Fee Waiver Program
The International Journal of Social Science, Commerce & Management Studies (IJSSCM) is committed to promoting quality research by ensuring that financial limitations do not prevent deserving authors from publishing their work. In exceptional cases, the journal may provide a waiver or discount on the Article Processing Charges (APC).
Eligibility for Waiver/Discount
Waiver or discount requests may be considered for:
- Researchers from low-income or developing countries.
- Students or early-career researchers with financial constraints.
- Authors facing genuine financial hardship.
- Exceptional manuscripts of outstanding academic or social significance.
Types of Support
- Full Waiver: Up to 100% APC exemption in exceptional cases.
- Partial Waiver: Discount on APC based on the author's circumstances and the Editorial Board's decision.
Application Process
- Submit a waiver request along with the manuscript or immediately after acceptance.
- Provide a brief justification and supporting documents, if applicable.
- The Editorial Board will review the request confidentially and communicate its decision before publication.
Editorial Discretion
All waiver requests are evaluated individually. The decision of the Editorial Board is final and is based on the author's financial need, manuscript quality, and the journal's waiver policy.
