Thesis Publication

International Journal of Recent Trends in Multidisciplinary Research (IJRTMR) is an open-access journal that publishes research papers in engineering and technology. Below are the application procedure and publication terms & conditions for submitting your thesis/dissertation work.

Procedure to Apply for Publication in IJRTMR

  1. Prepare Your Thesis/Dissertation

    • Ensure your thesis/dissertation follows IJRTMR’s formatting guidelines (font, structure, citations, etc.).
    • The Thesis should be original, unpublished, and free from plagiarism.
    • Typical sections: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References.

  2. Submit Your Thesis/Dissertation

    • Submit via Editorial management system (EMS).
    • Upload your manuscript in Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF format.
    • Fill in author details (name, affiliation, email, etc.).

  3. Pay the Publication Fee (if applicable)

    • IJRTMR may charge a processing/publication fee INR 5000/USD 150 (varies based on paper length, type, and urgency).

  4. Peer Review Process

    • The paper undergoes a review process (may take 1–3 weeks).
    • You may receive revision requests.

  5. Acceptance & Publication

    • If accepted, you’ll receive an acceptance letter via EMS.
    • Upon acceptance via EMS, and payment (if applicable), the thesis is published in the next available issue.
    • You’ll receive a digital certificate and a soft copy of the journal.

Publication Terms & Conditions

  1. Originality & Plagiarism

    • The Thesis/dissertation work must be original (not published elsewhere).
    • Plagiarism should be below 15–20% (checked via Turnitin/iThenticate).

  2. Copyright Policy

    • Authors retain copyright but grant IJRTMR the right to publish.
    • Some rights may be reserved under Creative Commons licenses.

  3. Publication Fees

    • Open-access journals charge INR 5000/USD 150 (TPC - Thesis Processing Charge).
    • Confirm the current fee before submission.

  4. Ethical Guidelines

    • Follow COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards.
    • Fabricated data, duplicate submissions, or unethical practices lead to rejection.

  5. Withdrawal Policy

    • Once submitted, withdrawal may incur a fee or require justification.

  6. Indexing & Archiving

    • IJRTMR is indexed in Google Scholar, ResearchBib, Elsevier Mendeley, SSRN, Thomson Reuters Research ID etc.

Thesis/Dissertation Publication FAQs

  • IJRTMR Submission Process Timeline:

    The total time from submission to publication in International Journal of Recent Trends in Multidisciplinary Research (IJRTMR) typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the review process and revisions.

  • Submissions Timeline (No Fixed Deadline):

    No fixed deadline.
    Issues published monthly/quarterly.

  • Can I publish my entire thesis in IJRTMR?

    Yes.
    Extract key findings as a research paper.
    Adapt content to fit IJRTMR scope (Science/engineering/technology).
    Avoid self-plagiarism (cite your thesis if reusing text/data).

  • What’s the submission process?

    • Prepare Manuscript: Follow IJRTMR template (check website).
    • Submit Online: Via Editorial Management System (EMS) (register as author).
    • Peer Review: Takes 2-4 weeks; may require revisions.
    • Payment: If accepted, pay the Thesis Processing Charge.
    • Publication: Thesis/dissertation appears in the next available issue.

  • Is IJRTMR peer-reviewed?

    Claimed to be, but:
    Verify recent publications for quality.
    Check if reviewers’ comments are provided.
    Be cautious of predatory signs (e.g., rapid acceptance without review).

  • What’s the Thesis publication fee?

    Not explicitly stated on their website (contact editor for details).
    Estimated: INR 5000/USD 150 (common for open-access journals).
    Fee waivers: Rare; inquire if from a low-income country.

  • How long does publication take?

    Review: 1–2 weeks.
    Post-acceptance: 1–2 weeks (depending on issue schedule).

  • Does IJRTMR provide a certificate?

    Yes, upon payment and final approval.
    Digital certificates are typically emailed.

  • Copyright Policy:

    Authors retain copyright but grant IJRTMR publishing rights.
    Uses Creative Commons License (CC BY-NC) for open access.

  • Can I withdraw my paper?

    Yes, but:
    May incur a withdrawal fee (if peer review has started).
    Must email the editor with justification.

  • Tips to Avoid Rejection:

    Ensure less than 15% plagiarism (use Turnitin/iThenticate).
    Follow IJRTMR’s formatting guidelines strictly.
    Focus on applied engineering/technology topics.