📚 Journal Setup & Indexing Consultancy Services

🏆 Start and Index Your Academic Journal with Confidence

Are you planning to launch a new research journal in India or abroad? Do you want to upgrade your existing journal to meet the standards of top indexing agencies like Scopus, UGC CARE, or Web of Science?

At Mantech Publications, our Journal Setup & Indexing Consultancy Services are designed to help universities, colleges, institutions, and independent publishers create credible, high-quality journals that stand out — and get recognized.

We help you navigate every step: from securing an ISSN, designing editorial policies, setting up your online submission platform, and managing peer-review workflows to preparing your journal for top indexing databases.

✅ Why Proper Journal Setup & Indexing Matters

A well-planned and professionally managed academic journal:

✔️ Attracts quality submissions from researchers worldwide.
✔️ Builds your institution’s reputation as a credible publisher.
✔️ Increases your chances of getting indexed in Scopus, UGC CARE, DOAJ, Web of Science, and other recognized indexing agencies.
✔️ Ensures sustainable editorial operations with clear peer-review policies.
✔️ Improves the discoverability, citation, and impact of published research.

Without proper setup, many journals struggle with low submissions, poor credibility, and repeated indexing rejections. Our Journal Setup & Indexing Services help you avoid these common pitfalls.

🔍 Who Needs Journal Setup & Indexing Consultancy?

Our services are ideal for:

Universities launching departmental or institutional research journals.
Colleges planning to start student journals or newsletters.
Research societies and professional associations managing society journals.
Independent publishers wanting to upgrade journals for Scopus or Web of Science indexing.
Editors seeking practical help to improve their journal’s global ranking and impact.

Whether you’re launching your first issue or revamping an old title, we ensure your journal meets global best practices.

✅ What Our Journal Setup & Indexing Service Includes

We provide end-to-end guidance to make your journal credible and indexing-ready.

📌 1. Journal Planning & Feasibility

Assess your subject scope, target audience, and sustainability.
Help you define clear aims, scope, and unique positioning.
Benchmark your concept against successful journals in your discipline.

📌 2. Editorial Board Formation

Identify qualified editorial board members, including local and international scholars.
Draft editorial roles, responsibilities, and policies.
Advise on diversity and inclusion for global appeal.

📌 3. Peer Review Policy & Workflow

Design a robust peer-review system (single-blind, double-blind, or open review).
Provide templates for reviewer invitation, reviewer guidelines, and editorial decisions.
Integrate plagiarism checks and ethical publishing practices.

📌 4. ISSN Application Support

Help you apply for a valid ISSN number (print & online, if applicable).
Prepare accurate documents for the National Science Library in India.
Advise on when you need a new ISSN (e.g., for title changes).

📌 5. Website & Open Journal System (OJS) Setup

Set up your journal website using Open Journal Systems (OJS) or other publishing platforms.
Customize journal themes to match your branding.
Configure online submission, editorial workflows, and author dashboards.

📌 6. DOI Registration & Metadata Management

Assist you in registering with CrossRef to assign DOIs to articles.
Ensure metadata is structured properly for maximum discoverability.
Fix citation and linking issues that affect indexing.

📌 7. Journal Indexing Strategy

Getting your journal listed in Scopus, UGC CARE, DOAJ, or Web of Science requires careful planning. We guide you through:

Understanding the eligibility criteria for each indexing database.
Auditing your journal’s quality parameters.
Preparing your application dossier, sample issues, and required evidence.
Handling responses and re-submissions.

📌 8. Regular Quality Audits

Even after your journal is launched, we help you maintain standards through periodic audits, editorial training, and updates. This ensures you stay compliant with evolving indexing requirements.

✅ Where Can We Help You Get Indexed?

We work with you to target leading indexing agencies and databases such as:

Scopus — the largest abstract and citation database for peer-reviewed literature.
UGC CARE List — required for Indian universities under the University Grants Commission.
Web of Science — for journals seeking global recognition.
DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) — essential for open-access publications.
PubMed (for life sciences and biomedical journals).

We also advise on local or discipline-specific indexes when appropriate.

✅ Benefits of Working with Mantech Publications

✔️ Proven Expertise — 10+ years supporting institutions, societies, and publishers.
✔️ Successful Indexing Records — Numerous journals guided into Scopus and UGC CARE.
✔️ End-to-End Support — From idea to ISSN to indexing.
✔️ Transparent, Ethical Approach — We follow genuine practices — no shortcuts that risk blacklisting.
✔️ Tailored Solutions — Every journal is unique; your roadmap is too.

✅ Success Stories

🌟 “We didn’t know how to start a research journal in India. Mantech guided us from the very first issue to Scopus application. Now our journal attracts international submissions.”
— Dept. of Engineering, Assam State University.

🌟 “We needed help to get indexed in UGC CARE. The audit checklist and editorial training they gave us made the difference.”
— Academic Society Journal, Delhi.

✅ Common Questions About Journal Setup & Indexing

1. How long does it take to get a journal indexed in Scopus?

It depends on your journal’s quality and consistency. Most applications take 6–12 months for review after submission.

2. Is an ISSN enough for indexing?

No. An ISSN is essential but just the first step. Your editorial quality, peer-review policy, publication ethics, and international scope matter too.

3. What is the difference between Scopus and UGC CARE?

Scopus is an international indexing database covering journals worldwide. UGC CARE is India’s approved list of credible journals for academic credit.

4. Can you help with an existing journal that got rejected from Scopus?

Yes! We audit your journal, identify gaps, and help you make improvements before reapplying.

✅ Next Steps — Start Your Journal the Right Way

Whether you’re launching your first research journal or seeking to get your publication indexed in Scopus or UGC CARE, we’re here to guide you.

👉 Contact us today for a free consultation.
👉 Let’s build a credible, sustainable journal that makes a real impact.

📞 Get in Touch

📧 Email: info@mantechpublications.com
📞 Call: +91-7838047803
🌐 Website: www.mantechpublications.com

Grow your journal. Grow your institution’s reputation. Grow your impact.