Publish Your Research: IJLRA Call For Papers
Law students and young researchers looking to boost their academic profiles have a new opportunity. The International Journal for Legal Research and Analysis (ISSN 2582-6433) has launched a call for papers for its upcoming Volume 2, Issue 7. The journal is indexed with Manupatra, ROAD, and Google Scholar.
Writing and publishing research papers helps law students stand out in the legal profession. This guide covers the important deadlines, submission guidelines, rewards, and fees associated with this call for papers.
About the Journal and Themes
IJLRA is an open-access, peer-reviewed, and refereed journal. It provides a platform for young law students and legal professionals to share views on topical legal issues and emerging matters.
The accepted theme for this issue is broad: any appropriate theme related to socio-legal aspects is acceptable. Authors can explore various challenges facing lawmakers, lawyers, and society today.
Submission Categories and Word Limits
Contributors can submit original and unpublished work across four categories:
- Articles: 3000 to 5000 words, including footnotes.
- Short Notes: 2000 to 3000 words, including footnotes.
- Book Reviews: 1000 to 2000 words, including footnotes.
- Case Commentaries: 1000 to 3000 words, including footnotes.
Formatting Guidelines
To ensure your paper passes the initial screening, follow these formatting rules carefully:
- Submit the manuscript in MS Word format with an appropriate title.
- Ensure the work is completely original, unplagiarized, and free of grammatical errors.
- Include the full names of all authors.
- Use any uniform method of citation.
- Set the body text in Times New Roman, font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
- Set footnotes in Times New Roman, font size 10, with single line spacing.
- Leave a 4 cm margin on all sides. Do not use page borders.
Important Dates and Deadlines
The last date to submit your full manuscript is November 13, 2026. Publication certificates and related documents are released on a rolling basis within 48 hours after payment of publication fees upon manuscript acceptance.
Rewards and Prizes
Top-performing papers stand a chance to win exciting rewards:
- First Prize (Best Research Paper): Trophy, 1 free publication, 1 free course, an E-Certificate of Merit, and an internship opportunity with IJLRA.
- Second Prize (Best Research Paper): Trophy, 1 free publication, 1 free course, an E-Certificate of Merit, and an internship opportunity with IJLRA.
- Third Prize (Best Research Paper): 1 free publication, 1 free course, and an E-Certificate of Merit.
Publication Fees
Please note that publication fees are applicable only after the manuscript is accepted:
- INR 800 for Single Authored manuscripts.
- INR 1000 for Co-authored manuscripts (maximum 2 authors).
- INR 1200 for 3-authored manuscripts (maximum 3 authors).
How to Apply
You can submit your paper online through the official channels:
- Submit your paper directly via the official IJLRA submission link.
- If you face technical difficulties, you can email your submission to editor@ijlra.com with the subject line “Submission of Research Paper – Vol 2 Issue 7”.
For queries, you can reach out via the live chat on the official website, email the editorial team, or call +91 70421 48991.
Why This Matters For Your Law Career
Publishing in indexed journals adds significant weight to your Curriculum Vitae (CV). It demonstrates strong legal research and writing skills, which are essential whether you plan to enter corporate law, litigation, or academic research.
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