Author Guidelines

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Applied Sciences (IJMRAS)
ISSN: 2640-7272
Open Access | Peer-Reviewed | Multidisciplinary

1. Journal Overview

The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Applied Sciences (IJMRAS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal committed to the dissemination of high-quality research across diverse academic disciplines. The journal promotes rigorous academic inquiry, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

IJMRAS adheres to internationally recognized publishing standards and follows the ethical principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All submitted manuscripts are evaluated based on academic merit, originality, and relevance.

All published articles are distributed under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) License, ensuring unrestricted access, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

2. Aims and Scope

IJMRAS invites original contributions that demonstrate scientific rigor, methodological soundness, and relevance to contemporary research challenges. The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary studies that bridge multiple domains of knowledge.

Indicative Subject Areas (not limited to):

Engineering and Technology
Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Robotics, Automation

Science and Applied Sciences
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Applied Sciences

Management and Social Sciences
Management, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Education, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration

Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies
Language and Literature, Cultural Studies, Media and Communication, Policy Studies, Interdisciplinary Research

The journal welcomes theoretical, empirical, experimental, and applied research, including innovative methodologies and case-based investigations.

3. Types of Contributions

IJMRAS accepts the following categories of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Studies
  • Short Communications
  • Technical Notes
  • Conference Papers
  • Book Reviews
  • Thesis-derived Articles

4. Submission Policy

Manuscripts must be submitted through the official journal submission system or designated editorial email.

Authors must ensure that:

  • The manuscript is original and unpublished
  • The work is not under consideration elsewhere
  • All authors have approved the submission
  • Necessary permissions and ethical approvals have been obtained

5. Article Processing Charge (APC)

  • The standard Article Processing Charge (APC) is USD $200 per accepted manuscript.
  • APC is payable only after acceptance of the manuscript.
  • There are no submission fees or peer-review charges prior to acceptance.

The APC covers editorial processing, peer review management, production, hosting, DOI registration, indexing support, and long-term digital archiving.

6. Manuscript Preparation

6.1 Structure of Manuscript

A manuscript should be organized as follows:

  • Title
  • Author Name(s) and Affiliation(s)
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (4–6 keywords)
  • Introduction
  • Materials and Methods / Methodology
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  • Conflict of Interest Statement
  • References

6.2 Formatting Requirements

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  • Figures and tables must be properly numbered and captioned
  • All references must follow a consistent citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, or relevant discipline-specific format)

7. Publication Ethics

IJMRAS strictly follows the ethical guidelines prescribed by COPE.

Authors are responsible for:

  • Ensuring originality and proper citation
  • Avoiding plagiarism and redundant publication
  • Obtaining ethical clearance where required
  • Disclosing conflicts of interest

Any form of ethical misconduct may result in rejection, retraction, or further action in accordance with journal policies.

8. Peer Review Process

All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.

Submissions are evaluated based on:

  • Originality and novelty
  • Scientific and methodological rigor
  • Clarity of presentation
  • Relevance to the journal scope

Editorial decisions include:

  • Acceptance
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Rejection

9. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work.

By submitting to IJMRAS, authors grant the journal the right to publish the article under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) License, enabling global dissemination and reuse with proper attribution.

10. Archiving and Indexing

IJMRAS ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content through reliable digital archiving systems and indexing services.