Paper Submission

PAPER SUBMISSION

Journal of Computation Science and Artificial Intelligence (JCSAI)
Publisher: PT Berkah Digital Teknologi

1. Submission Overview

The Journal of Computation Science and Artificial Intelligence, hereafter referred to as JCSAI, accepts original scholarly manuscripts in the fields covered by the journal’s aims and scope.

All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the official JCSAI Online Journal System.

Official submission portal:

https://jcsai.xjurnal.com/index.php/journal/submission

Manuscripts submitted through personal email, messaging applications, social media, or other unofficial communication channels will not be processed as regular submissions.

Authors must register for an account and log in to the JCSAI submission system before submitting a manuscript.

Submission to JCSAI does not guarantee acceptance. All manuscripts are evaluated according to their relevance, originality, scientific contribution, methodological quality, ethical compliance, clarity, and peer-review results.

2. Registration and Login

Before submitting a manuscript, the corresponding author must:

  1. create an account on the JCSAI website;

  2. complete the required user profile;

  3. select the author role;

  4. provide an active email address;

  5. log in to the submission system; and

  6. start a new submission through the author dashboard.

Authors who already have an account should not create a duplicate account. They may use the password recovery facility when necessary.

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that the email address used in the submission system remains active throughout the editorial and publication process.

3. Use of the Official JCSAI Template

Authors must prepare their manuscripts using the latest official JCSAI manuscript template.

The official template can be obtained from the Author Guidelines or Template menu on the JCSAI website.

Authors must not use templates belonging to other journals, publishers, conferences, or institutions.

The manuscript must follow the JCSAI requirements regarding:

  • page size and margins;

  • article title;

  • author names and affiliations;

  • abstract and keywords;

  • heading structure;

  • tables and figures;

  • mathematical equations;

  • citations and references;

  • acknowledgments;

  • funding information;

  • conflict-of-interest declaration;

  • data availability statement; and

  • other required declarations.

Manuscripts that do not use the official template or do not follow the journal’s formatting requirements may be returned to the authors before editorial assessment.

4. Originality and Exclusive Submission

By submitting a manuscript to JCSAI, the authors confirm that:

  1. the manuscript is original;

  2. the manuscript has not previously been formally published in substantially the same form;

  3. the manuscript is not currently under consideration by another journal;

  4. the manuscript will not be submitted to another journal while it remains under consideration by JCSAI;

  5. all sources have been properly acknowledged;

  6. all reused materials have the required permission;

  7. the manuscript does not contain plagiarism, fabricated data, falsified data, or manipulated results; and

  8. all relevant previous publications based on the same study or dataset have been disclosed.

Submission of the same or substantially similar manuscript to more than one journal at the same time constitutes duplicate submission and may result in immediate rejection.

Preprints, theses, dissertations, conference papers, and repository versions must be disclosed during submission. Their existence does not automatically prevent consideration, provided that the submitted manuscript contains an appropriate scholarly contribution and does not violate copyright or duplicate-publication requirements.

An extended version of a conference paper may be considered when it contains substantial additional contributions, such as:

  • new data;

  • additional experiments;

  • improved methods;

  • expanded theoretical analysis;

  • comparative evaluation;

  • further validation; or

  • substantially developed discussion and implications.

The previous conference publication must be cited and disclosed in the cover letter.

5. Approval of All Authors

The corresponding author must ensure that:

  1. all listed authors have made an appropriate scholarly contribution;

  2. all authors have reviewed the submitted manuscript;

  3. all authors approve the submission;

  4. all authors agree with the order of authorship;

  5. all authors approve the corresponding author;

  6. all authors approve the declarations provided to the journal; and

  7. no eligible contributor has been excluded from authorship.

The journal does not permit:

  • honorary authorship;

  • gift authorship;

  • guest authorship;

  • ghost authorship;

  • purchased authorship;

  • authorship without substantial contribution; or

  • removal of eligible contributors.

Any request to add, remove, or rearrange authors after submission must be made in writing and must include:

  • a clear reason for the change;

  • written approval from all existing authors;

  • written approval from any author being added or removed; and

  • approval from the handling editor.

