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These Terms & Conditions govern the use of the Pakistan Journal of Scientific & Industrial Research (PJSIR), Karachi (“we”, “us”, “our”) website and services available at https://pjsir.org. By accessing, submitting a manuscript, registering as an author/reviewer, or making any payment on our website, you agree to the following terms.
1. Purpose of the Website
PJSIR provides an online platform for manuscript submission, peer review, publication services, and digital access to research articles. The website is intended for academic, research, and professional use only.
2. User Accounts & Registration
Subscribers, Authors, reviewers, and editors must create an account to use OJS3 features. You are responsible for providing accurate information, protecting your login credentials, and ensuring all submission data is correct. We may disable or delete accounts that violate policies.
3. Manuscript Submission Requirements
By submitting a manuscript, you confirm the work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere (unless allowed). All co-authors must consent. Editorial staff may reject or return submissions at any stage. We may use plagiarism detection tools.
4. Peer Review & Editorial Rights
PJSIR follows a standard peer review process. The editorial board may decline, revise, or accept manuscripts at its discretion. Review decisions are final and timelines may vary.
5. Subscription, Publication Charges / Article Processing Fees (APC)
If APC or Subscription/publication fees apply, charges will be clearly stated before payment. Payment does not guarantee acceptance. Fees is non-refundable in accordance with the Refund Policy.
6. Payments & Security
All transactions are processed via secure, PCI-DSS–compliant payment gateways. We do not store or process credit/debit card information. Payment confirmations are sent to the registered email.
7. Access to Published Content
Published articles are provided digitally under the journal’s access policy (Open Access / Subscription / Hybrid). Users may download and cite content according to the applicable license. Unauthorized commercial use is prohibited.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
All website content, journal articles, design elements, and data are the property of PJSIR or respective authors. Reproduction or redistribution without permission is prohibited unless permitted by an open-access license.
9. Prohibited Activities
You may not attempt to breach security, upload harmful files, misrepresent identity, abuse peer review, or use content for illegal purposes. Violations may result in suspension or legal action.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
Services are provided “as is” without warranties. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free functionality, or specific publication timelines. Manuscript acceptance is not guaranteed.
11. Limitation of Liability
PJSIR is not liable for losses due to delays, data loss, payment gateway issues, or any damages arising from website use or inability to use services.
12. External Links
Our website may contain external links. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or any associated risks. Users should review third-party terms independently.
13. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Revised terms will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance.
14. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Pakistan. Any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of the Courts of Karachi, Sindh.
15. Contact Information
For questions regarding these terms, contact:
Email: info@pjsir.org
Address: PCSIR Scientific Information Centre, PCSIR Laboratories Campus, Shahrah-e-Dr. Salimuzzaman Siddiqui, Karachi-75280, Pakistan.
Tel: (92-21) 9926-1914, (92-21) 9926-1916, (92-21) 9926-1949