At IERJ - International Education and Research Journal, we are committed to maintaining an affordable, transparent, and ethical scholarly publishing process. Publication Processing Charges are applicable only after a manuscript has successfully completed the editorial assessment and Double-Blind Peer Review process and has been formally accepted for publication.
These charges support manuscript handling, editorial administration, peer review, article preparation, online publication, digital preservation, website maintenance, dissemination, long-term accessibility, and other essential publication services.
IERJ - International Education and Research Journal clearly communicates all applicable charges before payment. Authors are not required to pay any fee at the time of manuscript submission, and there are no hidden publication charges.
What the Basic Publication Fee Includes
One author.
Up to 2,000 words.
Up to 3 images, diagrams, graphs, tables, or equations in total.
Initial editorial screening and manuscript assessment.
Double-Blind Peer Review by qualified subject experts.
Editorial handling and publication-related communication.
Online publication and long-term digital accessibility.
Free publication certificate for each author.
Publication Charges for Indian Authors (INR)
Additional Charges for Indian Authors
Additional Author – Print + Online Publication: ₹400 for each extra author.
Additional Author – Online-Only Publication: ₹300 for each extra author.
Additional Word Count: ₹300 for each additional 1,000 words.
Additional Visual Content: ₹300 for each additional set of 3 images, diagrams, graphs, tables, or equations.
Additional Hard Copy: ₹700 for each extra printed copy of the journal.
Publication Certificates: Free publication certificates are provided to every author.
Publication Charges for International Authors (USD)
Additional Charges for International Authors
Additional Author: $30 USD for each extra author.
Additional Word Count: $30 USD for each additional 1,000 words.
Additional Visual Content: $30 USD for each additional set of 3 images, diagrams, graphs, tables, or equations.
Additional Hard Copy: $50 USD for each extra printed copy of the journal.
Publication Certificates: Publication certificates are provided to every author.
Important Notes
Fee Applicability: Publication charges are applicable only after the manuscript has completed the review process and has been formally accepted for publication.
No Payment at Submission: Authors should not make any payment while submitting the manuscript. Payment instructions are issued only after acceptance.
No Hidden Charges: All applicable basic and additional charges are clearly stated on this page and communicated before payment.
Additional Fee Calculation: Additional charges apply only when the manuscript exceeds the limits included in the selected basic publication option.
Word-Count Calculation: The basic fee covers up to 2,000 words. Additional charges apply for every additional 1,000 words.
Figures and Tables: Images, diagrams, graphs, tables, and equations are counted together. The basic fee includes up to 3 such items in total.
Hard-Copy Availability: One journal hard copy is included only under the Print + Online Publication option. Additional copies may be ordered separately.
Certificates: Each author listed in the published article will receive a publication certificate without any separate certificate charge.
Refund Policy: Once the manuscript is accepted, payment is completed, and editorial or production processing begins, the publication charges are non-refundable.
Payment Instructions: Official payment details will be shared through the acceptance communication issued by the Editorial Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is any payment required at the time of manuscript submission?
No. Authors are not required to pay any publication fee while submitting their manuscript.
When do publication charges become payable?
Publication charges become payable only after the manuscript has completed the editorial and peer-review process and has been formally accepted.
How many authors are included in the basic fee?
The basic fee includes one author. Additional author charges apply according to the selected publication option.
How many words are included in the basic fee?
The basic fee includes up to 2,000 words. Additional charges apply for every additional 1,000 words.
How are images, diagrams, graphs, tables, and equations counted?
These items are counted together. The basic fee includes up to 3 items in total. Additional charges apply for every extra set of 3 items.
Are publication certificates charged separately?
No. Publication certificates are provided free of charge to every author.
Is a hard copy included in both publication options?
No. Hard copy(s) of the journal is included only in the Print + Online Publication option.
Can additional hard copies be ordered?
Yes. Additional hard copies may be ordered at the applicable Indian or international rate.
Are there any hidden publication charges?
No. All basic and additional publication charges are clearly stated and communicated before payment.
For queries regarding publication charges, additional authors, word limits, visual content, hard copies, certificates, or payment instructions, please contact editor@ierj.in.
Publication Date:
July, 2026 (In Process)
Last Date for Submission:
25th July, 2026 (In Process)