FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are some of the most frequently asked questions along with their answers:

Q: When does JUTIF publish articles?
A: JUTIF publishes articles every two months: February, April, June, August, October, and December. Publications are typically released between the 22nd and 28th of those months.

Q: Is JUTIF currently accepting submissions?
A: Yes, JUTIF accepts submissions year-round. Please submit your manuscript via the “Make a Submission” menu at the top-right corner of the JUTIF website.

Q: What is JUTIF’s SINTA accreditation level?
A: JUTIF has been accredited at SINTA 2 from the June 2023 edition through February 2028.

Q: Is there official proof of JUTIF’s SINTA 2 accreditation?
A: Yes, you can verify it via the Arjuna portal:

Q: How do I submit a manuscript to JUTIF?
A: Follow these steps:
a. Register an account (top-right menu)
b. Log in
c. Click “Submit New Submission”
d. Complete all required steps until submission is finalized

Q: What is a “Selected Paper”?
A: A Selected Paper refers to a submission with at least one author having affiliations from two different countries and written in English. These papers are fast-tracked and prioritized for publication in the nearest issue. More details:
https://jutif.if.unsoed.ac.id/index.php/jurnal/announcement/view/7

Q: Does JUTIF offer a fast-track review process? How long does it take and what are the fees?
A: Yes, JUTIF offers three submission tracks:

  • Normal Track:
    Review time: ± 3–8 weeks
    Publication: Based on regular quota order
    Fee: IDR 1,500,000 (including publication)

  • Fast-Track:
    Review time: ± 1–2 weeks
    Publication: Based on fast-track quota
    Fee: IDR 2,500,000 (including publication)

  • Selected Paper:
    Review time: ± 1–2 weeks
    Publication: In the nearest issue

Q: Do these fees include publication costs?
A: Yes, all listed fees already include publication costs. There are no additional charges.

Q: If I submit now using fast-track for an issue scheduled four months later, when will my paper be processed?
A: Your paper will be processed immediately after submission, even if it is scheduled for publication in a later issue.

Q: If my paper is accepted this month but published later, can I receive the LoA now?
A: Yes. The Letter of Acceptance (LoA) is issued within 1–5 days after acceptance, regardless of the publication schedule.

Q: What is the paper processing workflow in JUTIF and how long does it take to receive the LoA?
A:

Step Process Timeframe
1 Submission by author Depends on author
2 Editor pre-review 1–3 days
3 Reviewer evaluation 1–2 weeks (Fast-track) / 3–8 weeks (Normal)
4 Editorial decision 1–3 days
5 Revision by author (if needed) Depends on author
6 Final editorial check & acceptance 1–3 days
7 Payment (Normal track only) Depends on author
8 LoA issuance 1–5 days
9 Proofreading & layout until publication Based on publication schedule

LoA is issued at Step 8 after acceptance. Even if publication is scheduled later (e.g., December 2025), the LoA will still be issued within 1–5 days after acceptance.

Q: How do I apply for the fast-track option?
A:

  1. Submit your manuscript via the website

  2. Contact jutif.ft@unsoed.ac.id

  3. Inform your intention to use fast-track and include your paper title

  4. Editor conducts pre-review

  5. If approved, payment instructions will be provided

  6. Confirm payment via WhatsApp/Telegram

  7. Your paper enters the fast-track process

Q: If I have paid for fast-track, can my paper still be rejected? Is the fee refundable?
A:
Yes, rejection is still possible based on reviewer feedback. However:

  • Payment is only requested after the paper passes initial scope screening

  • If the paper is rejected after review, the fee will be refunded

Q: How can I check whether my topic fits JUTIF’s scope?
A: You can review:

  1. Previously published articles:
    https://jutif.if.unsoed.ac.id/index.php/jurnal/search

  2. JUTIF’s Focus and Scope:
    https://jutif.if.unsoed.ac.id/index.php/jurnal/about

Q: Why was my paper rejected even though it follows the format and scope?
A: JUTIF receives over 100 submissions per month but only publishes around 25 articles per issue. Due to this limitation, the editorial team applies strict selection criteria. Papers may be rejected due to:

  • Insufficient discussion or experimentation

  • Weak references

  • Incomplete methodology

  • Limited contribution

  • Lack of depth in analysis

This does not necessarily mean the paper is poor quality; it may still be suitable for other journals.

Q: Is there an email contact for JUTIF?
A: Yes, you can contact JUTIF via email at:
jutif.ft@unsoed.ac.id