Author Guidelines

NADT Journals (JHSS & JERS)

These guidelines are intended to assist authors in preparing and submitting manuscripts to the Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (JHSS) and the Journal of Educational Research & Studies (JERS). Authors are advised to read the instructions carefully to ensure a smooth and timely review process.

Eligibility for Submission

Manuscripts are accepted from postgraduate students, M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars, teacher educators, academicians, and practitioners. Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by any other journal.

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Papers
  • Conceptual and Theoretical Papers
  • Case Studies and Field Reports
  • Action Research (JERS)
  • Book Reviews
  • Short Communications

Language of Manuscript

JHSS accepts manuscripts in English. JERS accepts manuscripts in Hindi, Urdu, and English. Authors should ensure clarity, coherence, and academic tone in the chosen language.

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

  • Manuscript length: 3,000–7,000 words (including references)
  • File format: DOC or DOCX (PDF only for initial reference, if required)
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  • Page numbers should be included

Structure of the Manuscript

  • Title of the Paper
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (3–7)
  • Introduction
  • Review of Related Literature (where applicable)
  • Methodology / Conceptual Framework
  • Results / Discussion
  • Conclusion and Implications
  • References

Referencing Style

Authors are required to follow the APA (7th Edition) style of referencing. All sources cited in the text must be included in the reference list and vice versa.

Plagiarism Policy

NADT Journals follows a strict plagiarism policy. Manuscripts must be original and properly cited. Submissions found to contain plagiarism beyond acceptable limits will be rejected without further review.

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers’ comments. The editorial decision will be communicated via email.

Publication Fee

Currently, NADT Journals does not charge any submission or publication fees. Any changes to this policy will be notified on the journal website in advance.

Submission of Manuscript

Manuscripts should be submitted online through the official submission link available on the journal website. Authors will receive an automated confirmation upon successful submission.

By submitting a manuscript to NADT Journals, authors agree to comply with all editorial policies, ethical standards, and review procedures of the journal.