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Hon’ble Union Minister of Law and Justice Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal’s Visit to NLSIU

The Union Minister of Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, visited the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, on 16 September 2026. During the visit, students and faculty gave presentations on the recent initiatives in clinical legal education and on the student-led activities on legal aid and legal awareness at NLSIU, and engaged Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal in a discussion on the future of legal education in India.

The event began with an address by Lohith Reddy, Co-President of the Student Bar Association, followed by opening remarks from Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr) Sudhir Krishnaswamy. Darshana Mitra, Assistant Professor at NLSIU, then presented on the University’s faculty-led clinics in Juvenile Justice, Labour Justice and Criminal Justice. Mubarak and Yash, Convenors of the student-led Legal Services Clinic — India’s oldest university legal aid clinic — also presented an overview of their extensive work in legal aid and across legal awareness programmes. The Minister then took part in a conversation with Dr Sidharth Chauhan, Assistant Professor at NLSIU, on subjects ranging from court infrastructure and careers in public service to innovation in legal education.

The Minister subsequently addressed the NLSIU students, commending them for their work on legal aid and legal awareness programmes. He also spoke about the importance of pro bono lawyering, relying on the example of Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das’ pro bono and spirited defence of Aurobindo Ghosh in the case of Emperor v Aurobindo Ghosh and Others, popularly known as the Alipore Bomb case. He also underscored the value of temperance as a virtue in public debate, using the example of Shankaracharya’s debate with Mandana Mishra, and the former’s victory because of his calm and restrained speech.

Shri Meghwal spoke at length about the constitutional virtues of liberty, equality, and fraternity, stressing the importance of the latter and citing the Legal Services Clinic’s work as an example of service that fosters greater fraternity. He also spoke about Dr B.R. Ambedkar’s emphasis on equality as a prerequisite for true liberty. Lastly, the Minister addressed the need to adapt to inevitable technological innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), while also emphasising that AI can never entirely replace human intelligence.

The event concluded with remarks by the University Registrar, Dr Saurabh Bhattacharjee, who expressed the University’s commitment to supporting the Ministry of Law and Justice through research and participation in its initiatives, followed by a vote of thanks by Aarsha J., Co-President of the Student Bar Association.

Call for Applications | Research Associate – Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession | 1 Vacancy

National Law School of India University invites applications for one (1) position of Research Associate to work for the Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession (Centre). This is a full-time role on a contractual basis at the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru. It is initially for a period of one year, further extendable subject to satisfactory performance and the Centre’s requirements.

This is a unique opportunity for a fresh graduate or emerging researcher to build foundational skills in legal and policy research while contributing directly to the work of a newly established Centre focused on equity, inclusion, and justice within the legal profession in India.

About the Centre

The Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession was established in 2026 to advance equity, inclusion, and justice within the legal profession in India. The Centre anchors rigorous empirical research into the profession’s structure, regulation, norms, and practices, and supports sustained policy engagement and interdisciplinary scholarship, working through strategic partnerships and targeted interventions to inform debates and reforms that strengthen the legal profession and its role in advancing justice and social development. The Centre began its research activities in the 2026–27 academic year with the launch of the Women’s Inclusion and Leadership in Law (WILL) Initiative, a five-year effort to advance a more gender-inclusive litigation practice in India, and will expand its programmes and areas of intervention as it develops. The Centre is currently guided by a Faculty Director and Faculty Assistant Director.

About the Role

The Research Associate will work closely with the Centre’s Executive Director and Faculty Director and Assistant Director to support the Centre’s research and institutional activities.

The Research Associate will report to the Executive Director and the Centre’s Faculty Director.

Key Responsibilities

Specifically, the Research Associate will be responsible for:

Assisting in literature reviews, legal and policy research and analysis, and data collection across the Centre’s areas of research;
Assisting with the organisation of meetings, workshops, convenings, and events as required;
Maintaining systematic records of the Centre’s research activities and ensuring timely documentation;
Supporting the Centre’s dissemination efforts, including preparing resource, reading, and outreach material;
Assisting the Senior Research Associate and Executive Director with day-to-day Centre operations, as needed.

Qualifications

Essential

Graduate degree in law;
A demonstrable interest in the legal profession and legal system reform and/or interdisciplinary legal research.

