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.
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.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Submissions Open | 15 July 2025 |
| Final Deadline | 30 October 2025 |
| Communication of Acceptance | 30 March 2026 |
| Proposed Date of Publication | 15 June 2026 |
This call invites original scholarly contributions across five types of submissions. All pieces must conform to APA citation style and specific formatting rules.
| 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 |
Mode: Online submission and peer-review process
Publication: Online and print, distributed by CLLRA & NLU Delhi
Open to:
Submissions from interdisciplinary backgrounds are highly encouraged.
None. Submission and publication are completely free.
Led by distinguished scholars:
Supported by an advisory and editorial board featuring Prof. Ritu Dewan, Prof. Babu Mathew, Prof. Ruth Dukes, Prof. Alan Bogg, and others.
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.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Submission Portal | Click Here |
| Email for Submissions | jol@nludelhi.ac.in |
| Journal Website | CLLRA Homepage |
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Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy (CLLRA)
National Law University, Delhi
📧 Email: jol@nludelhi.ac.in
🌐 Website: www.cllra.com
Engage with critical conversations on labour, capitalism, and justice – submit your paper to the NLUD Journal on Labour today!
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