guidelines

Instructions for Authors

International Journal of Research (IJR)

The International Journal of Research (IJR) welcomes original scholarly manuscripts from researchers, academics, practitioners, and students across a wide range of disciplines. Authors are requested to carefully follow the submission guidelines to ensure a smooth editorial and peer review process.

1. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The journal accepts the following types of scholarly contributions:

  • Original Research Articles presenting new research findings

  • Review Articles summarizing and critically analyzing existing literature

  • Case Studies describing practical applications or specific research cases

  • Methodological Papers introducing new research methods or analytical approaches

All submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.

2. Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts should be prepared in the following order:

Title

  • Use Title Case (capitalize major words).

  • Avoid writing the title in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS.

Author Names

  • Provide full names of all authors.

  • Example: Arjun Singh Lodhi; Priya Sharma; Rohit Kumar

Author Affiliation

Each author must include:

  • Department

  • Institution or University

  • City and Country

  • Email address

Abstract

  • Word limit: 100–300 words

  • Clearly describe the background, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.

Keywords

Provide 5–10 keywords, separated by semicolons.

Example:
urban mobility; sustainable transport; public transit; metro rail; policy planning

Introduction

Provide background, research objectives, and the significance of the study.

Methodology

Describe the research design, data sources, and analytical methods used.

Results and Discussion

Present research findings and interpret them in relation to existing literature.

Conclusions

Summarize the key findings and highlight their academic or practical implications.

Acknowledgements (Optional)

Mention any financial support, funding agencies, or institutional support.

References

All references must follow APA 7th Edition citation style.

Examples:

Book
Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (5th ed.). SAGE Publications.

Journal Article
Sharma, S. N., & Dehalwar, K. (2025). A systematic literature review of transit-oriented development to assess its role in economic development of city. Transportation in Developing Economies, 11(2), 23. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40890-025-00268-5

3. Plagiarism and Originality

The International Journal of Research (IJR) follows a strict plagiarism screening policy. All submitted manuscripts are checked using plagiarism detection tools.

  • Maximum acceptable similarity index: 15%

  • Manuscripts exceeding this limit may be rejected or returned for revision.

Authors must ensure that all sources are properly cited and that the manuscript does not contain plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices.

4. Ethical Guidelines

Authors must adhere to recognized standards of research ethics, including:

  • Proper citation of all sources

  • Avoidance of plagiarism, falsification, or fabrication of data

  • Disclosure of conflicts of interest where applicable

  • Compliance with ethical standards recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

5. Manuscript Formatting

Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

Basic formatting requirements include:

  • Clear headings and subheadings

  • Tables and figures properly labeled

  • Consistent citation style (APA 7th edition)

The journal editorial team will perform final layout and formatting after acceptance.

6. Submission Process

Authors should submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system available on the journal website.

In special cases, submissions may also be sent to:

???? ijr@ijrjournal.com

Authors should ensure that the manuscript follows the journal guidelines before submission.

7. Review and Publication

All submitted manuscripts undergo:

  1. Initial editorial screening

  2. Plagiarism check

  3. Peer review by subject experts

Based on reviewers’ recommendations, the manuscript may be accepted, revised, or rejected.

Commitment to Quality

The International Journal of Research (IJR) is committed to publishing high-quality, original, and impactful research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge across multiple academic disciplines.