Guidelines & Policies

Author's Guidelines

Manuscript Structure

Research Article
Title
Author Details
Abstract
Keywords
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References

Publication Ethics

IJSTP adheres to internationally recognized publication ethics standards.

Authors must ensure:
Original work.
Proper citation practices.
No plagiarism.
No duplicate publication.
No fabricated data.
No manipulated results.
Editors shall:
Maintain confidentiality.
Ensure impartial decisions.
Avoid conflicts of interest.
Reviewers shall:
Conduct objective evaluations.
Maintain confidentiality.
Report ethical concerns.

Open Access Policy

Full Open Access Model
IJSTP follows a full Open Access publishing model for immediate worldwide availability.
All Published Articles Are
  • Freely accessible immediately upon publication.
  • Available without subscription charges.
  • Accessible worldwide without restrictions.
  • Available for academic and research purposes.
Benefits of Open Access
  • Increased visibility.
  • Higher citation potential.
  • Global accessibility.
  • Faster dissemination of knowledge.

Peer Review Policy

Peer Review Process
IJSTP follows a Double-Blind Peer Review Process.
5–15 Days Avg. Duration
Review Procedure
  • Initial Editorial Screening
  • Plagiarism Evaluation
  • Assignment to Expert Reviewers
  • Double-Blind Peer Review
  • Editorial Decision
  • Author Revision (if required)
  • Final Acceptance
  • Publication
Review Criteria
  • Originality
  • Significance
  • Methodological Soundness
  • Clarity of Presentation
  • Ethical Compliance
  • Relevance to Journal Scope

Plagiarism Policy

Zero Tolerance Policy
IJSTP maintains strict zero tolerance towards plagiarism.
Similarity Limits
  • Up to 10% Acceptable
  • 11%–20% Revision Required
  • Above 20% Rejection
Forms of Misconduct
  • Direct plagiarism
  • Self-plagiarism
  • Data plagiarism
  • Image manipulation
  • Citation manipulation
Manuscripts may be screened using plagiarism detection software before publication.

Withdrawal Policy

1. Before Review

Withdrawal permitted without restrictions.

2. During Review

Written request required from corresponding author.

3. After Acceptance

Withdrawal requests are evaluated by the editorial board.

4. After Publication

Articles cannot normally be withdrawn except in specific cases.

Post-Publication Exception Cases:
  • Serious ethical violations
  • Proven misconduct
  • Major publication errors