About IJLS, Alliance School of Law, Alliance University

The Alliance School of Law, Alliance University invites scholars, academicians, researchers, and legal professionals to submit original and unpublished manuscripts for Volume 12, Issue 1 (2026) of the International Journal of Law and Social Sciences (IJLS).

IJLS is a reputed peer-reviewed academic journal that provides a global platform for interdisciplinary research in law and allied social sciences.

About the International Journal of Law and Social Sciences (IJLS)

The International Journal of Law and Social Sciences (IJLS) is a double-blind peer-reviewed journal published by Alliance University.

Key Journal Details

• Online ISSN: 2583-8644
• Print ISSN: 2454-8553
• Publication Type: Peer-Reviewed Academic Journal

Indexing & Databases

IJLS is indexed and abstracted in:

• J-Gate
• Manupatra
• SCC Online
• Google Scholar
• Crossref
• ProQuest
• HeinOnline

The journal focuses on publishing high-quality research that addresses contemporary legal and socio-legal challenges.

Themes & Scope of Submission

Authors may submit manuscripts on contemporary debates and emerging issues related to:

• Law
• Social Sciences
• Interdisciplinary legal studies

Submissions are not restricted to specific sub-themes, encouraging innovative and cross-disciplinary research.

Types of Submissions & Word Limit

Authors may submit manuscripts under the following categories:

• Research Articles: 5,000 – 8,000 words
• Book Reviews: 2,500 – 3,000 words
• Case Comments: 1,000 – 1,500 words

Abstract Requirements

• Length: 250 – 300 words
• Keywords: Minimum 5

Authorship & Publication Fee

• Co-authorship: Permitted up to two authors
• Publication Fee: No publication or processing fee

IJLS follows a completely free and merit-based publication policy.

Submission Guidelines (Important)

All submissions must strictly follow the journal guidelines:

• A separate cover page including:
  • Author name(s)
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Email ID
  • Contact number
• Manuscript must include:
  • Introduction
  • Conclusion
• Citation Style:
  • The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (20th Edition)
• Manuscripts should be original and unpublished

📌 Detailed author guidelines are available on the journal’s official portal.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Submission: 30 June 2026

How to Submit Your Manuscript

• Submission Link: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gd9dBrKG
• Full Guidelines: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghPcDHKn

Contact & Editorial Support

For queries related to submission or guidelines, authors may contact:

• 📧 Email: ijls@alliance.edu.in

Editorial Team Contacts

• Dr. Smita Satapathy – +91 7381999449
• Dr. Rachana Choudhari – +91 9784991188
• Dr. Apoorva Mishra – +91 8149907698
• Dr. Shashank Kumar Dey – +91 9304407292