Indian Journal of Nursing Education and Research Studies(IJNERS) uses an Article Processing Charge (APC), which is used to cover the publishing cost. This involves editorial management, peer review, formatting, and hosting of accepted articles online.

When Charges Apply

• APC becomes applicable when the manuscript has been accepted for publication.
• No submission or preliminary review fees.
• The amount is payable after final acceptance and before publication.

Article Processing Charge

• The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication is ₹2100 (Indian Rupees Two Thousand One Hundred only).

What the Charges Cover

The APC supports:

• Peer review and editorial process.
• Formatting and editing of manuscripts.
• Hosting and publication on the web.
• Journal infrastructure maintenance.

Accessibility of Articles

Published articles are made available under open access, ensuring free and easy access to readers.

Payment Process

• The details regarding the charges will be shared with authors after acceptance.
• The editorial office will provide payment instructions and methods.
• Publication is completed after payment confirmation.

Important Notes

• APC does not influence the review or acceptance of the manuscript.
• All submissions are evaluated based on quality and relevance only.
• Uniform charges ensure transparency in the publication process.

Reason for Article Processing Charges

• Supports quality publication services.
• Ensures timely processing of manuscripts.
• Enables open access to published research.
• Helps in long-term availability of content.

For Authors

Authors are encouraged to review the APC details before submission. For any queries regarding charges or payment, please contact the editorial office.