Publication Support
Getting published — choosing target journals, understanding Scopus, Web of Science and ABDC/ABS rankings, avoiding predatory journals, surviving peer review and responding to reviewers effectively.
All Publication Support guides
9 articles
How to Increase Citations of Your Research Paper (Ethically)
Citations follow findability, readability and reach. The legitimate levers — title and abstract optimisation, ORCID, repositories, review papers, strategic dissemination — and the gaming tactics that end careers.
Review Paper vs Research Paper: The Difference, and Which to Write First
A research paper reports new evidence; a review paper synthesises existing evidence. What each contains, how journals treat them differently, and which one a PhD scholar should write first.
How to Choose a Journal for Your Research Paper: A Practical Filter
Aim, scope, indexing, timelines, cost and credibility — a six-filter method for shortlisting the right journal for your paper, plus the red flags that identify the wrong ones.
UGC CARE vs Scopus vs Web of Science: Where Should You Publish?
The three names on every Indian scholar's publication checklist — what each list actually is, how they differ in rigour and recognition, and how to choose for your PhD and career.
How to Spot a Predatory Journal Before It Costs You Your PhD
Predatory journals take your money, publish anything, and leave a stain on your CV that committees increasingly check. The red flags, the verification workflow, and what to do if you already published in one.
ABDC Journal Ranking Guide: A*, A, B, C — What They Mean
The ABDC Journal Quality List drives publication strategy in Indian business schools. How the A*, A, B, C tiers work, how ABDC relates to Scopus and ABS, and how to build a realistic target list.
How to Publish in a Scopus-Indexed Journal (Step by Step)
Getting into a Scopus-indexed journal is about fit, rigour and persistence — not luck. Here's the workflow from choosing a journal to responding to reviewers.
How to Respond to Reviewer Comments (and Get Accepted)
A 'revise and resubmit' is good news. Here's how to write a response letter that turns reviewer criticism into an acceptance — professionally and persuasively.
How to Manage References and Citations Without Losing Your Mind
Hundreds of sources, one citation style, zero tolerance for errors. Here's a system for managing references so your bibliography is accurate and effortless.
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Frequently asked
How do I check if a journal is Scopus indexed?+
Search the free Scopus Sources list (scopus.com/sources) for the journal title or ISSN and confirm coverage is current — some journals get discontinued. Cross-check on the journal's own site and be wary of lookalike titles used by predatory publishers.
How long does journal publication take?+
From submission to acceptance typically runs 3–12 months in reputable journals, including one or two revision rounds. Desk rejection decisions are faster. Build this lead time into any degree or promotion deadline.
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