reappear fee of Rs. 1000/- will be applicable in such cases.
This is subject to their
Programmeme validity at the time of synopsis submission, as synopsis submission link will
close 110 days before Programmeme expiry.
8.2 Format of Project Report
The entire main body of the report, except for the cover page, should adhere to the following
formatting guidelines:
1. Font and Spacing:
• Use Times New Roman font with a font size of 12 points.
• Maintain 1.5 line spacing throughout the report.
2. Margins:
• Keep a consistent one-inch margin on all four sides of each page.
3. Headings and Subheadings:
• Headings and subheadings should be typed in bold.
• Use a font size of 14 for main headings and a font size of 12 for all subheadings.
• Avoid subheadings beyond two levels, unless absolutely necessary.
4. Numbering:
• Maintain proper numbering for all chapter headings and subheadings in the report.
Follow the format illustrated below for chapter headings and subheadings:
For Chapter 1:
1.1 XXXXXXXX
1.1.1 XXXXXXXX
1.1.2 XXXXXXXX
1.2 XXXXXXXX
1.2.1 XXXXXXXX
1.2.2 XXXXXXXX
For Chapter 2:
2.1 XXXXXXXX
2.1.1 XXXXXXXX
2.1.2 XXXXXXXX
2.2 XXXXXXXX
2.2.1 XXXXXXXX
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2.2.2 XXXXXXXX
Maintain this pattern of headings and subheadings consistently throughout the report.
5. File Format:
• The soft copy of the project report should be uploaded in PDF format.
• Include the PDF copy of the approved synopsis for evaluation on SIS.
It is important to note that nonadherence to the prescribed formatting guidelines as explained in
sections 8.2, 8.3, and 8.4 may result in a deduction in the score allocated for adherence to
guidelines in your final evaluation.
8.3 Pagination
The title page should be included in the page count but should not be numbered. Follow these
numbering guidelines for your document:
1. Use Roman numerals (e.g., ii, iii, iv, etc.) for your introductory sections (Declaration,
Certificate from Guide, Table of Contents, etc.).
2. After the introductory sections, switch to Arabic numerals (e.g., 1, 2, 3) and start the page
numbering at "1" at the beginning of Chapter 1 of the main text.
3. Insert page numbers in the footer of every page (except for the cover page).
4. Ensure that the page numbers are centered aligned at the bottom of each page.
By adhering to these guidelines, you will maintain a consistent and appropriate page numbering
format throughout your document.
8.4 Components of Project Report
1. Cover page
2. Declaration Certificate
3. Certificate from Guide
4. Acknowledgement (Optional)
5. Table of Contents
6. List of abbreviations (Optional)
7. List of tables and figures
8. Executive Summary
9. Main report (In chapter scheme) *
a. Introduction of the Problem
b. Theoretical Perspective
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c. Methodology
d. Data Analysis and Interpretations
e. Conclusions and Recommendations
10. Bibliography in American Psychological Association (APA) format
11. Annexure
Note: The chapter titles suggested in the main report are illustrative for a research-based study.
Based on the specific nature and requirement of the project the student can choose and
incorporate suitable chapter titles accordingly.
The components of the project report in detail are:
Cover Page: The cover page of the report should include the following:
a) The title of the report in capital letters.
b) The name of the student and their enrollment number.
c) Project guide's name.
d) Date of submission and session. The format of this page is provided in Annexure A.
Declaration Certificate: The declaration is to certify that the project is not plagiarized and is an
original work. The format for this page is provided in Annexure B.
Certificate from Guide: A certificate, duly signed by the Project Guide, on the letterhead of the
company of the Project Guide or a screenshot of an acknowledged email (official email) sent by
the Project Guide to IMT CDL (projects@[Link]), stating that the project work undertaken is
authentic and satisfactorily conducted under their guidance, must be appended to the Project
Report. The format for this page is provided in Annexure C.
Note: Project reports submitted without the signed certificate on the letterhead of the company
of the Project Guide or the screenshot of an acknowledged email from the project guide will be
rejected.
Acknowledgement: Acknowledgment is an expression of gratitude to the individuals and
organizations who have assisted in completing the project. The format for this page is provided
in Annexure D.
List of Abbreviations: Any abbreviations, obscure terms, or esoteric acronyms used in the project
report should be explained where they first occur. All cited abbreviations should be listed in
tabular form on this page.
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Table of Contents: The table of contents provides an index of the project report. The title page
is the first page and is not numbered. The initial pages afterward are numbered (ii, iii, iv...)
respectively. The initial pages, such as Certificates, Acknowledgments, List of Tables, List of Figures,
Bibliography, and Appendices, are numbered in lowercase Roman numerals (ii, iii, iv...), and the
page numbers of all chapters are given in regular numbers (1, 2, 3...). The prescribed format of the
table of contents is provided in Annexure E.
