Submission Guidelines

International Journal of Scientific Interdisciplinary Research (IJSIR)

The International Journal of Scientific Interdisciplinary Research (IJSIR) invites the submission of original, high-quality, and unpublished research manuscripts that reflect interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary approaches. To facilitate an efficient and ethical peer-review and publication process, authors are required to adhere strictly to the submission guidelines provided below.

Manuscript Preparation

Language Requirements

  • All manuscripts must be submitted in English, using clear, precise, and scholarly language.
  • Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to use professional language editing services prior to submission.

Formatting Requirements

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font Style: Century Gothic
  • Font Size: 11-point
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Alignment: Justified
  • Page Numbers: Bottom-right corner on each page

Manuscript Structure

The manuscript should follow the structure below:

  1. Title Page
    • Title of the manuscript
    • Full names of all authors
    • Institutional affiliations
    • Corresponding author’s email
  2. Abstract
    • Length: 150–250 words
    • Summary of the research objectives, methods, key findings, and implications
  3. Keywords
    • 4 to 6 relevant keywords for indexing and discoverability
  4. Main Body
    • Introduction
    • Literature Review
    • Methodology
    • Results / Findings
    • Discussion
    • Conclusion and Recommendations
  5. References
    • Use APA Style (7th Edition)
    • Include all cited works and ensure consistency in citation format
  6. Appendices (if applicable)
    • Supplementary data, questionnaires, or technical details

Figures and Tables

  • All figures and tables must be embedded in the manuscript text close to their first reference.
  • Provide appropriate titles, captions, and numbering for each figure and table.
  • Ensure all visuals are of high resolution (minimum 300 DPI for images).

Submission Process

Submission Email

Submit your complete manuscript as a Microsoft Word attachment to:
editor@ijsir.org

Cover Letter

All submissions must be accompanied by a brief cover letter that includes:

  • Manuscript title
  • Statement confirming the manuscript is original and not under review elsewhere
  • Type of publication request: Standard or Fast-Track
  • A brief summary (3–4 sentences) highlighting the interdisciplinary contribution of the study

Acknowledgment and Review Timeline

  • Authors will receive an email acknowledgment within 3–5 business days of submission.
  • Manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer-review process.
  • The standard review and publication timeline is 6–8 weeks for standard processing and 3–4 weeks for fast-track processing.

For further guidance or pre-submission inquiries, authors are welcome to contact the editorial team:
Email: editor@ijsir.org