The Journal of Engineering Innovation and Global Impact (JEIGI) is an international, peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary journal that publishes original research examining the impact of engineering innovations, emerging technologies, business transformation, environmental sustainability, consumer welfare, and global economic development.

The journal welcomes contributions from researchers, academicians, industry professionals, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide.

1. Types of Manuscripts Accepted
GJMIS accepts the following categories of submissions:
1.Original Research Articles
2.Review Articles
3.Case Studies
4.Short Communications
5.Technical Notes
6.Policy Papers
Word limit - though not very stingent, but it should be in between 1500 to 4000 words , depending upon the subject .

2. Manuscript Formatting Requirements
File Format : Manuscripts must be submitted in:
-Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) 
PDF submissions will not be accepted.

Font and Spacing
Font: Times New Roman 
Size: 12 pt 
Line spacing: 1.5 
Margins: 1 inch on all sides 

Page Numbering
Pages must be numbered consecutively.

3. Manuscript Structure

Title Page : Must include:
Full manuscript title 
Author names 
Institutional affiliations 
ORCID ID (if available) 
Corresponding author email 
Contact number 

Abstract
Maximum 250 words 
Structured or unstructured depending on discipline 
Keywords
Provide 4–6 keywords

Main Manuscript Sections
·  Introduction 
·  Literature Review 
·  Research Methodology 
·  Results/Findings 
·  Discussion 
·  Conclusion 
· References

4. Tables, Figures and Images
Must be clearly numbered 
Include titles/captions 
Submit high-resolution images (minimum 300 DPI) 
Authors must obtain permission for copyrighted materials 

5. Referencing Style
JEIGI accepts: APA (7th Edition) or IEEE
Authors must ensure consistency throughout the manuscript.

In-text citations :  used inside the manuscript where you mention someone else’s idea, data, or quote. 

In-text Citation in the Manuscript (follows the Author–Date format)

Sentence:
Social media marketing has significantly changed consumer purchasing behavior (Sharma, 2021).
Example B: Direct Quote (when using exact words from the source)

Sentence:
“Digital advertising has become the backbone of modern marketing strategies” (Sharma, 2021, p. 45).

Example C: Two Authors
Consumer satisfaction is influenced by online reviews (Gupta & Mehta, 2022).

Example D: Three or More Authors
E-commerce platforms are rapidly expanding globally (Singh et al., 2023).

Example E: Organization as Author
Global internet users continue to increase every year (World Bank, 2023).

Reference list → full details of all cited sources, placed at the end of the paper under the heading “References.”

Format

-Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), page–page. DOI
-Arrange all references in alphabetical order by the first author’s surname.

Book Format
Format:
Author Last Name, Initials. (Year). Title of book. Publisher.
Example:
Sharma, R. K. (2021). Marketing strategies in modern business. Oxford University Press.

Journal Article Format
Format:
Author Last Name, Initials. (Year). Title of article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page numbers. DOI/URL
Example:
Gupta, A., & Mehta, S. (2022). Consumer behavior in digital markets. Journal of Business Research, 14(2), 45–60. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Website Format
Organization/Author. (Year, Month Date). Title of webpage. Website Name. URL
Example:
World Bank. (2023, March 10). Digital development report. https://www.worldbank.org

Research Paper Format
Example:
Singh, P., Kumar, R., & Verma, A. (2023). E-commerce trends in Asia. International Journal of Business Studies, 18(4), 112–130.

Complete Example (How citation and reference connect)

In manuscript text:
Digital marketing helps companies reach global customers more efficiently (Sharma, 2021). Online consumer behavior is heavily influenced by product reviews (Gupta & Mehta, 2022). According to World Bank (2023), internet penetration continues to rise worldwide.

At the end of the manuscript:
References
1.Gupta, A., & Mehta, S. (2022). Consumer behavior in digital markets. Journal of Business Research, 14(2), 45–60. https://doi.org/xxxxx
2.Sharma, R. K. (2021). Marketing strategies in modern business. Oxford University Press.
3.World Bank. (2023, March 10). Digital development report. https://www.worldbank.org

Every in-text citation must appear in the reference list, and every reference list entry must be cited in the text.

6. Ethical Guidelines
Authors must confirm that:
1. The manuscript is original 
2. It is not under consideration elsewhere 
3. No plagiarism exists 
4. Proper citations are provided 
5. Ethical approval has been obtained where required 
6. Plagiarism above 15-20% similarity index may lead to rejection.

7. AI Usage Disclosure
If AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Grammarly AI, etc.) were used in writing, editing, or data analysis, authors must disclose this in the manuscript.
AI tools cannot be listed as authors.

8. Peer Review Process
1. Initial editorial screening 
2. Double-blind peer review 
3. Reviewer comments sent to authors 
4. Final editorial decision 
5. Average review timeline: 2–6 weeks

9. Article Processing Charges (APC)
1. APC is applicable only after manuscript acceptance 
2. Authors will receive payment instructions separately 
3. Articles proceed for publication only after APC confirmation 
4. Fee waivers/discounts may be considered in exceptional cases.

10. Copyright Policy
Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors are required to complete and sign a publication licensing agreement before the article proceeds to final publication.
The Journal of Engineering Innovation and Global Impact (JEIGI) follows an Open Access publishing model, ensuring that all published articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide without subscription barriers.

Under this policy:
1. Authors retain the copyright of their published work. 
2. Authors grant the journal the right to publish, archive, distribute, and promote the article. 
3. Published articles are made available under a Creative Commons license. 

Recommended License
Unless otherwise specified, articles will be published under the:
Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0)

This license permits others to:
1. Read 
2. Download 
3. Copy 
4. Share 
5. Distribute 
6. Reproduce 
7. Adapt the work 
for lawful purposes, provided appropriate credit is given to the original author(s) and the journal.

Authors are responsible for ensuring:
The submitted work is original 
Proper permissions are obtained for copyrighted third-party materials (figures, tables, images, etc.) 
The manuscript does not infringe upon any intellectual property rights 

Third-Party Content
If authors include copyrighted material from other sources, they must obtain written permission from the original copyright holder before submission.
Repository and Self-Archiving Rights

Authors may deposit the final published version of their article in:
1. Institutional repositories 
2. Personal websites 
3. Research repositories 
4. Academic networking platforms 
provided proper citation to the original publication in JEIGI is included.

11.Open Access Policy
The Journal of Engineering Innovation and Global Impact (JEIGI) is committed to promoting the unrestricted dissemination of scholarly knowledge and follows a full Open Access publishing model.

All articles published in JEIGI are made freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication, allowing readers worldwide to access research without subscription fees or registration barriers.

Under this Open Access policy:
1. Readers can freely read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, and link to full-text articles. 
2. Authors retain the copyright of their work. 
3. The journal does not impose access restrictions on published content. 
4. Research published in the journal is available to academics, policymakers, industry professionals, businesses, and the general public globally. 

Licensing
All published articles are distributed under the Creative Commons Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0) unless otherwise stated.
All articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide.

12. Submission Process
Authors should submit:
-Manuscript file 
-Cover letter 
-Author declaration form 
-Conflict of interest statement (if applicable) 
Submit via:
Official journal email/online submission portal