Desirable

Two years of relevant post-qualification work experience in legal research, policy engagement and/or action-based research projects;
Proven research activity, including at least one publication or equivalent academic/policy output;
Excellent writing and editing skills across academic, policy, and public-facing formats and strong organizational skills
Self-driven and collaborative, with the ability to work independently.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form provided and include the following documents:

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
Solo-authored writing sample – published/unpublished;
A statement of purpose (500–800 words) explaining your interest in the Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession;
Contact details of two professional referees.

Application Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 30 September 2026, 5 PM (IST).

For any queries regarding the position, please write to .

Call for Applications | Executive Director – Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession | 1 Vacancy

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for the position of Executive Director at the newly established Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession (Centre). This is a full-time role on a contractual basis at the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru. It is initially for a period of two years, further extendable for the duration of the Centre’s projects, subject to satisfactory performance.
This is a rare leadership opportunity for an accomplished legal researcher to shape a new university centre from its founding stage.

About the Centre

The Centre began its research activities in the 2026–27 academic year with the launch of the Women’s Inclusion and Leadership in Law (WILL) Initiative, a five-year effort to advance a more gender-inclusive litigation practice in India, and will expand its programmes and areas of intervention as it develops. The Centre is currently guided by a Faculty Director and Faculty Assistant Director.

About the Role

This is a founding leadership role: the Executive Director will be responsible for building the Centre’s research agenda, lead the day-to-day working of the Centre while overseeing the Centre’s flagship, five-year Women’s Inclusion and Leadership in Law (WILL) Initiative.

The Executive Director will report to the Centre’s Faculty Director.

Key Responsibilities

Specifically, the Executive Director will be responsible for:

Driving the Centre’s research agenda by identifying priority areas of inquiry on the legal profession and overseeing and contributing to publications and policy briefs emerging from the Centre and the WILL Initiative.
Leading and managing the day-to-day working of the Centre and its institutional development, including a multi-year strategy in partnership with the faculty team and University leadership.
Representing the Centre externally, building and sustaining partnerships with stakeholders including Bar Councils, Bar Associations, judiciary and civil society organisations.
Overseeing the work and deliverables of the Centre’s flagship WILL Initiative.
Overseeing fundraising and donor relations for the Centre, identifying new funding opportunities, stewarding relationships with existing funders, and ensuring timely, high-quality reporting.
Ensuring sound financial management of the Centre’s and Initiative’s budgets, working with the University’s finance teams.

Qualifications

Essential

Graduate degree in law;
10–15 years of experience in legal research, including relevant leadership roles (e.g., leading research teams, centres, projects, or organisations).
Demonstrated track record of designing and leading empirical or policy research relevant to the legal profession, access to justice, or allied areas.
Experience managing teams and multi-year projects or programmes.
Excellent organisational, managerial, and communication skills, with the ability to represent an institution to external stakeholders, including funders, the judiciary, Bar bodies and civil society.
Self-driven and collaborative, with the ability to build institutions and systems from an early stage.

Desirable

Experience fundraising from, or engaging with, philanthropic or institutional funders.
Experience setting up or scaling a research centre, programme, or non-profit vertical.
Prior experience working on issues relating to gender and the legal profession, or women’s leadership in law.
Prior experience working within a university or academic research setting.
Demonstrated thought leadership through publications, policy engagement, or public commentary on the legal profession.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form provided and include the following documents:

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
Solo-authored writing sample – published/unpublished;
A statement of purpose (500–800 words) explaining your interest in the Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession;
Contact details of two professional referees.

Application Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 07 October 2026, 5 PM (IST).

For any queries regarding the position, please write to .

Call for Applications | Senior Research Associate – Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession | 1 Vacancy

National Law School of India University invites applications for one (1) position of Senior Research Associate to work for the Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession (Centre). This is a full-time role on a contractual basis at the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru. It is initially for a period of one year, further extendable subject to satisfactory performance and the Centre’s requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal researcher to help shape the strategic direction and research agenda of a newly established Centre situated at the heart of debates on equity, inclusion, and reform within the legal profession in India.

About the Centre

The Centre was established in 2026 to advance equity, inclusion, and justice within the legal profession in India. The Centre anchors rigorous empirical research into the profession’s structure, regulation, norms, and practices, and supports sustained policy engagement and interdisciplinary scholarship, working through strategic partnerships and targeted interventions to inform debates and reforms that strengthen the legal profession and its role in advancing justice and social development. The Centre began its research activities in the 2026–27 academic year with the launch of the Women’s Inclusion and Leadership in Law (WILL) Initiative, a five-year effort to advance a more gender-inclusive litigation practice in India, and will expand its programmes and areas of intervention as it develops. The Centre is currently guided by a faculty Director and faculty Assistant Director.

