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Inclusion Criteria for Indonesian Journal Indexing (IJI)

To uphold the quality and credibility of indexed publications, Indonesian Journal Indexing (IJI) has established a comprehensive set of evaluation criteria. These standards are designed to maintain the integrity of scholarly work and foster trust among researchers, academics, and institutions at national and international levels.

1. General Requirements

  • Scope and Relevance: The journal must have a clearly defined scope that addresses important topics within its discipline.

  • Originality and Contribution: Articles should be original, demonstrate scholarly rigor, and contribute meaningfully to academic discourse.

2. Editorial Standards

  • Editorial Board: The journal must be supported by a qualified and diverse editorial team consisting of recognized experts in the relevant field.

  • Peer Review: A transparent and rigorous peer review system must be implemented to ensure publication quality.

  • Ethical Publishing: Adherence to ethical publishing practices, including COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines, is mandatory.

3. Publication Practices

  • Regularity: The journal should publish on a consistent and declared schedule.

  • Accessibility: Articles must be accessible either through open access or subscription-based models.

  • Digital Presence: A professionally maintained website is required, offering clear information on editorial policies, author guidelines, and article access.

4. Technical Standards

  • ISSN Registration: A valid International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is required.

  • DOI Assignment: Each article should be assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to ensure stable referencing.

  • Digital Archiving: The journal must have a reliable digital preservation strategy (e.g., LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, or institutional repositories).

5. Research Impact

  • Indexing in Other Databases: Previous inclusion in reputable indexing databases (e.g., Scopus, Web of Science) will strengthen the application.

  • Citation Performance: Evidence of research impact through citations or other measurable indicators is encouraged.

6. Language and Accessibility

  • Language: Journals may publish in any language, but English abstracts are required to improve discoverability.

  • Format: Articles must be available in user-friendly digital formats such as PDF or HTML.

7. Transparency and Accountability

  • Publication Charges: Information on any article processing charges (APCs) must be clearly stated.

  • Conflict of Interest: Policies must exist to manage conflicts of interest among authors, editors, and reviewers.

  • Complaint Handling: A clear mechanism must be in place to handle complaints and ethical concerns raised by stakeholders.

Submission Process

Journals seeking inclusion in Indonesian Journal Indexing (IJI) are required to submit a formal application detailing compliance with the above criteria. The IJI evaluation committee will review submissions and make decisions based on established guidelines.

By enforcing these standards, IJI aims to promote excellence in academic publishing and support the global dissemination of trusted research.