Indian Institute of Mass Communication

COMMUNICATOR

Chief Editor: Dr. Pragya Paliwal Gaur
Editor: Dr. Pawan Koundal 
p[dot]koundal[at]iimc[dot]gov[dot]in

Launched in 1965, Communicator is a peer-reviewed journal of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) that publishes original research on Communications. The flagship journal of the IIMC endeavours to publish the best literature available in the field of communications and its related branches for the greater benefit of scholars, practitioners and policy-makers. It is the oldest communications journal published from India. The Communicator also has a book review section. In order to maintain its high standard of scholarship, Communicator follows a rigorous procedure of blind peer review. The main aim of the Communicator Journal is to focus on communication theory, research, policy and practice. It is especially interested in research, which is interdisciplinary and based on the experience of South Asia and other developing countries. This Journal is published on a quarterly basis. ‘Communicator’ journal is now being indexed in the Indian Citation Index.

The Communicator Journal includes the following category of papers for publication:

• Original Research Papers: Papers in maximum 7000 words (excluding abstract, keywords, all references, tables, figures. appendices and endnotes) typed in double space, in Times New Roman 12-point font can be submitted for publication.
• Short Research Communication not more than 2000 words (about 4-5 pages, typed in double space), which deals with (a) research results which are completed but do not warrant comprehensive treatment, and (b) descriptions of new material or improved techniques, with supporting data. Such notes require no headed sections. Summary (not more than 80-100 words) is to be provided at the end of the text.
• Contributors are requested to ensure that the research papers or notes submitted for publications have a direct bearing on Journalism and Mass Communication. Aim and Scope
• Book Reviews: Communicator also has a book review section. Reviews of books published on journalism and mass communication and related subjects can be submitted (Word limit: 1500) for publication. However, reviews of books published in other nomenclatures such as social sciences and humanities, social work, anthropology, art, etc. can also be sent if their title is related to media study or at least 40 percent of their content is related to media, mass media or journalism or a related subject. Book reviews should be sent along with their complete details such as publisher, year, price, page number etc.

AIM and SCOPE

Communicator focuses on communication theory, research, policy and practice. It is especially interested in research, which is interdisciplinary and based on the experience of South Asia and other developing countries.

Publication Frequency

Communicator is published four times a year: January-March, April-June, July-September and October –December.

Submission 

All manuscripts addressed to The Editor, Communicator, are to be submitted on: communicatoriimc@gmail.com

 

Sanchar Madhyam

About Sanchar Madhyam

Sanchar Madhyam (ISSN: 2321-2608) is a leading peer-reviewed Hindi research journal published by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (New Delhi). The journal maintains high standards in the selection and publication of content focused on communication, media, journalism, and related issues. First published in 1980, it has emerged as a prestigious platform for the publication of diverse perspectives, commentaries, book reviews, and original research papers in the fields of communication, media, and journalism in Hindi. It publishes original academic research and analyses on all aspects of media studies. Upholding the highest standards of academic research, Sanchar Madhyam follows a rigorous and impartial peer-review process for all submitted research papers and articles before publication. The journal is published by the Publications Division of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication.

Objectives and Scope

Sanchar Madhyam primarily publishes academic research and analytical articles on all aspects of media and communication studies.

Publication Frequency

Sanchar Madhyam is published four times a year: January–March, April–June, July–September, and October–December.

The following categories of manuscripts are published in Sanchar Madhyam:

Original Research Articles

Research papers in this category should be between 4,000 and 5,000 words in length and typed in double spacing. They must include an abstract of no more than 250 words. Manuscripts should be prepared exclusively in Unicode font and should present a comprehensive account of the research undertaken. Any photographs, graphs, tables, or illustrations associated with the research must be submitted along with their original source files (such as Excel files). Authors should ensure that all images are of high resolution so that print quality is not compromised. Research papers submitted in PDF format will not be accepted.

Short Research Articles

Short research articles should not exceed 2,000 words (approximately 4–5 double-spaced pages). These manuscripts must also be typed in Unicode font and should be based on completed research studies. This category may include fact-based research articles related to the development of new technologies. The abstract for such articles should be between 80 and 100 words.

Research Reviews

Review articles submitted under this category should include an introduction, literature review, research findings, and a critical assessment of the shortcomings of the research under review. They should also provide recommendations for addressing those limitations so that future researchers may build upon and improve the existing body of work.

Book Reviews

Sanchar Madhyam publishes reviews of books related to journalism and mass communication (word limit: 1,500 words). Reviews of books from other disciplines such as social sciences, social work, anthropology, arts, and related fields may also be considered, provided that the title is relevant to media studies or that at least 40 percent of the book's content pertains to media, mass communication, or journalism. Book reviews should be submitted along with complete bibliographic details, including publisher, year of publication, edition, page count, price, and a photograph of the book cover.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered on the Sanchar Madhyam website are used solely for the purposes stated by the journal and will not be made available to any individual or organization for any other purpose.

Please send research papers addressed to the Editor, Sanchar Madhyam, at:

sancharmadhyamiimc@gmail.com