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UGC Approved Journals – Journal Selection & Publication Assistance
Selecting an appropriate UGC approved journal for your research paper is difficult. The issue may arise from old lists of journals, unclear indexing information, inappropriate journal scopes, publishing fees, and confusing submission guidelines. Selecting an incorrect journal will result in unwanted problems.
At Idealaunch, you will get expert UGC approved journal selection and publication services as per the research field, manuscript type, and other academic requirements. From journal selection to manuscript submission and preparation, our main objective is to assist researchers with a better publication decision.
UGC Approved Journals: Important Things to Know Before Submission
“UGC approved journals” are common search queries used by researchers searching for appropriate journals for their academic publications. However, one should not choose a journal just because an online platform designates the journal as “UGC approved”.
The UGC CARE policies for journal listing have been updated; therefore, one should check whether there are any specific requirements concerning the selected university or academic institution before submitting the manuscript.
One should check a journal from multiple aspects and not solely based on one criterion.
Key Criteria for Selecting the Right Journal
While submitting your research paper, you should consider the following criteria:
- Journal title and ISSN/eISSN
- Publisher
- Scope and aims of the journal
- Editorial board
- Process of peer review
- Indexing status of the journal
- Publication frequency
- Author instructions
- Publication ethics
- Article Processing Charges
- Recently published papers
- Retractions and corrections policy
This will enable researchers to make an informed decision and submit their valuable research to the right journal. Researchers who prefer to shortlist journals on their own can start with these free journal finder tools for research scholars.
What Challenges Do Researchers Face When Selecting a Journal?
Some of the issues faced by researchers include:
- Identifying outdated lists of UGC or UGC-CARE journals
- Confusion between terminology related to UGC and that of Scopus and Web of Science
- Choice of irrelevant journals based on research
- Selection of unsubstantiated indexing journals
- Selection of journals only based on fast publication process
- Publication fees unexpectedly incurred
- Issues with comprehending the author guidelines
- Possible submission to predatory or dubious journals
The selection of an appropriate journal should be based on research relevancy, journal validity, publication criteria, and academic goals.
UGC Journals, Scopus and Web of Science: What’s the Difference?
UGC-specific terminology should not be considered as synonymous with internationally indexed databases.
| Category | Major Criteria |
|---|---|
| UGC / UGC-CARE citations | Current institutional or academic criteria |
| Scopus | Current Scopus coverage or journal relevancy |
| Web of Science | Current Web of Science collections |
| SCI/SCIE | Current Clarivate indexing |
| Peer-reviewed journals | Journal peer-review standards |
Other researchers in need of publications through indexing databases may refer to our list of Scopus indexed Indian journals, the newly accepted Web of Science journals, and our guidance on publishing in Q1 Scopus and SCI indexed journals.
UGC Approved Journals Selection & Publication Services
Journal selection is not just finding a journal list. Idealaunch provides journal selection services specifically designed to select an ideal journal for your manuscript and publication needs.
Journal Selection
We assist in identifying journals that could be considered for your specific research topic, discipline, manuscript, and publication purpose.
Journal Scope Matching
We assist you in matching your research field with the aims & scopes, subjects covered, and types of articles published by the journal.
Journal Verification
We assist in checking information related to the journal’s ISSN, eISSN, publisher, editor-in-chief, publication policies, and any other relevant information.
Indexing Verification
It is very important to check the indexing claims made by the journals. We assist researchers in verifying the indexing claims made.
Manuscript Preparation
Wherever necessary, we assist in editing and proofreading, formatting, referencing, language refinement, and manuscript preparation.
Submission Guidelines
We assist researchers in getting to know the specific submission guidelines, manuscript format, and submission documents, etc.
For comprehensive publication assistance, visit our Journal Publication Services.
UGC Journal Categories by Subject Area
How We Help You Select the Right UGC Journals
We have a systematic process that helps researchers assess their journal options prior to submission.
STEP-01
Submit Your Research
Submit your research title, abstract, manuscript, keywords, research subject matter, or specific journal requirements.
STEP-02
Analyze Your Research Field
Analysis of your research field, research methodology, research manuscript type, research subject matter, and research contribution is completed.
STEP-03
List Suitable Journals
Potential journals are listed based on the relevance of the research, journal scope, type of article, publication requirements, and availability of journal information.
STEP-04
Analyze Journal Information
Information like ISSN/eISSN, publisher, editorship, indexing, frequency of publications, author guidelines, and publication policies is analyzed.
STEP-05
Prepare Your Manuscript
Where necessary, we edit, proofread, format, cite, and prepare your manuscript for publication. Researchers seeking support in preparing their research manuscript may consider our Research Paper Writing Services.
STEP-06
Submission Guidelines
The submission procedure, documents needed, formatting, and correspondence with the journal are outlined.
What Makes Idealaunch Different for Journal Selection?
Journals play an integral role in the publication process. Our approach involves guiding researchers with respect to publication choice based on their research requirements, not just by providing a list of journals.
Approach Based on Requirements
Your research topic, discipline, type of manuscript, and purpose of publication will be considered during our identification of appropriate journals.
Subject Specific Journal Identification
Our approach will involve the identification of journals that have scope relevant to your manuscript.
Publication Services
In addition to journal identification services, our other services include assistance with respect to editing, formatting, manuscript preparation, submission, and other publication requirements.
Journal Details Evaluation
We assist researchers in understanding the important details of the journals before making any submission, including scope, publisher, indexing, author guidelines, and publishing policies.
No Pressure Tactics
We do not push you into submission or guide you with unrealistic promises like guaranteed acceptance and guaranteed publication.
What Our Scholar's Say
Frequently Asked Questions
“UGC approved journals” is a frequently used expression among Indian scholars while looking for journals for their publication in academia. Scholars need to check the current requirements rather than depending on the lists prepared by others.
No. UGC-CARE and Scopus are two separate indexing tools. Scholars need to find out which indexing or publication requirement is required for their institution or project.
Find relevant journals in line with your research subject and manuscript type. Check out the journal’s scope, publisher, ISSN, editorial, peer review policy, indexing policy, publication policies, fees, and institutional requirements.
Find out the ISSN/ eISSN, publisher details, editorial board, scope, peer review policy, indexing status, publication policies, author guidelines, publication ethics, and up-to-date information from relevant authorities.
Take the Next Step With UGC Journal Selection Support
Need help selecting the best journal for your research article? Our team at Idealaunch can assist PhD scholars, research scholars, faculty members, academicians, post-graduates, research engineers, and industry researchers in selecting the appropriate journal based on their research domain, manuscript category, and other related factors.
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