Peer Review Process

Peer Review Process

The peer review process at Jurnal Pajak Indonesia (Indonesian Tax Review) is designed to ensure the publication of high-quality, reliable, and impactful research. Our peer review guidelines are as follows:

  1. Expertise and Knowledge:
    • Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and knowledge in the specific topic of the manuscript. They should possess a deep understanding of the subject matter and the context in which the research is conducted. This ensures that the evaluation is thorough and informed by the latest developments in the field.
  2. Field-Specific Review:
    • Reviewers only accept manuscripts that fall within their area of expertise. This specialization guarantees that the manuscript is assessed by someone with the relevant background and experience, which helps maintain the integrity and quality of the review process.
  3. Timely Completion:
    • Reviewers must adhere to the deadlines set for the review process. Timely reviews are critical to the efficient functioning of the journal, allowing for the prompt publication of accepted manuscripts. Reviewers are expected to communicate any potential delays as soon as possible to the editorial team.
  4. Confidentiality:
    • Reviewers are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding the existence and content of the manuscripts they review. This includes not discussing the manuscript with anyone outside the review process and not using any information from the manuscript for personal or professional gain.
  5. Avoidance of Conflicts of Interest:
    • Reviewers must avoid any conflicts of interest that could affect their impartiality. If a reviewer has any personal, financial, or professional involvement with the manuscript or its authors that could bias their review, they must decline to review the manuscript. This ensures that the review process remains fair and unbiased.

Detailed Peer Review Steps:

  1. Manuscript Submission:
    • Authors submit their manuscripts through the journal's submission system, following the guidelines provided.
  2. Initial Assessment by Editors:
    • The editorial team conducts an initial assessment to ensure that the manuscript fits within the scope of the journal and meets the basic requirements.
  3. Reviewer Selection:
    • Suitable reviewers are identified and invited based on their expertise and the subject matter of the manuscript. Potential conflicts of interest are considered during this selection process.
  4. Review Process:
    • Reviewers conduct a thorough evaluation of the manuscript, assessing its originality, significance, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field. They provide detailed comments and constructive feedback to help improve the manuscript.
  5. Review Reports:
    • Reviewers submit their reports, recommending one of the following actions: accept, minor revisions, major revisions, or reject. These recommendations are based on their assessment of the manuscript's quality and relevance.
  6. Editorial Decision:
    • The editorial team reviews the reports and makes a decision on the manuscript. Authors are then notified of the decision and provided with the reviewers’ comments to guide any required revisions.
  7. Revisions:
    • If revisions are needed, authors revise their manuscripts according to the feedback received and resubmit them for further review. This process may involve multiple rounds of review until the manuscript meets the journal’s standards.
  8. Final Decision:
    • Once the manuscript is deemed acceptable, the final decision to publish is made, and the manuscript moves to the production phase.

By adhering to these rigorous peer review guidelines, Jurnal Pajak Indonesia ensures the publication of high-quality, impactful research that advances knowledge in the field of taxation.