What We Do
The Secretariat
Stakeholder Participation
We encourage holding stakeholder consultations among our members and distinguished experts, and key stakeholders in the Indian and Global AI markets.
AI Standardisation
We advocate to develop India-centric AI-related legal & policy standards & certification methods based on relevance & impact of use cases of AI products and services which is market-ready and risk-centric.
Join our Network.
Become a Patron Member or a Regional/ National Representative.
Join the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law
In collaboration with VLiGTA, ISAIL has opened up to accept calls for membership.
We invite lawyers, entrepreneurs, public policy professionals, technology scientists and developers to join our community.
Step 1
Head over to isail.in/test and take the Membership Eligibility Test to see if you qualify!
[Not for renewing or re-activating membership which has already expired.]
Step 4
If you're a good fit based on your profile and test results, you'll be approved as a member. After approval, complete the payment and you'll receive a certificate of membership from the Secretariat.
Step 2
You're one step closer to becoming a member! To apply, simply send your test score screenshot and Profile/CV/Resume to akash@isail.co.in.
Step 3
You are also required to specify ideas, solutions or specific points as to why are you interested in becoming an ISAIL Ordinary Member, in direct reference to ISAIL's by-laws and initiatives. It's better you send a Statement of Purpose - and specify it in the email when you send us the application.
Membership Fees
Students & Research Scholars (India-based, annual)
900 INR
Professionals (India-based, annual)
2,000 INR
Professionals only (India-based, lifetime)
30,000 INR
Based on careful consideration, we have decided the following membership fees for foreign members at ISAIL.IN
Students & Research Scholars (foreign, annual)
30 USD
Professionals (foreign, annual)
60 USD
Professionals only (foreign, lifetime)
2,000 USD
Eligibility Criteria
Original Criteria as of January 12, 2023
Only the following are eligible to become the ordinary members of the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law:
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Indian or Foreign Nationals, who possess a government identification document
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Professionals in the fields of law, technology and public policy (must be graduates)
Based on the recommendations of VLiGTA and our office bearers, we may request applicants to voluntarily submit a government-issued ID for identity verification and security purposes.
However, in accordance with data protection norms in India or the applicant's place of residence, applicants have the right to refuse this request.
Membership requests will be evaluated and decided upon as per the Guidelines on Presence and Activities in Online Groups and Workspaces (https://isail.in/guidelines) and other relevant by-laws of the Trust, in compliance with Indian laws. Memberships are subject to annual renewal.
Membership Benefits.
We acknowledge that those who are interested in the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law would like to know the advantages of being an ISAIL member. You can review the list of membership benefits available to various membership levels.
Updated as of December 1, 2024
Networking and Knowledge Sharing Benefits
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Complementary subscription to indian.substack.com for 1 year, providing access to exclusive content and insights on AI law and policy in India
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Free access to attend the online sessions of ISAIL, including those of AiStandard.io Summit, enabling members to learn from and engage with leading experts in the field
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Priority-based Access to participate in member-only events, webinars, and discussion forums, facilitating knowledge sharing and learning
Professional Development and Recognition
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Exclusive for Patron Members: Eligibility to build for ISAIL-affiliated tech law and policy Expert Groups, offering the chance to contribute to shaping the organisation's priorities and initiatives on policy, AI start-ups, and organisational engagement
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Exclusive for Patron Members and Representatives: Highlight your contributions and expertise through featured profiles, interviews, and spotlights, giving you visibility and recognition in the AI policy community on a curative case-to-case basis
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Exclusive for Patron Members and Representatives: Opportunity to propose and host key events, group meetings, and roundtables as a part of the AI Standardisation initiatives of ISAIL.
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Exclusive for Patron Members and Representatives: Develop your research portfolio as a member of ISAIL Committees, with your current and past research contributions featured on the ISAIL website as part of the AIStandard.io initiative
Mentorship and Advisory Support
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Access a network of advisors and mentors who can provide strategic advice, feedback on your research, and support for your professional development goals
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Exclusive for Patron Members: Participate and request to hold career development sessions around soft skills, hard skills, and research skills, for example, CV building, research writing, etc., in law, policy and tech domains.
