Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to Alfikr: Journal of Islamic Studies undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and academic integrity of each published article.

1. Initial Screening

Every submitted manuscript is first evaluated by the Editor-in-Chief or Section Editor to determine its relevance to the journal’s focus and scope, as well as compliance with the journal’s author guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be returned to the author for revision or rejected without external review.

2. Double-Blind Review

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers. Both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous throughout the review process to ensure impartiality and objectivity.

3. Review Criteria

Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on the following aspects:

  • Originality and contribution to the field of Islamic Studies

  • Theoretical and methodological soundness

  • Clarity of presentation and logical coherence

  • Accuracy of data analysis and interpretation

  • Relevance to the aims and scope of the journal

4. Review Outcomes

After review, the manuscript will receive one of the following decisions:

  1. Accepted without revision

  2. Accepted with minor revisions

  3. Revisions required for re-evaluation

  4. Rejected

Authors will be informed of the reviewers’ comments and recommendations. If revisions are required, authors should submit the revised version within the specified time frame.

5. Final Decision

The final decision regarding publication rests with the Editor-in-Chief, based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the journal’s editorial policy.

6. Review Timeline

The peer review process typically takes between 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the responsiveness of reviewers and the quality of the submission.