Paper Prints Policy

Paper Prints Policy for Urdu Research Journal: ارمغانِ سرحد

Urdu Research Journal: ارمغانِ سرحد recognizes the importance of providing authors, libraries, and readers with physical copies of published articles. This Paper Prints Policy outlines the procedures, terms, and conditions for requesting printed copies of published works.

1. Availability of Paper Prints

Printed copies of the journal will be made available under the following conditions:

  • Printed Journals: A limited number of printed copies of each issue of the journal will be made available.
  • Individual Articles: Authors and readers may request printed copies of individual articles, subject to availability and processing costs.

2. Requesting Printed Copies

Authors and readers can request printed copies of individual articles or journal issues. The process for requesting paper prints is as follows:

a. Request Process

  • Authors: Authors may request a printed copy of their published article free of charge. Requests should be made by contacting the editorial office.
  • Readers: Readers may request printed copies by submitting an order through the journal’s website or by directly contacting the editorial office.
  • Requests should include:
    • The title of the article or the issue of the journal.
    • The number of copies required.
    • Shipping address details.

b. Processing Time

  • All requests will be processed within 10–15 business days from the date of receipt of the request.

3. Pricing and Payment

Printed copies are available for purchase, and the pricing structure is as follows:

  • Individual Articles: The cost for printing and shipping individual articles will depend on the length of the article and the destination for delivery. The editorial office will provide a quote upon request.
  • Complete Issues: The cost of a printed journal issue will be determined based on the number of pages and shipping destination.

Payment Methods

  • Payments for printed copies can be made through available online payment options or via bank transfer, as per the instructions provided during the order process.

4. Shipping and Delivery

  • Shipping Costs: Shipping costs are calculated based on the recipient's location and the number of copies requested. International shipping will incur higher fees.
  • Delivery Time: Delivery times vary depending on the shipping method and destination. Estimated delivery times will be provided upon request.

5. Limited Availability

  • Due to limited resources, printed copies of some journal issues may be available only in limited quantities. Once printed copies are exhausted, only digital copies will be available for access.
  • Authors and institutions will be prioritized for printed copies, but availability cannot be guaranteed.

6. Copyright and Use of Printed Copies

  • Authors may use printed copies of their own articles for personal or academic purposes, provided that the proper citation and acknowledgment are made.
  • Printed copies may not be reproduced or distributed for commercial purposes without explicit permission from the journal.

7. Reprints

For authors who wish to order reprints of their article after publication:

  • Reprint Requests: Authors can request reprints of their article. The cost for reprints will be determined by the number of copies requested and the delivery address.
  • Reprint Orders: Reprint orders must be submitted within three months of the publication date for a discount on bulk orders.

8. Refunds and Cancellations

  • Cancellation: Orders for printed copies can be canceled if the request has not yet been processed. Refunds will be issued for cancellations made before shipment.
  • Refunds: Refunds will be provided if printed copies are damaged during delivery or if the wrong issue or article is shipped.