Journal and News Letter

Author guidelines, adapted for Journal E‑Divyagyan, based on common standards from similar academic journals:

1. Manuscript Types & Length

• Original Research Articles: up to 4,500–5,000 words (main text), plus abstract, references, tables/figures.
• Review Articles: up to ~5,000 words.
• Short Communications/Case Reports: around 1,000–1,500 words.
• Letters to the Editor: up to ~800–1,000 words.

2. Language & Formatting

• Write in clear, scholarly English.
• Use Times New Roman, 12 pt font, single or 1.5 line spacing.
• A4 page layout with 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins.
• Single-column format in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) preferred.
• Remove author names and affiliations from the manuscript for double-blind review.

3. Title Page & Cover Letter

Title Page (separate file):

• Full title of the manuscript.
• Author names with institutional affiliations.
• Corresponding author’s postal address, email, and phone number.

Cover Letter:

• Confirm originality and exclusivity of the submission.
• Explain the manuscript’s relevance to Journal E‑Divyagyan.
• Optionally suggest 2–3 potential reviewers with contact details.

4. Abstract & Keywords

• Abstract length: 150–300 words (unstructured or structured).
• No references or abbreviations in the abstract.
• Include 3–7 keywords immediately after the abstract.

5. Main Text Structure

• Introduction: Define the problem and research context.
• Materials & Methods: Sufficient detail for reproducibility.
• Results: Present findings clearly without referencing other works.
• Discussion: Interpret results in relation to existing literature.
• Conclusion: Concise summary of findings.
• Acknowledgments: Credit funding, assistance, and declare conflicts of interest.

6. Tables & Figures

• Numbered and titled; placed after references or embedded as per template.
• Tables: Simple layout, no vertical lines, 9 pt font.
• Figures: High-resolution images with captions; insert in text or append.
• Cite all tables and figures in the text (e.g., "see Table 1").

7. Units, Abbreviations & Style

• Use SI units and correct symbols (e.g., mm, µm, s).
• Use superscripts (e.g., m⁻¹) for units.
• Use hyphens (e.g., 2‑merous) and en dashes for ranges (e.g., 4–6 months).
• Use "×" for multiplication, not "x".
• Define abbreviations at first use.

8. References & Ethical Standards

• Use Vancouver citation style—numbered in-text references with matching end list.
• Limit references to ~50 for research/review articles; fewer for shorter formats.
• All submissions undergo plagiarism checks (Turnitin/iThenticate).
• Declare conflicts of interest, permissions, and ethical approvals if applicable.

9. Submission Process

• Submit via the journal's online portal (or email if specified).
• Include:
  • Cover letter
  • Title page (with affiliations)
  • Anonymized manuscript
  • All required forms (authorship, copyright)
  • High-resolution figure files (if required)
• Submissions undergo double-blind peer review by typically two reviewers.

10. Peer Review & Revision

• Double-blind review process.
• Revision period typically 1–2 weeks.
• Final evaluation after resubmission.
• Proofs sent post-acceptance—review carefully; no changes post-publication.

11. Open Access & Fees

• Published under open-access licenses (e.g., CC-BY).
• No submission fee.
• Article processing charges apply post-acceptance (includes DOI, formatting, indexing, hosting).

12. After Acceptance

• Proofs sent for final correction.
• Article published online (and print if applicable) with download links.
• No changes allowed post-publication—author responsible for errors.

Pre‑Submission Checklist

• Original and unpublished work.
• Manuscript formatted as per guidelines.
• Abstract and keywords included.
• Tables/Figures properly labeled.
• References follow Vancouver style.
• All forms completed.
• Ethical approvals and declarations provided.
• Similarity check completed and below threshold.
• Cover letter prepared.
• Files anonymized for blind review.