International Journal of Social Sciences and Research Frontiers (IJSSRF) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal committed to advancing knowledge, innovation, and academic excellence in the broad field of social sciences. Published by the Social Science Researchers Foundation — SSRF, the journal provides a credible platform for researchers, academicians, policymakers, practitioners, and scholars to disseminate original research, theoretical insights, empirical investigations, and interdisciplinary studies that contribute to social development and evidence-based policymaking.
IJSSRF seeks to foster intellectual exchange and scholarly collaboration by publishing high-quality manuscripts that address contemporary social issues, emerging research trends, methodological advancements, and innovative solutions to societal challenges. The journal encourages rigorous academic inquiry and promotes research that contributes to the understanding and advancement of social, economic, educational, cultural, political, and developmental issues at local, national, and global levels.
The International Journal of Social Sciences and Research Frontiers (IJSSRF) aims to promote scholarly excellence and interdisciplinary research in the social sciences by providing a platform for the dissemination of original and impactful research findings. The journal welcomes contributions that advance theoretical understanding, methodological innovation, and practical applications in social science disciplines.
Areas Covered
- Sociology
- Economics
- Commerce and Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Education
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Human Resource Management
- Rural and Urban Development
- Gender and Women's Studies
- Development Studies
- International Relations
- Anthropology
- Public Policy and Governance
- Media and Communication Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Environmental and Social Sustainability
- Population Studies
- Interdisciplinary Social Science Research
International Journal of Social Sciences and Research Frontiers (IJSSRF) is the official journal of Social Science Researchers Foundation — SSRF, which provides an opportunity to academicians to explore their research skill through publication in our journals. SSRF Journals invite original, high-quality, and unpublished research work from academicians, researchers, professionals, and scholars. Authors are required to adhere strictly to the following guidelines to ensure quality, transparency, and ethical publishing standards.
Types of Manuscripts Accepted
- Original Research Articles
- Review Papers
- Conceptual Papers
- Case Studies
- Short Communications
- Book Reviews
- Conference Papers (Extended Versions)
Submission Requirements
Originality — Manuscripts must be original and unpublished, and should not be under consideration elsewhere.
Language — Manuscripts must be written in clear academic English, avoiding grammatical and typographical errors.
Formatting Guidelines
Structure of Manuscript
The manuscript should be 5000–8000 words and include the following details:
- Title Page
- Abstract (150–250 words)
- Keywords (4–6 words)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Objectives of the Study
- Research Methodology
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Findings
- Suggestions / Recommendations
- Conclusion
- References (Minimum 20)
Citation and Referencing
Authors should use APA reference style and should ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper citation of all sources.
Plagiarism Policy
Manuscripts will undergo plagiarism screening.
Authorship Criteria
Only individuals who contributed significantly should be listed as authors. All authors must approve the final manuscript and agree to submission.
Conflict of Interest
Authors must disclose financial support, institutional affiliations, and any potential conflicts.
Ethical Requirements
- Research involving humans/animals must have ethical approval.
- Data must be authentic and reliable; no fabrication or falsification is allowed.
AI Usage Policy
- Any use of AI tools must be clearly disclosed.
- AI detection should be less than 20%.
- Authors are fully responsible for content.
Peer Review Process
Double-blind review system, reviewed by at least two experts.
Revision Guidelines
- Authors must address all reviewer comments.
- Submit revised manuscript with highlighted changes and a response to reviewers.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
- APC is applicable only for articles accepted for publication.
- No hidden charges.
Copyright and Licensing
- Authors retain copyright via the copyright form.
- License terms are clearly specified in the form.
Withdrawal Policy
- Withdrawal is allowed before peer review.
- Withdrawal is restricted after acceptance.
Publication Ethics Compliance
Authors must adhere to ethical publishing standards, transparency in research, and UGC-aligned guidelines.
Submission Process
Online submission through the journal website with a single Word file including the manuscript, author details, and declaration form.
International Journal of Social Sciences and Research Frontiers (IJSSRF) is the official journal of the Indian Academic Researchers Association, which provides an opportunity to academicians to explore their research skill through publication in our journals. With this view, authors should submit articles as per the publication policy and ethics.
Our journals publish review papers, analytical papers, conceptual papers, case studies, research reports, and other research papers in the fields of social science, multidisciplinary studies, science, and technology, among others.
Manuscripts should be submitted to the editor through editor@ssresearchersfoundation.in.
- To facilitate an editorial decision on acceptability based on the guidelines prescribed by the journals.
- The paper should describe new and confirmed findings.
- The paper should be 8–10 pages with a 300-word abstract and 5–8 keywords.
- All papers must consist of a title in bold letters, followed by the authors' names and affiliations.
- The manuscript should be in MS Word format, Times New Roman font, size 12 point, A4 size paper, with 1.5 line spacing.
- APA citation style should be used for the bibliography, arranged in alphabetical order.
- All manuscripts are subject to peer review and are expected to meet standards of academic excellence.
- If plagiarism is found in a research paper, it will be rejected; acceptance requires the paper to follow standards of originality and clarity. The right of publishing or rejecting rests with the editor.
- Proper acknowledgment should be given to the original author/institution wherever necessary.
- Authors should not submit the same paper to more than one journal.
- Authors should maintain and follow academic ethics and codes while preparing and submitting articles.
- Since copyright lies with the authors, they are responsible for their views or information used in the article.
For manuscript submissions, editorial inquiries, reviewer applications, and publication-related correspondence, please contact the Editorial Office through the email address below.