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Exclusive for Patron Members: Benefit from peer-to-peer level mentorship throughout your membership to improve your research skills, expand your career opportunities, and sharpen your professional focus in technology and AI policy
By joining ISAIL, you will become part of a vibrant community of experts, researchers, and practitioners who are passionate about advancing responsible AI development and governance. ISAIL membership offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, professional development, and recognition in the rapidly evolving field of AI law and policy.
In addition, please note that the contribution made towards ISAIL membership represents a voluntary donation to support the Trust's not-for-profit initiatives in artificial intelligence law and ethics as an industry forum. This contribution helps sustain our non-profit activities and is eligible for tax benefits under Sections 12A & 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Member privileges arise from being part of ISAIL's community and do not constitute commercial services or create any contractual obligations. These privileges, including participation in knowledge-sharing initiatives, collaborations, and policy discussions, are facilitated in furtherance of our charitable objectives to advance education and research in AI law and ethics. The Trust maintains complete discretion over community activities and member participation opportunities. While we strive to create meaningful engagement platforms, specific outcomes or experiences may vary based on evolving circumstances and individual participation levels. Member contributions are non-refundable and support the Trust's overall charitable mission rather than securing any specific services. By making the membership contribution, members acknowledge that they are supporting ISAIL's not-for-profit initiatives, without any expectation of commercial benefits or guaranteed services in return.
FAQs
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Is there a reason to ask for a fee for the membership of ISAIL?
Response. Yes. Our request for a membership fee to be paid has to do with the bye-laws of the Trust and our concern that we require our potential members to be participatory and committed. The fee is affordable and a procedural requirement. The membership fees paid by you will be counted as exempted under the Sections 12A & 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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What are the benefits of the membership of ISAIL?
Response. You can contact us to know the details regarding the membership of ISAIL at executive@isail.co.in. Akash from the ISAIL team will reach out to you. Also, you can check the list of benefits above .
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Are students permitted to join ISAIL as a member?
Response. Yes, students of law, technology and policy courses are eligible to become members. The eligibility criteria for students to become the members of ISAIL is clearly stipulated above.
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Are the benefits listed for individual ISAIL members guaranteed? What happens if I don't receive some of the benefits as described?
Response. At ISAIL, we're dedicated to fostering a dynamic community of AI law and ethics enthusiasts. We strive to provide opportunities for members to grow, connect, and contribute through initiatives like networking events, mentorship programs, and educational resources. However, it's important to understand that these opportunities are offered in good faith as part of our not-for-profit initiatives, not as commercial services or contractual guarantees. The experiences you have as a member may vary based on your level of engagement, interests, and the availability of resources at any given time. While we make every effort to deliver these community participation opportunities, we cannot ensure identical outcomes for all members. If you have any concerns or feel that your community experience isn't quite what you expected, please reach out to our membership team at executive@isail.co.in. We’re always here to assist and explore how we can better support your journey. Being part of ISAIL means joining a vibrant community committed to AI law and ethics education. While we can't guarantee every specific outcome, we're excited to have you on board and look forward to making your membership experience enriching and rewarding.
We open the Call for Research Interns.
Under a research collaboration with VLiGTA, the research & innovation division of Indic Pacific Legal Research LLP, ISAIL has opened the call to invite law students (undergraduate and postgraduate) in their respective fields of law and public policy to apply to be recruited as a Research Intern.
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Interested applicants must apply by emailing their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Statement of Purpose (SoP) in an email with subject "Internship Application - ISAIL" at executive@isail.co.in.
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Our team will get back to you in 2-3 working days on the status of your application and contact you.
Kindly remember, anyone who is recruited as an intern under ISAIL has to agree to adhere with the ISAIL Guidelines.
