Conference Description:
The IPR Facilitation and Research Centre (IPRFRC), Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University, Sonepat, in collaboration with K&S Partners, is organising a National Conference on “Emerging Trends in Trade Mark Protection in India: Legal Enforcement and Challenges” on 31 October 2026 in hybrid mode.

The conference invites students, academicians, and industry professionals to submit research papers examining contemporary developments, enforcement challenges, and emerging issues in Indian trade mark law.

Key Details:
• Organisers: IPR Facilitation and Research Centre, DBRANLU, Sonepat, in collaboration with K&S Partners
• Theme: Emerging Trends in Trade Mark Protection in India: Legal Enforcement and Challenges
• Date: 31 October 2026
• Mode: Hybrid
• Eligibility: Students, academicians, and industry professionals
• Authorship: Single-author or co-authored papers, with a maximum of 2 authors

Suggested Themes:
• Digital infringement
• Domain names and trade mark protection
• Well-known trade marks
• Non-traditional trade marks
• Artificial Intelligence and personality rights
• Other related themes concerning trade mark protection, enforcement, and challenges

Submission Guidelines:
• Abstract Length: 250–300 words
• Full Paper Length: 6,000–7,500 words, excluding footnotes
• Selected papers will be published in the conference proceedings.
• Refer to the official brochure for the complete themes, formatting requirements, and submission guidelines.

Registration Fees:
• DBRANLU Students: ₹200 (single author) / ₹300 (co-author)
• Other Students: ₹600 (single author) / ₹800 (co-author)
• Academicians and Industry Professionals: ₹1,000 (single author) / ₹1,200 (co-author)
• Registration fees are payable after abstract acceptance.

Awards & Recognition:
• Internship opportunity at K&S Partners for the Best Presenter (UG/PG), as indicated in the announcement
• Cash prizes
• Best Paper Award
• Certificates for all participants

Important Dates:
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 21 October 2026
• Last Date for Registration: 26 October 2026
• Conference Date: 31 October 2026

How to Participate:
• Refer to the brochure attached to the original LinkedIn announcement for the abstract submission link, detailed themes, and guidelines.
• Submit your abstract by 21 October 2026.