ABOUT THE ORGANISER/COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

About National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal
Established in 1997, NLIU is one of the first universities founded under the National Law School framework. With the Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh serving as its Chancellor, the University maintains strong ties with the High Court of Madhya Pradesh and the National Judicial Academy.

About CSIPR
The Cell for Studies in Intellectual Property Rights (CSIPR) was established to foster knowledge and research in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). The Cell regularly organizes conferences, seminars, workshops, and guest lectures, and publishes the annual peer-reviewed NLIU IPR Law Journal.

About R.K. Dewan & Co.
Established in 1942 by Raj Kumar Dewan, R.K. Dewan & Co. is one of India’s oldest and most respected Intellectual Property Rights law firms. With over eight decades of experience, the firm provides comprehensive IP services including filing, prosecution, enforcement, and litigation across India and major international jurisdictions.

DETAILS ABOUT THE EVENT/OPPORTUNITY

The 1st NLIU – R.K. Dewan Paper Presentation Conference is a National Paper Presentation Conference on “Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property Law”, scheduled to be held on 7–8 March 2026 at NLIU Bhopal.

The Conference aims to:

• Encourage high-quality academic research on emerging issues in Intellectual Property Law

• Provide a platform for structured academic discussion

• Facilitate interaction between academia and legal practitioners

• Promote critical analysis of legal and policy developments in IPR

Conference Structure:

• Conducted over two days

• Thematic panel presentations before an academic and professional panel

• Top 50 papers selected for offline presentation

• 35 papers selected for hybrid (online) presentation on a first-come-first-serve basis

• Selection based on blind review of abstracts

Theme:
Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property Law

Indicative Sub-Themes Include:

• Commercialisation of IP

• Balancing Innovation and Public Interest

• Cross-Border IP Protection

• IP and Market Power

• Future of IP Governance

WHO IS IT FOR / ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE

The Conference is open to:

• Undergraduate students

• Postgraduate students

• Research scholars

• Academicians

• Legal professionals

Authorship:

• Single author or maximum of two authors

• No submission with more than two authors accepted

MODE OF THE EVENT

Primarily Offline at NLIU, Bhopal, with limited Hybrid (Online) Presentation slots available.

LOCATION (COUNTRY/STATE/CITY) & VENUE OF THE EVENT

National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh, India

REGISTRATION / SUBMISSION LINKS & PROCEDURE

Step 1 – Abstract Submission (300–500 words + 3–5 keywords)
Submission through the designated Google Form.

Phase I Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsTkBBGJzmhW5cOK8U3o7BCxRwwCc_xhkQIA_dYFnQQCJ0A/viewform?usp=header

Step 2 – Notification of Acceptance
Top 50 (offline) and Top 35 (online) selections announced within 2 days of abstract deadline.

Step 3 – Final Paper Submission
Full manuscript submission after abstract acceptance.

Step 4 – Phase II Registration
Mandatory for shortlisted participants to confirm presentation slot.

FEE DETAILS

Phase I Registration: ₹1,000 per team (mandatory with abstract submission)

Phase II Registration:

• Offline Presentation: ₹5,000 per team

• Hybrid (Online) Presentation: ₹2,500 per team

PRIZES

• Best Presentation – INR 20,000 + Internship Opportunity at R.K. Dewan

• Runner Up – INR 17,000 + Internship Opportunity at R.K. Dewan

• Best Paper – INR 14,000 + Internship Opportunity at R.K. Dewan

DEADLINES / IMPORTANT DATES

• 24.02.2026 – Deadline for Submission of Abstracts

• 26.02.2026 – Notification of Acceptance

• 05.03.2026 – Deadline for Submission of Full Manuscripts

• 07–08.03.2026 – Paper Presentation Conference at NLIU Bhopal

CONTACT INFORMATION

Convenor: Nitesh Shukla – +91 7905461782
Co-Convenor: Karuna Dewda – +91 6266282484
Secretary: Priyansh Shrivastava – +91 8305808314

LinkedIn: nliu.csipr
Instagram: nliu.csipr
Website: https://csipr.nliu.ac.in/

OFFICIAL LINK OF THE EVENT

Official Website: https://csipr.nliu.ac.in/

Official Brochure Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t80wOHWFAWUEUL6Aiw7UFd2YekN6qd6J/view?usp=sharing