About the Role

The Senior Research Associate will work closely with the Centre’s Executive Director and Faculty Director and Faculty Assistant Director to help build the Centre’s research programme and institutional strategy. Within a small, high-ownership team, the Senior Research Associate will play a leading role in contributing to the Centre’s research outputs.

The Senior Research Associate will report to the Executive Director and the Centre’s Faculty Director.

Key Responsibilities

Specifically, the Senior Research Associate will be responsible for:

Assisting in the development of the Centre’s priority areas and research agenda in consultation with the Executive Director and Faculty Director, and Assistant Director;
Conceptualising and leading research on the structure, regulation, norms, and practices of the legal profession in India and other jurisdictions;
Ensuring that the research methodologies followed comply with ethical research practices;
Conducting literature reviews, legal and policy analysis, and data collection to inform the Centre’s research;
Publishing the Centre’s research findings in a range of formats, including academic articles, policy briefs, and public-facing commentary;
Facilitating stakeholder meetings to gain insights and identify actionable reform measures;
Supervising the work of the Research Associate and any interns supporting the Centre;
Contributing to proposal development and fundraising efforts to sustain and grow the Centre;
Submitting at least 1 peer-reviewed journal article each year and/or publish 2 short form pieces, such as blog articles, policy briefs, case briefs, and/or commentaries for the NLS Scholarship Repository and/or opinion pieces or commentaries in popular media each year.

Qualifications

Essential

Graduate degree in law;
At least 5 years of post-qualification work experience.

Desirable

Master’s degree in law.
Prior experience in legal research or policy engagement.
Demonstrated research ability in a research or academic setting, including at least one publication or equivalent output;
Experience developing strategy documents, comparative research, or institutional research agendas;
Excellent writing and editing skills across academic, policy, and public-facing formats. Strong analytical, collation/synthesis, communication (written and oral), technical, and time-management skills;
Self-driven and collaborative, with the ability to work independently.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form provided and include the following documents:

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
Solo-authored writing sample – published/unpublished;
A statement of purpose (500–800 words) explaining your interest in the Centre for the Study of the Legal Profession;
Contact details of two professional referees.

Application Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 30 September 2026, 5 PM (IST).

For any queries regarding the position, please write to .

Call for Applications | NLSIU Research Fellowships (Multiple Positions)

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for the following NLSIU Fellowships on a contract basis:

Graduate Research Fellowship (10 positions)
NLSIU Postdoctoral Fellowship (5 positions)
University Research Fellowship (5 positions)

About the Fellowships

The NLSIU Research Fellowships programme offers exciting opportunities for scholars to advance innovative and high-impact research in law, social sciences, and public policy. Designed for researchers at different stages of their academic and professional journey, the programme invites scholars to spend dedicated time at NLSIU working on their research and engaging with the University’s diverse intellectual community.

In selecting the Fellows, the University is committed to supporting research that:

(i) advances fresh theoretical perspectives and contributes meaningfully to knowledge systems; and/or

(ii) generates robust empirical evidence, identifies practical pathways for institutional and system reform, and bridges scholarship, policy and practice.

We welcome both interdisciplinary and disciplinary research.

The Research Fellowships programme builds on the Academic Fellowship (AF) programme, which has successfully graduated three cohorts into academic positions and PhDs around the world since its inception. Established in 2025–26, the Research Fellowships Programme carries this legacy forward with an expanded vision: to create an even more dynamic platform for cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary engagement, and impactful scholarship.

To learn more about the Fellowships, visit our Research Fellowships page.

Duration

The duration of each fellowship varies. Please refer to the Research Fellowships page for more information.

Location

Fellows are expected to be on campus during their fellowship period.

Remuneration

The starting monthly remuneration for each fellowship category is as follows:

Graduate Research Fellowship: Rs 50,000/- per month
Postdoctoral Fellowship: Rs 1,20,000/- per month
University Research Fellowship: Rs 2,00,000/- per month

The fellowship remuneration will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background, qualifications, relevant experience, and overall suitability for the fellowship.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form for the relevant fellowship:

Deadline

Applications are invited for intake starting January 2027 only. The deadline for submission is 30 October 2026, 5:00 pm IST.

For any queries, please write to or .

Due to the large number of applications, we regret that we can only respond to candidates who are shortlisted for an interview and selected for the programme. Thank you for your understanding.

Call for Applications | Senior Research Associate – Juvenile Justice Clinic | 1 Vacancy

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for one (01) full-time contractual position of Senior Research Associate, based at the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru. The appointment will be for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project requirements.

About the Project

The Juvenile Justice Clinic seeks to strengthen the juvenile justice system in the State of Karnataka. The project pursues this objective through a Helpdesk established at the Government Observation Home in Madiwala, Bengaluru, which provides legal aid and psychosocial support to Children in Conflict with the Law (CiCLs).

The Clinic also works closely with key stakeholders from government departments and the judiciary to deliver targeted capacity-building programmes aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the juvenile justice system. In addition, the project undertakes empirical research and strategic advocacy to drive systemic reforms that promote the protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration of CiCLs.

About the Role

The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for leading the Clinic’s research strategy and ensuring the timely completion of planned research outputs.

The incumbent will report to the Clinic Co-Directors and/or the Director of Clinics.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute the research agenda and outputs of the Juvenile Justice Clinic.
Develop and implement research plans in consultation with the Clinic’s Co-Directors.
Identify critical issues within the juvenile justice system and undertake in-depth analysis to develop policy positions, research reports, policy briefs, and other scholarly outputs.
Plan, organise, and participate in consultations, roundtables, workshops, and conferences at the state and national levels.
Engage in child rights advocacy through strategic collaboration with government departments, judicial institutions, and civil society organisations.
Travel to Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and other stakeholder locations across Karnataka and other research sites, as required.
Publish research outputs in the form of academic articles, policy briefs, blogs, and opinion pieces.
Develop capacity-building resources and training materials for workshops, training programmes, and conferences.
Maintain research databases and documentation while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility.
Oversee the drafting of legal opinions and review relevant national and state policies pertaining to juvenile justice.

Qualifications

Essential

Master’s degree in law or an allied discipline from a recognised university.
Demonstrated proficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite), MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Strong time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Desirable

Ability to speak and read Kannada.

Experience

Essential

5-7 years of research experience, including demonstrated expertise in the design and conceptualisation of research projects in the fields of human rights, child rights, or allied areas.
Experience supervising or mentoring research assistants.

Desirable

Experience working on issues related to human rights and child protection systems in India.

Key Competencies

Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Strong command of legal research databases and demonstrated proficiency in data collection, management, and analysis.
Ability to work with and analyse large datasets.
Proven ability to maintain research trackers and monitor documentation for ongoing research and project activities.

Compensation and Terms

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant experience, and University norms.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form provided and include the following documents:

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words) outlining:
- Your vision for the Juvenile Justice Clinic; and
- Your suitability for the position.
Contact details of two professional referees.

Application Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 24 September 2026, 5 PM (IST).
For any queries regarding the position, please write to .

Call for Applications | Programme Manager, Litigation Fellowship

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for one full-time Programme Manager, Litigation Fellowship position under the Litigation Fellowship Programme (30 Fellows).

The Fellowship Programme will run from August 2026 to July 2028 and is designed to support the professional development of early-career litigators through structured mentorship, training, and peer learning opportunities. The position is based at the NLSIU Campus, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, and is offered on a full-time contractual basis for an initial period of one year, renewable based on performance and programme requirements.

The Programme Manager will report to the Director of Clinics, NLSIU, and work alongside a Co-Programme Manager to support programme implementation, Fellow and mentor engagement, reporting and evaluation, training and capacity-building activities, and administrative and outreach functions across the Fellowship Programme.

About the Programme

The Litigation Fellowship Programme places 30 Fellows with mentor advocates and litigation chambers over a two-year term. The programme combines structured mentorship, a curated reading and training curriculum, and regular reporting and evaluation processes.

The programme is supported by clearly defined Terms of Reference, a structured calendar that includes monthly, quarterly, and biannual in-person engagements, and formal reporting mechanisms for both Fellows and mentors.

This position is the second Programme Manager role for the cohort. The two Programme Managers will share responsibility for programme administration, reporting, events management, and Fellow support, with each managing a designated portfolio of Fellows and mentors.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

Fellow and Mentor Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned portfolio of Fellows and their mentor advocates/chambers.
Track Fellow placements, attendance, and progress against programme milestones and timelines.
Coordinate regular check-ins with Fellows and support quarterly and biannual in-person convenings.
Identify and escalate placement, mentorship, performance, or wellbeing concerns to the Director of Clinics in a timely manner.
Facilitate effective communication between Fellows, mentors, and programme administration.

Reporting and Evaluation

Administer Fellow and mentor reporting processes in accordance with the programme’s evaluation framework.
Consolidate periodic reports into programme-level updates for the funder and University administration.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of Fellow participation, attendance, performance, and milestone completion.
Support programme monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment activities.

Training and Capacity Building

Support the delivery of the programme’s reading curriculum and training sessions.
Coordinate schedules, faculty engagement, and guest facilitators for workshops and learning events.
Assist in organizing skills-development workshops, assessments, and professional development activities for Fellows.
Monitor participation and learning outcomes across training interventions.

Administrative and Outreach Functions

Maintain the programme calendar and ensure timely communication of deadlines, events, and programme updates to Fellows and mentors.
Support budgeting, logistics, procurement, and vendor coordination for training sessions, workshops, and in-person convenings.
Assist with correspondence and reporting to the programme funder (APF), partner organizations, and other institutional stakeholders.
Maintain programme documentation, including Terms of Reference, MoUs, trackers, databases, and administrative records.
Coordinate outreach and engagement activities with mentor advocates, litigation chambers, partner institutions, and relevant stakeholders.
Support dissemination of programme information through events, communications, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Facilitate relationship-building and ongoing communication with programme partners and collaborators.
Ensure compliance with University policies, programme requirements, and reporting obligations.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications for the role

Essential:

A law degree (LL.B./B.A. LL.B.).
Ability to read, write, and speak Kannada fluently.
3–6 years of relevant professional experience, which may include:
- Litigation practice;
- Programme or fellowship management;
- Clinical legal education; or
- Legal sector/non-profit programme coordination.
Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and reporting cycles simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and other programme-management tools.
Ability to work independently, exercise discretion when handling sensitive matters, and collaborate effectively with a co-Programme Manager.

Desirable:

Familiarity with legal systems and fellowship programs is desirable.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in spoken English and Hindi

Experience

Essential:

4+ years in project/program management, preferably in legal education, access to justice, or nonprofit sectors. The criteria may be relaxed depending on the educational qualifications of the candidates

Desirable:

Prior litigation practice or chambers experience.
Familiarity with the Bengaluru litigation and chambers ecosystem.
Experience managing university clinical programmes, fellowships, legal non-profits, or comparable multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Experience in funder reporting, grant management, monitoring and evaluation, data management, and programme documentation.

Compensation and Terms

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant experience, and University norms.

How to Apply?

Applicants must submit their application through the designated Google form, and include the following documents:

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words) outlining:
- Your vision for the Fellowship Programme; and
- Your suitability for the role.
Names, designations, and contact details of two professional or academic referees.

For any queries, please write to .

Deadline

The last date for submission of application is extended to 25 September 2026 (5 PM IST).

Alumni Giving in Action – Transforming Lives Through Financial Aid

NLS Giving Campaign 2026 is an initiative to provide the alumni community updates on key initiatives at NLSIU and invite their support in jointly achieving the University’s development goals.

At NLSIU, we believe that every deserving student should have the opportunity to pursue a world-class legal education, irrespective of their financial circumstances. Financial aid remains central to the University’s commitment to ensuring that merit, talent and potential are never limited by economic barriers.

One such student was Devansh Shukla, the first recipient of the Swaminath and Nirmala Raja Scholarship, established by alumnus Siddharth Raja (B.A.,LL.B. ’97) in memory of his late parents. When Devansh joined NLSIU, the COVID-19 pandemic had significantly affected his family’s income, leaving him uncertain about whether he would be able to continue his legal education. Through the Swaminath and Nirmala Raja Scholarship, he was able to complete his five-year B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) programme, demonstrating the life-changing impact that donor-supported scholarships can have.

Building on this legacy, Siddharth Raja has renewed the scholarship for a second cycle, extending support to another deserving student. This continuation underscores his enduring commitment to NLSIU and to the principle that no talented student should be held back by financial hardship.

