Publication Charges Policy

ProScholar Insights (PSI) is dedicated to maintaining high standards of open-access publishing, ensuring the visibility and accessibility of scholarly work worldwide. To cover the operational costs of the publication process, the journal charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) of 20,000 PKR per accepted manuscript. Below is a detailed breakdown of the APC:

  1. Formatting Fee: 
    This covers the professional formatting of the manuscript to meet journal standards, including layout design and adherence to publication guidelines.

  2. Proofreading Fee:
    This includes language editing and corrections to enhance clarity, grammar, and overall presentation.

  3. Reviewing Fee: 
    This compensates for the time and effort of expert peer reviewers who evaluate the manuscript for quality, originality, and relevance.

  4. Production Fee: 
    This encompasses typesetting, graphics enhancement, and preparing the manuscript for online publication.

  5. DOI Registration Fee: 
    This fee covers the assignment of a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to ensure permanent and reliable accessibility to the article.

For further details or assistance with the payment process, please feel free to contact us at editor@theproscholar.com