GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS

These guidelines help authors prepare their manuscripts in accordance with the professional, ethical, and publication standards of the International Journal of Primary and Secondary Research (IJPSR). Authors are advised to carefully follow the instructions below to ensure a smooth submission and review process.

Manuscript Submission Requirements

Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
Articles should be written in clear, academic English.
Manuscripts should typically range between 2,500 to 8,000 words, depending on the type of paper.
The submission must include the following components:

Title Page
Abstract (150–250 words)
Keywords (4–6 words)
Main text with appropriate headings and subheadings
References in the required citation style

Formatting Guidelines

Font: Times New Roman, Size 12, Line spacing 1.5
Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Referencing Style: APA / MLA / Chicago (as specified by the journal)
Tables, figures, and graphs must be clear, properly numbered, and accurately cited within the text

Ethical Standards

Authors must follow principles of academic honesty and research integrity.
Plagiarism beyond the journal’s allowed limit is strictly prohibited.
Conflicts of interest must be clearly declared in the manuscript.
Research involving human or animal subjects must include ethical approval documentation (if applicable).

Review & Publication Process

All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process.
Authors may be requested to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer feedback.
Accepted papers proceed through copyediting, final formatting, and publication.