Revenue Sources

The only revenue source for this journal is the Article Processing Charges (APCs) paid by authors. In no case Publication charges influence editorial decision making.

The Ci-STEM Journal of Digital Technologies and Expert Systems (CJDTES) is an independent, self-financed academic journal that operates without external funding. It is sustained entirely through Article Processing Charges (APCs) paid by authors, which cover operational expenses such as staff salaries, infrastructure, and production costs. The APCs also support web hosting, database management, peer review, and the publication process. The journal offers reduced APC rates for authors from low- and middle-income countries to encourage quality research publications. This model ensures the journal remains independent while providing an accessible, high-quality platform for cutting-edge materials science research.

Publication Charges and Waiver Policy

For Indian Authors: ₹5000

For Overseas Authors

Authors from High Income Countries: $100

Authors from Upper Middle Income Countries: $50

Authors from Lower Middle Income Countries: $50

Authors from Low Income Countries: $25

Publication Fee Waivers

We recognize that some authors, students, or institutions may face financial constraints when it comes to funding their research activities. To support researchers who wish to publish their work in the Ci-STEM Journal of Digital Technologies and Expert Systems (CJDTES), the publishers have decided that fees should not be a barrier to the dissemination of high-quality research. For such authors who are in need of financial assistance, the publication charges can be fully waived. The Fee waiver is fully at the discretion of the Publishers. We are committed to publish high-quality research articles consistently while minimizing any financial burden on researchers and their institutions.