IJSCI · ISSN 3049-0251 · Author resources
Research Paper Publication Process and Timeline
Knowing what happens after you click submit reduces anxiety and avoids avoidable delay. This page describes the usual stages of a peer-reviewed journal process, what you do at each stage and where time is typically spent. Exact durations depend on the paper, so this guide does not promise a fixed schedule.
The stages of publication
| Stage | What happens | Your role |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Submission | You upload the manuscript and author details | Submit a complete, correctly formatted paper |
| 2. Editorial check | The editor checks scope, format and originality | Fix any issues quickly |
| 3. Peer review | Reviewers assess the paper | Wait, and keep your contact details current |
| 4. Decision | Accept, revise or reject | Read the comments carefully |
| 5. Revision | You revise and resubmit with a response | Answer every comment and meet the deadline |
| 6. Acceptance | The editor confirms acceptance and gives next steps | Follow the instructions sent to you |
| 7. Payment and forms | You pay the publication fee and return required forms | Complete both promptly |
| 8. Publication | The article is made available in an issue online | Check the final page and DOI |
The journal’s own publication process page is the authority for IJSCI. This table is a general guide.
Where time is usually spent
- Peer review, because it depends on reviewers’ availability.
- Revisions, because they depend on how quickly authors reply.
- Post-acceptance steps, because payment and forms depend on the author.
- Issue scheduling, because IJSCI publishes monthly.
Timelines for review vary with the paper and are not fixed. Ask the editorial office for a realistic estimate for your manuscript.
Keep track of your paper
After you submit, you receive a paper ID. Keep it, and use the paper status page to follow progress. If you do not hear anything, check your spam folder first, then email editor@ijsci.com with your paper ID and the title.
What authors can do at each stage
- Before submission: check scope, format and originality.
- After submission: do not resubmit duplicates; wait for the editorial check.
- During review: respond to any editor email promptly.
- After a decision: read the comments carefully and plan your response.
- After acceptance: pay and return the forms in one go, following the official instructions.
Fees and publication
Publication fees are per accepted article: ₹499 without DOI or ₹699 with DOI for Indian authors, and $20 with DOI for international authors. They are paid after acceptance, not before. See the charges page for details.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the publication process take?
It depends on the paper, the review and how quickly authors respond. Ask the editorial office for an estimate for your manuscript.
What is the first thing the editor checks?
Usually scope, format and originality, before sending the paper to reviewers.
What if I do not hear back?
Check your spam folder, then email editor@ijsci.com with your paper ID and title.
When do I pay?
After acceptance, following the official instructions for your manuscript.
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Discuss your submission with the editorial office
If you have a question about scope, manuscript requirements or publication fees, email editor@ijsci.com. Include your paper ID if you have already submitted.
