Submission Guidelines
Please read carefully before submitting your research paper.
About the Journal
MediaScholar is a bi-annual, open-access, peer-reviewed bilingual journal (Hindi & English) focused on Media Studies, Mass Communication, Journalism, and related disciplines. ISSN: 3048-5029.
Who Can Submit
Research papers, review articles, and book reviews from faculty members, research scholars, and media professionals are welcome. Authors must register on the platform before submitting.
Language
Submissions are accepted in English and Hindi only. The language must be clearly specified at the time of submission.
Paper Length
Research papers should be between 4,000–8,000 words including references. Review articles may be up to 5,000 words. Abstract: 200–300 words. Keywords: 5–8.
Formatting
Use Times New Roman 12pt, double spacing, 1-inch margins. Follow APA 7th edition for citations. Include title, abstract, keywords, introduction, methodology, findings, conclusion, and references.
File Format
Submit your paper as a PDF or Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) file. Do not include author names or institutional affiliations in the main text (blind review).
Originality
Submitted work must be original and not under consideration elsewhere. Papers with more than 20% plagiarism (as detected by Turnitin) will be rejected.
Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review by two expert reviewers. Review criteria include: originality, methodology, clarity, and relevance to media studies. Authors will be notified of the decision within 60 days.
Publication Fee
MediaScholar does not charge any article processing or submission fees. All accepted articles are published free of charge.
Copyright
Authors retain copyright. By submitting, authors grant MediaScholar the right to publish and distribute the work in both print and digital formats.