Authorship changes after acceptance will only be considered in exceptional circumstances.

6. Required Author Metadata

During online submission, authors must enter complete and accurate metadata for every author.

Required metadata includes:

  • full name;

  • institutional affiliation;

  • department or study program, where applicable;

  • institution;

  • city;

  • country;

  • active email address;

  • ORCID iD, where available;

  • author biography or area of expertise, when requested; and

  • corresponding-author designation.

Author names and affiliations entered in OJS must be identical to those presented in the manuscript.

Authors must not provide:

  • false affiliations;

  • inactive or fabricated email addresses;

  • misleading academic titles;

  • false ORCID identifiers;

  • unauthorized institutional identities; or

  • incomplete co-author information.

The title, abstract, keywords, references, and other required metadata must be entered accurately in the submission system.

Where the article is written in Indonesian, authors may be required to provide English-language metadata. Where the article is written in English, authors may be required to provide Indonesian-language metadata according to the journal’s current author guidelines.

Metadata errors may affect DOI registration, indexing, citations, author identification, and article discoverability. The corresponding author is responsible for checking the accuracy of all metadata before final submission.

7. Files Required for Submission

Authors must upload the files required for editorial assessment.

7.1 Main manuscript file

The main manuscript must:

  • use the official JCSAI template;

  • be submitted in an editable Microsoft Word format;

  • follow the journal’s structure and formatting;

  • contain no tracked changes or unresolved comments;

  • contain high-quality tables and figures;

  • include complete references; and

  • comply with the double-blind review requirements.

For double-blind review, the review manuscript should not contain information that directly reveals the identities of the authors.

Authors should remove:

  • author names;

  • author affiliations;

  • author email addresses;

  • acknowledgments identifying the authors;

  • personal biographies;

  • identifying document properties; and

  • other information that could reveal authorship.

Author identity information must still be entered completely in the OJS metadata.

7.2 Title page

When requested, a separate title-page file should contain:

  • article title;

  • full names of all authors;

  • author affiliations;

  • corresponding-author details;

  • ORCID identifiers;

  • author contribution statement;

  • funding statement;

  • conflict-of-interest declaration;

  • acknowledgments; and

  • other author-identifying information.

7.3 Cover letter

The cover letter should briefly explain:

  • the importance of the study;

  • the main contribution or novelty;

  • the relevance of the manuscript to JCSAI;

  • confirmation that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere;

  • disclosure of related publications or preprints;

  • disclosure of potential conflicts of interest; and

  • any special information the editor should consider.

7.4 Supplementary files

Authors should upload supplementary materials when relevant, including:

  • research instruments;

  • questionnaires;

  • datasets;

  • source code;

  • algorithms;

  • system documentation;

  • experimental protocols;

  • detailed statistical outputs;

  • additional tables or figures;

  • ethical approval documents;

  • informed-consent forms;

  • copyright permissions;

  • response-to-reviewer documents; and

  • other supporting materials.

Confidential documents should be clearly identified and should not be made publicly available unless the authors have provided permission and publication is ethically and legally appropriate.

7.5 Response to reviewers

For revised submissions, authors must upload a point-by-point response explaining:

  • each reviewer comment;

  • the authors’ response;

  • the location of each revision in the manuscript; and

  • the justification for any recommendation that was not followed.

The revised manuscript should clearly indicate changes when requested by the editor.

8. Submission Preparation Checklist

Before completing a submission, authors must confirm that:

  1. the manuscript is within the aims and scope of JCSAI;

  2. the manuscript uses the latest official JCSAI template;

  3. the manuscript is original;

  4. the manuscript has not been previously published in substantially the same form;

  5. the manuscript is not under consideration by another journal;

  6. all authors have approved the manuscript and its submission;

  7. the order and identity of all authors are correct;

  8. all author metadata has been entered completely;

  9. the manuscript has been anonymized for double-blind review;

  10. all sources have been cited properly;

  11. references include DOI or permanent links where available;

  12. tables and figures are readable and correctly numbered;

  13. permissions have been obtained for copyrighted material;

  14. funding sources have been disclosed;

  15. conflicts of interest have been declared;

  16. ethical approval and informed consent have been reported when applicable;

  17. data and code availability have been explained when relevant;

  18. generative AI use has been disclosed when required;

  19. related preprints, conference papers, theses, or publications have been disclosed; and

  20. all submitted information is accurate and can be verified.

Failure to satisfy the checklist may result in the manuscript being returned before editorial review.

9. Initial Administrative Screening

After submission, the editorial office conducts an administrative screening.

The screening may examine:

  • completeness of the submission;

  • use of the JCSAI template;

  • completeness of metadata;

  • authorship information;

  • anonymization of the manuscript;

  • quality of language and presentation;

  • presence of required declarations;

  • readability of tables and figures;

  • completeness of references;

  • ethical approval;

  • informed consent;

  • data availability;

  • copyright compliance; and

  • conformity with submission requirements.

A manuscript may be returned to the author for technical correction before it is assigned to an editor.

Administrative screening does not constitute acceptance and does not replace scientific assessment.

10. Similarity and Originality Screening

Submitted manuscripts may be examined using similarity-detection software and editorial assessment.

The similarity report is used as a screening tool. The journal does not determine plagiarism solely from a numerical similarity percentage.

Editors assess:

  • the source of the similarity;

  • the location of the overlapping text;

  • the extent of the overlap;

  • whether the source has been acknowledged;

  • whether quotation is appropriate;

  • whether the overlap involves methods, results, discussion, figures, data, or conclusions;

  • whether the overlap comes from the authors’ previous work; and

  • whether the overlap misrepresents the originality of the manuscript.

The journal may:

  • request clarification;

  • request revision;

  • return the manuscript for correction;

  • reject the manuscript;

  • investigate potential misconduct; or

  • contact relevant institutions or journals when necessary.

Authors must not attempt to evade similarity detection through:

  • replacing words without changing sentence structure;

  • inserting invisible characters;

  • converting text into images;

  • intentionally altering spelling;

  • manipulating file properties; or

  • using other deceptive techniques.

Attempts to manipulate similarity screening may be treated as publication misconduct.

11. Desk Review

Manuscripts that pass administrative screening are evaluated by the Editor-in-Chief or an assigned editor.

The desk review considers:

  • conformity with the aims and scope;

  • originality and contribution;

  • clarity of the research problem;

  • relevance of the literature;

  • appropriateness of the research method;

  • quality of data and analysis;

  • validity of the conclusions;

  • ethical compliance;

  • quality of language and presentation; and

  • suitability for external peer review.

A manuscript may be rejected without external review when it:

  • falls outside the journal’s scope;

  • lacks an identifiable scholarly contribution;

  • contains serious methodological weaknesses;

  • is primarily descriptive without adequate analysis;

  • does not comply with research ethics;

  • contains substantial plagiarism;

  • duplicates a previous publication;

  • is written or formatted below the minimum editorial standard;

  • contains unverifiable or unreliable information; or

  • otherwise does not meet JCSAI requirements.

A desk rejection is an editorial decision intended to prevent unnecessary delay for authors and reviewers.

12. Double-Blind Peer Review

Manuscripts that pass desk review are normally evaluated through a double-blind peer-review process.

Under double-blind review:

  • reviewers are not informed of the authors’ identities; and

  • authors are not informed of the reviewers’ identities.

Each manuscript should normally be evaluated by at least two qualified reviewers with relevant expertise.

Reviewers assess matters including:

  • originality;

  • relevance;

  • theoretical contribution;

  • methodological rigor;

  • quality of data;

  • appropriateness of analysis;

  • technical correctness;

  • reproducibility;

  • interpretation of findings;

  • quality of discussion;

  • validity of conclusions;

  • ethical compliance;

  • quality of references; and

  • clarity of presentation.

Reviewer recommendations may include:

  • accept;

  • minor revision;

  • major revision;

  • resubmit for review; or

  • reject.

Reviewer recommendations are advisory. The final decision is made by the responsible editor based on the manuscript, reviewer reports, author responses, ethical considerations, and the journal’s editorial standards.

When reviewer recommendations differ substantially, the editor may:

  • assess the reports directly;

  • request clarification;

  • invite an additional reviewer;

  • request further revision; or

  • make an independent editorial decision supported by academic reasons.

Peer-review reports and editorial communications are confidential.

13. Revision Process

When revision is requested, authors must submit the revised files through the JCSAI OJS account.

Authors must provide:

  1. a revised manuscript;

  2. a point-by-point response to the reviewers;

  3. an explanation of all changes;

  4. page and line references where applicable; and

  5. a reasoned response when a recommendation is not adopted.

Authors should respond respectfully and academically. Disagreement with a reviewer is permitted when supported by evidence and clear reasoning.

A revision request does not guarantee acceptance.

The revised manuscript may be:

  • evaluated by the handling editor;

  • returned to the original reviewers;

  • sent to additional reviewers;

  • returned for further revision; or

  • rejected when major concerns remain unresolved.

Authors who require additional time should contact the editorial office through the official OJS communication channel before the revision deadline.

A manuscript may be administratively closed when authors do not submit a revision or communicate with the journal within a reasonable period.

14. Editorial Decision

The editorial decision may be:

  • accepted;

  • accepted subject to minor editorial correction;

  • minor revision;

  • major revision;

  • resubmit for review;

  • rejected; or

  • administratively closed.

Acceptance is valid only when communicated through the official JCSAI editorial system or an official journal communication channel authorized by the Editor-in-Chief.

Informal statements through personal messaging applications, social media, or unauthorized email accounts do not constitute formal acceptance.

The journal may reconsider an acceptance decision when serious issues are discovered, including:

  • plagiarism;

  • data fabrication or falsification;

  • duplicate publication;

  • authorship disputes;

  • false ethical approval;

  • manipulated peer review;

  • significant methodological errors;

  • copyright infringement; or

  • other violations affecting the reliability or legality of the article.

15. Copyediting

Accepted manuscripts enter the copyediting stage.

Copyediting may include:

  • checking grammar and clarity;

  • checking terminology;

  • checking the consistency of headings;

  • checking tables and figures;

  • checking citations and references;

  • checking author names and affiliations;

  • checking declarations;

  • checking DOI information;

  • checking compliance with journal style; and

  • identifying unclear or incomplete statements.

Authors must respond to copyediting queries and approve necessary corrections.

Copyediting must not materially alter the scientific meaning of the article without author and editorial approval.

16. Layout and Proofreading

After copyediting, the manuscript is prepared in the official JCSAI publication format.

During proofreading, authors must carefully verify:

  • article title;

  • author names;

  • author order;

  • affiliations;

  • corresponding-author information;

  • ORCID identifiers;

  • abstract;

  • keywords;

  • tables;

  • figures;

  • equations;

  • citations;

  • references;

  • acknowledgments;

  • funding information;

  • conflict-of-interest statement;

  • data availability statement;

  • page numbering;

  • DOI information; and

  • licensing information.

Proofreading is intended to correct production errors. It is not normally an opportunity to introduce substantial new data, rewrite major sections, add new analyses, or make significant authorship changes.

The corresponding author must approve the final proof within the period specified by the journal.

Failure to review the proof does not remove the authors’ responsibility for the accuracy of their article.

17. Article Processing Charge

Submission and editorial assessment must be independent of payment.

Where an Article Processing Charge applies:

  • no payment guarantees acceptance;

  • payment does not influence reviewers or editors;

  • an invoice is normally issued only after formal acceptance;

  • payment must be made only through the official method announced by JCSAI;

  • authors should not transfer funds to unauthorized individuals; and

  • any waiver or refund request will be handled according to the journal’s Article Processing Charge policy.

Authors should consult the official Article Processing Charges page for the current amount, payment procedure, waiver conditions, and refund policy.

JCSAI does not guarantee inclusion in any indexing database in exchange for payment.

18. Publication

An accepted article will be published only after completion of:

  1. editorial acceptance;

  2. required author revisions;

  3. ethical and administrative verification;

  4. copyediting;

  5. layout preparation;

  6. proofreading;

  7. metadata verification;

  8. author approval of the final proof;

  9. DOI preparation or registration; and

  10. completion of applicable publication administration.

The publication date, volume, issue, article number, and page range are assigned by the journal.

Authors must not independently claim that an article has been published before it appears on the official JCSAI website.

Published articles are made available according to the journal’s open-access, copyright, and licensing policies.

19. Manuscript Withdrawal

Authors should submit a manuscript only when they are committed to completing the editorial process.

Withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing by the corresponding author through the official OJS communication channel or official journal email.

The request must include:

  • manuscript title;

  • submission identification number;

  • reason for withdrawal;

  • confirmation that all authors agree to the withdrawal; and

  • names of all approving authors.

19.1 Withdrawal before peer review

A manuscript may generally be withdrawn before external peer review begins, provided that:

  • the request is made promptly;

  • all authors agree; and

  • no ethical concern has been identified.

19.2 Withdrawal during peer review

A withdrawal request made after reviewers have been assigned must include a clear and reasonable explanation.

The editor will consider:

  • the reason for withdrawal;

  • the stage of review;

  • the work already completed by reviewers and editors;

  • whether all authors agree;

  • whether duplicate submission is suspected; and

  • whether there are unresolved ethical concerns.

Withdrawal is not automatically refused merely because peer review has begun. However, authors remain responsible for acting honestly and professionally.

19.3 Withdrawal after acceptance

Withdrawal after acceptance is discouraged because substantial editorial and reviewer resources have already been used.

The request will be considered when there is a legitimate reason, such as:

  • a major error affecting the reliability of the work;

  • an unresolved authorship dispute;

  • an ethical or legal concern;

  • lack of necessary permission;

  • accidental duplicate submission; or

  • another serious and documented circumstance.

The Editor-in-Chief will decide whether the withdrawal is approved.

19.4 Withdrawal after publication

A published article cannot be treated as an unpublished manuscript.

Requests concerning published articles will be handled through:

  • correction;

  • retraction;

  • expression of concern;

  • removal in exceptional legal or safety circumstances; or

  • another action consistent with the journal’s publication-ethics policy.

19.5 Unethical withdrawal

The following may be treated as unethical conduct:

  • submitting the same manuscript to another journal before JCSAI confirms withdrawal;

  • requesting withdrawal solely because another journal offers faster publication;

  • concealing simultaneous submission;

  • providing false reasons for withdrawal;

  • submitting without the consent of co-authors; or

  • repeatedly withdrawing manuscripts after substantial review without reasonable justification.

The journal shall not impose a serious sanction solely because an author requests withdrawal. Any action will follow a fair assessment, available evidence, communication with the authors, and due process.

When duplicate submission or another ethical violation is suspected, withdrawal does not automatically terminate the journal’s investigation.

20. Communication with the Journal

All important communication concerning submission, review, revision, acceptance, withdrawal, correction, or publication should be conducted through:

  • the JCSAI OJS discussion facility;

  • the official editorial contact listed on the JCSAI website; or

  • another official channel specifically authorized by the journal.

Authors should include the manuscript identification number in all communications.

Authors must not:

  • pressure reviewers or editors;

  • contact reviewers directly;

  • offer gifts or payments to influence decisions;

  • use threats or abusive language;

  • impersonate another person;

  • provide fabricated documents; or

  • attempt to manipulate the editorial process.

JCSAI is committed to professional, respectful, and transparent communication with authors, reviewers, and editors.

21. Important Submission Notice

Before submitting, authors should carefully read:

  • Aims and Scope;

  • Author Guidelines;

  • Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement;

  • Peer Review Process;

  • Plagiarism Policy;

  • Copyright and Licensing Policy;

  • Correction and Retraction Policy;

  • Generative AI Policy;

  • Article Processing Charges; and

  • Privacy Statement.

By completing a submission, the corresponding author confirms that the authors have read, understood, and agreed to comply with the applicable JCSAI policies.

Questions about submission should be directed to the official JCSAI editorial contact listed on the journal website.

Last updated: August 2026