FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I submit my article?

Please click “Submit Online” on the journal's homepage and directly access the submission system used by that journal.

How much is the publication fees?

The publication charge may vary and have different categories. For more information click here

Which topics is covered by KPU-iJET?

KPU-iJET is multi-discipline journal and publishing article from different parts of engineering and technology. For more information click here

KPU-iJET is authorized by which authorities?

KPU-iJET is an international journal and have ISSN number of (   ) and authorized by the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) of Afghanistan as well. 

What is the different file types which I need to submit for publication of my manuscript?

Editable word file with A4 size page dimension and double spacing is the most common form of submitting the full text. You may go to the guidelines for authors for detailed layout and checklist prior to submission.

How do I know that my article has been accepted and what are the subsequent steps?

The journal’s managing editorial team would contact you upon the acceptance of your article for publication. Standard copyediting and style sheet would be implemented. The author proof in the pdf format would be sent to the corresponding author for verification. 

How to obtain reprints for the published article?

The corresponding author of the article, after making a requisition, will receive an electronic pdf version of the article. These e-prints can be used for personal archiving in scientific community, sharing, distribution and printing.

What is the average time for publication of an article?

The acknowledgement and manuscript ID will be received by the corresponding author within 3 working days. A window period of 2-4 weeks is allotted for the peer-review process. Once the manuscript has been accepted, copyediting and author proof generation takes place within 7 working days.  Therefore the time taken from the initial submission to publication and hosting on website would be approximately two months.

 

How do I know which journal is suitable for my manuscript?

The authors are encouraged to refer to the subject guide for finalizing their journal of interest. Alternately the tile and abstract of the manuscript can be forwarded to us and we will be glad to help you in ascertaining the most suitable journal for you.

What high resolution images mean?

For the purpose of publication, the images need to be of good clarity even after conversion from word to pdf file. For this the resolution of the image needs to be high, at least 300 pixels per inch. These are termed as high resolution images which are suitable for reusing in printed form. 

Where can I find instructions for a specific journal?

Please go to the homepage of the selected journal and click "Instructions for Authors". 

What happens if my paper gets rejected? Any other options?

We are committed to your publishing success. Your manuscript may be rejected by a journal for reasons other than your research’s quality. It may be more suitable for another journal! Let us suggest an alternative journal for resubmitting your manuscript and any reviewer comments. 

Can I still make corrections to my article after it has been published Online First?

The online publication represents the official publication of research results. As soon as an article is published online, it can be cited and is quotable. If changes are then made, confusion can easily arise with authors citing different versions of the same publication.