UILS Student Law Review, published by the University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh, invites original, unpublished submissions for Volume IV, Issue I, covering January–June 2027. The journal welcomes contributions on contemporary legal issues from eligible law students and research scholars. The submission deadline is 31 December 2026.
About University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University
The University Institute of Legal Studies was established in 2004–05 as a constituent department of Panjab University, Chandigarh. Its teaching and research activities develop students’ skills in legal analysis, drafting, advocacy and interdisciplinary research.
About UILS Student Law Review
UILS Student Law Review is a student-run, peer-reviewed, biannual legal journal. It provides a platform for academic discussion of contemporary legal developments through articles, case comments, legislative comments and book reviews.
Eligibility Criteria
Submissions are invited from:
- Students pursuing three-year LL.B. or five-year integrated law programmes.
- LL.M. students.
- Research scholars.
Eligible contributors from recognised law schools worldwide may submit. Working professionals are not eligible as authors or co-authors.
Submission Categories and Word Limits
| Category | Word limit |
|---|---|
| Articles | 3,000–5,000 words |
| Case comments | 1,500–3,000 words |
| Legislative comments | 1,500–3,000 words |
| Book reviews | 1,500–3,000 words |
All word limits exclude footnotes.
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be original and unpublished.
- Each manuscript must include an abstract of up to 250 words and five keywords.
- Co-authorship is permitted for a maximum of two authors.
- Manuscripts must be anonymised.
- Submissions exceeding 15% plagiarism will be rejected.
- The journal follows a one-author, one-submission policy. Where multiple submissions are received, the latest submission will be considered unless the authors indicate otherwise.
Formatting and Citation Guidelines
Manuscripts must follow the Indian Law Institute citation style.
| Component | Formatting |
|---|---|
| Main text | Times New Roman, 12-point, 1.5 spacing, justified |
| Footnotes | Times New Roman, 10-point, single spacing, justified |
| Title | Times New Roman, 14-point, bold, uppercase and centred |
| Abstract | Times New Roman, 12-point, italics, 1.15 spacing, justified, with 1 cm indentation on both sides |
Contributions should use headings and subheadings rather than chapters. Speaking footnotes and endnotes are strongly discouraged.
Authors should consult the ILI citation guide and the journal’s detailed formatting instructions before submitting.
Submission and Publication Fees
There is no submission or publication fee.
Submission Deadline
The last date for submitting manuscripts is 31 December 2026.
Contact Details
For submission-related queries, email uilsstudentlawreview@gmail.com.
How to Submit?
Submit your manuscript through the prescribed Google Form.
Submissions are accepted through the form only. Manuscripts sent by email or through other modes will not be considered.
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