Peer Review Policy

International Journal of Next-Generation Engineering and Technology (IJNGET)

The International Journal of Next-Generation Engineering and Technology (IJNGET) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly integrity and quality through a rigorous peer review process. The following outlines our peer review policy:

1. Peer Review Process:

   • All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that both the authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the review.
   • Each manuscript will typically be reviewed by two independent experts in the relevant field of study. In some cases, a third reviewer may be consulted in the event of conflicting recommendations.

2. Selection of Reviewers:

   • Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the subject matter of the manuscript. The editorial team strives to choose reviewers who are knowledgeable and experienced, ensuring an objective evaluation.
   • Reviewers are required to disclose any conflicts of interest and must recuse themselves from reviewing if a conflict exists.

3. Review Criteria:

   • Reviewers will assess the manuscript based on originality, significance to the field, methodology, clarity of presentation, and adherence to ethical standards.
   • They will provide constructive feedback and may recommend acceptance, minor or major revisions, or rejection of the manuscript.

4. Author Revisions:

   • Authors will receive the reviewers’ comments and feedback once the review process is complete. Authors are expected to address the comments and revise the manuscript accordingly.
   • A point-by-point response to each comment should be included with the revised manuscript to facilitate further evaluation by the reviewers.

5. Decision Making:

   • Based on the reviewers’ feedback and the authors’ revisions, the editorial team will make a final decision regarding the publication of the manuscript, which may result in acceptance, further revision, or rejection.
   • Authors will be notified promptly of the decision, and if applicable, they will be provided with the rationale for the decision.

6. Timing:

   • The peer review process aims to be efficient, with an expected review time of approximately 4-8 weeks. However, this timeframe may vary based on the reviewers’ availability and responsiveness.

7. Ethical Considerations:

   • IJNGET adheres to strict ethical guidelines to ensure a fair and unbiased review process. Any suspected misconduct, such as plagiarism or data fabrication, will be investigated thoroughly.

8. Confidentiality:

   • All parties involved in the peer review process (authors, reviewers, and editorial staff) are expected to maintain confidentiality regarding the content of the manuscript and any related correspondence.