Call for Papers | International Research Conference 2027 by NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law [Cash Prizes Rs 39K]: Submit by Nov 20

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1. About NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law

2. About the Centre for Research and Policy

3. About the Conference

4. Eligibility

5. Themes and Suggested Topics

6. Mode of Conference

7. Important Dates

8. Registration and Submission Procedure

9. Registration Fees

9.1. Payment Process

10. Awards and Publication Opportunities

11. Contact Information

About NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law

NMIMS (Deemed-to-be University), also known as Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, is one of India’s leading private universities, headquartered in Mumbai. It has developed into a multidisciplinary institution with multiple campuses across India, offering undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. The University was granted the status of a Deemed-to-be University by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2003.

Kirit P. Mehta School of Law (KPMSOL), Mumbai, is part of the SVKM group of schools and colleges under NMIMS (Deemed-to-be University). Established in 2013, the School was approved by the Bar Council of India in the same year. It aims to nurture professional values while upholding societal values and promoting comprehensive legal education with practical training.

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About the Centre for Research and Policy

The Centre for Research and Policy (CRP) at NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, Mumbai, was previously known as the Centre for Excellence. It was established in 2018 as the Centre for Legal Research and Application.

The Centre is dedicated to advancing legal research and development through interdisciplinary approaches and the analysis of contemporary legal issues. It also aims to develop essential research skills among researchers and corporate professionals, facilitate discussions among stakeholders in legal academia, and encourage the exchange of ideas.

Additionally, the Centre seeks to promote innovative concepts and provide a platform for recommendations to policy-making bodies to improve the effectiveness and accessibility of existing legal provisions. It welcomes emerging legal scholars and supports their endeavours through expert guidance and research resources.

About the Conference

The International Research Conference 2027 will take place on 30 and 31 January 2027. The conference will explore emerging legal reforms and developments, bringing together legal professionals, students, researchers and academicians to discuss contemporary global issues.

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The event will commence on 30 January with an inaugural ceremony featuring judges, advocates and representatives from leading law firms. Participants will engage in discussions concerning global governance, economic development, climate change, international relations and humanitarian concerns.

The conference aims to provide emerging scholars with a platform to present their research, share innovative solutions and contribute to global legal discourse. It will encourage an exchange of ideas among participants from diverse backgrounds and promote inclusive dialogue on the legal frameworks needed to address complex global challenges.

Eligibility

Law students, legal professionals and academicians are eligible to participate in the conference.

Themes and Suggested Topics

The conference invites research papers on the following themes and suggested topics.

Criminal Law

The Marital Rape Exception After the Split Verdict: Where Does Indian Criminal Law Go From Here?
Advances in Forensic Science and Their Role in Criminal Adjudication
Evolving Sentencing Policies: Community Service and the Changing Philosophy of Punishment
Prosecuting Cryptocurrency-Enabled White-Collar Crimes: Jurisdictional and Evidentiary Challenges
Media Dynamics, Public Narratives and Information Society Policy: Media Influence in Criminal Proceedings

Intellectual Property Rights, Technology and Artificial Intelligence

India’s IPR Law Struggles with AI as Both an Unrecognised Inventor and an Unregulated Consumer of Copyrighted Content
Trading in Code: India’s IPR Obligations Under TRIPS and Free Trade Agreements in the Age of AI
Legal Personhood for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Deepfakes and Misinformation: Confronting the Limits of Legal Remedy
Smart Contracts as Legally Binding Instruments

Environmental Law and Climate Policy

Global Frameworks to National Policy: Legal Pathways for India’s Clean Energy Transition
Right to a Clean Environment: Waste Management and the Constitutional Challenges of E-Waste and Biomedical Waste
India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme: Legal Challenges and Regulatory Gaps
COP Outcomes: Legal Implications for India’s Climate Strategy
Corporate Accountability: Combating Greenwashing Through Regulatory Frameworks

Corporate Law and Labour Law

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Big Data and Competition Law: Regulating Data-Driven Market Power?
Navigating the New Era of Merger Control: Deal Value Thresholds and Killer Acquisitions
Competition Advocacy and Antitrust Enforcement: Promoting Competitive Markets Through Law and Regulatory Awareness
New Labour Codes: Reshaping Corporate Compliance and Employer Responsibilities
Legal Status of Gig and Platform Workers in Virtual Work Arrangements

