Information For Authors

Journal Name: Journal of Advanced Knowledge Systems (JOAKS)
Type: Multidisciplinary, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access
Website: https://www.joaks-sra.com/
Email: [Insert submission email]

1. About the Journal

Journal of Advanced Knowledge Systems (JOAKS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that aims to publish high-quality research across all academic disciplines. It provides a platform for researchers, practitioners, and academicians to share innovative work in science, engineering, technology, social sciences, humanities, management, education, law, and allied fields.

2. Manuscript Categories Accepted

  • Original Research Articles

  • Review Articles

  • Short Communications

  • Case Studies

  • Technical Notes

  • Book Reviews

  • Editorials (by invitation only)

3. Manuscript Submission Guidelines

  • Language: English

  • Word Count:

    • Research Articles: 3000–8000 words

    • Review Articles: up to 9000 words

    • Short Communications: 1500–3000 words

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx)

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

  • Spacing: 1.5 line spacing

  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides

  • Page Numbers: Bottom center of each page

4. Manuscript Structure

  • Title Page: Title of the manuscript, full names of authors, affiliations, email addresses, ORCID (if available)

  • Abstract: 150–250 words

  • Keywords: 4–6 relevant keywords

  • Main Sections:

    • Introduction

    • Methodology / Materials and Methods

    • Results and Discussion

    • Conclusion

    • Acknowledgments (if any)

    • References

5. Figures and Tables

  • Submit high-resolution images (300 dpi minimum)

  • Tables and figures should be placed within the text near where they are cited

  • Each must have a clear title and caption

  • Use sequential numbering (e.g., Table 1, Figure 2)

6. References

  • Use APA style for citations and reference formatting

  • Examples:

    • Journal: Smith, J. (2020). Title of the article. Journal Name, 12(3), 45–67.

    • Book: Brown, L. (2015). Title of the Book. Publisher.

7. Plagiarism & Originality

  • All submitted work must be original and not under consideration elsewhere

  • The journal uses plagiarism detection software

  • Similarity must be below 15%

8. Peer Review Process

  • Double-blind peer review

  • Reviewers and authors remain anonymous

  • Decisions communicated within 3–4 weeks of submission

  • Revisions may be requested before acceptance

9. Open Access Policy

  • All content is freely accessible without charge

  • Authors retain copyright under CC BY 4.0 license

  • Readers may reuse content with proper attribution

10. Article Processing Charges (APC)

  • APC Details

    Article Type Charges (INR)  
    Research Article ₹800  
    Review Article ₹800  
    Short Communication / Notes ₹500  

11. Ethical Responsibilities

  • Authors must adhere to ethical research practices

  • Conflicts of interest must be disclosed

  • For research involving humans or animals, proper ethical clearance must be obtained and mentioned in the manuscript

12. Submission Instructions

  • Email your manuscript to: editor@joaks-sra.com
    (or your preferred submission email address)

  • Include a cover letter briefly stating the contribution and originality of the work

  • Mention the corresponding author with full contact details