Our Review Process
Cithara employs a rigorous peer review process to ensure the highest standards of academic quality. All submissions undergo careful evaluation by experts in the relevant field.
Submission Received
Your manuscript is received and assigned a unique Paper ID. You'll receive confirmation with login credentials.
ImmediateInitial Screening
The editorial team checks for scope fit, basic requirements, and obvious issues (plagiarism, formatting).
1-3 daysPeer Review
Qualified reviewers evaluate your manuscript for originality, methodology, significance, and scholarly merit.
7-14 daysEditorial Decision
Based on reviewer recommendations, the editor makes a decision: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
2-3 daysAuthor Notification
You receive a detailed review report with the decision and constructive feedback from reviewers.
Within 21 days totalRevision (if required)
If revisions are requested, you have the opportunity to address reviewer comments and resubmit.
Author-dependentFinal Acceptance & Publication
Upon acceptance, submit your final version and payment. Your paper is published with DOI.
5-7 days after paymentEvaluation Criteria
Reviewers assess manuscripts based on the following criteria:
📚 Originality
Does the work make a novel contribution to the field?
🎯 Significance
How important is this research to the scholarly community?
📐 Methodology
Is the approach sound and appropriate for the research questions?
✍️ Clarity
Is the argument clearly presented and well-organized?
📖 Literature Review
Does the work engage adequately with existing scholarship?
🔍 Evidence
Are claims supported by appropriate evidence and analysis?
Ethical Standards
Cithara adheres to the highest ethical standards in academic publishing:
- Confidentiality: All submissions are treated confidentially
- Objectivity: Reviews are conducted without personal bias
- Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any conflicts
- Plagiarism: Zero tolerance for academic misconduct
- Timely Review: We respect authors' time with prompt decisions