Call for Papers | RMLNLU Law Review [Volume XVI]

Organized by Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), Lucknow

The Journal Committee of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), Lucknow is pleased to announce the Call for Papers for Volume XVI of the RMLNLU Law Review. Celebrating over fifteen years of academic contribution, the RMLNLU Law Review invites submissions from law students, academicians, professionals, and researchers on contemporary legal issues.

This prestigious peer-reviewed annual publication is known for its rigorous editorial standards and commitment to promoting scholarly discourse.

About the Institution

Established in 2005, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow, is one of India's premier national law universities. It is fully funded by the Government of Uttar Pradesh and currently ranks among the top 15 law institutions in the country (as per NIRF 2021). RMLNLU continues to foster a vibrant academic environment for legal education and research.

About the Journal

The RMLNLU Law Review is a student-run, annual, double-blind peer-reviewed journal. It operates in collaboration with an Advisory Board of distinguished professors, practitioners, and legal professionals, ensuring a high standard of scholarship and editorial excellence.

Submission Categories

The Journal welcomes original, unpublished manuscripts under the following categories:

• Articles: 5000–7000 words
• Essays: 4000–5000 words
• Case Notes/Comments: 2000–3000 words
• Book Reviews: 2000–3000 words

(Word limits exclude footnotes and abstract.)

Review Process

The editorial process involves three rounds of rigorous review, with close involvement from the Advisory Board. Authors will be updated about the status of their submissions at each stage.

Submission Guidelines

Formatting:

• Main Text: Times New Roman, 12 pt., 1.5 line spacing, justified
• Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt., 1.0 line spacing
• Citation Style: Strictly OSCOLA (4th Edition); no endnotes or speaking footnotes

Structure:

• Abstract: 250–300 words with 5 keywords (in the same Word file as the manuscript)
• Title: Bold, Underlined, UPPERCASE, Size 16, Center-Aligned
• Headings: Bold, UPPERCASE, Size 14, Left-Aligned
• The manuscript must not reveal the identity of the author(s)

General Instructions

• Co-authorship: Allowed up to 2 authors (not permitted for book reviews and case notes)
• Only one submission per author/team will be considered
• Plagiarism limit: Maximum of 33%. Submissions exceeding this will be rejected
• Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere
• All submissions should exhibit critical evaluation and originality

How to Submit?

• Email submissions in .doc or .docx format to: [email protected]
• Name of file: Name(s) of author(s)
• Subject line: ‘Article/Essay/Case Comment/Book Review for Volume XVI’
• Include a cover letter in the body of the email with the following:
  • Full name(s) of the author(s)
  • Academic qualifications & designation
  • Institution
  • Postal address
  • Contact number
  • Email ID

No separate cover letter attachments will be accepted.

Important Deadline

• Last Date to Submit: September 4, 2025

Contact Information

For queries or clarifications, you may reach out to:

• Email: [email protected]
• Student Coordinators:
  • Ananya Bhandari: +91 63980 59230
  • Sakshi Tiwari: +91 91207 51506
  • Arushi Khare: +91 73185 54071
  • Nishtha Chopra: +91 78886 10024

This is an excellent opportunity for legal scholars and practitioners to contribute to one of India’s most reputable student-edited law journals. Don’t miss the chance to share your research with a wide academic and professional audience.

Submit your manuscript by September 4, 2025.

The submission guidelines are here.