Frequently Asked Questions
Answers & How-To Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions authors ask most often about submitting to, and publishing with, JMVRA — from cost and timelines to certificates and paper tracking.
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Submission
How do I submit my research paper to JMVRA?
Prepare your paper in the JMVRA paper template (MS Word, .doc or .docx) and submit it through the online paper submission form. You receive a Registration ID by email. If you cannot use the form, email the paper and author details to [email protected].
Is there any fee to submit a paper?
No. Submission is free. The publication charge is payable only after your paper has been accepted — nothing is charged if it is not accepted.
What types of papers can I submit?
Original research papers, review articles and case studies in any subject. JMVRA is multidisciplinary — see all research areas. Papers must not be published or under consideration elsewhere.
Does JMVRA provide a template for preparing the paper?
Yes. Download the JMVRA paper format (Word). Submit the paper as a .doc or .docx file. The publication guidelines explain the structure, references and figures.
Can I publish my thesis or dissertation?
Yes. Submit the core of your thesis as a research paper through the normal submission form — it is charged the same as any research paper. For the complete thesis as a book with an ISBN, see thesis and book publication.
What is my Registration ID and Private Key?
The Registration ID is the six-digit number emailed to you when you submit. The Private Key is an 8-character code sent to the corresponding author. Use either the key or your submission email with the Registration ID to track your paper.
Can I submit more than one paper?
Yes. Each paper is submitted, reviewed and charged separately; if more than one is accepted, the publication charge is paid paper by paper.
Fees & Payment
How much does it cost to publish in JMVRA?
The publication charge is ₹971 INR for Indian authors and $41 USD for foreign authors per research paper, for up to five authors. It is payable only after acceptance. See publication charges for the full details.
Is GST included in the publication charge?
Yes. 18% GST applies to online publication and is already included in the Indian charge of ₹971 INR — nothing is added at checkout. The GST breakdown shows the basic fee and the tax.
Which services are included in the publication charge?
- Online publication of one complete research paper (up to 5 authors).
- Soft-copy publication certificate for each author.
- Soft-copy confirmation letter for the paper.
- Paper and author details handling, basic formatting and typesetting.
- A unique paper identification number.
- Listing in the JMVRA digital library, and indexing on Google Scholar, academia.edu and other platforms.
- An automatic citation generator for the published paper.
How do I pay the publication charge?
After acceptance, open Pay Publication Charges. Indian authors can pay by UPI, debit or credit card or net banking (or scan a UPI QR code); foreign authors pay by international card or money transfer. Pay only into the journal’s account or through its payment links.
What if my paper has more than five authors?
The charge covers up to five authors per paper. Each additional author is charged extra (₹500 per author for Indian authors). Tell the JMVRA team the final number of authors before the paper is published.
I have paid, but my status still shows pending. What should I do?
Email the payment receipt (showing the transaction ID, amount and date) to [email protected] with your Registration ID in the subject line. Payments are matched to papers by hand, so the receipt is what links your payment to your paper.
Can the publication charge be refunded?
Payments are non-refundable once an article is accepted and the charge is due. Requests about accidental extra payments are handled as described in the terms and conditions.
Is a DOI included, and what does it cost?
A Crossref DOI is optional and available on request for an additional ₹300 (Indian authors). See DOI details for what a DOI does and how to order one.
Review & Publication
What kind of peer review does JMVRA use?
Double-blind, transparent peer review: reviewers and authors do not know each other’s identities during review. Read the peer review policy for the full process.
How long does it take to publish a research paper?
Your paper is evaluated by expert reviewers, and acceptance or rejection notifications are sent via email and SMS. How long this takes depends on reviewer availability, the discipline and the depth of revision required, so no fixed turnaround is promised. After acceptance, publication follows once the charge is paid and the required documents are received.
How often does JMVRA publish?
Monthly — twelve issues a year. Accepted papers are published in the current issue; see the current issue and the archive.
Are papers checked for plagiarism?
Yes. Every paper is screened for similarity before and during review. See the plagiarism policy, and use a similarity check before submitting if you are unsure.
Can I use AI tools when writing my paper?
Read the AI policy for what is allowed and how AI use must be disclosed. Authors remain responsible for everything in the paper.
What happens after my paper is accepted?
Pay the publication charge and send the required documents. You can sign the undertaking and upload the documents from Track Paper, or email them in a single mail to [email protected].
Can I make corrections after my paper is published online?
The online publication is the official version of record and is citable as soon as it appears. To avoid authors citing different versions, a published paper is not replaced; later changes are made only through an erratum linked to the article. See the corrections policy.
