Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about manuscript submission, peer review, publication, Article Processing Charges (APC), open access, DOI, copyright, and other publication-related matters at the International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR).
What is IJSSR?
The International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR) is an online, open-access, peer-reviewed and refereed bimonthly journal published by Global Publications, India.
The journal publishes scholarly research in the social sciences and related interdisciplinary fields.
Who can submit a manuscript to IJSSR?
Researchers, academicians, faculty members, research scholars, professionals, independent researchers, and other eligible authors may submit manuscripts to IJSSR.
Authors from India and other countries worldwide are welcome to submit their research.
Which subjects are accepted by IJSSR?
IJSSR accepts manuscripts in a wide range of social science disciplines, including Education, Sociology, Geography and Human Geography, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, History, Law and Socio-Legal Studies, International Relations, Development Studies, Public Administration and Public Policy, Gender Studies, Anthropology, and other related interdisciplinary areas.
Authors should review the Aim & Scope page before submitting a manuscript.
What types of manuscripts does IJSSR accept?
IJSSR primarily accepts original research papers and review papers in the social sciences and related interdisciplinary fields.
The manuscript must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
Manuscripts must follow the standard Research Paper or Review Paper format specified in the Author Guidelines.
In which language should the manuscript be submitted?
IJSSR accepts manuscripts in English & Hindi.
Authors should ensure that their manuscript has been carefully checked for language, grammar, citations, references, and overall presentation before submission.
What is the recommended manuscript length?
The recommended manuscript length is 2,500–5,000 words.
Manuscripts exceeding 5,000 words may be accepted subject to additional charges, up to the maximum permitted word limit.
The current APC system permits manuscripts of up to 15,000 words.
Which file formats are accepted for manuscript submission?
Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format:
.doc or .docx
The maximum permitted manuscript file size is 10 MB.
Is there any fee for submitting a manuscript?
No. IJSSR does not charge a manuscript submission fee.
The Article Processing Charge becomes applicable only after editorial acceptance and before publication.
What is the Article Processing Charge (APC)?
The current base Article Processing Charge is:
Indian Authors: ₹1,600
International Authors: USD 75
The base APC covers up to 5,000 words and three authors, with a 250-word grace allowance.
Additional charges may apply for additional authors or words beyond the included limits.
Authors should refer to the Publication Fee (APC) page for the latest and complete fee information before making any payment.
Are there any other publication fees?
IJSSR does not charge a separate submission fee, editorial processing charge, language editing fee, page charge, colour charge, or membership fee.
Separate charges may apply in specific circumstances such as post-publication withdrawal, retraction, or correction according to the applicable journal policy.
Does IJSSR offer an APC waiver or discount?
No. According to the current APC policy, IJSSR does not offer an APC waiver or discount.
Applicable publication charges must be paid in accordance with the journal’s current fee policy.
Does IJSSR accept manuscripts from international authors?
Yes.
IJSSR accepts eligible manuscripts from researchers and authors worldwide, provided that the manuscript falls within the journal’s Aim & Scope and complies with the journal’s submission requirements and publication policies.
How are manuscripts reviewed?
IJSSR follows a double-anonymous peer-review process.
Each manuscript that successfully completes the initial editorial screening is reviewed by at least two independent external reviewers with appropriate knowledge or expertise in the subject area.
The identities of the authors are not disclosed to the reviewers, and the identities of the reviewers are not disclosed to the authors.
The final editorial decision is made after considering the manuscript, reviewers’ reports, and, where applicable, the author’s response to requested revisions.
Does submission guarantee acceptance or publication?
No.
Submission of a manuscript does not guarantee acceptance or publication.
A manuscript proceeds to publication only after successfully completing the applicable editorial and peer-review process and receiving a formal acceptance decision.
Payment of an Article Processing Charge does not influence peer review and does not guarantee acceptance.
Does IJSSR guarantee a fixed peer-review or acceptance period?
No.
IJSSR does not guarantee acceptance of any submitted manuscript or promise a fixed period within which peer review or acceptance will be completed.
The time required may vary depending on the subject of the manuscript, reviewer availability, revisions required, and the complexity of the assessment.
How can I submit my manuscript?
Manuscripts can be submitted through the IJSSR Online Paper Submission system.
Before submitting, authors should read the Author Guidelines and ensure that the manuscript meets the journal’s requirements.
After successful submission, a unique Paper ID is generated. Authors should keep the Paper ID for future reference.
How can I submit a revised manuscript?
If a revision is requested, the author will receive instructions for submitting the revised manuscript.
Authors should address the requested revisions carefully and upload the revised manuscript through the revision facility provided by IJSSR.
A request for revision does not guarantee subsequent acceptance.
How can I check the status of my manuscript?
Authors can use the Know Paper Status facility available on the IJSSR website.
Authors should keep their Paper ID and registered email address available, as these details may be required to access manuscript-related services.
Does IJSSR assign a DOI to published articles?
Yes.
A Crossref DOI is assigned to published papers according to the journal’s publication policy.
The DOI is displayed on the published article page and can be used for persistent identification and scholarly citation.
Is IJSSR an open-access journal?
Yes.
IJSSR is a fully open-access journal. Published scholarly articles are freely available online immediately upon publication.
No subscription, payment, registration, or embargo period is required to read the full text of published articles.
Which licence is used for published articles?
IJSSR publishes scholarly articles under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licence (CC BY 4.0).
Under this licence, published material may be shared and adapted, including for commercial purposes, provided that appropriate attribution is given and the licence conditions are followed.
Authors and readers should refer to the Licensing Terms page for complete details.
Who retains copyright of a published article?
Authors retain the copyright and publishing rights to their articles.
Copyright is not transferred to IJSSR or Global Publications as a condition of publication.
Authors grant IJSSR and its publisher the non-exclusive rights necessary to publish, reproduce, distribute, display, archive, preserve, and disseminate the article.
Authors should refer to the Copyright Terms page for complete details.
Are submitted manuscripts checked for plagiarism?
Yes.
Submitted manuscripts are checked for plagiarism or similarity.
According to the current Author Guidelines, manuscripts with a high similarity percentage above 15% may be rejected.
Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and the proper citation of all sources.
Can AI tools be used while preparing a manuscript?
AI tools may be used to support the preparation of a research paper, but the manuscript should not be entirely written by AI.
Any AI assistance used should be appropriately acknowledged in the manuscript in accordance with the journal’s current Author Guidelines and Publication Ethics.
What happens after a manuscript is accepted?
After formal acceptance, the author completes the applicable publication requirements, including the Article Processing Charge and required copyright documentation.
The accepted manuscript then proceeds through formatting and proofreading before online publication.
DOI and publication certificate details are provided according to the journal’s publication policy.
Where can I find the current Call for Papers?
The latest submission invitation, current issue information, and applicable submission deadline are available on the Call for Papers section or page of the IJSSR website.
Authors should check the latest information before submitting a manuscript.
Where can I find complete journal policies?
Authors are encouraged to review the following pages:
Aim & Scope
Author Guidelines
Peer Review Process
Publication Ethics
Open Access Policy
Licensing Terms
Copyright Terms
Publication Fee (APC)
Publication Process
Call for Papers
Online Paper Submission
I still have a question. How can I contact IJSSR?
For questions not answered on this page, authors may contact IJSSR through the official contact information provided on the Contact Us page.