Dear Scholars, it’s time to Rethink about the Journal Quality Dr. Ananya had spent three months searching for the “right” journal for her latest research. Inboxes full of offers promised fast, guaranteed publication in journals claiming UGC-CARE status, often for a modest fee. Like many scholars before her, she almost fell for the convenience of…

For years, Indian academics relied heavily on the UGC-CARE list as the ultimate gold standard to ensure their research publications met official requirements. However, in a landmark move during its 584th meeting on October 3, 2024, the University Grants Commission (UGC) decided to discontinue the UGC-CARE listing.This massive policy shift officially went into effect on…