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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

The Indian Journal of Astrology and Occult (IJAO) welcomes high-quality submissions that contribute to the understanding and advancement of astrology, occult studies, and related fields. These guidelines are intended to help authors prepare their manuscripts for submission. Please read them carefully before submitting your work.

Types of Manuscripts
1. Original Research Articles
2. Review Articles
3. Short Communications
4. Case Studies
5. Editorials and Commentaries

Manuscript Preparation
1. Language: Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise English or Hindi. Authors who are not native speakers are encouraged to seek assistance from a professional editing service.

2. Formatting:
Use standard 12-point font (Times New Roman) and double-space the text.
Include page numbers in the lower right corner.
Ensure margins of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) on all sides.

3. Structure
Title Page: Include the title, authors' names, affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.
Abstract: Provide a concise summary of the manuscript (250-300 words).
Keywords: List 3-5 relevant keywords.
Introduction: Introduce the research topic, objectives, and significance.
Methods: Describe the research design, methods, and materials used.
Results: Present the findings of the study, supported by tables and figures as appropriate.
Discussion: Interpret the results and discuss their implications.
Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and suggest future research directions.
References: Use APA style for citations and references. Include only works cited in the manuscript.

4. Tables and Figures
Include tables and figures within the text, following the paragraph where they are first mentioned.
Number tables and figures consecutively and provide descriptive captions.

5. Ethical Considerations
Ensure that all research involving human participants or animals complies with ethical standards and has been approved by relevant ethical review boards.
Include a statement confirming ethical approval and informed consent where applicable.

Submission Process
1. Online Submission
Submit manuscripts through our online submission system.
Create an account or log in to submit your manuscript and track its progress.

2. Cover Letter: Include a cover letter addressing the editor, highlighting the significance of your work and its relevance to the journal's scope.

3. Peer Review: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Ensure that identifying information is removed from the manuscript to maintain anonymity.

4. Revisions: Authors may be asked to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers' comments. Resubmit the revised manuscript with a detailed response to reviewers' comments.

5. Publication Fees: There is no financial barrier to publication of manuscripts in IJAO. No Submission Fees, Article Processing Charges (APC) or any other fees is charged from Author or author's Institution. The complete Expenses of Journal are sponsored by Shodh Sagar.

Post-Acceptance
1. Proofreading: Authors will receive proofs for final review before publication. Carefully check for any errors and return corrections promptly.

2. Publication: Accepted manuscripts will be published online in the next available issue. Authors will be notified once their work is published.

We appreciate your interest in publishing with the Indian Journal of Astrology and Occult (IJAO). Adhering to these guidelines will help expedite the review and publication process, ensuring that your work reaches our readers efficiently.

Copyright Notice

The Indian Journal of Astrology and Occult (IJAO) adheres to the principles of Open Access publishing and employs the Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial (CC BY-NC 4.0) license for all its published works. This licensing choice reflects our commitment to promoting free and unrestricted access to scholarly research while respecting the rights of authors and creators.

1. Attribution (BY): Users must give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the IJAO, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. The attribution should not in any way suggest that the authors or the IJAO endorse the user or their use of the work.
2. Non-Commercial (NC): The work may not be used for commercial purposes. This means that users cannot sell the work or use it for commercial gain. The intent is to ensure that the work remains freely available for educational, research, and other non-commercial uses.
3. Copyright Holder: The copyright of articles published in the IJAO is retained by the journal. Authors grant the IJAC a royalty-free license to publish, distribute, and display the article, while maintaining their rights to be recognized as the author.
4. Reuse and Distribution: Under the CC BY-NC 4.0 license, users are free to copy, distribute, display, and perform the work, as well as make derivative works based on it, as long as they comply with the terms of attribution and non-commercial use.
5. Authorship Integrity: Authors who publish with the IJAO agree to respect the integrity of the original work and provide proper attribution to prior works if used.
6. No Additional Restrictions: Users may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.
7. Responsibility of Users: While the CC BY-NC 4.0 license facilitates the use of published work, users are responsible for ensuring that any further use of the work is following the license terms and any applicable laws.

Privacy Statement

The Indian Journal of Astrology and Occult (IJAO) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our authors, reviewers, and readers. This privacy statement outlines the types of information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to ensure its security.

Information Collection and Use
1. Personal Information
Authors: When submitting a manuscript, authors provide personal information such as names, affiliations, email addresses, and other contact details. This information is used for communication, publication, and indexing purposes.
Reviewers: Reviewers provide personal information, including names, affiliations, and email addresses. This information is used to manage the peer-review process.
Readers: Readers who register for alerts or other services provide personal information, such as email addresses, which are used to deliver the requested services.

2. Non-Personal Information
We may collect non-personal information, such as browser type, IP address, and access times, to improve our website and services.

Use of Information
1. Communication: Personal information is used to communicate with authors, reviewers, and readers regarding submissions, reviews, publication status, and journal updates.
2. Publication: Author names and affiliations are published with accepted manuscripts. Email addresses and other personal information are not published or shared.
3. Marketing and Alerts: With consent, we use email addresses to send journal updates, newsletters, and alerts. Recipients can opt out of these communications at any time.

Data Security
1. Security Measures: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
2. Access Control: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel involved in the publication process.

Data Sharing
1. Third-Party Services: We may use third-party services for certain journal operations (e.g., manuscript submission systems, email alerts). These third parties are obligated to protect personal information in accordance with our privacy policy.
2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the journal, our users, or others.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
1. Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage. Users can control cookie settings through their browser preferences.
2. Analytics: We use web analytics tools to understand how our website is used and to improve its functionality.

User Rights
1. Access and Correction: Users have the right to access and correct their personal information. Requests can be made by contacting the editorial office at [contact email].
2. Deletion: Users can request the deletion of their personal information. We will comply with such requests unless we are required to retain the information for legal or operational purposes.

Changes to this Privacy Statement
We may update this privacy statement periodically. By using our services, users agree to the terms outlined in this privacy statement.

This policy was last revised in July 2024.