Manuscript Preparation
The journal accepts:
- Original Research Papers (6000 - 8000 words)
- Review Articles (4000 - 5000 words)
- Book Reviews (1200 - 1500 words)
Formatting Checklist
- ✓ Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and submitted in both MS Word (.doc/.docx) and PDF formats.
- ✓ Written in English with an abstract within 250 words and 5 - 6 keywords.
- ✓ Font Style: Times New Roman, Size: 12 points, Line spacing: 1.5.
- ✓ The title of the paper should be in Title case.
- ✓ Sanskrit terms should be properly transliterated along with diacritical marks.
- ✓ Plagiarism and AI check report must be submitted along with the paper. Plagiarism must not exceed 10%.
Manuscript Submission
Manuscripts are accepted twice a year, strictly in the periods outlined below:
First Cycle
1st April - 30th June
Second Cycle
1st October - 31st December
Required Submission Files
Submissions must include all of the following:
- Cover Page containing the title of the paper and detailed author credentials.
- Abstract along with the title of the paper.
- Full Paper (with title, excluding author details to ensure anonymous review).
- Plagiarism and AI checked certificate.
- Signed Declaration of Originality.
Citation and References
Authors must adhere to academic standards for citation formatting:
Reference Style Guide: Authors must follow the latest edition of the MLA (Modern Language Association) Handbook for citations and references.
- 1. Notes, if any, should be included as endnotes rather than footnotes.
- 2. All sources cited in the text must be listed alphabetically under a “Works Cited” section at the end of the paper.
- 3. Quotations of four or more lines (or 50 words) should be formatted as independent block quotations.
Review Process & Copyright Policy
Process of Review and Acceptance
All manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo an initial editorial screening to ensure compliance with the journal’s scope, formatting requirements, and submission guidelines. Manuscripts that satisfy these preliminary requirements are forwarded for peer review.
The journal follows a strict double-blind peer review system. Authors whose papers are accepted for publication are required to subscribe to the journal if they have not already done so.
Copyright Policy
The copyright of a manuscript remains with the author(s) until it is formally accepted for publication. Upon acceptance, the copyright is transferred completely to the Journal.
Downloads and Form Templates
Download the official documents required for your submission to Prācyavīkṣā:
Author Declaration Form
Compulsory declaration form confirming originality of work and transfer of copyright upon acceptance.
Download PDF
Book Review Template
Pre-formatted Microsoft Word template mapping out the layout specifications for Book Reviews.
Download Template