Author Guidelines

The International Journal of IT Management and Commerce invites original research papers, review articles, case studies, and technical reports that align with the journal’s aim and scope. Authors are requested to carefully follow the guidelines below before submitting their manuscripts.

1. Manuscript Preparation

Language

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise, and grammatically correct English.
  • Authors are encouraged to ensure proper language quality and may use professional language editing services before submission.

Format

  • Manuscripts should be prepared using Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Font: Times New Roman, Size 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Text Alignment: Justified
  • Page numbers must be included.
  • All headings and subheadings should be clearly formatted and numbered where appropriate.
  • Tables and figures should be placed as close as possible to their first citation in the text.

2. Manuscript Structure

Authors should organize their manuscript in the following order:

  1. Title Page
    • Title (concise and informative)
    • Author(s) full name
    • Affiliation(s)
    • Corresponding author email
    • ORCID ID (if available)
  2. Abstract
    • 150–250 words (good as is)
    • Clearly state objective, methodology, results, and conclusion.
  3. Keywords
    • 4–6 relevant keywords separated by commas.
  4. Main Text
    • Introduction
    • Literature Review
    • Proposed Methodology/Research Methodology
    • Results and Discussion
    • Conclusion
    • Future Scope (Optional)
    • Acknowledgment (Optional)
    • References

3. Referencing Style

The journal follows the IEEE Referencing Style.

  • All references must be cited in the text.
  • References should be relevant and preferably published within the last 5–10 years.
  • DOI numbers should be included whenever available.
  • References must be listed in numerical order according to their first citation in the manuscript.

4. Figures and Tables

  • Figures and tables must be clearly labeled and numbered.
  • Provide high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi; 600 dpi preferred for research figures and diagrams).
  • Each figure/table must include a caption.

5. Originality and Plagiarism

  • Manuscripts must be original and unpublished.
  • The overall similarity index should not exceed 15% (excluding references, quotations, and properly cited content).

6. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s official email or online submission system.
  • Authors will receive an acknowledgment of submission.
  • The manuscript will undergo a double-blind peer review process.

7. Article Processing Charges (If Applicable)

  • Article Processing Charges (APC), if applicable, will be communicated upon acceptance.
  • There is no submission fee unless specified.

8. Ethical Considerations

  • Authors must disclose conflicts of interest.
  • Ethical approval is required for research involving human participants.
  • Proper citation and acknowledgment are mandatory.
  • Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material, figures, tables, or datasets from other sources.

9. Review and Publication Timeline

  • Initial Editorial Screening: 1–2 days
  • Peer Review Process: 1–2 days
  • Final Decision and Publication: 2–4 days after acceptance

10. Correspondence

For manuscript submission, review status inquiries, or publication-related assistance, please contact the Editorial Office.

Email: editorijimc@gmail.com