Applicants must agree to mention their internship experience at ISAIL in their records, such as resumes, CVs, and online profiles. This is a mandatory requirement for accepting the internship offer. The mention can be specific, but it has to be given accurately.
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Failure to recognize and acknowledge the ISAIL internship experience may result in the certificate of completion being considered as ceased or invalid.
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Applicants must keep ISAIL informed about their relevant faculty member or placements committee to ensure proper communication and recognition of the internship experience.
Guidelines
The Secretariat
Since our founding in 2018, Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law has developed and grown in a positive direction. We’re very proud of the diversity of our team, and their abilities to contribute their own unique experience and skills to our efforts.
Abhivardhan
Founder, Chairperson & Managing Trustee
President (Interim), AiStandard.io Alliance
Anil Thakur
Trustee
Mridutpal Bhattacharyya
Chief Policy Advisor
Kapil Naresh
Chief Knowledge Advisor
Vice-President (Interim), AiStandard.io Alliance
Aditya Jakki
Chief Media Advisor
Director, The Bharat Pacific Podcasts
Indu B Srivastava
Chief Financial Officer & Trustee
Akash Manwani
Secretary-General
Sanjay M. Rohra
Chief Strategy Advisor
Vice-President (Interim), AiStandard.io Alliance
Pavithra Mannivannan
Chief Innovation Advisor
Sanad Arora
Special Executive Advisor
Vignaesh Baskaran
Special Executive Advisor
Abhinav Srivastava
Special Executive Advisor
Director, The Bharat Pacific Stack
Bhavana J Sekhar
Special Executive Advisor
The Advisory Council
The Advisory Council of ISAIL consists of some of the best minds and thought leaders in the legal, ethical, technical and policy verticals of the artificial intelligence industry. To know more about the rules applicable to the members of the Advisory Council, you can refer to the The Bharat Pacific Charter. Please also note that the role of every Expert in the ISAIL Advisory Council is purely consultative.
The Advisory Council
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The ISAIL Committees & Forums
AI Development Committee (ad-hoc)
Kailash Chauhan
Chairperson
Members
Supratim Bapuli, Co-Chairperson
[ Members for ad-hoc processes to be announced ]
Expert Groups
Cybersecurity Expert Group (ISAIL-CSEG)
Dr Chiranjiv Roy, ISAIL Advisory Council
Shirsha Ray Chaudhari, ISAIL Advisory Council
Ayush Chandra, Chairperson, Policy Innovation Committee
Policy Innovation Committee (ad-hoc)
Ayush Chandra
Chairperson
Members
Prabhat Singh, Co-Chairperson
[ Members for ad-hoc processes to be announced ]
Expert Groups
Intellectual Property Expert Group (ISAIL-IPEG)
Sunil Jose, ISAIL Advisory Council
Rodney D Ryder, ISAIL Advisory Council
Kailash Chauhan, Chairperson, AI Development Committee
The Bharat Pacific Policy Prism (BP3)
Aditya Jakki
Chairperson
Members
Raghmanyu Taneja, ISAIL North Division (Northern India)
Expert Groups
To be announced
The Global Glocal Tech Guild (G3T)
To be Announced
Chairperson
Members
Sanjutha Indrajit, ISAIL United Kingdom Division
Expert Groups
To be announced
Strategic Affairs Committee (ad-hoc)
Dr Vignesh Ram
Chairperson
Members
Dr Alvite Ningthoujham, ad-hoc Co-Chairperson (Advisory Council)
Dr Jagannath Panda, ad-hoc Co-Chairperson (Advisory Council)
Deepanshu Singh, ISAIL Advisory Council
Ankit Sahni, ISAIL Advisory Council
Rupak Chattopadhyay, ISAIL Advisory Council
Mohammed Soliman, ISAIL Advisory Council
Rishap Vats, ISAIL Advisory Council
Aditya Jakki (Secretariat in-charge)
Expert Groups
To be announced