• Authors should prepare their manuscripts in MS Word (.doc/.docx) format, typed in clear and concise English or Hindi (for Hindi journals), following the respective journal’s guidelines.
• Manuscripts should be typed in Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
• Headings & Subheadings: Use a consistent hierarchy (e.g., Heading 1, Heading 2).

• Required Components:

  1. Title Page (separate document)
     • Manuscript title
     • Author names, affiliations, and contact information
     • Corresponding author details
     • Word count and conflict of interest statement
  2. Abstract (250-300 words)
     • Structured abstract with Background, Methodology, Results, Conclusion
     • 4-6 keywords
  3. Main Manuscript (anonymous for review)
     • Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion
     • References formatted according to journal style
  4. Supporting Materials (if applicable)
     • Tables, figures, appendices
     • Supplementary data files

• Category	Word Limit	Description
  Research Articles	4,000-8,000 words	Original empirical research with novel findings
  Review Articles	5,000-10,000 words	Comprehensive literature reviews and meta-analyses
  Case Studies	3,000-5,000 words	In-depth analysis of specific phenomena or situations
  Short Communications	1,500-3,000 words	Brief reports of preliminary findings or methodological innovations
  Book Reviews	800-1,500 words	Critical analysis of recent scholarly publications

• All references must be cited properly using the APA / MLA / Chicago style (journal-specific).
• The manuscript must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
• Tables & Figures: Insert close to where they are cited in the text, properly numbered, and with descriptive captions.
• The length of the manuscript is generally expected to be between 3,000–7,000 words (unless specified otherwise).
• Authors must submit their paper through the official journal email ID (npijournals@gmail.com) or online submission portal .
• A confirmation email will be sent after submission. Authors will be notified about the review process and acceptance decision within the standard review timeline.

**By submitting, authors agree to comply with the journal’s copyright, licensing, and ethics policies.

##APA Style (7th Edition)

In-text citation:

• Single author: (Sharma, 2021)
• Two authors: (Sharma & Gupta, 2020)
• Three or more authors: (Sharma et al., 2019)

Reference List Examples:

• Journal Article: Sharma, R. (2021). Advances in biotechnology for sustainable development. International Journal of Biotechnology Research, 12(3), 45–56. https://doi.org/xxxx
• Book: Gupta, A. (2020). Educational innovations in the 21st century. New Delhi: Academic Press.
• Book Chapter: Verma, K. (2019). Technology in classrooms. In P. Rao (Ed.), Trends in modern education (pp. 45–67). Mumbai: EduWorld Publishers.

##MLA Style (9th Edition)

In-text citation:

• Single author: (Sharma 45)
• Two authors: (Sharma and Gupta 123)
• Three or more authors: (Sharma et al. 89)

Works Cited Examples:

• Journal Article: Sharma, Ramesh. “Advances in Biotechnology for Sustainable Development.” International Journal of Biotechnology Research, vol. 12, no. 3, 2021, pp. 45–56.
• Book: Gupta, Anil. Educational Innovations in the 21st Century. Academic Press, 2020.
• Book Chapter: Verma, Kavita. “Technology in Classrooms.” Trends in Modern Education, edited by P. Rao, EduWorld Publishers, 2019, pp. 45–67.

##Chicago Style (Author–Date System)

In-text citation:

• Single author: (Sharma 2021, 45)
• Two authors: (Sharma and Gupta 2020, 123)
• Three or more authors: (Sharma et al. 2019, 89)

Reference List Examples:

• Journal Article: Sharma, Ramesh. 2021. “Advances in Biotechnology for Sustainable Development.” International Journal of Biotechnology Research 12 (3): 45–56. https://doi.org/xxxx.
• Book: Gupta, Anil. 2020. Educational Innovations in the 21st Century. New Delhi: Academic Press.
• Book Chapter: Verma, Kavita. 2019. “Technology in Classrooms.” In Trends in Modern Education, edited by P. Rao, 45–67. Mumbai: EduWorld Publishers.

• Manuscript prepared in MS Word (.doc/.docx)
• Includes Title, Author(s), Abstract (250–300 words), Keywords, Main Text, References.
• References formatted as per APA/MLA/Chicago style (as required by the journal).
• Manuscript length: 4,000–8,000 words.
• Figures, tables, and charts are numbered with captions.
• Work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
• Checked for plagiarism before submission.
• Submitted via official journal email / online submission portal.

• Double-blind peer review.

• Initial editorial screening for relevance and guidelines.

• Reviewed by subject experts; feedback may recommend revisions or acceptance.

• Editor-in-Chief makes final decision; review typically completed in 4–8 weeks.

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• Attach manuscript, cover letter, and any supplementary files.

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• Authors have the right to request corrections or updates in their published articles through the editorial office.

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• Follow journal formatting, referencing, and submission guidelines.

• Disclose any conflicts of interest, funding sources, or affiliations.

• Cooperate with the peer-review process and respond to comments timely.

• Avoid plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research practices.

• Notify editorial office of any errors identified post-publication.

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Eligibility:

• Ph.D. degree or equivalent academic qualification (or significant professional research experience).
• Strong record of scholarly publications in relevant fields.
• Commitment to academic integrity and ethical publishing practices.
• Ability to review manuscripts within deadlines.

Responsibility:

• Conduct timely, fair, and constructive peer reviews of submitted manuscripts.

• Participate in the peer review process within your area of expertise.

• Provide expert guidance on the journal’s scope, editorial policies, and strategic direction.

• Support the journal by promoting it within academic and professional networks.

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• Contribute to shaping the journal’s future policies, scope, and development.

• Receive recognition for your scholarly contributions and engage with a global academic community.

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Interested candidates are invited to apply by completing the application form and submitting the following:

• Updated CV with recent publications.
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• Manuscripts with a similarity index above 10–15% (excluding references) may be returned or rejected.

• Duplicate submissions or unethical practices are strictly prohibited.

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• Both reviewer and author identities are kept confidential.

• Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts before final editorial decision.

Authors are expected to address reviewer comments and submit revisions within the specified timeline.

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• Authors can distribute, post, and share their work freely in personal, institutional, or professional networks.

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   • Publications in CAPA Journals are considered credible for academic evaluations, research citations, and institutional recognition.

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