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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • The articles submitted to Synergy Int. J. Multidiscip. Stud. are the sole responsibility of the author for the accuracy of facts and expressions of opinions.

Author Guidelines

1. Scope and Focus

Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies invites original, previously unpublished articles across various disciplines in the fields of management, development, sustainability, and beyond. Manuscripts must not be under consideration elsewhere.

2. Manuscript Types and Requirements

Type Word Count Minimum References Recent References (2020–2025)
Original Research 3,000–10,000 words ≥ 25 ≥ 70%
Review Article 4,000–7,000 words ≥ 50 ≥ 70%
Theoretical Paper 4,000–6,000 words Case-by-case ≥ 70%
Case Study 3,000–5,000 words Case-by-case ≥ 70%
Book Review 800–1,500 words Not specified Not applicable

3. Submission Process

Submit manuscripts through the online portal at: https://sijmds.com

Each submission must include a duly signed Author Declaration and Copyright Agreement Form: Download Form

Authors may also email submissions to: editor@sijmds.com

4. Manuscript Preparation

Refer to the official writing and formatting rules here: Writing Rules

Key formatting points:

    • Language: English only. Non-native speakers are strongly advised to have their work proofread by a fluent English speaker.

    • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx)

    • Font & Spacing: Times New Roman, Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5

    • Referencing Style: APA (7th Edition)

    • Reference Requirements:

      • Research articles should include at least 25 scholarly references.

      • Review articles should include at least 50 scholarly references.

    • ORCiD: Authors are encouraged to include their ORCiD iDs (Register here)

    Structure of the Manuscript:

    • Title Page (with authors’ full names, affiliations, and email addresses)

    • Abstract (150–300 words, IMRAD format recommended)

    • Keywords (5–10 keywords)

    • Main Text

    • Tables (editable format; cite in numerical order)

    • Declarations (including funding, conflicts of interest, etc.)

    • References

5. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools

To maintain academic integrity and ensure full transparency, authors are required to follow the journal’s policy on the responsible use of AI tools during manuscript preparation.

  • Permitted Uses
    Authors may use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, QuillBot, and others only for non-substantive support, including:

    • Language editing and grammar correction

    • Formatting assistance

    • Clarifying or rephrasing sentences

    • Brainstorming ideas

    • ⚠️ Important: AI tools must not be used to:

      • Generate new scientific content

      • Conduct data analysis

      • Interpret research findings

  • Disclosure Requirement
    If AI tools are used in any part of manuscript preparation, authors must clearly disclose:

      • The name(s) of the AI tool(s) used

      • The purpose for using them

      • The extent of their involvement

    This disclosure must be included either:

    • In the Acknowledgements section, or

    • As a separate “AI Usage Disclosure” at the end of the manuscript

For complete details, please visit the full policy at:
https://sijmds.com/index.php/pub/AIpolicy

6. Submission Schedule and Publication Limitations

Rolling Submissions (Effective From September 2026):
Authors can submit manuscripts at any time. However, to be considered for a specific issue, submissions must be received by the following deadlines:

  • 31st October – for the March issue

  • 31st January – for the June issue

  • 30th April – for the September issue

  • 31st July – for the December issue

Publication Frequency Rule (Effective From September 2025):
Authors (including co-authors) may publish only one article in every three consecutive issues.

  • After publishing an article in Issue 1, the same author(s) can not publish in Issues 2 or 3.

  • Authors become eligible to submit again, starting with Issue 4.

  • Note: This rule does not apply to book reviews.

7. Peer Review Process

Synergy International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies employs a double-blind peer review process, which is explained in detail here: Peer Review Policy

The typical review duration is 4–8 weeks. All reviews are confidential and independent.

8. Revisions

If your manuscript requires revisions to comply with the journal's requirements, please prepare and upload the following documents with your revised submission:

  1. Author Response Letter: Provide a detailed, point-by-point response addressing each comment from the editor and reviewers. If you disagree with any comment, include a respectful and well-reasoned rebuttal.

  2. Revised Manuscript (Tracked Changes): Submit a version of your manuscript with all changes clearly marked using the "Track Changes" feature, so reviewers can easily see what has been modified.

  3. Revised Manuscript (Clean Copy): Upload a final version of your revised manuscript without any markup or tracked changes.

9. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

Details regarding publication charges can be found here: Price Policy

10. Open Access Policy

All content is freely available online under a Gold Open Access model: Open Access Policy

11. Disclaimer

The views, findings, and conclusions expressed in articles published in Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Editorial Board or the publisher. The Editorial Board does not accept responsibility for the originality, accuracy, or completeness of the content presented, nor does it necessarily endorse the opinions, interpretations, or claims made by the contributors.

The responsibility for ensuring the originality, accuracy, and integrity of the content lies entirely with the author(s). Authors are fully accountable for their work, including matters related to plagiarism, copyright compliance, and data integrity. In the event of any claims, disputes, or legal issues arising from the content, the responsibility shall rest solely with the author(s).

12. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright for their work. Articles are published under the
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0): Licensing Policy

13. Contact

editor@sijmds.com
synergy.publication.24@gmail.com

Copyright Notice

Authors retain full copyright of their articles published in Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies (SIJMDS). However, by submitting their work to the journal, authors agree to the following terms:

  1. Grant of Exclusive Publishing Rights:
    Authors grant Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies the exclusive right to publish their articles under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows the article to be freely shared, reproduced, and adapted, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors and the journal.

  2. Restriction on Further Publication:
    After the article is published in Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, the author(s) agree not to submit the article or any version of it to any other journal, publication, or outlet without prior written permission from the journal. This restriction ensures the article remains exclusive to Synergy for its publication.

  3. Open Access and Redistribution:
    Authors are encouraged to make their work available under open access principles, which allow wider sharing and public accessibility, while ensuring that the article remains exclusively published by the journal.

  4. Infringement of Rights:
    The author(s) certify that the publication of the article does not infringe upon third-party rights and that all necessary permissions for any third-party content included in the work have been obtained.

  5. Reusability:
    All rights are reserved for the authors. They are free to reuse and redistribute their work in any medium, provided they give appropriate credit to the original publication in Synergy: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies.

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