Refund Policy

Pak Advances in Engineering Research is committed to maintaining transparency and fairness throughout its publication process. While the journal primarily operates under an open-access model, there may be instances where authors request a refund for publication-related fees. This policy outlines the conditions under which refunds may be considered.

Key Aspects of the Refund Policy:

Publication Fees:

  • Pak Advances in Engineering Research may charge Article Processing Charges (APC) for accepted manuscripts to cover the costs of editing, peer review, typesetting, and publishing.

  • Authors will be clearly informed of any applicable fees before submission, and the fee structure will be outlined during the submission process.

Refund Eligibility:

  1. Before Acceptance: If a manuscript is withdrawn before being accepted (i.e., before peer review begins), any publication fees paid will be refunded in full, minus any applicable administrative charges.

  2. After Acceptance but Before Publication: If a manuscript is accepted and the author requests withdrawal before publication, a partial refund may be considered. The refund amount will depend on the stage of the production process (e.g., editorial work or copyediting already completed).

  3. After Publication: Once an article has been published, no refunds will be issued, as the article becomes part of the permanent, publicly accessible archive of the journal.

Non-Refundable Fees:

  • Fees for expedited services, special requests, or additional editorial services that have already been rendered are non-refundable.

  • No refunds will be provided if a manuscript is rejected due to ethical violations, plagiarism, or failure to meet the journal’s standards.

Request for Refund:

  • To request a refund, authors must submit a formal written request to the editorial team, including the manuscript ID, title, and the reason for withdrawal.

  • Refund requests will be reviewed by the editorial team, and the decision will be based on the stage of the publication process.

Processing Time for Refunds:

  • Once approved, refund requests are typically processed within 4-6 weeks, depending on the payment method and the complexity of the request.

  • Refunds will be processed using the same method of payment used for the original transaction.

Exceptional Circumstances:

  • In cases of exceptional circumstances, such as errors made by the journal or failure to meet expected timelines, a full or partial refund may be considered.

  • Refunds in these cases will be handled on a case-by-case basis, and the author will be informed of the decision.

Impact on Future Submissions:

  • Authors who withdraw manuscripts after acceptance may experience delays in future submissions, particularly if the withdrawal occurs without a valid reason or after significant editorial work has been completed.

Conclusion:

This refund policy ensures that Pak Advances in Engineering Research operates with transparency, offering fair treatment to authors while maintaining the integrity of the journal's publishing process. Our goal is to provide a smooth and professional experience for authors throughout the submission, peer review, and publication stages.