GCR manuscript template
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- Original research article
- Narrative review article
- Systematic review
- Bibliometric / scientometric study
- Policy paper
- Research essay
- Conceptual / theoretical paper
- Case study
- Commentary / perspective
- Book review
- Research proposal
- Research note / short communication
Manuscript Formatting
- Font: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 11 pt
- Line Spacing: Single
- Justified alignment
- APA 7th Edition referencing
- Continuous page numbering
Word Limit Table
| Manuscript Type | Suggested Word Limit (excluding abstract, references, tables, figures and appendices) | Suggested Page Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Original Research Article | 5,000–10,000 words | 10–20 pages (up to 25 pages if necessary) |
| Narrative Review Article | 6,000–10,000 words | 20–30 pages |
| Systematic Review | 6,000–9,000 words | 20–30 pages |
| Bibliometric / Scientometric Study | 5,000–8,000 words | 15–25 pages |
| Policy Paper | 3,500–6,000 words | 12–20 pages |
| Research Essay | 2,500–4,500 words | 8–15 pages |
| Conceptual / Theoretical Paper | 4,000–7,000 words | 12–22 pages |
| Case Study | 3,000–5,500 words | 10–18 pages |
| Commentary / Perspective | 1,500–3,000 words | 5–10 pages |
| Book Review | 1,000–2,000 words | 3–6 pages |
| Research Proposal | 2,500–5,000 words | 8–15 pages |
| Research Note / Short Communication | 1,500–3,000 words | 4–8 pages |
General Notes
- Abstract: 200–300 words
- Keywords: 4–6
- References: APA 7th Edition
- Maximum 10 tables/figures combined
- Additional files may be uploaded as supplementary files.
- Word limits exclude abstract, references, tables, figures and appendices.