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The Dharmashastra National Law University Student Law Journal (DNLU-SLJ) has announced a call for papers for its upcoming Volume V (2026), inviting submissions from students, academicians, researchers, and legal practitioners across disciplines.
The DNLU-SLJ, a peer-reviewed and student-run academic journal, aims to promote high-quality legal scholarship and interdisciplinary research. The journal provides a platform for contributors to engage with contemporary legal issues through analytical and original writing. (slj.mpdnlu.ac.in)
Submissions must be made exclusively through the official online portal of the journal. The Editorial Board has clarified that manuscripts submitted through any other mode, including email, will not be considered. Authors are required to submit their work in .docx format while ensuring complete anonymity in the manuscript. (Live Law)
The journal follows strict formatting and citation standards. Submissions must adhere to the OSCOLA (4th edition) citation style, with specific formatting requirements for titles, headings, and footnotes. Additionally, contributors must comply with the journal’s research integrity and plagiarism policies. (Lawctopus)
The call for papers encourages original and unpublished work across a wide range of legal topics, reflecting the journal’s commitment to fostering diverse and transdisciplinary discourse in law. Manuscripts that do not conform to the prescribed guidelines may be rejected at the discretion of the Editorial Board. (Lawctopus)
The deadline for submission is May 5, 2026. Authors will receive an acknowledgment of receipt within ten days of submission. (Lawctopus)
With this announcement, DNLU-SLJ continues its effort to strengthen academic engagement and contribute to evolving legal scholarship in India and beyond.