5 Day National Level FDP on Law And Artificial Intelligence by JIS University: Register by May 2

About the University

JIS University was established through the Legislative Act of the Government of West Bengal, viz. JIS University Act, 2014 (West Bengal Act XXII of 2014) that came into force in February, 2015. The University has a mission to be one of the top class universities in India and a preferred destination for students, research scholars and faculty members alike.

Students aspiring to study in JIS University can be assured of quality education as all courses are duly accredited and affiliated by University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi; All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Bar Council of India (BCI), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI). JIS University is also a member of Association of Indian Universities (AIU) since 2017.

About The Department of Juridical Sciences

The Department of Juridical Sciences, JIS University (JISU), Kolkata Agarpara Campus, commenced its journey in the year 2014. It already has a proven history of success in the field of education. The Department of Juridical Sciences offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in Law as per the guidelines of the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission. It has a flexible curriculum offering several options in different areas of specialization, and the same is designed keeping in mind the requirements of the legal profession and academia.

The academic programs offered at Faculty of Juridical Sciences incorporate a number of special opportunities such as Internships, Legal Aid, Moot Court, Trial Advocacy, Client Counselling, Value-added Courses, Skill Enhancement Workshops and Career-Oriented Training with outcome-based legal education. Students are provided opportunities to interact with members from the legal profession on a regular basis, and the pedagogy of the Department of Juridical Sciences caters to the needs of students to be career-ready.

About National Level Faculty Development Program

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies has significantly transformed contemporary legal systems, governance frameworks, and justice delivery mechanisms across the globe. AI-powered tools are increasingly being used in legal research, case management, predictive analytics, forensic investigation, and judicial decision-support systems. These developments are reshaping traditional legal processes and raising complex questions related to ethics, accountability, transparency, and regulatory governance.

In recent years, legal institutions and courts worldwide have begun integrating technological innovations to enhance efficiency and accessibility in justice administration. AI-driven legal databases, automated document analysis, digital evidence management, and online dispute resolution platforms have become integral to modern legal practice. However, the growing reliance on algorithmic systems also raises concerns regarding bias, privacy, data protection, and the potential impact on fundamental rights. For legal academics and researchers, Artificial Intelligence presents both opportunities and challenges.

While AI tools can significantly enhance legal research capabilities, streamline academic writing, and facilitate interdisciplinary scholarship, they also require careful understanding of methodological limitations, ethical boundaries, and regulatory implications. Recognizing these transformative developments, the Department of Juridical Sciences, JIS University proposes to organize an International Faculty Development Programme on Law and Artificial Intelligence: Transforming Legal Research, Policy and Justice Delivery Systems.

The programme aims to bring together distinguished academicians, judges, researchers, and legal practitioners from India and abroad to deliberate on emerging intersections between law, technology, and governance. The FDP will provide a comprehensive platform for law teachers, researchers, and scholars to explore the implications of AI in legal research, criminal justice administration, digital governance, policy formulation, and judicial processes.

It will also focus on interdisciplinary research methodologies and innovative teaching approaches that integrate technology into legal education. Through expert lectures, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, the programme seeks to enhance the research capacity of law faculty members and encourage scholarly engagement with emerging technological developments in the legal domain. The FDP is expected to foster academic collaboration, promote interdisciplinary legal research, and contribute to the evolving discourse on Artificial Intelligence and law in both national and global contexts

Objectives

• To explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on legal research, governance, and justice delivery systems.
• To enhance the research capabilities of law faculty through exposure to AI-driven legal research tools and methodologies.
• To examine emerging regulatory and ethical challenges associated with AI technologies.
• To promote interdisciplinary dialogue between law, technology, criminology, and public policy.
• To familiarize participants with global trends in digital governance, cyber law, and AI regulation.
• To encourage innovative teaching methodologies integrating technology in legal education.
• To create a collaborative academic platform for scholars, judges, and practitioners to discuss contemporary legal developments.

Target Audience

• Law Academician/Faculty members from universities and colleges
• Research scholars and PhD candidates in law and social sciences
• Legal practitioners and policy researchers
• Judicial officers and law enforcement professionals
• Academicians from interdisciplinary fields such as criminology, public policy, and technology studies
• Outcomes
• Develop a deeper understanding of the intersection between Artificial Intelligence and legal systems.
• Gain knowledge of emerging regulatory frameworks governing AI technologies.
• Enhance their legal research methodologies through technological tools and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Acquire insights into the use of AI in criminal justice, policing, and judicial administration.
• Integrate technological perspectives into teaching, research, and policy-oriented legal scholarship.

Important Details

Date – 4th MAY to 8th MAY, 2026
Mode – Offline – JIS University, Agarpara Campus
Organized by – Department of Juridical Sciences, JIS University
Registration Closes – 2nd May, 2026[11:59 P.M.]

Registration Process

Click Here To Register.

Registration Begins – 11th April, 2026
Registration Closes – 2nd May, 2026

Registration Fees

For Non – JIS University Participants – 399/-
For JIS University/ JIS Group Participants – 299/-

BANK DETAILS:

BANK NAME – HDFC BANK
ACCOUNT HOLDER NAME – JIS UNIVERSITY COLLECTIONS
IFSC CODE – HDFC0007592
ACCOUNT NUMBER – 50100254513401

Contact Info

• Dr. Riya Banerjee, Assistant Professor, JIS University | Email ID – [email protected]
• Ms. Somdatta Mukherjee, Assistant Professor, JIS University | Email ID – [email protected]
• Email ID – [email protected]
• Samrat Samaddar 7605869300
• Rajeev Mishra 9830039729