IMHS 2025 | Call for Papers – Indie Mental Health Summit

CALL FOR PAPERS IS NOW OPEN

Share your latest research at Indian Mental Health Summit 2025 in Mumbai

on November 22–23, 2025

Whether you’re a student, educator, researcher or practitioner, this is your chance to spotlight work in psychology, mental health, education and social justice at the Indian Mental Health Summit 2025 to be held at Beatle Hotel, Powai- Mumbai. Join a community eager to learn, debate and advance care across India.

SUBMISSION DEADLINES

Full Paper Abstracts (200–250 words): August 1
Poster Abstracts (400 words): August 31
Full Papers (up to 3,000 words): September 15

The manuscript needs to be prepared electronically in MS Word (.doc, .docx) then sent via email.
The submission should be in the English language.
Referencing and Citation must be according to APA 7th Edition.
Do not type authors' names and affiliations for the sake of blind peer review.
The author’s names and affiliations should be submitted completely during the paper submission, and they cannot be changed after paper acceptance.
After final selection, the presenters will be asked to submit the final doc in pdf format.
Full length manuscript length [in MS Word Only] should not exceed more than 3000 words tentatively 15 typed pages total (including cover page, abstract, text, references, tables, and figures), with appropriate margins (at least 1 inch) on all sides and a standard font (e.g. Times New Roman) of 12 points ( not smaller).
The entire manuscript (text, references, tables etc) must be double spaced.
The text of observational and experimental study should be divided into following sections:
- Title of the Paper
- Name of the Author(s)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Method
  - Aims/Objectives
  - Hypothesis
  - Source of population and selection criteria
  - Participants
  - Tools and techniques used
  - Results
  - Discussion and References

Manuscript should be prepared in the following format:
- Cover Page / Title Page (Page 1) should consist of Title of the Article, name of the author (s) / corresponding author (s), institutional affiliation, telephone / mobile number, email addresses.
- It should also consist of the source of support, if any, received in any form (grant, equipment, drugs etc.) and word count, number of tables, figures used in the article.

Abstract up to 200-250 words should be given on the first page of the manuscript and must include: Aims / Objectives: A brief about the purpose of the study.
Method: description of the data (e.g. N, age, sex, SES. etc) briefly procedure, tools used, statistical procedure, etc. and Results. Abstract must communicate the glimpse of the study. Abstract Page should consist of only the title of the study abstract and key words (up to 6 key words).
Full length abstract should not more than 400 words

Frequently asked questions

General

Originality and Innovation: Uniqueness of the research question, perspective, or methodology.
Relevance to the Conference Theme: Alignment with the core themes and objectives of the event.
Methodological Rigor: Clarity, appropriateness, and robustness of the research methods used.
Clarity of Presentation: Quality of delivery, structure, and ability to communicate key findings effectively.
Depth of Analysis and Critical Thinking: Insightfulness, depth of interpretation, and critical engagement with the subject.
Practical Implications – Contribution to practice, policy, or further research in the mental health field.
Engagement and Responsiveness – Ability to respond to audience or jury questions with clarity and insight.

INDIAN MENTAL HEALTH

CALL FOR PAPERS IS NOW OPEN

Share your latest research at Indian Mental Health Summit 2025 in Mumbai

on November 22–23, 2025

SUBMISSION DEADLINES

Frequently asked questions

Accommodation and Stay for full paper presenters

Will my paper be published in a journal?

Are student discounts or fee waivers available?

What does the registration fee include?

What is the expected duration for oral and poster presentations?

Will there be a Q&A after each presentation?

What are the evaluation criteria for best paper and presentation awards?

Is the IMHS journal Scopus-indexed, UGC CARE, or peer-reviewed?

Is there an extra fee for publication?

Will local transport be arranged between accommodation and venue?

Will I receive a participation or presentation certificate?

Who do I contact for last-minute queries or emergencies?

Is there a WhatsApp, Telegram, or email group for updates?