Peer Review & Publication Process

Peer Review Policy

Ulūm al-Sunnah follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure high academic and ethical standards. Both authors’ and reviewers’ identities remain anonymous throughout the process.

1. Initial Screening: Each submission is first reviewed by the Editorial Committee to confirm its relevance, originality, and adherence to the journal’s scope and guidelines.

2. External Review: Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to two independent national reviewers who are experts in the relevant field.

3. Evaluation: Reviewers assess the paper’s academic quality, originality, research methodology, and contribution to Islamic knowledge.

4. Decision: Based on reviewers’ feedback, the Editor-in-Chief decides whether to accept, revise, or reject the manuscript.

All reviews are conducted confidentially and objectively, with no conflict of interest. The journal strictly follows ethical standards of COPE and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

Publication Workflow Process

Ulūm al-Sunnah follows a structured workflow to ensure timely, high-quality publication. The journal is biannual, publishing two regular issues each year: the first issue from January to June, and the second from July to December. Special issues may also be published with the approval of the Chief Editor.

Average manuscript processing timeline:
1. Desk/Editorial Review: 3–5 days
2. Double-blind Peer Review: 7–25 days by two independent national reviewers
3. Finalizing Copy and Publication: 3–5 days

All accepted articles are published online first as soon as the final version is ready, followed by inclusion in the next scheduled issue. The journal ensures timely and regular publication according to its announced schedule.