Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about publishing in ARJST. If yours is not here, write to the editorial office.
Submitting
Does ARJST charge any fee?
No. There is no submission, processing, page, colour or withdrawal charge, and readers pay nothing. See the author fees policy.
In which language can I submit?
English, in British or American spelling used consistently – see the author guidelines.
Which types of article do you publish?
Original research articles, review articles, short communications and case studies, each with its own word limit – see the aims & scope.
How do I submit?
Through the online submission form. Prepare an anonymised manuscript and a separate title page, and tick every item on the submission checklist.
Can I use AI tools to write my paper?
Only with disclosure, and never as an author or to produce references or data. Read the Generative AI Policy.
Review and publication
How are manuscripts reviewed?
By double-blind peer review: at least two independent experts judge the paper without knowing the authors, and the authors do not know the reviewers. See the peer review policy.
How long does review take?
Initial screening takes about 5 business days and peer review about 1–2 weeks. Most authors receive a first decision in 2–3 weeks. Follow your manuscript on Track your manuscript.
How often is an issue published?
Monthly (12 issues per year). From Vol. 5 No. 07 (November 2026), every issue is published on this website, and accepted articles appear in the next available issue – see the current and upcoming issues and the previous issues on OJS.
Does my article get a DOI?
Yes. Every article receives a Crossref DOI under the prefix 10.63300. More in Indexing & Identifiers.
Who owns the copyright, and which licence applies?
Authors keep their copyright. Articles are published under CC BY 4.0 – see Copyright & Licensing. You may deposit any version in a repository without embargo.
After acceptance
Can I correct or withdraw a paper?
Yes – send a correction or withdrawal request with your manuscript ID or DOI. Changes to a published article follow the corrections and retractions policy.
Can I become a reviewer?
Yes – apply here, and read the reviewer guidelines.
How do I complain or appeal a decision?
Use the complaints and appeals form. Every complaint is acknowledged within five working days.
Whom do I contact?
librarian@ngmc.org or +91 98418 60774 (editorial); +91 97881 75456 for technical help. Full details on the Contact page.
ARJST at a glance
- ISSN3048-9644
- ReviewDouble-blind, ≥2 reviewers
- Author feesNone
- LicenceCC BY 4.0
- FrequencyMonthly