Open Access Policy

Open Access

The International Journal of Ayurveda360 is committed to advancing research in Ayurveda and integrated medical sciences by adhering to the principles of open access. This ensures that all published content is freely accessible worldwide without barriers such as subscription fees or paywalls. Below are the key details of our open access policy:

1. Open Access Model

  • The gold open access model allows all articles to be freely available immediately upon publication.
  • Author Rights: Authors retain full copyright of their work.
  • Reader Access: Readers are permitted to download, share, and reuse content as long as proper attribution is provided to the original source.

2. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To sustain the journal’s operations and quality standards, APCs are levied upon manuscript acceptance:

  • APC Range: ₹1,250 to ₹1,500 INR per article.
    • ₹1,250: For articles requiring evaluation by 2 reviewers.
    • ₹1,500: For articles requiring evaluation by 3 reviewers, typically for manuscripts with complex biostatistical analyses.
  • Waivers and Discounts: Special waivers or discounts may be offered to authors facing financial challenges, particularly those from low-income regions.
  • Payment Details: Authors will receive detailed payment instructions upon manuscript acceptance.

For inquiries, contact us via email at journal@ayurveda360.in or editor-in-chief@ayurveda360.in.

3. Licensing and Copyright

  • Copyright Ownership: Authors retain full copyright over their articles.
  • Licensing Terms: The journal publishes under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license, enabling unrestricted sharing and reuse with proper attribution.
  • Authors may request alternative Creative Commons licenses (e.g., CC BY-SA, CC BY-NC) to align with funder or institutional requirements.

4. Archiving and Preservation

The journal ensures long-term preservation of published content:

  • Articles are archived in trusted repositories such as CLOCKSS, LOCKSS, and institutional repositories.
  • These measures safeguard the availability of scholarly literature for future generations.

5. Discoverability and Indexing

To enhance visibility and impact:

  • Articles are indexed & visible in databases such as Google Scholar, Researchgate, Openaire and Zenodo.
  • Steps are being taken to get indexed in DOAJ, Index Copernicus, UGC, Scopus & Pubmed as and when eligibility criteria met.
  • The journal employs SEO techniques and adheres to metadata standards to maximize discoverability.

6. Compliance with Funding Mandates

The journal supports authors in meeting funder requirements for open access:

  • Open access options comply with public access policies.
  • Authors are encouraged to include funding details during the submission process.

7. Transparency and Accessibility

  • The journal provides clear information about APCs, licensing terms, and copyright policies on its website.
  • Authors, reviewers, and readers are kept informed throughout the submission and publication process.

Contact Information

For any queries or assistance regarding the open access policy or APCs, please contact:

Commitment to Open Access

The International Journal of Ayurveda360 is dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and equitable access to high-quality research, ensuring the global dissemination of knowledge in the field of Ayurveda.