Call for Papers: International Journal of Transparency and Accountability in Governance (IJTAG) by NLU Delhi [ 2025, Online, Free Publication]Apply by 30 September 2025

About the University/Organization

National Law University Delhi is a reputed institute of legal education, known for its academic excellence and commitment to public interest lawyering. The university has established the Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance (CTAG) to foster legal scholarship and public discourse around transparency, accountability, and good governance.

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About the Event

This annual publication opportunity through the International Journal of Transparency and Accountability in Governance (IJTAG) provides a platform for scholars, legal professionals, and policy enthusiasts to contribute original research on transparency, accountability, and governance. The journal is peer-reviewed and does not charge any fees for submission, processing, or publication.

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Theme

“Combating Corruption & Promoting Good Governance”

Suggested (but not exhaustive) sub-themes include:

• Access to Justice and Institutional Accountability
• Role of Judiciary, Legislature, and Executive
• Professional Ethics in Public Institutions
• Anti-Corruption Mechanisms and Laws
• RTI, Privacy, and Transparency
• Lokpal, Lokayuktas, and Whistleblower Protection
• Corporate, Environmental, and Urban Governance
• Judicial Integrity and Post-Retirement Conflicts
• Technology, E-Governance, and Public Procurement
• International Anti-Corruption Frameworks

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Categories of Submission

• Research Papers: 5,000–10,000 words
• Experts Comment: 2,000–3,000 words
• Judgment Analysis/Comment: 2,000–4,000 words
• Book/Reports Review: 2,000–3,000 words
  (Word counts exclude footnotes)

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Formatting & Submission Guidelines

• Font: Times New Roman
• Main Text: Size 12, 1.5 spacing, justified
• Footnotes: Size 10, single spacing
• Citation Style: CTAG Style Manual for Legal Citation (no endnotes)
• Visuals: Charts/diagrams/tables permitted within the manuscript
• Blind Review: Double-blind peer review process with 3-tier screening
• File Uploads: Manuscript + Cover Letter + Signed Declaration

📝 Co-authorship allowed (max 2 authors).

📌 No publication or submission fee.

📥 Submit Your Manuscript Here
📄 CTAG Style Manual

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Event Timeline

Stage	Date
Submission Deadline	30 September 2025
Result Announcement	Within 6–9 Months

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Location and Mode

• Mode: Online
• Venue: National Law University Delhi (for official correspondence)
• Publication: Annual Print + Online Issue

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Additional Highlights

• ISSN: 2395-4337
• Publication Fee: None
• Recognition: Formerly UGC CARE-listed journal for 10+ years
• Copyright: Assigned to CTAG, NLU Delhi
• Conflict of Interest Policy: Strictly Enforced

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Eligibility

Open to academicians, researchers, legal professionals, and postgraduate law students. Faculty members and students of NLU Delhi are not eligible.

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FAQs

Q1: Is there a fee for submission or publication?
A: No, IJTAG does not charge any fee.

Q2: Can I co-author my submission?
A: Yes, up to one co-author is permitted.

Q3: Can NLUD students or faculty contribute?
A: No, they are not eligible as per the conflict of interest policy.

Q4: Will I retain copyright?
A: No, copyright is transferred to CTAG upon acceptance.

Q5: What citation format is used?
A: CTAG Style Manual (available on the website).

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Important Links

Resource	Link
Registration Portal	Click Here
Style Manual	Download Here
Official Website	Visit Here

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Contact

• Email: ijtag.ctag@nludelhi.ac.in
• Centre Email: ctag@nludelhi.ac.in
• Subject Line: “IJTAG – Volume XII – [Your Query Title]”
• Address:
  The Editor, IJTAG
  CTAG, Room No: 209, Academic Block, NLU Delhi,
  Sector – 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078, India

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