ICSSR-Sponsored Capacity Building Programme on Socio-Legal Research at NUSRL, Ranchi: Apply by 15 November 2026!

NUSRL, Ranchi, invites applications for a two-week ICSSR-sponsored capacity building programme scheduled for 10–23 December 2026.

About National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi

The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, is organising an ICSSR-sponsored two-week capacity building programme focused on legal and para-legal skills, socio-legal research, inclusive social justice, and policy implementation.

The programme aims to strengthen interdisciplinary research, practice-oriented legal education, and justice delivery through academic engagement, digital justice tools, and community participation.

About the Opportunity

The programme, titled “Advancing Legal and Para-Legal Skills for Inclusive Social Justice & Policy Implementation,” is designed to strengthen participants’ research capabilities and practical understanding of legal and para-legal systems.

The programme will cover socio-legal research methodologies, academic writing, legal aid, access to justice, clinical legal education, online dispute resolution, e-Courts, artificial intelligence and law, gender and inclusion, policy analysis, and legislative drafting.

Participants will engage in expert lectures, practical workshops, experiential learning, field and community engagement, mentorship, and research collaboration.

Duration

The programme will run for two weeks, from 10 December to 23 December 2026, comprising 12 days of intensive academic engagement and 24 academic sessions.

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Location

The programme will be organised by NUSRL, Ranchi, Jharkhand.

Eligibility Criteria

• Lecturers and Assistant Professors from Law, Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Social Work, Gender Studies, Development Studies, and allied social science disciplines may apply.
• Applicants must be affiliated with recognised institutions.
• Early-career faculty members with 0–8 years of teaching experience are eligible under the programme announcement.
• Para-legal professionals, NGO leaders, and community justice workers may also participate, subject to the programme guidelines.

Number of Positions

The programme will accommodate 30 participants from across India, including at least 10 participants from the local region and 10 participants from within the state. The remaining places will be allocated to participants from outside the state.

Registration Fee

There is no registration fee for the programme.

Travel Reimbursement

To-and-fro travel reimbursement will be provided in accordance with ICSSR guidelines. Eligible travel categories include 3-tier AC, AC Chair Car, and Volvo Bus.

Accommodation

Accommodation will be provided from 9 December 2026, at 9:30 AM, until 24 December 2026, at 12 noon, subject to the programme guidelines and eligibility conditions.

Important Dates

• Application deadline: 15 November 2026.
• Announcement of selected participants: 25 November 2026.
• Programme dates: 10–23 December 2026.

Contact

For programme-related queries, applicants may contact the course coordinators.

Course Director: Prof. (Dr.) Deevanshu Shrivastava, Professor of Law

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Email: deevanshu.shrivastava@nusrlranchi.ac.in

Phone: +91 93292 85959

Co-Course Director: Mr. Abhinav Gupta, Assistant Professor

Email: abhinav.gupta@nusrlranchi.ac.in

Phone: +91 79033 26360

Application Procedure

Interested candidates may apply through the official application form.

Applicants should ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements and submit their applications by 15 November 2026. Selection will be conducted in accordance with ICSSR guidelines.