Aim and Scope

MANTRA: Journal for Management Thought and Practice aims to promote high-quality research and intellectual contributions in the field of management and allied disciplines by providing a scholarly platform for academicians, researchers, industry professionals, practitioners, and students. The journal seeks to encourage innovative, interdisciplinary, and practice-oriented research that contributes to academic advancement, professional excellence, and societal development.

The journal aspires to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications by fostering critical thinking, evidence-based decision-making, ethical business practices, and contemporary managerial insights in a rapidly evolving global environment.

The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, conceptual papers, case studies, book reviews, and industry perspectives in the following areas, but not limited to: Management and Organizational Studies, Commerce and Business Studies, Finance and Accounting, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Economics and Development Studies, Banking and Financial Services, Business Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making, Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Business, Sustainability and Green Business Practices, Digital Transformation and FinTech, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Corporate Governance and Business Ethics, Consumer Behaviour and Digital Marketing, Strategic Management and Leadership, International Business and Trade, Start-up Ecosystems, Education Management, Public Policy and Socio-Economic Development.

Editorial Board

The Editorial Board of MANTRA comprises distinguished academicians, researchers, industry experts, and professionals committed to promoting quality research, academic integrity, and interdisciplinary scholarship in the fields of Management and allied disciplines.

The Editorial Board plays a vital role in maintaining the scholarly standards of the journal through rigorous peer review, ethical publication practices, and constructive academic guidance. The board members contribute their expertise in evaluating manuscripts, ensuring originality, and supporting the dissemination of meaningful research with theoretical and practical relevance.

General Instructions

• Manuscripts submitted to the journal must be original and unpublished work.
• The manuscript should not be under consideration for publication elsewhere.
• Authors must ensure that the manuscript is free from plagiarism and unethical research practices. Similarity index should preferably be below 10% in accordance with UGC guidelines.
• Manuscripts should be thoroughly spell-checked and grammar-checked before submission.
• Authors are responsible for the accuracy of data, references, tables, figures, and interpretations used in the manuscript.
• The journal follows a Double-Blind Peer Review process.
• Manuscripts not falling within the scope of the journal may be rejected without review.
• The maximum number of authors per manuscript should preferably not exceed four.

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Authors are encouraged to organize the manuscript in the following sequence:

1. Title of the Paper
2. Author(s) Name and Affiliation
3. Abstract
4. Keywords
5. Introduction
6. Review of Literature
7. Objectives of the Study
8. Research Methodology
9. Analysis and Interpretation
10. Findings and Discussion
11. Conclusion
12. References

The structure may vary slightly depending on the nature of the manuscript however, clarity, coherence, and academic rigor must be maintained throughout.

The abstract should provide a concise summary of the manuscript, including the purpose or objectives of the study, research methodology, key findings, and major conclusions or implications. The abstract should be between 150–250 words. Authors should also provide 5–6 relevant keywords representing the major themes of the manuscript.

The title should not exceed 15 words.

Author Information — The following details must be provided for each author:

• Full Name
• Institutional Affiliation
• Designation
• Department
• Official Email ID
• ORCID ID (if available)

Corresponding Author — One author must be identified as the Corresponding Author using an asterisk (*). Complete communication details, including institutional affiliation and email address, should be provided.

Number of Authors — The maximum number of authors per manuscript should preferably not exceed four.

• Tables, figures, graphs, and charts should be clearly presented and numbered consecutively.
• Each table or figure must include an appropriate title/caption.
• Tables and figures should be placed close to the relevant discussion within the manuscript.
• Images and graphical content should be of high resolution and clearly readable.
• Sources must be acknowledged wherever applicable.
• Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for copyrighted material used in the manuscript.

The journal follows the APA 7th Edition referencing style. Authors must ensure:

• Proper and consistent in-text citations
• Accurate and complete references
• Consistency between in-text citations and reference list entries
• Inclusion of DOI links wherever available

Important Notes:

• Every source cited in the text must appear in the reference list.
• References should be arranged alphabetically by the surname of the first author.
• Authors are advised to use reference management software wherever possible to ensure accuracy.

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo a Double-Blind Peer Review process to ensure academic quality, originality, and relevance.

1. Initial screening is conducted by the Editorial Board.
2. Suitable manuscripts are forwarded to subject experts for review.
3. Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, methodology, clarity, relevance, and contribution to knowledge.
4. Reviewer comments and suggestions will be communicated to the corresponding author.
5. Authors may be requested to revise and resubmit the manuscript based on reviewer recommendations.

The Editorial Board reserves the right to:

• Accept the manuscript
• Request revisions
• Reject the manuscript

The review process generally takes approximately 4–8 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and the subject area.

Plagiarism and Publication Ethics

The journal strictly adheres to ethical publication standards and academic integrity. The following practices are *strictly prohibited*::

• Plagiarism
• Data fabrication or falsification
• Duplicate publication
• Simultaneous submission
• Improper authorship attribution
• Manipulation of citations

All submitted manuscripts must be original and properly cited. The *overall similarity/plagiarism score must be less than 10%* at the time of submission. Authors are responsible for checking their manuscripts for plagiarism and ensuring that all sources are appropriately acknowledged before submission.

Any manuscript found violating ethical standards will be rejected immediately. In serious cases, the Editorial Board may prohibit future submissions from the concerned author(s).

Authors are strongly encouraged to verify the originality of their manuscripts and ensure proper citation before submission.

Use of AI Tools: Authors may use AI tools to assist with language, editing, or formatting; however, authors remain fully responsible for the originality, accuracy, integrity, and final content of their manuscript.

Copyright Policy & Publication Charges

Authors retain the copyright of their published work. By submitting the manuscript, authors grant the journal the right to:

• Publish the manuscript
• Archive the article
• Display and disseminate the work for academic and research purposes

The journal may publish manuscripts in print, electronic, or online formats.

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