Frequently asked questions for authors at Potroput (পত্রপুট)
Potroput (পত্রপুট) publishes original research articles, review articles, case studies, and short communications across all academic disciplines including Science & Technology, Social Sciences, Humanities, Engineering, Business, and Education.
The journal is published quarterly. Articles are published online as soon as they are accepted and processed.
Yes, Potroput (পত্রপুট) is an open access journal. All articles are freely available to readers worldwide immediately upon publication.
The primary language of publication is English. However, we also consider submissions in other languages with prior approval from the editorial board.
You can submit your manuscript through our online submission system. First, register as an author, then log in and follow the submission steps. You'll need to upload your manuscript file, figures, tables, and a cover letter.
We accept manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx) and LaTeX formats. Figures should be in high-resolution JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format. Tables should be in Word format or as separate Excel files.
Articles should be between 3,000 and 8,000 words, including references, tables, and figures. Review articles may be longer with prior approval from the editor.
Yes, a cover letter is required. It should explain the significance of your research, state that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere, and confirm that all authors have approved the submission.
No, we only accept original work that has not been published elsewhere. If parts of the work have been presented at conferences, please disclose this in your cover letter.
We use double-blind peer review. Both the authors and reviewers are anonymous to each other to ensure unbiased evaluation.
The initial editorial screening takes 2-3 business days. The peer review process typically takes 2-3 weeks. The total time from submission to first decision is approximately 2-4 weeks.
Each manuscript is reviewed by at least 2-3 expert reviewers in the relevant field. Additional reviewers may be consulted if needed.
The possible decisions are: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject. You will receive detailed feedback from the reviewers with each decision.
After acceptance, your manuscript is copyedited, typeset, and published online within 4-6 weeks. The timeline may vary depending on the volume of accepted manuscripts.
Yes, all published articles are indexed in major databases including Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and other relevant indexing services.
Yes, authors retain copyright to their work. We publish under Creative Commons licenses that allow authors to retain ownership while permitting open access distribution.
Yes, you can share your published article on personal websites, institutional repositories, social media, and academic networks. Proper attribution to the journal is required.
We have a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software. Any detected plagiarism will result in immediate rejection.
Authors must have made substantial contributions to the research, drafted or revised the manuscript, approved the final version, and agree to be accountable for the work.
Yes, all authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest, including financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence the research.
Contact the editorial office immediately. Depending on the nature of the error, we may publish a correction, erratum, or in serious cases, a retraction.
Use 12pt Times New Roman or Arial font, double-spacing, and 1-inch margins. Follow APA 7th edition style for citations and references.
Figures should be high-resolution (300 dpi) in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format. Tables should be included in the manuscript file. All figures and tables must have clear captions.
We follow APA (American Psychological Association) 7th edition style for all citations and references.
Yes, supplementary materials such as questionnaires, raw data, videos, or additional figures can be submitted as separate files.
No, there are no submission fees. You can submit your manuscript without any charges.
APCs cover the costs of publishing, including peer review management, copyediting, typesetting, and archiving. The current APC is $500 USD. Please check our website for the most current fee structure.
Yes, we offer full waivers for authors from low-income countries and 50% discounts for reviewers who have completed at least three reviews. Please contact us for more information.
APCs are due after manuscript acceptance, before publication. An invoice will be sent to the corresponding author with payment instructions.
You can contact us by email at editorvep@gmail.com or by phone at +91-9046531054. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST.
For questions about your submission, please contact the editorial office at editorvep@gmail.com. Provide your manuscript ID for faster processing.
Yes, you can request a status update by emailing the editorial office. Please allow at least 2 weeks after submission before requesting a status update.
Our editorial team is here to help. Contact us for any additional questions about author guidelines and submissions.
