Peer Review Policy

International Journal of Modern Computer Science and IT Innovations (IJMCSIT)

The International Journal of Modern Computer Science and IT Innovations (IJMCSIT) is committed to upholding high standards of academic quality, integrity, and transparency in publishing. All manuscripts submitted to IJMCSIT undergo a rigorous and unbiased peer review process in accordance with best practices and the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

1. Type of Peer Review

• IJMCSIT implements a double-blind peer review process.

  • Authors’ identities are concealed from reviewers.

  • Reviewers’ identities are concealed from authors.

• This ensures objective evaluation free from bias.

2. Initial Editorial Screening

• The editorial team evaluates all submissions for:

  • Relevance to the journal scope

  • Compliance with submission guidelines

  • Originality and adherence to ethical standards

  • Plagiarism and ethical concerns

• Manuscripts not meeting basic criteria may be rejected without external review.

3. Reviewer Selection

• Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts.

• Reviewers are chosen based on subject expertise, research experience, and absence of conflicts of interest.

• Authors may suggest potential reviewers; however, final selection is at the discretion of the editor.

4. Review Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

• Originality and significance of the research

• Methodological rigor and technical quality

• Clarity, organization, and presentation

• Relevance to modern computer science and IT innovations

• Ethical and responsible research conduct

5. Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

• Maintain confidentiality of the manuscripts

• Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback

• Declare conflicts of interest and decline assignments if impartiality is compromised

• Avoid using unpublished material for personal advantage

6. Editorial Decision

Based on reviewer reports, the editor may:

• Accept the manuscript

• Request minor or major revisions

• Reject the manuscript

Authors receive reviewer comments along with the editorial decision.

7. Revision Process

• Authors must address reviewer comments and submit revised manuscripts within the specified timeframe.

• Revisions may be sent back to the original reviewers for further evaluation.

8. Timelines

• Initial editorial screening: 7–10 days

• Peer review process: 2–4 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and manuscript complexity

9. Confidentiality and Data Protection

• Manuscripts and review communications are treated as confidential.

• Reviewer reports are securely stored and used only for editorial decisions.

10. Ethical Oversight

• Editors investigate any allegations of misconduct, bias, or unethical behavior during peer review.

• All actions follow COPE guidelines to ensure fairness and transparency.

Conclusion

The peer review process at IJMCSIT ensures the publication of high-quality, reliable, and ethically sound research in modern computer science and IT innovations.