About the Journal
University of Chitral Journal of Linguistics and Literature (JLL) is a peer-reviewed academic journal committed to the advancement of research and scholarship in the fields of linguistics and literature. The journal aims to provide a dynamic platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share their insights, discoveries, and critical perspectives that contribute to the growing body of knowledge in these disciplines.
The scope of UCJLL encompasses a wide range of topics, including, but not limited to:
- Theoretical and applied linguistics
- Sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and language acquisition
- Discourse analysis and stylistics
- Comparative and world literature
- Literary theory and criticism
- Language teaching and pedagogy
- Indigenous and regional languages and literatures
- Interdisciplinary studies linking language, literature, and culture
JLL welcomes original research articles, critical essays, review articles, and book reviews that reflect scholarly rigor and contribute to contemporary debates in linguistics and literary studies. Submissions that engage with underrepresented languages, cultures, and literary traditions—particularly those relevant to the region and beyond—are especially encouraged.
The journal aspires to foster intellectual dialogue across disciplines and borders and to serve as a resource for both seasoned academics and emerging scholars.
Publisher: University of Chitral, Pakistan<
Establishment & Frequency: Founded 2017; issued biannually
ISSN: Print 2617‑3611; Online 2663‑1512
Language: English
Mode of Publication: Fully online open-access; articles preserved via PKP and archived openly
Peer Review: Peer-reviewed, open to international scholars
Licensing & Fees: CC BY license; article processing charge
Indexing & Archiving: DOAJ, EBSCO, MLA International Bibliography, JOURNAL ASIAN INDEXING, LETPUB, MODERN SCIENCE ARCHIVE, RESEARCHGATE, ACADEMIA. EDU, GOOGLE SCHOLAR, JOURNALSEARCHES, ADVANCED SCIENCE INDEX, SCIENCEGATE, SCISPACE, SCILIT , ZENODO, GitHub, FATCAT, Crossref, ROAD, OpenAlex, SUDOC, The Keepers, Digital preservation via Public Knowledge Project’s PLN (2017–2024)
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The University of Chitral Journal of Linguistics and Literature (JLL), an open-access, peer-reviewed, and internationally indexed Journal, is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in the ‘Y’ category (2023-24, 2021-22). The Journal is published biannually by the Department of English Language and Literature, University of Chitral.