Call for Papers | Aditya Journal of Legal Studies by Aditya College of Law, Bengaluru: Submit by May 10

About Aditya College of Law, Bengaluru

Located in Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Aditya College of Law is a premier institution dedicated to imparting quality legal education and shaping the next generation of legal professionals. Recognized by the Government of Karnataka, approved by the Bar Council of India, and affiliated to Karnataka State Law University, Hubli, the college stands committed to academic excellence.

Established with a vision to uphold justice, human rights, and the rule of law, the institution offers a comprehensive and forward-looking curriculum designed to equip students with strong legal knowledge, practical skills, and a sound ethical foundation necessary for success in the legal profession

About the Journal (AJLS)

The Aditya Journal of Legal Studies (AJLS) is a peer-reviewed, quarterly legal online journal published by Aditya College of Law. Committed to advancing legal scholarship, AJLS provides a platform for academics, practitioners, researchers, and students to engage with contemporary legal issues. Our mission is to foster critical inquiry, interdisciplinary dialogue, and doctrinal excellence in an ever-evolving jurisprudential landscape.

Theme: Open Theme (General Issue). For its inaugural volume, the Aditya Journal of Legal Studies invites submissions on any aspect of law, including but not limited to:

• Constitutional Law and Public Policy
• Criminal Law and Criminal Justice Administration
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Human Rights and Social Justice
• Environmental Law and Climate Governance
• Technology, AI, and Data Privacy Laws
• International Law and Dispute Resolution
• Family Law and Gender Justice
• Legal Theory and Jurisprudence
• Intellectual Property Law

Interdisciplinary and comparative legal studies are strongly encouraged.

Submission Categories

• Long Articles (5,000–8,000 words)
• Short Articles/Essays (3,000–5,000 words)
• Notes & Comments (2,000–4,000 words)
• Case/Legislative Comments (1,500–3,000 words)

Submission Guidelines

General Instructions & Guidelines for Submission

• All submissions must be accompanied by an abstract of 150–250 words along with 4–6 keywords.
• Co-authorship is permitted for up to two authors only.
• Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration with any other journal or platform.
• Any form of plagiarism or AI-generated content, above 10%, will lead to immediate rejection.
• Authors must submit a separate cover page containing:
  • Title of the manuscript
  • Name(s) of the author(s)
  • Institutional affiliation and designation
  • Email address and contact number
  • The main manuscript must not contain any identifying details to ensure a fair double-blind review process.
  • The manuscript must be formatted in:
  • Times New Roman, font size 12 for the main text with 1.5 line spacing
  • Times New Roman, font size 10 for footnotes with single spacing
  • Citations must strictly conform to the ILI (Indian Law Institute) Citation Style (latest edition).
• The Editorial Board reserves the right to accept, reject, or request modifications to any submission.
• Upon publication, copyright shall vest with the Aditya Journal of Legal Studies, while authors retain moral rights over their work.

Key Highlights

• Double-blind peer review process
• No publication fee for the inaugural volume
• Certificate of publication for all selected authors
• Publication in a journal bearing ISSN (upon assignment)

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline- 10th May 2026
• Intimation of Acceptance- within 2 days of abstract submission
• Full Paper Submission (along with Plagiarism and AI Report)- 20th May 2026
• Full Paper Acceptance date- After peer review
• Expected Publication Date- 25th July 2026

Submission Procedure

All submissions must be made via email to: [email protected]

Subject line: “Submission– ALR Vol 1 Issue 1– [Category] – [Author Name]”

Contact Info

For any further queries contact at: [email protected] or +91 8197554909

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