Peer Review

Peer Review Process

Rigorous, transparent, and fair evaluation of all submissions

Overview

IJEAE follows a strict double‑blind peer review model: neither authors nor reviewers know each other’s identity. This guarantees objectivity, impartiality, and the highest standards of academic integrity.

Every manuscript is first assessed by the Editor‑in‑Chief for scope and quality, then forwarded to at least two independent expert reviewers.

Typical first decision: 6–8 weeks (may vary depending on submission volume)
Important: All durations are estimates. During periods of high submission volume, review and decision times may be longer than the typical ranges shown above. We appreciate your patience and assure you that every manuscript receives careful attention.
1
3–5 days

Submission & Initial Editorial Check

Manuscripts are checked for adherence to the journal’s scope, formatting requirements, and basic quality. Submissions that do not pass this stage are returned without external review.

Plagiarism screening with iThenticate / Turnitin. Acceptable similarity index: below 15%.

2
5–7 days

Reviewer Assignment

The Editor‑in‑Chief assigns at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Reviewers are drawn from the editorial board and IJEAE’s wider pool, with all conflicts of interest carefully avoided.

3
4–6 weeks

Double‑Blind Review

Reviewers evaluate the manuscript on originality, methodological rigour, clarity of argument, literature engagement, and overall contribution. Structured reports conclude with one of four recommendations: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.

4
~2–4 weeks

Author Revision

Authors receive anonymised reviewer feedback and resubmit a revised manuscript together with a point‑by‑point response. Major revisions are re‑reviewed by the original reviewers.

5
1–2 weeks

Final Decision & Publication

The Editor‑in‑Chief makes the final decision based on reviewer recommendations. Accepted manuscripts are copyedited, typeset, and published online with a DOI. Authors are notified at every stage.

Review Criteria

✓ Originality and novelty of the research
✓ Significance and contribution to the field
✓ Clarity and coherence of the argument
✓ Rigour and appropriateness of the methodology
✓ Adequacy and currency of the literature review
✓ Quality of data analysis and interpretation
✓ Ethical compliance (human/animal subjects, COI)
✓ Quality of academic writing and language