Peer Review Policy
International Journal of Ayurveda360
The International Journal of Ayurveda360 follows a double-anonymous peer review process to ensure fair, unbiased, and ethical evaluation, in accordance with COPE guidelines and recognized best practices.
Peer Review Process
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Initial Editorial Screening – All submissions are screened for scope, formatting, ethical compliance, and plagiarism (using iThenticate via Crossref Similarity Check) before peer review.
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Reviewer Assignment – Each eligible manuscript is assigned to 2–3 independent expert reviewers. Reviewer and author identities remain strictly anonymous throughout the process.
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Reviewer Responsibilities – Reviewers provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback; identify ethical or citation issues; and disclose any conflicts of interest.
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Editorial Decision – The Editor-in-Chief holds final responsibility for publication decisions, which are based solely on academic merit, reviewer reports, and ethical standards.
Peer Review Timeline
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Manuscript Acknowledgment & Reviewer Assignment: within 24–48 hours.
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First Review Report: 7–12 days.
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Revise & Resubmit (if required): 7–12 days.
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Second Review Report: 7–12 days.
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Final Revisions (if required): 7–12 days.
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Acceptance & Draft Preparation: 3–4 days.
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Proofreading & Publication: 8–10 days.
Policy Statement
The journal upholds transparency, editorial independence, and high ethical standards to ensure the publication of high-quality, original research.
For queries, contact: journal@ayurveda360.in