List of Tables and Figures: A list of tables and figures in the report must be provided with page
numbers after the table of contents. In the main text, wherever tables and figures are used, the
following guidelines must be observed:
Table number and title will be placed above the table, while the figure number and caption will
be located below the figure.
Figure and table numbers should be in sync with the chapter numbers (e.g., the first figure of
Chapter 1 should be numbered as Fig. 1.1, the first figure of Chapter 2 should be numbered as
Fig. 2.1, and so on).
All tables and figures used in the report must be referred to, discussed, or explained in the main
body of the text.
Tables in the report must be in typed text format and not in image format. For figures or tables
taken from other external sources, the source must be mentioned below the table or figure.
Executive Summary: The executive summary provides a summary of the entire project report and
should be approximately 250 words. It should briefly describe the main ideas of the report,
including the aims and conclusions. It should be self-contained and self-explanatory, without
introducing new information not mentioned in the rest of the report.
Main Report: The main report should follow the chapter scheme indicated in your synopsis.
Generally, the sequential presentation should be as follows:
Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter should provide background on the problem and what is
proposed to be investigated. Explain the significance of the problem, the objectives, scope of the
study, and the contribution and impact your study will make. Provide a brief description of the
organization where you conducted the project.
Chapter 2: Theoretical Perspective: Offer an overview of the theoretical concepts related to the
problem under study. Refer to the status of research in the area and major findings. Explain the
necessity for your study and your approach. If you conducted a literature review, include it in this
chapter.
Chapter 3: Methods: Describe in detail the steps followed in completing the study. Discuss the
basis of sampling if you conducted a sample survey, including the sample size. State the sources
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of primary and secondary data, and elaborate on how you processed the data. If a literature review
was conducted, include it in this chapter.
Chapter 4, 5, etc. (Onwards): Present relevant data and analysis, followed by a discussion. Build
your argument logically to support your theme, presenting data as needed. Maintain a balanced
size for chapters and avoid uneven coverage.
Last Chapter: Conclusions and Recommendations: In the concluding chapter, ensure that your
conclusion aligns with the project title and objectives. Provide suggestions to the company as
solutions to the problems you identified with their products, services, or methods.
By following this improved structure and formatting, your project report will be well-organized
and meet the necessary guidelines.
Bibliography: A bibliography serves as a comprehensive record of the published sources that
have been consulted during the course of a project. This encompassing list encompasses various
mediums, including books, research journals, websites, newspapers, and more. It is imperative to
adhere to the guidelines outlined in the APA 7 style when creating your bibliography. To ensure
proper referencing, please consult the examples provided below as per APA 7 guidelines:
1. Book:
Author(s). (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
Example:
Smith, J. D. (2020). Management Strategies for Success. Academic Press.
2. Research Paper from a Journal:
Author(s). (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range. DOI
Example:
Johnson, A. B., & Williams, C. R. (2019). Leadership styles in modern organizations. Journal of
Management Studies, 46(2), 187-205. [Link]
3. Magazine or News Article:
Author(s). (Year, Month Day). Title of the article. Title of the Magazine or Newspaper, Page range.
Example:
Brown, S. (2021, July 15). New trends in workplace diversity. Harvard Business Review, 35-42.
4. Website:
Author(s). (Year, Month Day). Title of the webpage. Website Name. URL
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Example:
Smith, L. (2022, March 10). Leadership principles in the digital age. Forbes.
[Link]
5. Report or White Paper:
Author(s). (Year). Title of the report or white paper. Organization Name. URL
Example:
National Management Association. (2018). Workplace Trends Report 2018.
[Link]
Annexure: Annexures are additions or supplements to the project report listed alphabetically e.g.,
Annexure”A Annexure”B etc. and contain any additional information to support the project study
like survey form sample, additional tables and figures etc. They are not included in the main
chapters but referred to in the discussion and interpretations. Annexure are placed after the last
chapter on summary conclusions. Annexures are numbered alphabetically e.g., Annexure,A,
Annexure-B etc.
8.5 Steps of Project Report Submission
Step 1: Open SIS (Student Information System) portal (URL: [Link] )
and login using your user-id and password.
Step 2: Go to Project / Synopsis section and click on ONLINE PROJECT /SYNOPSIS
SUBMISSION Tab.
Step 3: Click the link “Pay re-appear fees” in case “Upload Project” link is not active and pay the
re-appear fees.
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