IILS Law Review [Vol XII, Issue 2 (Sept) 2026]

About the Institute

The Indian Institute of Legal Studies acknowledged as one of the best law colleges in India, was established in the year 2010. The institute is settled in the cradle of the quaint Himalayas and picturesque surroundings, assimilating nature and education, a combination that is a rarity in itself.

About the Journal

A cardinal requirement of an academic life is the exchange of intellectual ideas and the expression of opinions. The Indian Institute of Legal Studies has provided such a platform in the form of IILS Law Review, with an ISSN Number 2320-5318.

It is a peer-reviewed journal acclaimed for original ideas and academic honesty. The Journal is currently soliciting submissions for Volume XII, Issue 2 (SEPTEMBER) 2026.

Nature of Contributions

• Articles: An article must conduct a complete analysis of the area of law, which the author seeks to highlight. It must contain a comprehensive study of the existing law with the suggestions and conclusions of the Author. Word Limit being 4,000 to 6,000 words.
• Notes: A note is a relatively concise form of an argument advanced by the author. The focus of a note should be on a relatively new debate or controversy regarding the interpretation or implementation in the law. Notes shall primarily highlight contemporary issues, which need to be addressed, and the authors are expected to offer a solution. The maximum word limit for a manuscript in the form of note is 2,500 words.
• Comments: A comment is where the author may decide to critique any recent/landmark judicial pronouncement or any recent legislation or bill before the Parliament or State Legislature. The word limit for a comment is 2,500 words.
• Book Review: A Book Review is where the author identifies the central idea of the book, gives the reader indication of the author’s style, approach, or premises, and then offers an overall evaluation adding suggestions and latest amendments to the given laws in the book. The word limit is from 1800-2000 words.

Submission Guidelines

• Text
  • Font Style: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Alignment: Justified
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
• Title and Headings
  • Main Title:
  • Font Style: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 14 pt
  • Alignment: Centred
  • Bold: Yes
• Abstract:
  • Length: 200-300 words
  • Font Style: Times New Roman (Italics)
  • Font Size: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing:1.15
  • Alignment: Justified
• Keywords: Up to 5 keywords
  • Font Style: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Alignment: Justified
• Footnotes and Citation Style
  • Citation Style: Bluebook (21st Edition)
  • Font Style: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 10 pt
  • Line Spacing: Single
  • Alignment: Justified
  • No Endnotes allowed, only Footnotes

Co-Author Guidelines

• Number of Co-Authors: A manuscript may have up to two co-authors.
• Contribution: Each co-author must have significantly contributed to the research and writing of the manuscript.
• Corresponding Author: One author must be designated as the corresponding author who will handle all correspondence with the journal. (to be mentioned in the declaration form)
• Plagiarism is allowed up to 10%. Any form of plagiarism beyond this will result in immediate rejection of the manuscript.
• The authors are to send a plagiarism report along with the manuscript and declaration.

How to Submit?

Submissions to be made through email: iils.lawreview.5318@gmail.com. Subject Line: “Submission for IILS Law Review (Vol. XII Issue I).

Important dates

• Last Date for Full paper Submission: 25 April 2026 including abstract.
• Intimation of the Selection of Full Paper: 20 th June 2026

Contact

For Queries, drop an email at iils.lawreview.5318@gmail.com
Rinti Paul : 9593800428
Neha Choudhary : 9907074322
Anshita Agarwal : 9641180725