Human Rights and Global Justice

Manual Scavenging, Officially Banned, Unofficially Ongoing: Why a Law Passed a Decade Ago Still Hasn’t Ended Caste-Based Forced Labour in India
Justice Delayed: How Systematic Delays in the Justice System Impact Human Dignity
Reproductive Autonomy: The Law and Ethics of Abortion and Surrogacy
Access to Legal Aid: A Human Rights Imperative for Equal Justice
Postpartum Depression, Stigma and the Law: Barriers to Mental Healthcare Access as a Gender Justice Concern

Space Law

The New Arms Race: AI, Militarisation and Weaponisation of Outer Space
Beyond Earth: Legal Issues of Ownership, Extraction and Regulation in Outer Space
Regulatory Challenges in the Commercialisation of Outer Space and Space Tourism
State Responsibility for Satellite Collisions and the Regulation of Space Traffic
Crime, Jurisdiction and Liability in Outer Space: Emerging Legal and Policy Challenges

Maritime Law

MARPOL, UNCLOS and India’s Environmental Law Framework: Bridging International Obligations and Domestic Enforcement
The Blue Economy and Deep-Sea Resources: Corporate Exploitation, Conservation and Equity in Ocean Governance
Freedom, Security and Liability at Sea: Navigation Rights, Piracy and High-Risk Maritime Activity
Labour Standards at Sea: An Examination of Compliance and Enforcement under the Maritime Labour Convention
New Technologies at Sea: Legal Frameworks for Autonomous Vessels, AI-Assisted Navigation and Digitalisation in Shipping

Mode of Conference

The conference will be conducted in hybrid mode, allowing participation both online and offline.

Important Dates

Last Date for Abstract Submission: 20 November 2026
Last Date for Registration and Payment: 10 December 2026
Last Date for Full Paper Submission: 25 December 2026
Last Date for PowerPoint Presentation Submission: 25 January 2027
Conference Dates: 30–31 January 2027

Registration and Submission Procedure

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Abstract Submission: Paper presenters must submit their abstracts in Word document format through the designated Google Form. The email subject line should be “Abstract submission – Name of Paper Presenter”.
Author Registration and Payment Confirmation: After their abstracts are accepted, selected authors must complete event registration and payment according to the applicable fee category. Author Registration and Payment Confirmation Form. The payment guidelines are available here.
Full Paper Submission: Paper presenters must submit their full papers in Word document format through the designated Google Form. Submit Full Paper
PowerPoint Presentation Submission: Paper presenters must submit their presentations through the designated form. Submit PowerPoint Presentation
Upon registration, each participant will receive a unique three-character code, such as T01 or T02. This code will be used by both the CRC and participants throughout the conference.

Registration Fees

Indian Participants

Single Student Author: ₹1,200
Student Co-Authors (2): ₹1,600
Student Co-Authors (3): ₹1,900
Academicians/Professionals: ₹1,800
Academicians/Professionals (2): ₹2,200
Academicians/Professionals (3): ₹2,600
Academicians and Students (2): ₹1,800
Academicians and Students (3): ₹2,200

International Participants

International Single Student Author: US$20
International Student Co-Authors (2): US$25
International Student Co-Authors (3): US$30
International Academicians/Professionals: US$25

Payment Process

Step One: After receiving communication that the abstract has been accepted, selected authors will be provided with bank details to complete the registration payment according to the applicable fee category.
Step Two: After receiving abstract confirmation and making the payment, authors must complete the payment confirmation form, provide the required information and upload a screenshot of the payment details.
The registration fee does not include accommodation or international, national or local transportation. The organisers may assist participants with information about logistics and possible accommodation nearby.

Awards and Publication Opportunities

The conference offers the following awards:

First Best Paper: ₹16,000
Second Best Paper: ₹11,000
Third Best Paper: ₹8,000
Best Presenter: ₹5,000

The authors of the top 10 papers will be considered for an opportunity to intern with the conference partners, according to the applicable schedule.

The top five papers will be considered for publication in an ISSN-numbered journal. Selected papers may also be published in a journal with an ISSN or in conference proceedings with an ISBN.

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A certificate or e-certificate will be provided to every participant, while Certificates of Merit will be awarded for the 30 best paper presentations.

Publication Note: Additional charges apply to publication. Publication is subject to approval by the conference partners.