Publication Process
Stage 1 : Draft Submission
All submissions must be original and not previously published or under review elsewhere. Manuscripts submitted should ideally be around 8,000 words, with a permissible range of 6,000 to 8,000 words, including references. This range ensures a thorough exploration of the topic without unnecessary content.
IJNGP strictly adheres to APA guidelines. This ensures the document is typed and double-spaced on standard-sized paper (8.5" x 11") with 1" margins on all sides. Use a consistent font throughout; APA suggests either a sans serif font such as 11-point Calibri or Arial, or a serif font like 12-point Times New Roman or 11-point Georgia. Include a page header, known as the "running head," at the top of each page with the page number flush right.
Stage 2 : Initial Screening
Once you have reviewed all these aspects, you can proceed to submit your manuscript. Upon submission, your draft will undergo initial screening, which will assess the following dimensions:
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The depth of the literature review, including evaluations for plagiarism and adequacy of citations and references.
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The logic, rationale, and plausibility of the proposed hypotheses.
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The soundness and feasibility of the methodology and analysis pipeline, particularly the statistical analysis where applicable.
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The clarity and methodological detail necessary to replicate the proposed experimental procedures and analysis pipeline accurately.
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Whether the author(s) have pre-specified sufficient outcome-neutral tests to ensure the results can adequately test the stated hypotheses, including the inclusion of positive controls and quality checks.
This screening process evaluates:
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Plagiarism
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Alignment with the Journal's Aim
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Interest Level of the Research
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Writing Quality
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Adherence to submission instructions
If the paper meets these criteria, it proceeds to the Peer review stage.
Stage 3 : Peer Review
Peer Review serves as an essential quality control mechanism for manuscripts as it involves the independent evaluation of your manuscript by experts in our field. Its primary purpose is to assess the manuscripts' quality and its suitability for publication. In addition to maintaining journal standards, peer review provides valuable feedback to authors and researchers. This feedback is instrumental in enhancing the manuscript before publication, making peer review a collaborative process where authors engage in constructive dialogue with peers in their field.
Following initial screening, manuscripts deemed suitable undergo peer review:
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The editorial board will provide detailed feedback and make the final decision regarding publication.
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The process adheres to a double-blind peer review system, ensuring impartiality and fairness.
Step 4: Editorial Decision
The outcome of the peer review process can result in acceptance for publication, a request for revisions, or, in some cases, rejection. Editorial decisions are influenced by several factors, including the alignment of the content with, adherence to editorial standards, accuracy, originality, and overall quality. These considerations guide the editorial team in ensuring that the published content is valuable, credible, and compelling for its readership. Ultimately, the editorial board bases its decision on the feedback provided by the editorial board, aiming to uphold high standards and deliver impactful content to the audience.
Step 5: Final Decision
The Editorial Board of IJNGP sends anonymised reviews to authors and may recommend revisions based on reviewers' feedback. A new evaluation of the revised manuscript may be necessary to make the final decision on its publication. When manuscripts submitted to the second evaluation step are rejected, authors are informed of the decision along with the reviewers' opinions. The final decision lies with the Editorial Board.
The decision may result in one of the following outcomes:
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Acceptance without any changes
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Acceptance with minor revisions
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Acceptance with major revisions
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Revise and resubmit
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Rejection
Step 6 : Typesetting
Once accepted, the manuscript enters the typesetting phase where it is meticulously edited and structured according to the journal’s guidelines. Typesetting is a crucial phase in the publishing process as it ensures the final manuscript is clear, readable, and meets journal standards. A well-typeset manuscript not only enhances readability but also boosts the credibility of both the author and the journal.
Step 7 : Proofreading
The proofreading process ensures that the manuscript adheres to the journal’s formatting and style guidelines. It checks for consistency in language usage, tone, and terminology, and reviews the manuscript for clarity and coherence. Revisions may be suggested to improve readability. The proofreaders also ensure that tables, figures, and other visual elements are accurately labelled and referenced, and they verify the accuracy of references and citations. Additionally, they review the article for spelling and grammatical errors.
After the proofreading is completed, the proofread version is shared with the author for a final review.
Upon receiving the author's approval, the paper proceeds to the publishing and printing phase.
Publication fee
For Students
Others
IND
₹1099
₹2499
INT
$30
$70
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For additional mentorship and support, write to office@ijngp.com.
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Bonafide student less than the age of 24 from a college/ university having an identity card for the current academic year.
Certifications
*Failure to comply with these specifications may result in paper rejection.