Indian Authors Processing Charges
Our journal operates on an open-access model to ensure that research is freely available to readers worldwide. To support the peer review process, editorial services, and publication infrastructure, we charge Article Processing Charges (APCs) for accepted manuscripts.
Research Articles
per article
(Approx. $110 USD)
- Full peer review
- Professional copyediting
- XML/HTML versions
- DOI assignment
- Unlimited color figures
Review Articles
per article
(Approx. $135 USD)
- Everything in Research
- Extended length support
- Priority processing
- Enhanced promotion
- Graphical abstract
Short Communications
per article
(Approx. $75 USD)
- Rapid peer review
- Basic copyediting
- PDF version
- DOI assignment
- Up to 3,000 words
Fee Waivers & Discounts
Student Discounts
Graduate and PhD students as corresponding authors receive:
- • 30% discount on all article types
- • Valid student ID required
- • Bonafide certificate from institution
Early Career Researchers
First-time authors and early career researchers:
- • 20% discount on first publication
- • Within 5 years of PhD completion
- • Applicable for Research Articles
Note: Fee waivers are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please contact our editorial office before submission if you wish to request a waiver. Financial constraints will not influence the editorial decision.
Payment Information for Indian Authors
When to Pay
Payment is required only after manuscript acceptance. No submission fees are charged.
Payment Methods
We accept UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, NEFT/RTGS, and Institutional Purchase Orders. GST invoices provided.
GST & Invoicing
All charges are exclusive of GST (18% applicable). GST-compliant invoices issued. Payment due within 30 days.
Currency
All prices listed in Indian Rupees (₹). No currency conversion hassles for Indian authors.
Bank Details for NEFT/RTGS
Account Name
Academic Journal Publications
Account Number
12345678901XXXXX
Bank Name
State Bank of India
IFSC Code
SBIN0012345
Branch
Ahmedabad Main Branch
Account Type
Current Account
Important: Please mention your manuscript ID in the payment remarks and email the transaction receipt to payments@journal.org