IJRDO - Journal of Mathematics follows a peer review system to maintain the quality, clarity, and accuracy of published work. All manuscripts are reviewed by experts in the field prior to acceptance. This ensures that the journal upholds its academic rigour, while offering timely and fair evaluation.

Type of Review

The journal utilises a double-blind review process.

• Authors are not aware of reviewers' identities
• Authors are anonymous to reviewers

This helps ensure fair and objective reviews.

Initial Editorial Screening

Once submitted, manuscripts are editorially screened to ensure they:

• Appropriate for the journal
• Basic structure and clarity
• Originality of the content
• Compliance with submission guidelines

Submissions that fail to comply might be rejected or returned here.

Reviewer Assignment

Those that make the initial cut are passed on to appropriate reviewers who are experts in the particular field of mathematics. The particular subject matter and complexity may determine the number of reviewers.

Evaluation Criteria

The reviewers consider:

• Original contribution to mathematics
• Validity of the proofs and results
• Clarity of presentation and notation
• Logical structure and reasoning
• Relevance to the field

Comments are given to support the editorial decision.

Editorial Decision

The editorial team comes up with one of the following decisions in light of the reviewer reports:

• Accept the manuscript
• Accept with minor revisions
• Request major revisions
• Reject the manuscript

Authors are provided with reviewer feedback, if applicable.

Revision Process

If asked to make revisions, authors should:

• Address all reviewer comments carefully
• Return a revised manuscript within the specified deadline
• Clearly indicate changes made

Manuscripts may be subject to a second review.

Final Acceptance and Publication

When the manuscript is ready, it is accepted for publication. The manuscript will then be typeseted and added to a forthcoming issue.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality of manuscripts. The journal ensures that:

• Manuscripts are only discussed with reviewers and editors
• Data is not shared with others

Review Timeline

The journal seeks to publish the review process in a timely. The review process may take a different time depending on:

• Reviewer availability
• Nature of revisions required
• Complexity of the manuscript

No undue delays are introduced.

Commitment

IJRDO - Journal of Mathematics follows a fair, transparent, and consistent peer review process. The journal guarantees that manuscripts are reviewed for academic excellence, accuracy, and originality in the field of mathematics.