INSTRUCTION TO AUTHORS
The structure of the article could vary, however, an appropriate article may contain the following format. Title Address of the author summary Key words matter Endnotes bibliography Email.Title of the article; Name(s) and initial(s) of author(s), preferably with first names spelled out; Affiliation(s) of author(s); Footnotes to the contribution title; Name, address, telephone or fax numbers, and e-mail address of the corresponding author. The font type should be Times New Roman if it is submitted in English, Unicode fonts for other languages. Figures and tables should be legible and supporting image files are needed for clarity. Reference section should be at the end of the article after acknowledgments. The pattern of references should be as per MLA or APA format. For eg. Name/Names (Year). Title of article. Journal Name. Volume Number (issue number). Page..If it is a Book chapter, Name of author (Year). Article name. In: Name. (Editors) Name of Book. Edition Number. Publisher Name. Place.page number as “pp. xx-xx.” Authors are advised to clear the problems with Plagiarism issues as they are solely responsible for the content of the article. For this appropriate plagiarism checking tools may be used. Authors are requested to send the soft copy of articles to: akgctresearchjournal@gmail.com
The journal aims to:
– Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing
– Promote comprehensive understanding of contemporary challenges and emerging trends
– Publish original, high-quality research articles, reviews, and theoretical papers
– Address pressing societal issues and offer evidence-based insights
– Provide a platform for researchers to showcase innovative approaches and methodologies
– Serve as a forum for exchanging ideas and information related to development in education, research, and other domains
– Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Encouraging researchers from diverse fields to share insights and engage in meaningful dialogue to explore complex issues and develop innovative solutions.
– Knowledge Integration: Promoting comprehensive understanding of contemporary challenges and emerging trends by integrating knowledge from various disciplines.
– Publishing High-Quality Research: Committing to publish original, high-quality research articles, reviews, and theoretical papers that contribute significantly to their respective fields and have the potential to impact multiple disciplines.
– Addressing Societal Issues: Encouraging research that addresses pressing societal issues, offering evidence-based insights to inform policies, practices, and decision-making.
– Promoting Innovation: Providing a platform for researchers to showcase innovative approaches, methodologies, and technologies that can drive progress across multiple domains.
– Exchange of Ideas: Serving as a forum for exchanging ideas and information related to development in education, research, social sciences, humanities, law, commerce, management, and other domains.
– Disseminating Research Findings: Disseminating recent advancements in diverse fields to a global readership and bridging the gap between scientific discovery and scholarly communication.
– Enhancing Knowledge Sharing: Updating knowledge sharing in different disciplines and incorporating new findings of science and management areas and their applicability.
– Fostering Multicultural Understanding: Providing a theoretical foundation for policymakers, educators, and diplomats to foster multicultural understanding and ethical principles in promoting global peace.
– Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing
– Promote innovative research and solutions to complex problems
– Enhance academic growth and development
– Provide a platform for researchers to share high-quality research
Copy Right & Access Policy
Our journal follows a diamond open-access model, providing free access to all content without subscription fees or article processing charges for readers. All articles are published under a Creative Commons license, allowing for free reuse and redistribution. From January 1, 2026, the journal operates under an open access policy, adhering to Creative Commons licensing and copy left principles.
Scope of the Journal
Our journal invites scholarly contributions from a broad range of disciplinary perspectives, focusing on bi/multilingualism, bi/multi-literacy, and linguistic democracy. We encouragesubmissions from linguistics, literature, science, arts and commerce.
Subject Area
The journal covers a wide range of subject areas, including:
– Science and Technology: artificial intelligence, computer science, biotechnology – Social Sciences and Humanities: sociology, psychology, political science, education, linguistics, literature
– Business and Economics: finance, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, accounting
– Arts and Culture: visual arts, performing arts, history, philosophy, media studies
– Health and Medicine: medical research, pharmacy, public health, biomedical sciences
– Environmental Science: impact of human activities, sustainable solutions
– Education: teaching methods, educational policies, institutional development
– Management: organizational behaviour, human resources, strategic management
– Law: legal frameworks, policy implications, social justice issues
– Economics: economic trends, policy analysis, development economics
– Cultural Studies: intersection of culture, identity, and power dynamics
Language Learning and Teaching; The journal also explores effective pedagogies and approaches to language instruction, language planning, policy, and practice, bilingualism and multilingualism, and multicultural education.
These subject areas are not exhaustive, but they give a an idea of the diverse range of topics that research journals in literature might cover.
Publishing Schedule
Our journal is published biannually, in January and July, featuring research articles, reviews, and conceptual frameworks.
Revenue Sources
Our journal generates revenue through:
– Subscription Fees: ₹1,200 per year for institutional and individual subscriptions
– Article Processing Charges (APCs): ₹1,200 per article for authors
With effect from 1.1.2026
Article Processing Charge
₹1,200 APC is levied on authors to cover publication costs, ensuring timely and efficient dissemination of research, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and affordability.
Guidelines for Peer Reviewers
1. Reviewers must provide objective, unbiased, and constructive feedback focused on improving the research.
2. Confidentiality of manuscript content and author identity must be maintained.
3. Conflicts of interest, if any, must be disclosed
4. Review reports should be clear, unbiased, substantiated, and professional withoutpersonal criticism.
5. Use of AI tools for generating review reports is prohibited.
6. Reviewers should have relevant expertise and adequate time to complete the review responsibly.
Ethical Guidelines for Authors
1. Authors must ensure originality and proper citation of all sources
2. Plagiarism and self-plagiarism are unacceptable.
3. All listed authors should have made significant contributions and share accountability and that the contribution of each author for the preparation of the paper should be separately mentioned.
4. Data must be reported accurately and with transparency.
5. Authors should avoid duplicate publication and ensure ethical research conduct.
6. Any conflicts of interest must be declared honestly.
Instructions to Authors
1. Manuscripts should include a clear title, author names with affiliations, and a concise abstract without citations.
2. Up to seven keywords should be provided to reflect the paper’s subject.
3. Manuscript format: standard fonts preferably Times New Roman for English language, and Unicode fonts for other Indian languages single-spaced, with continuous page numbers.
4. Avoid non-standard abbreviations and footnotes. Use appropriate reference formatting.
5. Language should be clear and simple. Professional editing is recommended before submission.
6. Authors are responsible for formatting figures, tables, and text according to journal guidelines.
AI generated content policy
1. AI tools may be used only for language editing, data analysis assistance, figure visualization and reference management.
2. AI-generated text or ideas presented as original research without human oversight are prohibited.
3. Authors must declare any use of AI tools in the manuscript, and AI cannot be credited as an author.
4. Use of AI must not compromise the integrity, originality, and ethical standards of the work.
5. Misrepresentation of AI-generated data or plagiarism via AI use is strictly forbidden.
Author fees
Author Fee Structure: To support the editorial, peer-review, and publication processes of Academic Research and Review Letters, a modest author fee is applicable upon acceptance of manuscripts for publication.
This fee structure ensures the sustainability of our open-access platform and helps maintain high standards of academic integrity and editorial quality. Authors are requested to remit the applicable fee only after receiving the formal acceptance letter from the editorial board.
Payment Instructions: Authors whose manuscripts have been accepted for publication are requested to remit the applicable fee as per the structure below:
Payment Modes Accepted:
UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, etc.)
Bank Transfer (NEFT/IMPS)
After completing the payment, authors must email the transaction receipt along with the completed Fee Declaration Form to:akgctresearchjournal@gmail.com
Subscription fees
Academic Research and Review Letters is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed research journal dedicated to publishing high-quality academic work across diverse fields of study. To support the dissemination of scholarly content and ensure continued access to our print editions, we offer an annual subscription plan.
Subscription Details
This subscription is ideal for academic institutions, libraries, faculty members, and research scholars who wish to stay updated with contemporary research across disciplines.
What Subscribers Receive
How to Subscribe: Subscribers may remit the fee via UPI or bank transfer and submit the completed subscription form to the journal office.
ISSN
ISSN 2582-2594: This ISSN is a globally recognized code that uniquely identifies our journal in academic databases, library catalogues, and indexing systems. It affirms our commitment to scholarly publishing standards and facilitates the discoverability and citation of articles published in our journal. We encourage contributors and readers to cite this ISSN when referencing articles from Academic Research and Review Letters in their own scholarly work.
RNI
We are pleased to inform our contributors and readers that Academic Research and Review Letters is officially registered with the
Registrar of Newspapers for India (RNI)-the statutory authority under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.
RNI Registration Number: KERMUL/2018/77513
This registration affirms our journal’s compliance with the publishing norms laid out under the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023, and grants us legal recognition as a serial publication in India. The RNI registration strengthens our commitment to ethical publishing, transparency, and academic excellence.
Copyright Terms
All articles published in Academic Research and Review Letters are protected under international copyright law. Authors retain full copyright of their work upon publication. By submitting and publishing in this journal, authors grant the publisher a non-exclusive license to publish, distribute, and preserve the work in all forms and media, both existing and future.
Licensing Terms
To maximize dissemination and reuse, Academic Research and Review Letters publishes all content under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).
This license permits:
The only requirement is that proper credit must be given to the original author(s), a link to the license must be provided, and any modifications must be clearly indicated.
Open Access Policy
Academic Research and Review Letters is committed to advancing global knowledge through open access publishing.
