Article Processing Charges
The Journal of Psychiatric & Community Health Nursing Sciences (JPCHNS) operates under an Article Processing Charge (APC) system to support publication and ensure open access to approved manuscripts. This fee supports editorial and production processes, enabling research to be freely distributed without subscription barriers.
APC Details
- Amount:2100 INR
- When Charged: Only after a manuscript has been peer reviewed and officially accepted for publication.
- No Submission or Review Fees: There is no charge for submission or peer review.
What the APC Covers
- Peer review and editorial processing support.
- Copyediting, formatting, and proofreading.
- Website hosting and infrastructure maintenance.
- Digital Object Identifier (DOI) assignment.
- Indexing services and long-term digital preservation.
This ensures that all published articles meet professional standards and remain accessible and citable over time.
Important Notes for Authors
- Editorial Independence: APC payments do not influence editorial decisions. All manuscripts are evaluated based on academic quality, relevance, and research rigor.
- Funding Support: Authors are encouraged to check whether their institution, grants, or funding agencies can support APC payments.
- Global Accessibility: Open access increases visibility and ensures research is accessible to researchers, practitioners, and the public worldwide.
With a transparent APC policy, JPCHNS maintains high editorial standards while ensuring that valuable research remains freely accessible to the global academic and healthcare community.