Plagiarism Policy
The International Journal of Research and Development in Engineering Sciences (IJRDES) e-ISSN: 2852 - 4201 is a multidisciplinary double-blind Peer-Reviewed Research Open Access Journal maintaining academic honesty and integrity is of utmost importance. We are committed to publishing original research and expect all submitted manuscripts to be the authors' own intellectual contributions. Plagiarism, in any form, is strictly prohibited and considered a serious breach of publication ethics.
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to:
Copying text, ideas, images, or data from another source without proper citation.
Reproducing large portions of one’s own previously published work (self-plagiarism) without appropriate referencing.
Submitting work that closely resembles another author’s work, even if paraphrased, without acknowledgment.
Using AI-generated content or translation tools without transparency or appropriate review and verification.
All sources must be properly cited, and quotations must be clearly marked. Even when information is paraphrased, the original author must be credited.
The International Journal of Research and Development in Engineering Sciences (IJRDES) e-ISSN: 2852 - 4201 is multidisciplinary double-blind Peer-Reviewed Research Open Access Journal maintains a strict policy against plagiarism and is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity. Plagiarism whether intentional or unintentional is a serious ethical violation and undermines the credibility of scholarly communication. It is defined as the act of using someone else’s words, ideas, data, figures, or other intellectual property without proper acknowledgment or permission, presenting them as one’s own.
All submissions to IJRDES must be the original work of the authors and must not have been previously published or simultaneously submitted to other journals or conferences. Proper citation and referencing of all sources, including text, tables, figures, and multimedia content, is mandatory. Manuscripts are routinely screened for plagiarism using reliable plagiarism detection software (e.g., iThenticate, Turnitin) before they are sent for peer review. Any overlap above acceptable thresholds (typically more than 15-20%, excluding references and commonly used phrases) will trigger further investigation.
If plagiarism is detected during the review or after publication, the editorial team will take appropriate action based on the severity of the misconduct. This may include:
Self-plagiarism (reuse of one's own previously published work without citation) is also considered unethical and unacceptable unless clearly indicated and justified, such as in methods or literature review sections with proper cross-referencing. By submitting a manuscript to IJRDES, authors confirm that the content is free from plagiarism, that all sources are properly credited, and that the work is an original contribution to the field. The journal reserves the right to revise this policy as necessary and encourages authors, reviewers, and editors to report any suspected cases of plagiarism promptly.
To uphold publication integrity, every manuscript submitted to IJRDES undergoes a plagiarism check using reliable software tools such as Turnitin, iThenticate, or other industry-standard detection systems. Manuscripts with similarity indexes higher than 15–20% (excluding references and standard phrases) may be returned to the authors for revision or rejected outright, depending on the extent and nature of the overlap.
If plagiarism is detected at any stage—pre- or post-publication—the following actions will be taken based on severity:
If plagiarism is discovered after publication, the article will be formally retracted, and a retraction notice will be issued online and in the next available issue of the journal.
By submitting to IJRDES , authors affirm that their work complies with this plagiarism and publication policy. The editorial board reserves the right to revise this policy as needed to ensure the continued ethical integrity of the publication.
At IJRDES, we are committed to respecting and protecting the intellectual property rights of authors, while ensuring broad dissemination and responsible use of published content. Our copyright policy is designed to balance the rights of authors with the needs of the academic community for access and reuse of scholarly materials.
Authors retain the copyright of their published work. Upon acceptance of the manuscript, authors are required to grant IJRDES a non-exclusive licence to publish, reproduce, distribute, and archive the article in print and electronic formats, and to make it available through various indexing and abstracting services.
This means authors maintain the right to:
All articles published under Open Access are made available under a Creative Commons license, typically CC BY 4.0 (Attribution). This licence allows others to copy, redistribute, remix, transform, and build upon the work for any purpose, even commercially, as long as proper credit is given to the original author(s) and source. Alternative licences (e.g., CC BY-NC-SA) may be available, depending on the journal’s policy or the author's preference.
If a submitted manuscript includes material (e.g., figures, tables, illustrations) that is copyrighted by a third party, authors must obtain written permission for reuse and properly acknowledge the source. The journal cannot publish such content without clear evidence of permission from the copyright holder.
By granting a licence to publish, authors authorize IJRDES to:
If copyright infringement is discovered—either by or against the journal, the editorial office will investigate the issue in accordance with ethical publishing standards. Proven cases may lead to retraction, corrections, or legal action as necessary.
At IJRDES, we are committed to operating in full compliance with applicable international laws and academic publishing standards. Our Legal and Judiciary Policy establishes the framework for handling legal responsibilities, intellectual property disputes, author rights, third-party claims, and ethical conflicts that may arise during the publication process. This policy is intended to protect the interests of authors, reviewers, editors, and the journal as a whole.
All activities related to manuscript submission, peer review, publication, and distribution are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, including but not limited to Intellectual Property Law, Data Protection and Privacy Laws (e.g., GDPR), Copyright and Licensing Regulations, Defamation and Libel Law. The journal also follows the ethical publishing guidelines of recognized organizations such as COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).
Any legal matters, including disputes or claims arising from or in connection with publication in International Journal of Research and Development in Engineering Sciences (IJRDES) e-ISSN: 2852 - 4201, shall be governed by the laws of the country or region where the journal is registered or published. Unless otherwise agreed, the jurisdiction for all legal proceedings will be Jurisdiction, under the courts of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India Only and The disrepute or issue final decision taken by Editor-in-chief Only at any case.
In the event of a dispute involving authors, editors, reviewers, or third parties, the journal encourages resolution through direct communication and internal mediation. If informal mediation fails, the matter may be escalated to a formal legal process, following local or international jurisdiction laws. Issues related to copyright violations, plagiarism, authorship disputes, or unethical publication practices will be handled according to COPE's recommended procedures.
The journal respects the legal rights of authors and copyright holders. Authors are required to affirm that their submissions are original, do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others, and are free from legal encumbrances. Authors must secure necessary permissions for any third-party material used in their work and take full responsibility for any claims arising from copyright infringement.
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and integrity of published content, IJRDES and its editorial board disclaim responsibility for errors, omissions, or any legal consequences arising from the use of content. The views expressed in published papers are solely those of the authors and do not represent the opinions of the journal or its publishers.
If legal issues are discovered post-publication—such as fraud, copyright violation, or defamatory content—the editorial board reserves the right to take corrective action. This may include issuing retraction notices, corrections, or formal apologies, depending on the situation. Legal notices received by the journal will be reviewed by the publisher’s legal advisors before any action is taken.
All contributors must comply with the ethical and legal standards required for academic publishing. This includes adherence to research ethics, informed consent (where applicable), and lawful data handling practices. Misrepresentation, manipulation of findings, or unauthorized sharing of confidential data may result in sanctions or legal action.
The Legal & Judiciary Policy of IJRDES serves to protect the rights and responsibilities of all participants in the scholarly publishing process. By submitting to and engaging with the journal, all parties agree to abide by these legal and ethical standards.
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