Open Access Policy

The Indian Journal of Health and Allied Sciences (IJHAS) adheres to completely open access form of publication where all articles published are available free of charge to the readers with no subscription charges or access charges. The journal is of the view that open access to research is crucial in enhancing scientific discovery, improving health, and allowing knowledge to be shared across the globe.
Our Open Access Commitment
IJHAS believes that research must be accessible to many people and as such, it is aimed at researchers, practitioners, students, and policymakers globally.

  • All articles are freely available online immediately upon publication
  • No pay walls or subscription requirements to readers.
  • Access to research in the world is freely.
  • Further publishes and publicizes academic work.
Benefits for Authors and Readers
This would make the process more open through the adoption of open access, where both authors and readers will enjoy more accessibility and impact.

  • Greater exposure and access to published research.
  • Increased citation and academic attention.
  • It is readily accessible to researchers, institutions, and other people.
  • More knowledge sharing within and across disciplines.
Licensing and Usage
All the publications in IJHAS are also provided under proper open access licensing conditions, whereby users are allowed to read, download and share content of the publication to their academic and research endeavors, but in the process give due credit to the original authors.

  • The content can be accessed, shared, and used in education.
  • Citation of the original work should be done properly.
  • The authors are still designated by their works.
Our Approach
IJHAS promotes the idea of free access to knowledge to all people, irrespective of geographic and economic constraints. The journal is part of the global development of research, education, and healthcare by eliminating barriers to access.

The Indian Journal of Health and Allied Sciences (IJHAS) intends to establish a more open and reachable research atmosphere, through open access policy, that will grow advantageous to the academic fraternity and the community at large.