Journal Policies

Peer Review Policy

Potroput Journal follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the highest quality of published research.

Double-blind review: authors and reviewers are anonymous
Minimum 2 expert reviewers per manuscript
Average review time: 2-3 weeks
Editors make final decisions based on reviewer recommendations
Authors receive detailed feedback and decision letters

Open Access Policy

All articles published in Potroput Journal are freely available to readers immediately upon publication.

Free access for all readers worldwide
No subscription or paywall barriers
Articles published under CC BY license
Authors retain copyright
Permanent archiving in digital repositories

Publication Ethics

We adhere to the highest standards of publication ethics as outlined by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

Zero tolerance for plagiarism
Confidentiality throughout review process
Conflict of interest disclosure required
Ethical approval for human/animal studies
Retraction and correction policies in place

Copyright & Licensing

Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication under Creative Commons licenses.

Authors retain copyright without restrictions
Articles published under CC BY license
Others may share and adapt with proper attribution
Authors may self-archive in institutional repositories
No transfer of copyright required

Plagiarism Policy

All manuscripts are screened for plagiarism using industry-standard software before review.

All submissions checked via plagiarism detection software
Acceptable similarity threshold: < 15%
Manuscripts with >25% similarity are rejected
Post-publication plagiarism leads to retraction
Self-plagiarism also prohibited

APC & Fees Policy

Potroput Journal is committed to keeping publication accessible and affordable for all researchers.

No submission or processing fees for authors
Free access for readers - no subscription charges
APC waivers available for researchers from low-income countries
Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs
All fees published on website

Digital Archiving Policy

We ensure permanent access to published content through multiple archiving solutions.

Content archived in CLOCKSS/Portico
All articles assigned DOIs via CrossRef
Archived in institutional repositories
Backup maintained on multiple servers
Permanent URLs for all content

Withdrawal & Retraction Policy

Clear guidelines for manuscript withdrawal and article retraction when necessary.

Authors may withdraw before acceptance
Retraction for ethical violations or errors
Retraction notices published and linked
Corrections published for minor errors
COPE guidelines followed for retractions

OUR COMMITMENT

Publication Ethics Statement

We are committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics

Duties of Authors

Original work, accurate data, proper citations, disclosure of conflicts, no duplicate submission.

Duties of Reviewers

Confidentiality, objective evaluation, timely response, disclose conflicts, constructive feedback.

Duties of Editors

Fair peer review, confidentiality, impartial decisions, handle complaints, avoid conflicts.

Duties of Publisher

Support editors, ensure integrity, provide archiving, handle appeals, promote ethical practices.

COMPLIANCE

International Standards Compliance

We adhere to global best practices and guidelines

COPE Guidelines

Full compliance with Committee on Publication Ethics guidelines and best practices.

ICMJE Recommendations

Following International Committee of Medical Journal Editors recommendations.

DOAJ Standards

Meeting Directory of Open Access Journals inclusion criteria and standards.

CrossRef Guidelines

Proper DOI registration and metadata standards as per CrossRef requirements.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our policies

Can I submit a manuscript that has been previously published?

No, we only accept original, unpublished work. Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is also prohibited.

How long does the peer review process take?

Initial review takes 2-3 weeks on average. The complete process from submission to decision typically takes 4-6 weeks.

What is the acceptable similarity score?

We accept manuscripts with less than 15% overall similarity and less than 2% from any single source.

Do authors retain copyright?

Yes, authors retain full copyright. Articles are published under CC BY license.

Can I withdraw my manuscript after submission?

Yes, authors may withdraw manuscripts before acceptance. After acceptance, withdrawal requires editorial approval.

Is there a fee for publication?

No, Potroput Journal does not charge any submission or publication fees. It's completely free for authors.