About the University
The National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) is one of India’s premier law institutions known for its rigorous academic programs and impactful legal research. Through the Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy (CLLRA), NLU Delhi engages in in-depth scholarship on labour, employment, and socio-legal issues. CLLRA hosts the NLUD Journal on Labour, an annual peer-reviewed platform that fosters interdisciplinary dialogue on labour law and allied areas.
About the Event
The NLUD Journal on Labour, published by CLLRA at NLU Delhi, invites submissions for its second issue (2025–26). This double-blind, peer-reviewed academic journal encourages contributions from academicians, researchers, practitioners, and activists with a keen interest in the socio-legal dimensions of labour. The upcoming edition centers on the theme: “Labour, Capitalism and Unfree Labour”, reflecting urgent and under-explored labour concerns in the context of socio-economic transformation.
Event Timeline
Stage | Date |
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Submissions Open | 15 July 2025 |
Final Deadline | 30 October 2025 |
Communication of Acceptance | 30 March 2026 |
Proposed Date of Publication | 15 June 2026 |
Format and Structure
This call invites original scholarly contributions across five types of submissions. All pieces must conform to APA citation style and specific formatting rules.
Types of Submissions
Category | Word Limit (inclusive of footnotes) | Description |
---|---|---|
Special Articles | 8,000–10,000 | In-depth theoretical/empirical research on the main theme |
Short Articles | 5,000–8,000 | Contemporary relevance with theoretical or empirical insights |
Insights/Perspectives | 3,500–4,500 | Futuristic, issue-based discussions on unaddressed labour topics |
Book Reviews/Case Notes | 2,500–3,000 | Reviews of relevant literature or major labour-related court decisions |
Field Notes/Pictorials | 1–2 pages | Real-world visual or methodological insights from labour research |
Location and Mode
Mode: Online submission and peer-review process
Publication: Online and print, distributed by CLLRA & NLU Delhi
Additional Highlights
- Theme for 2025–26 Issue: “Labour, Capitalism and Unfree Labour”
- Suggested sub-themes include:
- Informality, marginalisation, and exclusion in labour law
- Political economy and forms of exploitation
- Feminist and intersectional analysis
- Just transition debates
- Global capitalism and supply chain-related forced labour
- Editorial support and peer feedback provided during review
- Opportunity to be published under the guidance of leading labour law scholars
Eligibility
Open to:
- Academicians
- Legal and social science researchers
- Policy experts
- Labour law practitioners
- Activists
Submissions from interdisciplinary backgrounds are highly encouraged.
Registration Fee
None. Submission and publication are completely free.
Editorial Board
Led by distinguished scholars:
- Chief Patron: Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, NLU Delhi
- Patron: Prof. (Dr.) Ruhi Paul, Registrar, NLU Delhi
- Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Sophy K.J., Associate Professor & Director, CLLRA
- Managing Editor: Dev Dhar Dubey, PhD Scholar, NLU Delhi
Supported by an advisory and editorial board featuring Prof. Ritu Dewan, Prof. Babu Mathew, Prof. Ruth Dukes, Prof. Alan Bogg, and others.
Submission Guidelines
Style & Formatting
- Font: Times New Roman
- Body: Size 12, 1.5 spacing
- Footnotes: Size 10, single spacing
- Use APA citation style
- Abstract: Max 300 words + 5 keywords (for all but book reviews)
- One-inch indent at paragraph starts and one-line gap between paragraphs
Conditions
- Originality: No simultaneous submission elsewhere
- Copyright: Authors grant a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to the journal
- Liability: Authors bear responsibility for plagiarism or legal issues
FAQs
Q1: Is co-authorship allowed?
A: The call doesn’t restrict co-authorship but each author must adhere to originality and formatting guidelines.
Q2: Will submissions undergo peer review?
A: Yes, a rigorous double-blind peer-review process applies.
Q3: Are pictorial submissions peer-reviewed?
A: They are reviewed by the editorial board for relevance and originality.
Q4: Can I submit a piece unrelated to the main theme?
A: The focus is on the stated theme; however, interdisciplinary or creative connections to labour may be considered.
Important Links
Resource | Link |
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Submission Portal | Click Here |
Email for Submissions | jol@nludelhi.ac.in |
Journal Website | CLLRA Homepage |
Downloadables
Brochure
Contact
Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy (CLLRA)
National Law University, Delhi
📧 Email: jol@nludelhi.ac.in
🌐 Website: www.cllra.com
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Engage with critical conversations on labour, capitalism, and justice – submit your paper to the NLUD Journal on Labour today!
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