International Journal of Science and Technology (IJST)

International Journal of Science and Technology (IJST)

An Open access, Peer-reviewed, Quarterly Journal

ISSN: 3049-1118

Call For Paper - Volume - 2 Issue - 4 (October - December 2025)

Author Guidelines

Note:

  • AI tools like ChatGPT can be used to support the writing of a research paper, but the paper should not be entirely written by AI. Any AI assistance used must be properly acknowledged in the paper.
  • Use headings as needed in the manuscript.
  • Do not use too many sub-headings.
  • Please do not write the paper in points like notes.

General Formatting:

1. Font Size and Style:

  • Article Title: The title of the article should be in font size 16.
  • Heading: All headings and sub-headings should be formatted in bold, with a font size of 12, and in title case. Capitalize the first letter of each major word in headings.
  • Main Text: The font size for the entire paper, excluding the title, is 12.
  • Font Type: Use Times New Roman for the entire manuscript.
  • Page Size: Keep the page size as A4.
  • Margins: Set page margins to 1 inch on all sides.

2. Paper format:

  • Title of the Paper:
  • Author Details: Author(s) Name(s), Affiliation(s)
  • Abstract: The abstract should be no more than 200-250  words and must clearly summarize the main points of your research paper.
  • Keywords: Provide 4-6 keywords that best represent the main themes of your paper. The keywords should be listed in lowercase and should appear immediately after the abstract.
  • Introduction: Introduce the research topic, its significance, and the problem or question being addressed. Provide background context, state the objectives, and outline the paper’s structure. Keep it engaging and relevant, typically 1-2 pages.
  • Main Body: Organize into logical sections with clear headings (e.g., Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion).
  • Conclusion: Summarize key findings, restate the significance of the research, and suggest implications or future research directions.
  • References: List all sources cited in the paper, formatted according to the required style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago). Ensure accuracy and consistency. Example (APA):
    Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page range. DOI or URL

3. File Format:

  • Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

4. Word Limit:

  • The manuscript must contain between 2000 to 6000 words.
  • After 6000 words, an additional payment of Rs 300/- or 10 USD will have to be made for every 1000 words.
  • References will not count towards the word count.

5. Plagiarism Check:

  • All submitted manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism. The level of similarity in the article should not exceed 15%.

6. Figures, Tables, and Charts:

  • All figures, tables, and charts must be numbered and titled appropriately.
  • They should be placed close to the relevant text and cited properly.
  • Use clear and high-resolution images for graphical representations.

7. Technical and Scientific Rigor:

  • Ensure the paper follows a logical structure, including Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
  • All scientific terminologies, equations, and technical concepts must be properly defined and formatted.

8. Submission Process:

  • Ensure that your manuscript is formatted according to the guidelines above before submission.
  • Follow the specific submission instructions provided for the journal.

9. Request for Withdrawal of Published Paper

If an author requests withdrawal of a published paper, the following conditions will apply:

  1. Withdrawal requests are accepted only through a formal written application by the corresponding author.
  2. The paper will be removed from the website, indexing databases, and DOI system (if applicable).
  3. A withdrawal processing charge of ₹2000 INR or 120 USD must be paid before the removal process begins.
  4. The withdrawal request will be processed only after the payment confirmation.
  5. The journal reserves the right to keep a record of the withdrawn article for internal documentation purposes.

Formatting Checklist:

  1. Article Title: Font size 16
  2. Text: Font size 12
  3. Headings: Title Case
  4. Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  5. Page Size: A4
  6. Abstract: 200-250 words
  7. Keywords: 3-6, in lowercase
  8. Word Count: 2000 – 5000 words
  9. File Format: .doc or .docx
  10. No plagiarism (less than 15%)

By following the above guidelines, you ensure that your manuscript is in proper format and ready for submission to the journal.