Submission guidelines

Authors should prepare manuscripts according to the journal's guidelines. Manuscripts must be original and not under review elsewhere.

• Title
• Abstract (150–250 words)
• Keywords (4–6 keywords)
• Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion
• Acknowledgements, Funding, Conflict of Interest Statement
• References (APA 7th edition)

Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx), Times New Roman, 12pt, 1.5 line spacing, 1-inch margin.

Submitting Your Manuscript

Submit your manuscript through the journal's online submission system or designated email.

• Online Submission Portal: Submit manuscript
• Email Submission: editor@ijsmtbd.com

Required files:

• Main manuscript file/ Anonymized manuscript (Without Author Name)
• Title page with author details
• Anonymized manuscript for peer review
• Author declaration form (if applicable)
• Ethical approval documents (if applicable)

Peer Review Policy

The journal follows a double-blind peer review process. Manuscripts are evaluated for originality, quality, and relevance.

• Initial editorial screening for scope and formatting
• Double-blind review by at least two experts
• Decisions: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject
• Authors must respond to reviewer comments within the given timeline

After Acceptance

• Submit final revised manuscript
• Complete copyright/license agreement
• Review and approve proof copy
• Final publication online

Further Resources

For additional guidance, consult:

• Author Guidelines
• Manuscript Template
• Copyright and Licensing Policy
• Publication Ethics and Plagiarism Policy
• Contact the Editorial Office for queries