Reflecting on the scholarship, Siddharth Raja shared:

“The scholarship instituted complements my ‘giving back’ to my dear alma mater—indeed, it signifies the ‘squaring’ of the circle, in my view, of all my teaching contributions to NLSIU over the years.”

He added:

“I can’t think of a better way to say thank you for all the Almighty’s blessings on us than to see at least one student through law school. I know my late parents, in whose name the scholarship is instituted, and who were both strong votaries of this institution, would be proud and happy too.”

Highlighting the impact of the scholarship, Dr Saurabh Bhattacharjee, Registrar, said, “We are deeply grateful to Siddharth Raja for his generosity and continued commitment to our students. The Swaminath and Nirmala Raja Scholarship reflects the very best of our alumni spirit and strengthens National Law School’s mission to provide inclusive and accessible high-quality education such that no deserving student is held back by financial hardship.”

Siddharth was a British Council & Foreign and Commonwealth Office Chevening Scholar and J. N. Tata Scholar at the University of Warwick Law School. He is currently the Executive Dean of Vinayaka Mission’s Law School (VMLS), after having spent close to three decades as a senior and distinguished corporate lawyer and counsel, in India and overseas. The scholarship initiative by Siddharth is an inspiration to current students and alumni in building a sense of belonging and giving back to our community.

Every Contribution Creates a Pathway

Every scholarship represents a student’s journey made possible by the generosity of those who choose to give back. Together, our alumni are creating opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom.

As part of the NLS Giving Campaign 2026, we invite our alumni and friends to continue this tradition of giving. To give back, click here.

Call for Papers | 14th International Conference on Labour History, 11-13 March 2027

The Centre for Labour Studies, NLSIU, along with the Association of Indian Labour Historians (AILH), invites papers for the 14th International Conference on Labour History, “Labour in the Time of Crises: New Frontiers, Old Challenges“, to be held at NLSIU, Bengaluru, from 11-13 March 2027.

Themes of the conference include:

Technology, AI, and the Crisis of Agency
Law, Regulation, and Rights of Labour
Migration, Agrarian Urbanism, and Global Shocks
Care Work, Domestic Labour, and Social Identities
Labour Movements and the Praxis of Resistance

Panel proposals are also welcome.

Key Dates:

Abstract (500 words) and bio-note (100 words): 30 September 2026
Notification of acceptance: 20 October 2026
Full paper: 1 February 2027

Submissions to:

For further details, please refer to the CFP.

Launching NLSIU Giving Campaign 2026

As NLSIU continues to strengthen its position as India’s leading law school, the University remains committed to ensuring that students are able to access an NLSIU education, irrespective of their financial circumstances. Alongside expanding academic programmes, strengthening research, enhancing student life and developing campus infrastructure, NLSIU continues to place student access and inclusion at the heart of its growth.

Our alumni have always played an important role in this journey. Over the years, alumni have established named scholarships, supported student financial aid, contributed to infrastructure and academic initiatives, and strengthened the University’s long-term vision through both individual and class gifts. The success of the Financial Aid Drive in 2021 and the University’s first Alumni Giving Month in 2022 demonstrated the generosity of the NLSIU community, with alumni from across India and around the world coming together to invest in the next generation of students.

Building on this momentum, NLSIU is launching the NLSIU Giving Campaign 2026, a two-month campaign that invites alumni and friends of the University to support the institution’s continued growth. While the campaign will highlight the many ways philanthropy strengthens NLSIU – from teaching and research to student life, sustainability, and campus development – its primary fundraising focus will be Scholarships and Financial Aid, ensuring that no deserving student is denied the opportunity to study at NLSIU because of financial constraints.

The campaign also marks the launch of the NLSIU Alumni Annual Fund, NLSIU’s annual giving community. In honour of the University’s Foundation year, 1988, Alumni contributing ₹1,988 and above will become members of the NLSIU Alumni Annual Fund and join a growing community committed to sustaining excellence, expanding access and shaping the future of legal education in India.

Running from 24 August to 24 October 2026, the campaign will feature student stories, alumni testimonials, institutional milestones, donor spotlights and updates on the impact of philanthropy across the University. Through these stories, we hope to celebrate the collective spirit of the NLSIU community and invite alumni to give back in whatever way they can, ensuring that future generations of students continue to benefit from the transformative education that has shaped thousands of NLSIU graduates.

To know more about the campaign and to contribute, click here.