Peer Review Process
The Journal of Information Technology, Software Engineering and Computer Science (ITSECS) applies a peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, relevance, and academic integrity of submitted manuscripts. Each manuscript is evaluated based on its contribution to the field, methodological soundness, clarity, and compliance with the journal's publication standards.
Review Process
Initial Screening
The editorial team checks the manuscript's scope, formatting, completeness, originality, and compliance with the journal's author guidelines.
Peer Review
Eligible manuscripts are evaluated by qualified reviewers who assess their originality, scientific quality, methodology, results, and contribution to the field.
Editorial Decision
Based on the reviewers' comments and the editor's assessment, a manuscript may be accepted, returned for revision, or rejected.
Revision and Final Decision
Authors may be asked to revise their manuscripts. Revised submissions are evaluated to determine whether the reviewers' comments have been adequately addressed.
Review Schedule
The estimated review process takes approximately 6–8 weeks. The actual duration may vary depending on reviewer availability, manuscript complexity, and the number of revision rounds required.
| Stage | Estimated Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Submission | Day 1 | The author submits the manuscript through the journal submission system. |
| 2. Initial Screening | Week 1 | The editor checks the manuscript's scope, format, completeness, and suitability. |
| 3. Peer Review | Weeks 2–5 | Reviewers evaluate the manuscript and provide comments and recommendations. |
| 4. Editorial Decision | Weeks 6–8 | The editor communicates the decision and any required revisions to the author. |
Note: The schedule above is an estimate for the initial review process, not a guarantee of a final publication date.
Peer Review Timeline
An overview of the main stages from manuscript submission to editorial decision at the Journal of Information Technology, Software Engineering and Computer Science (ITSECS).
Submission
Day 1
Manuscript received by the journal.
Initial Screening
Week 1
Editorial checks and suitability assessment.
Peer Review
Weeks 2–5
Expert evaluation and reviewer recommendations.
Editorial Decision
Weeks 6–8
Decision communicated to the corresponding author.
Estimated Review Time: 6–8 Weeks
The estimated review time for a manuscript submitted to the Journal of Information Technology, Software Engineering and Computer Science (ITSECS) is approximately 6–8 weeks, starting from submission and covering the initial screening, peer-review process, and editorial decision.
The total review duration may vary depending on reviewer availability, the nature of the manuscript, and whether revisions or additional review rounds are necessary.
Revision Deadline
Authors receiving a revision decision are expected to submit the revised manuscript within 6 weeks.
The revised manuscript must be accompanied by a detailed response to the reviewers' comments, explaining how each comment has been addressed. Both the revised manuscript and the response document must be submitted through the journal submission system.
Editorial Independence and Final Decision
The Journal of Information Technology, Software Engineering and Computer Science (ITSECS) makes editorial decisions based on manuscript quality, reviewers' recommendations, and the journal's publication standards. The journal aims to maintain a fair, transparent, and consistent review process for all submissions.
