mrinalini Kochupillai, Prof. Michele Boldrin, Prof. David Levine, and several other renowned intellectual property law scholars.
About the Call for Papers
The Indian Journal of Intellectual Property Law is inviting submissions for its 16th Volume, which is tentatively scheduled for publication by the end of 2026.
The Journal welcomes original contributions that engage with contemporary theoretical, legal, and policy debates relating to Intellectual Property Law. Interdisciplinary approaches and fresh perspectives on intellectual property policy are particularly encouraged.
Who Can Submit?
Submissions are invited from:
- Undergraduate Students
- Postgraduate Students
- Practitioners
- Faculty Members
- Academicians
Categories of Submission
Articles
Articles should comprehensively analyze a legal issue, contemporary development, or the existing legal framework.
Word Limit: 5,000–6,000 words
Essays
Essays should challenge existing norms and paradigms while providing innovative perspectives on common legal issues.
Word Limit: 3,000–5,000 words
Notes
Notes should focus on recent debates, controversies, or developments relating to the interpretation or implementation of law.
Word Limit: 2,500 words
Book Review/Comment
Authors may review and critique:
- Recent books
- Landmark judicial pronouncements
- Recent legislation
- Pending bills
Word Limit: 2,500 words
Submission Guidelines
Formatting Requirements
- Citations must conform to OSCOLA (5th Edition).
- Footnotes must be used as the method of citation.
- Speaking footnotes are discouraged.
- Main text must be in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
- Footnotes must be in Times New Roman, Font Size 10, with single spacing.
Co-Authorship
- A maximum of four authors per submission is permitted.
- The Editorial Board may permit a higher number of co-authors on a case-by-case basis.
Documents to be Submitted
Each submission must be accompanied by:
Author Information Document
A separate document containing:
- Name
- Email Address
- Postal Address
- Name and Address of Institution
- Course (if applicable)
- Academic Year
Authors must ensure that no identifying information appears in the manuscript itself.
Abstract
- Maximum 350 words
- No prior abstract submission is required
- Abstracts will assist the Editorial Board during the review process.
Important Conditions
- All submissions must be original and free from plagiarism.
- A plagiarism check will be conducted during the initial stage of evaluation.
- Authors must comply with the Submission Guidelines and Editorial Policy.
- Authors must inform the Editorial Board if the manuscript has been submitted elsewhere.
- Expedited review requests may be made but are subject to the Editorial Board’s discretion.
Submission Deadline
August 1, 2026
Submission Procedure
Authors must send their manuscripts to:
Email: ijipl@nalsar.ac.in
Subject Line
Submission for Vol. 16
Queries
Queries may be addressed to the same email ID with the subject line:
Query | Vol. 16
Source
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11jeWXiAVc6xDAMLbnHuSzpAGCP-wiWZ88MZ_4ABdCM0/edit?tab=t.0
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