Submission Guidelines

 

1. Types of Submissions

IJERBDS accepts the following categories of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Papers
  • Case Studies and Technical Reports
  • Short Communications

All submissions must present novel contributions and should not be under consideration elsewhere.

2. Manuscript Preparation

2.1 Language

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear and concise English
  • Authors should ensure grammatical accuracy and readability

2.2 Structure of the Manuscript

The manuscript should be organized in the following format:

  • Title of the Paper
  • Author Name(s) and Affiliation(s)
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (4–6 keywords)
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review (if applicable)
  • Methodology / Materials and Methods
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • References

3. Formatting Requirements

  • File format: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman, Size 12
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Figures and tables must be clearly labeled and referenced in the text

4. Referencing Style

  • Authors must follow a standard referencing style such as APA, IEEE, or Harvard
  • All references must be properly cited within the text
  • Only relevant and credible sources should be included

5. Originality and Ethics

  • Manuscripts must be original and plagiarism-free
  • Proper acknowledgment must be given to all sources
  • The journal does not accept duplicate or previously published work
  • Authors must comply with ethical standards in research and publication

6. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s official submission system or designated email
  • Authors must provide:
    • Complete manuscript
    • Author details and contact information
    • Declaration of originality (if required)

7. Peer Review Process

  • All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review
  • Authors may be required to revise the manuscript based on reviewer comments
  • Final acceptance is subject to editorial approval

8. Revision and Resubmission

  • Authors must address all reviewer comments clearly
  • A revised manuscript should be accompanied by a response to reviewers document
  • Timely resubmission is encouraged to avoid delays

9. Copyright and Licensing

  • Authors retain copyright of their work
  • Published articles are distributed under an open-access license
  • Authors must agree to the journal’s licensing terms upon acceptance

10. Article Processing Charges (APC)

  • If applicable, APC details will be communicated after acceptance of the manuscript
  • There are no hidden charges at the submission stage

11. Contact Information

For queries related to submission, authors may contact the editorial office through the official journal communication channels.