Qualitative empirical research relies heavily on instruments such as semi-structured interview protocols and focus group guides to capture complex human experiences. While quantitative instruments leverage established statistical metrics for psychometric validation, qualitative data collection tools frequently lack transparent, standardized validation frameworks, leaving them vulnerable to peer-review scrutiny and researcher bias. This concept note presents a systematic, four-phase methodological framework specifically tailored for the rigorous validation of qualitative questionnaires intended for peer-reviewed scrutiny. The proposed framework integrates conceptual blueprinting, expert panel reviews for content validation, and cognitive interviewing (utilizing think-aloud protocols and verbal probing) to ensure linguistic precision, structural neutrality, and conceptual depth. Implementing this structural approach establishes a clear audit trail, mitigates structural leading bias, and ensures the generation of high-quality, rich thematic data.