The Journal of Economics, Policy and Development Studies invites authors to submit original, high-quality manuscripts that align with the journal’s interdisciplinary focus. To ensure clarity, uniformity, and academic rigor, contributors are expected to follow the instructions outlined below. Submissions that do not meet these criteria may be returned to the authors for revision prior to peer review.

General Requirements
All manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English. Authors are responsible for ensuring language quality before submission. Submitted work should be original, unpublished, and must not be under consideration elsewhere. Any instance of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research conduct will result in immediate rejection.

Manuscript Types Accepted
• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Short Communications
• Case Studies or Sectoral Analyses
• Technical Notes or Methodological Papers
• Policy Commentaries or Editorials (by invitation)

Manuscript Formatting
Manuscripts should be submitted in MS Word format. Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with double spacing and continuous page numbering. Maintain 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides. Organize content using appropriate section headings and subheadings for clarity and coherence.

Title Page
• Title of the manuscript (concise and descriptive)
• Full names of all authors, with institutional affiliations
• Name, email, and phone number of the corresponding author
• ORCID iDs (where applicable)
• A short running title (maximum 50 characters)

Abstract and Keywords
• Abstract: 200-300 words summarizing the background, research objectives, methods, results, and conclusions. Use a structured format where appropriate.
• Keywords: 4 to 6 relevant terms placed after the abstract.

Main Text Structure
Original research articles are typically expected to follow the IMRaD format:
• Introduction: Provide context, highlight the significance of the research, and clearly state the study’s objectives.
• Materials and Methods: Describe the research design, data sources, analytical framework, and any ethical considerations.
• Results: Present findings clearly using text, tables, and figures.
• Discussion: Interpret the findings in light of existing literature, highlight policy relevance, and discuss limitations.
• Conclusion: Summarize the main insights and suggest directions for future research or policy implications.

Review articles should include a coherent synthesis of a topic relevant to economics, policy, or development studies, and may offer a critical evaluation of methodologies, frameworks, or evolving trends.

Policy commentaries, case studies, or technical notes should be grounded in evidence and include a clear focus on application, impact, or innovation in public policy or development planning.

Tables and Figures
• Number all tables and figures sequentially and cite them appropriately in the text.
• Include descriptive titles or captions for each.
• Figures must be submitted in high resolution (minimum 300 dpi).
• Do not duplicate data across tables and figures.

References
All references must follow APA style. In-text citations should match the reference list. Use the author–date format in the body of the manuscript. Authors are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all citations.

Ethical Considerations
Any research involving human participants, institutions, or sensitive data must include a statement of ethical approval obtained from an appropriate authority. Informed consent must be documented where applicable. For policy evaluations or field studies, authors should outline any approvals or permissions received from relevant stakeholders or agencies.

Conflict of Interest
All authors must disclose any potential financial or non-financial conflicts of interest. If there are no conflicts, this should be explicitly stated in the manuscript.

Funding Statement
Authors must indicate all sources of funding or financial support received during the research, including relevant grant numbers or institutional support.

Acknowledgments
This section may include individuals, organizations, or institutions that contributed to the research or manuscript preparation but did not meet authorship criteria.

Authorship Criteria
All listed authors should have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, analysis, or interpretation of the research. The corresponding author must confirm that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the final manuscript.

Submission Process
Manuscripts should be submitted via the journal’s online submission system or through the official email address provided on the journal’s website. Authors must include all necessary files: main text, title page, tables, figures, and any supplementary materials.

Peer Review
All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial review followed by a double-blind peer review. The Journal of Economics, Policy and Development Studies maintains a high standard for quality and originality. Authors may be required to revise their work based on reviewer comments.

Copyright and Licensing
The journal follows an open-access policy. Authors retain the copyright of their published work and grant the journal permission to distribute under a Creative Commons license. All accepted manuscripts are made freely available online immediately upon publication.

Proofs and Corrections
Page proofs will be sent to the corresponding author prior to publication. Authors must review the proofs carefully and return them with necessary corrections. Only minor changes are allowed at this stage.

Article Processing Charges (APC)
The journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) only after a manuscript is accepted. This fee supports editorial processing, peer review management, digital archiving, indexing services, and online publication. There are no charges at the submission stage. Authors will be invoiced only after formal acceptance of their manuscript.

Contact Information
For questions related to submission, formatting, or editorial policies, authors may contact the editorial office using the contact details available on the journal’s official website.