Method 1: Direct Email Submission
Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts directly via email to:
cjmsr@cmd.kerala.gov.in Attach Microsoft Word file (.doc / .docx) with title, author affiliations, and abstract.Method 2: Online Submission Portal
Submit through the OJS integrated peer review management system:
1. Scope & Focus
- We encourage contributions from Management, Social Sciences, and Information Science, provided they hold clear relevance to academic inquiry, research, and practical application.
- The article should be grounded in evidence, drawing from research, case studies, or professional experience with appropriate citations and references.
2. Originality & Ethics
Plagiarism Threshold
Generative AI Threshold
- Originality: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by any other publisher or medium. Avoid AI-generated content. All submissions must reflect the author's own analysis, interpretation, and writing.
- Acknowledgement of Sources: All sources, data, and quotations must be properly cited. Proper in-text citations must be provided for every reference used in the article.
- Author Responsibility: Authors are responsible for ensuring that the article contains no plagiarism, factual inaccuracies, or copyright infringements.
- References: Provide only genuine references that you have personally accessed in print or online form. Verify all references cited in the text and listed at the end.
3. Formatting Specifications
Submit your manuscript in Microsoft Word format (.doc / .docx) adhering strictly to the following parameters:
| Element | Typography & Layout Requirement |
|---|---|
| Font Family | Times New Roman |
| Article Title | 16 pt (Capitalise the first letter of each word • Title Case) |
| Main Headings | 14 pt, Bold (e.g., Abstract, Introduction, Objectives, Methodology, Conclusion) |
| Subheadings | 12 pt, Bold |
| Body Text | 12 pt, 1.5-line spacing |
| Author Details | 10 pt (Full Name, Designation, Institution, Email Address) |
| Keywords | 12 pt, Italics (4–5 keywords, separated by commas, capitalized first letter) |
| Numbering | Number all main headings and subheadings clearly to indicate their hierarchy |
| Images & Visuals | High resolution, free of copyright restrictions. Note: Selfie images will not be accepted. |
4. Manuscript Categories & Word Limits
CJMSR accepts the following five distinct categories of scholarly manuscripts:
4.1 Research Articles
Up to 5,500 wordsPurpose: Original empirical, theoretical, conceptual, or policy-oriented research that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in Management, Social Sciences, or Information Science (word limit excludes abstract, tables, figures, references, and appendices).
4.2 Review Articles
Up to 5,000 wordsPurpose: Critical and comprehensive review of existing literature that identifies research trends, gaps, and future directions.
4.3 Case Studies
3,500 wordsPurpose: Analysis of a real-world organization, project, programme, policy, or management issue with practical implications.
4.4 Book Reviews
Up to 2,000 wordsPurpose: Critical evaluation of recently published scholarly books relevant to the journal’s scope.
4.5 Conceptual Papers
Up to 4,000 wordsPurpose: Critically develop, extend, critique, or integrate existing theories, concepts, and literature to advance understanding through theoretical propositions or conceptual frameworks, without necessarily relying on original empirical data.
5. Structure & Referencing
- Title: Clear, concise, and informative title that accurately reflects the content with the first letter of each word capitalized.
- Author Name & Affiliation: Include full name, designation, institution, and email address (10 pt font). Specify all authors who have contributed significantly to the research, writing, or review.
- Abstract: Concise, clear, and accurately reflecting the content, with a maximum length of 250 words.
- Keywords: 4–5 keywords for indexing that reflect the subject matter. Capitalise the first letter of each word, separate with commas, and write in italics (12 pt font).
- Introduction: Clearly state the article's purpose and provide context. Give proper historical background and recent developments with references.
- Main Body: Organized into well-structured sections with appropriate subheadings. ‘Introduction’ and ‘Conclusion’ are mandatory. Use examples, visuals, or case studies to enhance understanding.
- References: Follow APA 7th edition style for all references and in-text citations. List all references in alphabetical order. Include the Digital Object Identifier (DOI) for each reference after cross-checking. If a DOI is unavailable, provide the journal's official URL along with the retrieval date.
- Illustrations, Tables and Figures: A maximum of 5 tables and/or figures are allowed per article. All tables and figures must be properly labelled and embedded within the text at appropriate places (not at the end). Indicate table number above table followed by title in bold. Indicate figure number and title in bold at bottom of figure. Obtain permissions for third-party visuals.
6. Style, Tone & Conventions
Language & Tone
Maintain professional academic language and tone suited to scholarly understanding. Flowery language should be avoided. Use strong verbs and active voice where appropriate.
Vocabulary & Abbreviations
Avoid excessive jargon, slang, and clichés; explain specialized terms when necessary. Define all abbreviations on their first use.
Grammar & Uniformity
Free from typographical and grammatical errors. Maintain strict uniformity in spelling, punctuation style, and formatting throughout.
Number Conventions
Use number names for numbers written in the main body of the article (e.g., Fifteen members instead of 15 members; Tenth instead of 10th).
7–10. Review, Rights & Submission
7. Review Process
All submissions undergo editorial review for relevance, clarity, and accuracy, followed by double-blind peer review. The editorial team may request revisions before acceptance. Final acceptance rests with the editorial board.
8. Copyright & Permissions
Upon acceptance, authors grant the right to publish the article in digital and print formats. Authors retain copyright and may reuse the work elsewhere with proper acknowledgement under CC BY 4.0. Authors must obtain permission to reproduce figures or tables from previously published sources.
9. Acknowledgements & AI Use Disclosure
Authors can thank individuals or organizations in the acknowledgements section who supported the work but did not qualify for authorship. Financial, professional, or personal relationships must be disclosed.
“Generative AI was used for language editing and improving the clarity and readability of the manuscript. The authors reviewed and verified all content and remain fully responsible for the final manuscript.”
10. Manuscript Submission
Ready to submit your manuscript? Submit directly via email or through the online portal:
