Submission

Guidelines for Authors:

Thank you for choosing TJCP to publish your research.  Before  starting your submission, carefully read the following policy section. Create your account by clicking on Register. Then go to submission and  submit your manuscript. Please mention your Article Type of the following:  Original Research Article, Review Article, Case Study, and Book Review 

  1. Word Count: All submissions should have a minimum word count of 3000-5000
  2. Reference Style: Please adhere to the APA (American Psychological Association) reference style for citations and references.
  3. Formatting Requirements: Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format. Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size. Double-spaced throughout.
  4. Contact Information: Include the full name, affiliation, and contact details of the corresponding author. Provide a brief author biography. Use institutional email address.
  5. Abstract: Include a structured abstract of 200 words summarizing the key aspects of the research (for original research articles).
  6. Keywords: Include a list of 3-10 keywords that best represent the content of the research.
  7. Figures and Tables: Ensure that all figures and tables are clear, labelled, and cited in the references.
  8. Acknowledgments: If applicable, include any acknowledgments at the end of the manuscript.
  9. Reviewers: Please provide the names, contact numbers, and organizational email IDs of two potential reviewers.
  10. Ethical Considerations: Authors must affirm that the research complies with ethical standards and guidelines.
  11. Plagiarism Check: Submissions will undergo a plagiarism Ensure that the work is original and properly cited.
  12. Submission Process: Manuscripts should be submitted electronically through the online submission system.
  13. Review Process: The review process will follow a double-blind peer-review
  14. Acceptance Notification: Authors will be notified of the acceptance status, and feedback will be provided after the review process.
  15. Publication Rights: Authors should confirm that the submitted work is original, and they have the right to publish the content.
  16. Article Processing Fee is 30,000 PKR that will be submitted by author once review process is complete and article is considered for publication in the journal. Fee will be deposited in the following bank account.
  17. Account Title: Muhammad Azeem Farooqi Account #: 025901066641 Bank: HBL, if faced any problems during deposit, please reach out at following email.
  1. Editorial Office Contact: Email: tjcp@aec.org.pk

Phone: +92 51 8893092, Mobile and Whatsapp: +92 312 5892959

Important Note: Authors are encouraged to carefully review the guidelines before submitting their manuscripts to facilitate a smooth and efficient review process.

  1. Paper Submission Period: Authors are provided a submission window of three weeks from the date of advertisement to submit their manuscripts to TJCP.
  2. Article Review Timeline: Reviewers are contacted via email and asked to confirm their willingness to review articles within five working days. Once they accept the invitation, articles are sent to them for review, and they are expected to complete their review within seven working days. Please note that timelines may be adjusted in response to unforeseen circumstances on the reviewers' end.
  3. Article Acceptance Process: The entire acceptance process typically takes three months. This includes a thorough review by the editorial team, followed by peer review, revisions requested from the author, final editing, and acceptance.
  4. Article Publication:  Issue is published two times in a year,first issue in June and second in  December.This timeframe allows for additional review, editing, design, and the publication process to ensure the quality and accuracy of published articles.
  1. Publication Issue Timelines: TJCP is a bi-annual journal, with one issue published from January to June and the second issue from July to December. Ideally, issues are published in June and December, aligning with the end of each publication period.
  2. Publication Process Steps: From the date of receipt of a research article to its publication, the process involves careful review by the editorial team, peer review, revisions as needed, final editing, design, and publication.
  3. Article Processing Fee: The Journal of Cultural Perspectives (TJCP) charges an article processing fee/publication fee of 30,000 PKR (Pakistani Rupees) for accepted manuscripts. This fee helps support the publication process, including manuscript handling, peer review, editing, production, and online hosting, ensuring the quality and accessibility of published research.

Waiver Policy: TJCP recognizes that authors may face financial constraints that make it difficult to cover publication fees. As part of our commitment to promoting equitable access to scholarly publishing, we offer waivers of the article processing fee/publication fee on a case-by-case basis. Authors experiencing financial hardship or from institutions with limited funding may request a waiver by contacting the editorial office of TJCP.

The Journal of Cultural Perspectives (TJCP) adheres to a rigorous double blind peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the scholarly research published in the journal. The following peer review policy outlines the procedures and criteria employed in the evaluation of submitted manuscripts:

Double Blind Peer Review:

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. This process ensures anonymity for both authors and reviewers, thereby maintaining impartiality and objectivity in the evaluation of manuscripts. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and experience in the relevant field of study.

Selection of Reviewers:

Reviewers are chosen based on their expertise in the subject matter addressed in the manuscript. They may include scholars, researchers, and practitioners with a strong background in cultural studies, social sciences, humanities, or related disciplines.

Evaluation Criteria:

Reviewers assess manuscripts based on criteria such as originality, significance, methodology, theoretical framework, clarity of presentation, and contribution to the field. Manuscripts are evaluated for their scholarly merit, relevance to the journal's scope, and potential impact on the advancement of cultural studies.

Feedback and Recommendations:

Reviewers provide constructive feedback, comments, and recommendations to authors to improve the quality and clarity of their manuscripts. Authors are encouraged to address reviewers' comments and revise their manuscripts accordingly.

Editorial Decision:

Following the peer review process, the editorial board makes final decisions regarding the acceptance, revision, or rejection of manuscripts. Authors are notified of the editorial decision along with feedback from reviewers.

Confidentiality and Integrity:

TJCP maintains confidentiality throughout the peer review process to protect the anonymity of authors and reviewers. Reviewers are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in evaluating manuscript.