Article Processing Charges
Trends in Computer Science and Information Technology (TCSIT) operates as an open-access journal, ensuring that all published research is freely accessible to readers worldwide. To sustain the journal’s high-quality editorial and peer-review processes, digital archiving, and long-term open-access hosting, an Article Processing Charge (APC) of 1849 USD is applicable for accepted manuscripts.
▪ What Does the APC Cover?
The APC ensures the maintenance and operation of a high-quality publishing platform. It covers:
- Rigorous Peer Review: Supporting editorial management and expert review services.
- Editorial and Production Costs: Formatting, copyediting, and final publication of articles.
- Digital Archiving & Indexing: Ensuring permanent preservation of published content.
- DOI Registration: Assigning Digital Object Identifiers (DOI) to every article.
- Open-Access Hosting: Providing unrestricted, free access to research globally.
▪ APC Breakdown
The standard APC for TCSIT is 1849 USD, which applies only after a manuscript has successfully passed the peer-review process and has been formally accepted for publication.
| Publication Service | Included in APC |
|---|---|
| Manuscript Submission | ✔ Free |
| Plagiarism Check | ✔ Included |
| Peer Review | ✔ Included |
| Copyediting & Formatting | ✔ Included |
| DOI Registration & Indexing | ✔ Included |
| Open-Access Hosting | ✔ Included |
▪ Payment Process
Once a manuscript is accepted for publication, the corresponding author will receive an invoice for the APC. Payment must be completed before the final article is published.
The journal accepts multiple payment methods, including:
- Bank Transfer – Secure wire transactions.
- Credit/Debit Card – Payments via secure online gateways.
- PayPal – Fast and secure online transactions.
▪ APC Waivers & Discounts
TCSIT offers full or partial waivers to support researchers with limited funding. Waiver eligibility includes:
- Authors from Low-Income Countries: Based on World Bank classification.
- Early-Career Researchers & Students: Authors with limited institutional funding.
- Exceptional Research: High-impact studies recommended for waivers by the editorial board.
Waiver requests must be submitted at the time of manuscript submission and are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
▪ Refund and Cancellation Policy
The APC is non-refundable once the article has been accepted and processed for publication. Refunds are only considered in the following cases:
- Editorial Withdrawal: If the journal must retract an article due to internal reasons.
- Processing Errors: If an incorrect charge was applied.
Authors cannot request a refund for voluntary withdrawals after final acceptance.
▪ Conclusion
The APC supports the sustainability of TCSIT as an open-access journal, allowing unrestricted access to high-quality research. Our transparent pricing model ensures that all costs associated with peer review, editorial services, and publication are covered. We encourage authors to explore available waivers and financial assistance if needed.