Announcement for Journal Article in Advanced Studies in Policing (ASP): Journal of Nepal Police Staff College Vol.01, 2026
2083-01-03
Announcement
for Journal Article Advanced
Studies in Policing (ASP): Journal of Nepal Police Staff CollegeCall
for Papers – Vol. 01, 2026Dear
Esteemed Scholars,The
Nepal Police Staff College (NPSC) is pleased to announce a Call for Papers
for the first issue of Advanced Studies in Policing (ASP): Journal of
Nepal Police Staff College (Vol. 01, 2026). ASP is a double-blind,
peer-reviewed annual scholarly publication of NPSC and features empirical
research articles, Conceptual/Experiential papers and Policy perspectives.Thematically,
the Journal covers professional policing issues, including law enforcement,
crime management, public safety, security, cyber security, governance, human
rights, institutional management, service delivery, and community engagement,
as they relate to local, national, and global contexts. We
invite scholarly contributions from academicians, researchers, policymakers,
experts, practitioners, serving and retired police professionals, NPSC faculty,
and officials from similar institutions worldwide. Our target readership
includes national and international policing officials and agencies, scholars,
researchers, policymakers, commentators, media professionals, executives,
consultants, students, trainees, and the general public interested in and
engaged with policing and related issues.ContextEstablished
in 2025, NPSC is an institution of higher learning dedicated to advancing
knowledge, research, and development for professional excellence in policing
and related services. Our strategic priorities include leadership development,
policy analysis, research promotion, organizational innovation, and performance
effectiveness aimed at enhancing
capacity and readiness to deliver high-quality policing in an evolving security
landscape. NPSC offers post-experience education, professional development,
policy discussions, advisory services, and research initiatives, including the
flagship Police Leadership and Staff Course (PLSC), which integrates a Master in
Police Sciences (MPS) affiliated to Tribhuvan University (TU) with comprehensive
leadership course. The Journal furthers our commitment to enriching policing
scholarship and practices.Purpose,
Nature, and ScopeThe
journal advances scholarship in policing by providing a platform for empirical,
experiential, and reflective knowledge that promotes professional excellence.
Specifically, it aims to:
Promote
scholarly engagement with issues relevant to policing and related
services, both within the Nepal Police and among its major stakeholders.
Facilitate the
sharing of knowledge, insights, and experiences on policing and related
issues among practitioners, academics, researchers, policymakers, and
experts.
Encourage
research and innovation on critical and emerging policing issues and
related subjects.
Build
substantive knowledge capital to inform strategic and programmatic
initiatives and support evidence-based policy-making in policing and
related issues.
Generate
interdisciplinary dialogue to foster collaboration across disciplines in
addressing emerging challenges in policing and related services.
Enhance
professionalism in policing and related services by providing relevant
knowledge to inform policing behaviors, decisions, and practices.
Document and
disseminate experiences, lessons, and innovations within policing for
future learning and development.
Submission
GuidelinesBefore
submitting, ensure your manuscript adheres to these requirements:
Originality: Submissions must be original,
unpublished work. Plagiarism, academic misconduct, or AI-generated content
is strictly prohibited.
a. Manuscript
Structure (Research articles):
Title
Abstract
(150 – 200 words)
Keywords
(3–5)
Introduction
(background or context, statement of the research
problem/issue, objectives, significance, outline of the paper)
Review
of Literature
Research
Design
Findings
and Discussion
Implications
(for policy, practices, and further research) and Conclusion
References
(APA 7th Edition)
Short
author bio(s)
Word
limits: For 4,000–10,000 words
b. Manuscript
Structure (Conceptual/Experiential papers, Policy perspectives):
Title
Abstract
(150 – 200 words)
Keywords
(3–5)
·
Introduction
(background or context, articulation of the central issues, objectives,
significance, informational nature and sources, outline of the paper)
Thematic
elaboration and analysis (of relevant concepts, issues, propositions,
cases, arguments, policies, and practices by linking with relevant
theories, describing, arguing, and interpreting facts, ideas, or
experiences, presenting perspectives, and proposing courses of actions
and directions for applications – divided into two or more sub-sections
based on the scope of thematic focus).
Inferences
and their discussions, including policy and practical implications
Conclusion
References
(APA 7th Edition)
Short
author bio(s)
Word
limits: (2,000– 5000 words)
Formatting:
Font:
Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line
spacing: Single space
Margins/Indentation:
Flush left
Justification:
Full
Headings, figures,
tables: APA 7th Edition
Referencing: APA 7th Edition throughout.
Ethics: Disclose any
conflicts of interest.
Submission Process: Email manuscripts in MS Word format
to plsc_facultyoffice@nepalpolice.gov.np.
Deadline: June 15, 2026 (early submissions encouraged).For
queries, contact the editorial team at plsc_facultyoffice@nepalpolice.gov.np or Call
DSP Govinda Thapa, IS (9851281313).Your
contributions will enrich policing scholarship. We look forward to your
submissions for this inaugural issue.
Sincerely,
Editorial Team
Nepal Police Staff College