Submission Guidelines

The International Journal of Social Science, Commerce & Management Studies (IJSSCM) welcomes original, high-quality manuscripts that contribute to research and innovation in Social Sciences, Management, Commerce, Economics, Public Administration, Education, Law and related disciplines. Authors are requested to follow the guidelines below before submitting their manuscripts.

1. Types of Submissions

IJSSM accepts:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Survey Papers
  • Case Studies
  • Short Communications
  • Book Reviews

2. Language and Formatting

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear and grammatically correct English.
  • Use Times New Roman, 12-point font with 1.5 line spacing.
  • Maintain 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Headings and subheadings should be clearly organized.
  • Tables and figures must be numbered, titled and cited within the text.

3. Structure of the Paper

The manuscript should include:

  • Title of the Paper
  • Author Name(s), Affiliation(s) and Corresponding Author Email
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • 4–6 Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review (if applicable)
  • Methodology
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • References (APA/MLA/Chicago or journal-prescribed style)

4. Originality and Ethics

  • Manuscripts must be original, unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere.
  • Authors must properly cite all references and avoid plagiarism.
  • Ethical approval must be obtained wherever applicable.

5. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts should be submitted in MS Word (.doc/.docx) format through the journal's online submission system or official email.
  • Authors should include a cover letter highlighting the originality and significance of the work.

6. Review and Decision

  • All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process.
  • Authors may be requested to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers’ comments.
  • The final decision regarding publication rests with the Editor-in-Chief.