Peer-Reviewed · Open Access · Bi-Annual
International Journal of Social Science Research & Foundation
IJSSRF publishes original research, reviews, and critical commentary across the social sciences, advancing rigorous, evidence-based scholarship with a fast, transparent, and fair peer-review process.
About the Journal
Advancing rigorous social science scholarship
IJSSRF is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research across sociology, political science, economics, education, anthropology, and allied social science disciplines.
Founded to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world social impact, the journal provides a credible, rapid, and fully open platform for researchers, practitioners, and policy analysts worldwide. We are committed to methodological rigor, transparent peer review, and zero predatory publishing practices.
Learn More About IJSSRFWhy Publish With Us
- 01 Double-blind peer review completed in 6–8 weeks
- 02 100% open-access — no reader paywalls, ever
- 03 Introductory Article Processing Charge waiver
- 04 Indexed discoverability via Google Scholar & Crossref
- 05 Dedicated editorial support throughout submission
Aim & Scope
A multidisciplinary home for social science research
IJSSRF welcomes empirical, theoretical, and policy-oriented contributions across the following core areas of focus.
Sociology & Anthropology
Social structures, cultural dynamics, identity, and community studies.
Political Science & Governance
Policy analysis, public administration, and comparative governance.
Economics & Development
Development economics, labor markets, and socio-economic policy.
Education & Pedagogy
Educational psychology, curriculum design, and learning outcomes.
Don't see your area listed? View the full scope statement — submissions in emerging interdisciplinary fields are encouraged.
Journal Features
Built for researchers, by researchers
Rigorous Peer Review
Every submission undergoes thorough double-blind evaluation by domain experts.
Global Reach
Published work reaches an international audience of scholars and policy practitioners.
Rapid Publication
An efficient editorial process ensures timely publication without compromising quality.
Open Access
All published papers are freely accessible online, maximizing visibility and citation impact.
Publication Process
From manuscript to publication in four steps
Prepare Manuscript
Format your paper according to our author guidelines and templates.
View Guidelines →Peer Review
Your paper undergoes double-blind evaluation by qualified subject experts.
Learn More →Publication
Accepted papers are copyedited, typeset, and published open access worldwide.
View Publications →Current Issue
Volume 1, Issue 1 — 2026
Latest Articles
Recently Published
Digital Governance and Civic Trust: Evidence from Municipal E-Participation Platforms
Published 14 June 2026Informal Labor Markets and Household Resilience in Peri-Urban Economies
Published 02 June 2026Curriculum Reform and Equity Outcomes in Secondary Education Systems
Published 22 May 2026Editorial Board
Guided by leading scholars
Our editorial board comprises distinguished academics and researchers committed to upholding the highest standards of scholarly publishing.
Dr. A. Sharma
Editor-in-Chief
Dept. of Sociology, University of Delhi
Dr. M. Lindqvist
Associate Editor
Stockholm School of Economics
Dr. N. Castillo
Section Editor, Education
National Autonomous University, Mexico
Dr. S. Okafor
Section Editor, Economics
University of Lagos
Journal Policies
Publishing with integrity and transparency
Publication Ethics
IJSSRF adheres to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. We are committed to ensuring ethical conduct at every stage of the publication process.
- Zero tolerance for plagiarism, data fabrication, and duplicate submission
- Mandatory conflict-of-interest disclosure for authors, reviewers, and editors
- Transparent procedures for handling allegations of misconduct
- Authorship determined by genuine intellectual contribution
Peer Review Policy
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, typically completed within 6–8 weeks.
- Initial editorial screening for scope and quality
- Evaluation by a minimum of two independent expert reviewers
- Author identity withheld from reviewers and vice versa
- Final decision by the handling editor based on reviewer recommendations
Open Access Policy
IJSSRF is a fully open-access journal. All articles are made freely available immediately upon publication, with no subscription or paywall restrictions.
- Free, immediate, and permanent access to full-text articles
- Readers may read, download, copy, and distribute articles for non-commercial use with attribution
- Compliant with major funder open-access mandates
Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain copyright of their published work. All articles are distributed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) license unless otherwise stated.
- Authors grant IJSSRF the right of first publication
- Articles may be shared and cited with proper attribution
- Commercial use and derivative works require prior written permission
Publication Frequency
IJSSRF publishes bi-annually, with two issues released each year.
- Issue 1: January – June
- Issue 2: July – December
- Manuscripts are accepted on a continuous, rolling basis
Contact
Get in touch with the editorial office
Editorial Office
123 Scholar Avenue, Research District, New Delhi, India – 110001
Phone
+91 12345 67890Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST