All research articles published in Ibtida' undergo full peer review, key characteristics of which are listed below:

• All research articles are reviewed by at least two suitably qualified experts, with Blind peer review method
• All publication decisions are made by the journals’ Editors-in-Chief on the basis of the reviews provided.
• Members of the Editorial Boards lend insight, advice and guidance to the Editors-in-Chief generally and to assist decision making on specific submissions.
• Managing Editors and Editorial Assistants provide the administrative support that allows Ibtida' to maintain the integrity of peer review while delivering rapid turnaround and maximum efficiency to authors, reviewers and editors alike.