Guidelines for Authors

1. Aim and Scope

The International Journal of Modern Management, Engineering and Technological Advancements (IJMMETA) publishes high-quality research in the fields of:

  • Management and Business Studies
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Applied Sciences and Innovation
  • Interdisciplinary and Emerging Technologies

The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, technical notes, and conceptual papers that contribute to academic knowledge and practical applications.

2. Manuscript Submission

Authors must ensure that:

  • The manuscript is original and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.
  • All authors have approved the submission.
  • The submission is made through the journal’s official email or online submission system.
  • A signed author declaration form may be required during submission.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Authors should prepare manuscripts according to the following structure:

  1. Title — Clear, concise, and informative.
  2. Author Details — Full name, affiliation, email address, and corresponding author identification.
  3. Abstract — 150–250 words summarizing objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
  4. Keywords — 4–6 relevant keywords.
  5. Introduction — Background, problem statement, and objectives.
  6. Literature Review — Relevant previous research.
  7. Methodology — Research design, materials, and methods used.
  8. Results and Discussion — Findings with analysis and interpretation.
  9. Conclusion — Summary, implications, and future scope.
  10. Acknowledgment (optional)
  11. References — Properly formatted citations.

4. Formatting Requirements

  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Title: 14 pt Bold
  • Body Text: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  • Page Size: A4
  • Figures and tables should be numbered and titled properly.
  • Units must follow SI standards.

5. Reference Style

Authors may use standard referencing styles such as:

  • APA
  • IEEE
  • Harvard

All references cited in the text must appear in the reference list and vice versa.

6. Plagiarism Policy

  • The journal follows strict plagiarism screening.
  • Similarity index should normally be below 10–15% (excluding references).
  • Plagiarism, data fabrication, or duplicate submission will lead to immediate rejection.

7. Ethical Considerations

Authors must ensure:

  • Proper acknowledgment of sources.
  • Ethical approval for research involving humans or animals (if applicable).
  • Disclosure of conflicts of interest.
  • Accuracy and authenticity of data.

8. Peer Review Process

IJMMETA follows a double-blind peer review process:

  • Authors and reviewers remain anonymous.
  • Reviewers evaluate originality, quality, and relevance.
  • Editorial decisions are final.

Possible decisions include:

  • Accept
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Reject

9. Copyright and Licensing

  • Authors retain copyright of their work.
  • Authors grant the journal the right to publish and distribute the article.
  • Proper citation is required for reuse of published material.

10. Article Processing Charges (APC)

If applicable, publication fees will be communicated to authors after acceptance of the manuscript. Fees cover editorial processing, peer review, and publication services.

11. Withdrawal Policy

  • Authors may withdraw manuscripts before acceptance.
  • Withdrawal after acceptance may require a formal request to the editorial office.

12. Publication Timeline

Typical timeline (may vary):

  • Initial Review: 3–7 days
  • Peer Review: 1–3 weeks
  • Final Decision: 2–4 weeks
  • Publication: After acceptance and completion of formalities

13. Contact Information

Authors may contact the editorial office for submission queries, status updates, or technical support through the journal’s official communication channels.