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IJLSG · 2026

Author Guidelines & Editorial Process

Editorial Process Standard Operating Procedure Policy, 2026

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⏱️Timeline

AcknowledgementWithin 2 hours
Desk Screening3–4 days
Peer Review2–3 weeks
Final DecisionWithin 1 week
PublicationWithin 1 week after acceptance

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🎯Purpose

This policy establishes a transparent and structured framework for submission, evaluation, review, and publication of manuscripts, ensuring academic rigour, ethical compliance, and quality.

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📤Submission Process

  • All manuscripts must be submitted via the official submission system
  • Submission must include title, abstract, keywords, and author details
  • Acknowledgement of submission is issued immediately

03

🔍Desk Screening

All manuscripts undergo preliminary evaluation based on:

  • Relevance to journal scope
  • Basic academic quality

Manuscripts may be rejected or forwarded for peer review.

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👥Peer Review Process

  • Double-blind review system is followed
  • Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two experts
  • Evaluation is based on originality, structure, methodology, and citations

Review outcomes may include:

AcceptanceMinor RevisionsMajor RevisionsRejection

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✏️Revision & Editing

  • Authors must revise manuscripts based on reviewer comments
  • Editorial team performs language and formatting corrections
  • Revised manuscripts must be resubmitted within the deadline

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⚖️Final Decision

Final decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief in consultation with the Editorial Director based on:

  • Academic quality
  • Reviewer feedback
  • Overall contribution

The decision is final and cannot be challenged.

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📰Publication

  • Accepted manuscripts are scheduled for publication
  • Final proofreading is conducted before release
  • Publication occurs within the prescribed timeframe

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🛡️Ethical Standards

  • Strict anti-plagiarism policy is enforced
  • All submissions remain confidential
  • Conflicts of interest must be disclosed

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✍️Author Responsibilities

  • Ensure originality and authenticity
  • Avoid plagiarism and copyright violations
  • Maintain academic integrity