ABOUT THE ORGANISATION”
Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, is a premier national law university established under the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab Act, 2006. Recognised by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission, RGNUL is committed to excellence in legal education, research, and policy-oriented scholarship. Through its specialised research centres, the University actively engages with contemporary legal and socio-economic issues, promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and academic innovation.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Centre for Advanced Studies in Labour Welfare (CASLW) and the Centre for Advanced Studies in Human Rights (CASIHR), RGNUL, are jointly organising a One-Day National Conference on “The New Labour Codes: Prospective Concerns for Human Rights” on 20 March 2026 in hybrid mode. The conference aims to critically analyse India’s labour law reforms and their implications for labour welfare, dignity of labour, and human rights.
ABOUT CALL FOR PAPERS
The Organising Committee invites original and unpublished research papers, articles, and case comments that engage critically with the theme of the conference. Submissions may adopt doctrinal, empirical, comparative, or interdisciplinary approaches and should contribute meaningfully to contemporary labour law and human rights discourse.
ELIGIBILITY
Submissions are invited from:
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Academicians and Researchers
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Legal Practitioners and Policy Professionals
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Ph.D. Scholars
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Postgraduate and Undergraduate Students
THEME
The New Labour Codes: Prospective Concerns for Human Rights
SUBMISSION CATEGORIES
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Abstract Submission
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Full Paper Submission
FORMATTING GUIDELINES
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Font: Times New Roman
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Font Size: 12 (main text)
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Line Spacing: 1.5
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Alignment: Justified
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Paper Size: A4
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Margins: 1 cm on all sides
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Citation Style: Bluebook (21st Edition)
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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Abstract length: 250—300 words (maximum 4 keywords)
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Full paper word limit: Maximum 5000 words
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Co-authorship permitted up to two authors
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Language: English only
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Plagiarism limit: 10% (excluding footnotes and bibliography)
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Submissions must be original and unpublished
REGISTRATION FEES
A consolidated registration and publication fee of ₹1000 (Rupees One Thousand only) is payable upon acceptance of the abstract. The fee is inclusive of all registration charges.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Participants whose abstracts are accepted shall be required to complete the registration by making payment of the registration fee through the mode specified by the organisers. Registration shall be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
REGISTRATION AND SUBMISSION DEADLINE (IMPORTANT DATES)
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Last date for Abstract Submission: 25 February 2026
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Intimation of Acceptance: 1 March 2026
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Last date for Full Paper Submission and Registration: 5 March 2026
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Date of Conference: 20 March 2026
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE
All submissions must be made electronically in MS Word format through the submission links circulated by the Organising Committee. Separate links have been provided for abstract and full paper submissions.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: caslw@rgnul.ac.in, casihr@rgnul.ac.in, labourcodes2026@gmail.com
Phone: 0175-2391600
OFFICIAL LINKS
Link to submit Abstract: LINK
Link to submit Full Paper: LINK
Link to the brochure Click Here