Certificates & Documents
Which documents do I need to submit after acceptance?
- Undertaking by Author form, signed — online from Track Paper, or download the form.
- Identity proof of the corresponding author (election card, PAN card, college ID or driving licence).
- Payment proof showing the amount, transaction ID and date.
- Final manuscript in Word format, named with your Registration ID.
How do I track the status of my paper?
Open Track Paper, enter your six-digit Registration ID and verify with your Private Key or submission email. The page shows each stage and tells you when an action is needed. Status updates are also emailed to the corresponding author.
How do I get the certificate, confirmation letter and published paper?
Once the paper is published, download the soft copies of the certificates, the confirmation letter and the published paper from Track Paper.
Can I get printed (hard copy) certificates?
Yes, at an additional charge. Printed certificates, the printed journal and the confirmation letter are dispatched to the corresponding author. See charges for Indian authors or charges for international authors.
Journal & Credentials
Is JMVRA a UGC CARE approved journal?
JMVRA is a Transparent, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access Journal (Refereed Journal). Following the discontinuation of the UGC and UGC-CARE journal listing, and in alignment with the latest UGC-CARE recommendations and guidelines, JMVRA is aligned with UGC’s Suggested Parameters for Choosing Peer-Reviewed Journals. Read the UGC public notice and the journal’s approval and indexing details.
What is the ISSN and impact factor of JMVRA?
The ISSN is 2984-8911. The impact factor is 11.25, calculated using Google Scholar data — see how the impact factor is calculated.
Is JMVRA an open access journal?
Yes. Every paper is free to read and download, and is published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licence. See the open access policy and copyright.
Where is JMVRA indexed?
Indexing and discovery records, with links to each source, are listed on the indexing and discovery page.
Can our college host a conference or publish a special issue with JMVRA?
Yes. Send the details through the conference and special issue request form. See hosting a conference and special issue publication for how it works.
How can I become a reviewer for JMVRA?
Apply through Join as Reviewer. Read about the role and advantages of reviewers first.
Support & Contact
How do I contact JMVRA?
Email: [email protected] — mention your Registration ID in the subject if you have one.
WhatsApp: +919106365667 (messages only)
Working hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST. Please allow 1 to 2 working days for a reply. You can also use the contact page.
WhatsApp: +919106365667 (messages only)
Working hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST. Please allow 1 to 2 working days for a reply. You can also use the contact page.
How-To Guides
How to Publish a Research Paper in JMVRA
From preparing your manuscript to downloading your certificates.
- Prepare your paperWrite the paper in the JMVRA Word template, following the publication guidelines. Open →
- Submit onlineSubmit through the online submission form. You receive a Registration ID by email. Open →
- Peer reviewYour paper is evaluated by expert reviewers, and acceptance or rejection notifications are sent via email and SMS. Open →
- Pay after acceptancePay the publication charge (₹971 INR Indian / $41 USD foreign) only after you are accepted. Open →
- Send the documentsSign the undertaking and upload the identity proof, payment proof and final paper from Track Paper, or email them. Open →
- Download your certificatesOnce published, download the certificates, confirmation letter and paper from Track Paper. Open →
How to Pay the Publication Charge
The safe way to pay, and how to make sure the payment is matched to your paper.
- Wait for acceptancePay only after you receive the acceptance notification — never at submission. Open →
- Open the payment pageChoose Indian or international author options on Pay Publication Charges. Open →
- Pay by UPI, card or net bankingUse a payment link or scan the UPI QR code, and keep the transaction ID. Open →
- Send the receiptEmail the receipt to [email protected] with your Registration ID in the subject line. Open →
How to Track Your Paper and Download Certificates
Check your status at any time and download documents after publication.
- Open Track PaperGo to the Track Paper page. Open →
- Enter your Registration IDType the six-digit number from your submission email. Open →
- Verify your identityUse your 8-character Private Key, or the email used at submission. Open →
- View status and downloadSee each stage; after publication, download the certificates, letter and paper. Open →
Quick contact
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Where the FAQs Applies
The stages of a paper’s journey this policy governs are highlighted.
Applies at: Prepare · Submit · Review · Accept · Publish · After
FAQs in Brief
These answers cover the questions authors ask most often across the whole publication journey — from preparing and submitting a paper, through review and acceptance, to publication and certificates.
If your question is not answered here, the full policy for each topic is linked from the All Policies page, and the editorial office can be reached by email or WhatsApp.
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