Reviewer Guidelines

1. Introduction

As a reviewer, your contribution is vital in maintaining the quality and integrity of this journal. Peer review ensures that only high-quality, well-researched, and ethically sound papers are published.

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2. Responsibilities of a Reviewer

• Maintain confidentiality of the manuscript.
• Provide a fair, unbiased, and timely review.
• Evaluate the manuscript’s scientific and technical merit.
• Give constructive feedback to help authors improve the paper.
• Declare conflicts of interest, if any.

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3. Timeline for Review

• Acknowledge the invitation to review within 3 days.
• Submit the review report within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.
• Request extension if needed, or inform the editor if you are unavailable.

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4. Key Aspects to Evaluate

1. Originality: Is the work novel and significant in the field?
2. Technical Soundness: Are the methods and analysis appropriate and rigorous?
3. Clarity: Is the writing clear, organized, and grammatically correct?
4. References: Are the citations relevant and sufficient?
5. Figures & Tables: Are visuals relevant, accurate, and well-explained?
6. Ethics & Integrity: Are there any signs of plagiarism or unethical conduct?

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5. Review Report Format

• Confidential comments to the editor
• Comments to the author (constructive, specific, and respectful)
• Recommendation:
  • Accept
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Reject

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6. Conflict of Interest

• Reviewers must avoid reviewing manuscripts from close collaborators.
• Do not use unpublished data for personal research.
• Do not breach confidentiality.

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7. Reviewer Ethics

• Do not attempt to contact authors directly.
• Provide evidence and reasoning for critiques.
• Avoid personal criticism.

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8. Reviewer Recognition

• A certificate of appreciation will be provided.
• Reviewer's name may be published annually (with consent).
• High-performing reviewers may be considered for editorial board roles.

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9. Communication

If in doubt or if you suspect plagiarism or ethical concerns, contact the editorial office immediately.

Author Guidelines

Authors should submit only papers that have been carefully proof read and polished. Before submission please make sure that your paper is prepared using the IJETAS paper template. Electronic (Online) submission of manuscripts is strongly encouraged. Acceptance or rejection email will be sent to author within two weeks after the submission. IJETAS accepts research and review article in engineering science and technology. The manuscript would be considered under the specific branches of engineering science and technology but not limited.

Article Processing Charges (APC)