2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026 by DNLU Jabalpur: Call for Papers [Cash Prizes ₹23,000]
Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, through its Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance (CCLG), is inviting submissions for the 2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026. The summit will focus on emerging issues in corporate law, corporate governance and insolvency law.
About DNLU Jabalpur
Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur was established in 2018 under the Madhya Pradesh National University Act, 2018. The university focuses on legal education, research and professional development.
About the Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance
The Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance (CCLG) provides a multidisciplinary platform for research and discussion on corporate law and governance.
The Centre focuses on emerging corporate law issues in India and internationally.
About the Conference
The 2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026 will bring together students, academicians, legal professionals and other participants to discuss contemporary developments in corporate law.
The conference will include paper presentations and a panel discussion. The discussions will cover developments such as the IBC (Amendment) Act, 2026, CIRP, PIRP and CIIRP.
Suggestive Themes
Participants may consider topics including:
- Rethinking “Control” in Indian Corporate Law
- Artificial Intelligence and Corporate Decision-Making
- Beneficial Ownership and Hidden Corporate Control
- Related Party Transactions and Minority Shareholder Protection
- Corporate Governance in High-Value Debt Listed Entities
- The IBC (Amendment) Act, 2026
- Changing Creditor Rights under the IBC
- Creditor-Initiated Insolvency Resolution Process (CIIRP)
- CIRP, PIRP and CIIRP: Comparative Perspectives
- Creditor Protection and Corporate Debtor Interests
- The Future of Insolvency Resolution in India
The themes are suggestive and not exhaustive.
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: September 20, 2026
- Abstract Selection: September 25, 2026
- Registration Deadline: September 30, 2026
- Full Paper Submission: October 30, 2026
- Conference: November 21–22, 2026
Eligibility
The conference is open to:
- Students
- Academicians
- Legal professionals
Registration Fee
- UG/PG Students: ₹1,500
- Professional Academicians & Others: ₹2,000
Payment details will be shared with authors whose abstracts are selected.
Abstract Submission
Authors must submit an abstract of 300–400 words along with 5 keywords through the prescribed submission process.
The organisers will inform authors about the selection of their abstracts.
Submission Guidelines
Selected authors must follow these requirements:
- Submit the paper in MS Word and PDF format
- The paper must be original and unpublished
- Word limit: 4,000–6,000 words, including citations
- Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
- Line spacing: 1.5
- Alignment: Justified
- Number headings and sub-headings appropriately
- Follow Bluebook, 20th Edition (2015) for citations
- Plagiarism above 10% will lead to disqualification
- Use of AI is strictly prohibited
- Up to one co-author is permitted
- Cross-authorship between different institutions is permitted
Evaluation Criteria
The papers will be evaluated on:
- Originality and innovation
- Depth of research and analysis
- Clarity and structure
- Strength of arguments
- Compliance with formatting and citation requirements
Prizes & Certificates
- Winner: ₹11,000 + Certificate of Merit
- 1st Runner-Up: ₹7,000 + Certificate of Merit
- 2nd Runner-Up: ₹5,000 + Certificate of Merit
- Top 10 Participants: Certificate of Excellence
- All Participants: Certificate of Participation
The total cash prize pool is ₹23,000.
Mode
The 2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026 will be conducted virtually.
Contact Information
Convenor: Sarthak Mishra — 9399718822
Co-Convenor: Uma Pareek — 862286453
Brochure
For complete information and any additional requirements, participants should refer to the official conference brochure.
View the 2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026 Brochure
Final Takeaway: The 2nd Corporate Law Summit 2026 by DNLU Jabalpur provides students, academicians and legal professionals an opportunity to present research on emerging issues in corporate law, governance and insolvency law. Interested authors should submit their 300–400 word abstract with 5 keywords by September 20, 2026.
