1.     Manuscript Format

• Language: English (British)
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Alignment: Justified
• Margins: 1 inch (all sides)
• File Format: MS Word (.docx) only
• Referencing Style: APA 7^th Edition
• Figures and Tables: Must be labelled clearly with appropriate captions, placed appropriately, and referred to in the text

2.     Tentative Structure of Research Articles

• Title
• Author Details (Name, Designation, Affiliation, Email, ORCID iD*)
• Abstract (150–250 words)
• Keywords (4–7)
• Introduction
• Review of Literature / Theoretical Framework
• Objectives / Research Questions
• Methodology
• Results and Discussion
• Conclusion and Implications
• References (APA 7th Style)
• Appendices (if applicable)

*ORCID iD is encouraged but not mandatory. Authors can register at https://orcid.org.

3.     Submission Process

• Submit manuscripts via email: [Insert mail ID]
• Include the following in your email:
  • Cover Letter (mentioning manuscript type and originality statement)
  • Declaration of Originality and Conflict of Interest statement (template provided on request)
  • Manuscript file (in Word format)
  • Ethical Clearance Certificate (if human subjects involved)

4.     Peer Review Policy

• Double-blind peer review process is followed
• Preliminary editorial screening is conducted for scope, structure, and plagiarism
• Reviewer decision within 3–4 weeks
• Revisions (if any) should be resubmitted within 2–3 weeks
• The final decision will be taken by the editorial board

5.     Editorial Decisions

Submissions are evaluated and categorized as:

• Accept
• Accept with Minor Revisions
• Revise and Resubmit (Major Revisions)
• Reject

Final decisions rest with the editorial board, which are based on originality, academic rigour, thematic relevance, and adherence to ethical standards. Authors will be notified with reviewer comments (where applicable).

6.     Plagiarism Policy

All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software.

• Acceptable similarity index: ≤10% (excluding references and quotations)
• Any form of academic misconduct or violence (e.g., plagiarism, duplicate submission, data manipulation) may result in desk rejection, withdrawal post-publication, retraction, or blacklisting
• AI-generated content must not be the main intellectual contribution, and you are responsible for its accuracy and originality

7.     Submission Checklist

Authors are advised to ensure the following before submission:

• The manuscript is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere
• APA 7th referencing style followed consistently
• Plagiarism < 10%
• All co-authors (if any) have approved the submission
• Ethical approval is included if applicable
• Figures, tables, and appendices are properly labelled
• Institutional ethical approval (for studies involving human subjects) is attached
• ORCID iD included (optional but encouraged)

1. Core Principles for Reviewers

• Confidentiality – Treat manuscripts as confidential material.
• Constructiveness – Offer helpful, professional, and respectful feedback.
• Diversity of Thought – Respect different theoretical and cultural perspectives.
• Timeliness – Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe.
• Transparency – Disclose any conflict of interest.

2. Reviewer Ethics & Follow-Up

• Reviews should not be shared or used elsewhere.
• Reviewers may be invited to re-review revised manuscripts.
• Stay constructive: especially with early-career scholars or interdisciplinary work.

• It is excellent platform for sharing educational research and insights with a wide-reaching audience in a credible and impactful manner.
• It is an international, peer-reviewed, and refereed journal that is published annually and covers multiple disciplines. This ensures that all submissions undergo a rigorous scholarly evaluation for quality and originality.
• The journal welcomes a variety of manuscript types, including original research articles, review articles, policy analyses, and case studies. Its scope encompasses educational research, theoretical insights, policy discussions, and practitioner perspectives in global and cross-cultural contexts.
• The journal offers relatively low publication fees, making it accessible to researchers with limited funding.
• The journal aims to enhance the quality of contemporary education and fosters original, critical thinking on significant educational issues, supporting innovation and scholarly debate.
• The journal is available online, offers full-text access, and is published in English, making it accessible to a global audience.

A. Responsibilities of Authors

• Ensure all submitted work is original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism, falsification, or redundant publication
• All authors must have made substantial contributions and approve the final version; ghost authorship or gift authorship is not allowed
• Disclose any potential conflict of interest or funding source
• Disclose any potential ethical concerns related to the study (especially when involving human participants)
• Student authors must clearly define the role of supervisors and include institutional approval if applicable.

B. Responsibilities of the Editorial Board

• Ensure fair, impartial, and timely review of manuscripts
• Maintain confidentiality of submissions and review outcomes
• Resolve disputes or allegations of misconduct professionally and promptly
• Uphold academic integrity and take ethical decisions in line with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards

C. Responsibilities of Reviewers

• Provide objective, detailed, constructive, and timely reviews
• Maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest
• Notify the editorial board if unqualified or unavailable to review a submission
• Avoid using unpublished manuscript content for personal gain

D. Ethical Misconduct Handling

GYANMARG strictly adheres to the standards of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All suspected misconduct including plagiarism, data falsification, authorship disputes, or ethical violations will be investigated in line with COPE’s official flowcharts and protocols.

Consequences may result in:

• Immediate rejection or retraction
• Notification to author’s affiliated institutions
• Temporary or permanent ban on future submissions
• Issuance of erratum or retraction notices

E. Copyright, Licensing, and Access

• Authors retain copyright
• GYANMARG is a non-commercial, open-access journal
• Authors grant the journal permission to publish, archive, and distribute their work

F. Inclusive and Respectful Language

All authors must use inclusive, respectful, and non-discriminatory language throughout their manuscripts. Submissions containing casteist, sexist, racist, or ableist terminology will be rejected at any stage.

The Journal is dedicated to advancing high-quality, ethical, and original research in Education. The policies are clear, reader-friendly, aligning with international guidelines.

Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of everyone involved in our publication process for authors, reviewers, editors, and readers.

• Information We Collect: We gather only essential details such as your name, affiliation, email, and ORCID number during manuscript submission. Reviewer and editor contact information is also collected to facilitate the peer-review process. We may collect anonymized website usage data to improve your experience.
• How We Use Your Information: Your personal data is used exclusively for editorial and publication-related communication. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (like plagiarism checkers), but always under strict confidentiality.
• Data Security and Compliance: All data is securely stored on encrypted servers, accessible only to authorized staff. We comply with relevant data protection laws, including GDPR for EU users and the Information Technology Act, 2000 for Indian stakeholders.
• Anonymity in Peer Review: Our double-blind peer-review process ensures that both author and reviewer identities remain confidential to maintain fairness and integrity.
• Data Retention and Deletion: We retain personal data only as long as necessary or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data, subject to legal and archival requirements.

Refund Policy

Our publication fees are transparent and fair, modeled after reputable publishers like other journals.

• When Fees Apply: Any Article Processing Charges (APCs) are communicated upfront and are only payable after your manuscript is accepted.
• Refunds:
  • Full refunds are issued for overpayments, duplicate payments, or if a manuscript is withdrawn before peer review starts.
  • If the journal cannot deliver promised services (like publication or online hosting), a proportional refund is provided.
  • No refunds are available for manuscripts withdrawn after peer review begins, for rejected manuscripts, or for already published articles.

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