Article Processing Charges (APC) Policy
The Journal of Scientific Advances (JSA) follows a transparent Article Processing Charge (APC) policy to provide clarity regarding publication- related charges. The APC is applicable only after manuscript acceptance and is used to support various publishing activities, including editorial management, article processing, production services, online publication, and maintenance of the journal platform.
The submission of a manuscript, peer-review process, and editorial evaluation are conducted independently of payment decisions. Publication charges are considered only after a manuscript has successfully completed the review and acceptance process.
| Article Processing Charge (APC) | 1500/- |
| Currency | INR (Indian Rupees) |
| Payment Stage | After manuscript acceptance and before publication |
| Applicable Articles | Accepted research articles, review articles, and other publishable manuscript types as applicable |
The APC supports the journal's publication workflow and helps maintain the quality of scholarly communication. The charge contributes toward activities associated with preparing accepted manuscripts for publication and ensuring their accessibility to readers.
- APC payment does not influence editorial decisions or peer-review outcomes.
- Manuscripts are evaluated based on academic quality, originality, relevance, and research integrity.
- Authors are informed about applicable charges before final publication processing.
- The journal maintains transparency regarding publication-related fees and processes.
Authors are advised to review the APC information before submission and contact the editorial office for any clarification regarding publication charges. The Journal of Scientific Advances aims to maintain a transparent and responsible publishing environment for authors and readers.