Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General FAQs
The International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal publishing high-quality research in agriculture and environmental sciences. We operate since 2015 and publish 12 issues per year.
IJOEAR has the ISSN: 2454-1850 (Online).
IJOEAR is published by AD Publications.
IJOEAR publishes 12 issues per year (monthly). Issues are released on the last day of each month.
Yes, IJOEAR is a fully open access journal. All articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers under the CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 license.
Submission FAQs
You can submit your manuscript via email to info@ijoear.com or info.ijoear@gmail.com, or through our online submission portal at Submit Article. Please include a cover letter and follow the Author Guidelines.
IJOEAR accepts manuscripts in .doc, .docx, or .pdf formats. Figures and tables should be embedded within the manuscript or submitted as separate files.
No, IJOEAR does not charge any submission fee. Article Processing Charges (APC) apply only after a manuscript has been accepted for publication.
IJOEAR requires that plagiarism levels do not exceed 20% (including references) or 5% (excluding references). All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software. Please refer to our Plagiarism Policy for details.
Yes, IJOEAR permits submission of manuscripts previously posted on preprint servers. Please disclose this during submission. The preprint version will not be considered as prior publication.
IJOEAR does not have strict word limits. However, original research articles typically range from 3,000 to 8,000 words. Review articles may be longer. Please refer to the Author Guidelines for detailed formatting requirements.
Peer Review FAQs
IJOEAR uses a double-blind peer review process, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other. This ensures impartial evaluation of manuscripts.
The initial editorial decision is typically made within 2-3 weeks. The complete peer review process, including revisions, usually takes 4-6 weeks. Complex cases may require additional time.
Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. Additional reviewers may be consulted for complex or interdisciplinary submissions.
Yes, authors may suggest potential reviewers during submission. However, the final selection of reviewers is at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief. Suggested reviewers should not have conflicts of interest with the authors.
Yes, authors may appeal editorial decisions. Please refer to our Complaints and Appeals Policy for the formal appeals process and requirements.
Article Processing Charges (APC) FAQs
APC is a one-time fee charged after manuscript acceptance to cover publication services including peer review management, copyediting, typesetting, DOI registration, and open access hosting. The fee varies based on the corresponding author's country. Please see our APC page for detailed pricing.
Yes, IJOEAR offers full and partial waivers for researchers from low-income countries, early-career researchers, and active reviewers. Please visit our Fee Waiver Request page for eligibility criteria and application process.
APC is payable only after your manuscript has been formally accepted for publication following successful peer review. No payment is required at the time of submission.
IJOEAR accepts bank wire transfers, online credit/debit card payments, UPI (for Indian authors), and NetBanking. Detailed payment instructions are provided on the invoice.
Indexing & Metrics FAQs
IJOEAR is indexed in WorldCat, Neliti, Qualis (Brazil), Google Scholar, and other major databases. Please visit our Abstracting Services page for the complete list.
IJOEAR has a NAAS Rating of 4.23 (valid for 2024-2025). This rating is assigned by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences, India.
IJOEAR has an R Impact Factor of 4.38 (2024). This metric measures the average number of citations received by articles published in the journal.
IJOEAR is currently not indexed in Scopus or Web of Science. The journal continues to improve its quality standards and is under evaluation for inclusion in these databases.
Publication Ethics FAQs
Yes, IJOEAR follows the guidelines and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We are a member of COPE and adhere to its principles.
Yes, AI tools may be used for language enhancement and formatting assistance. However, AI cannot be listed as a co-author, and authors must disclose AI use. Please refer to our AI Policy for complete guidelines.
Ethical complaints are handled according to our Complaints and Appeals Policy. All complaints are investigated promptly, and appropriate actions are taken in accordance with COPE guidelines.
Reviewer FAQs
Please email your CV and publication list to info@ijoear.com with the subject line "REVIEWER APPLICATION". Include your areas of expertise. Visit our Become a Reviewer page for more information.
Reviewers receive official reviewer certificates, 30% APC discount for their own publications, recognition on our annual reviewer list, and consideration for the Outstanding Reviewer Award. Please see Reviewer Benefits for details.
No. Reviewers must not upload manuscripts to any AI tool (including ChatGPT) as this violates confidentiality. Please refer to our AI Policy for complete guidelines.
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