Why Our Pricing Is Different
Global Academic Index focuses on transparency, affordability and practical visibility support for journals and publishers. Our pricing structure is designed to provide accessible evaluation, indexing and metadata services without imposing excessive costs on scholarly publications.
Global Academic Index Fees
Global Academic Index provides journal evaluation, directory listing, article-level metadata indexing and publisher visibility services. All applications are evaluated according to transparency, peer review policy, editorial information, publication ethics, metadata quality and journal visibility criteria.
Basic Journal Evaluation — 49 EUR
Includes journal transparency check, ISSN and website review, peer review policy review, publication ethics check and basic evaluation result.
Standard Index Listing — 149 EUR / year
Includes journal profile page, Global Academic Index ID, annual directory listing, indexing certificate and QR verification page.
Professional Article-Level Indexing — 395 EUR / year
Includes all Standard Index Listing features, plus article-level metadata indexing, article profile records, DOI/RSS/OAI-PMH/XML metadata source review and up to 100 article metadata records per year.
Publisher Package — 990 EUR / year
Includes publisher profile, up to 10 journal listings, multiple journal certificates, article-level metadata indexing support and priority visibility within the directory.
Important Notice
Indexing is not guaranteed. Global Academic Index is an independent academic journal directory and metadata indexing platform. Inclusion does not represent impact factor, citation ranking or equivalence to Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed or DOAJ.
Why Indexing Fees Matter
Academic indexing is not only a listing service. It is a structured process that supports journal visibility, metadata quality, editorial transparency and scholarly discoverability. A journal that is properly presented, indexed and verified can become easier to find for authors, readers, libraries, institutions and international academic audiences.
Global Academic Index offers transparent service packages designed for journals, publishers and editorial offices that want to improve their online presence, metadata structure and academic visibility.
What Your Fee Covers
Each fee supports a professional review and indexing workflow. Depending on the selected package, this may include journal website review, ISSN verification, editorial policy assessment, peer review policy review, metadata quality control, article-level metadata preparation, indexing certificate preparation, journal profile creation and directory visibility support.
Our services are designed to help journals present themselves more clearly and professionally to the international academic community.
Basic Journal Evaluation — 49 EUR
This package is suitable for journals that want an initial independent review before applying for broader indexing or visibility services.
The Basic Journal Evaluation includes:
- Journal title and website review
- ISSN or e-ISSN verification where available
- Editorial board visibility review
- Peer review policy check
- Publication ethics statement review
- Basic transparency assessment
- General index readiness feedback
This package is useful for new journals, small publishers and editorial offices that want to understand whether their journal website and public information are ready for indexing evaluation.
Standard Index Listing — 149 EUR
The Standard Index Listing package is designed for journals that want to be listed in the Global Academic Index directory with a structured journal profile.
This package includes:
- Journal profile page
- Global Academic Index journal record
- Basic metadata review
- Publisher and country information
- Subject area classification
- Indexing certificate
- QR-based verification page
- Annual directory visibility
This package helps journals create a clear and verifiable indexing presence within the GAI platform.
Professional Article-Level Indexing — 395 EUR
The Professional Article-Level Indexing package is designed for journals that want deeper visibility through structured article records and metadata support.
This package includes:
- All Standard Index Listing features
- Article-level metadata review
- Article profile records
- DOI metadata source review where available
- RSS, OAI-PMH, XML, CSV or sitemap-based metadata review
- Up to 100 article metadata records per year
- Improved discoverability for journal articles
- Annual metadata maintenance support
This package is recommended for journals that regularly publish articles and want their content to become easier to search, classify and present online.
Publisher Package — 990 EUR
The Publisher Package is designed for publishers, academic institutions, research centers and editorial groups that manage multiple journals.
This package includes:
- Publisher profile page
- Up to 10 journal listings
- Multiple journal certificates
- Article-level metadata indexing support
- Priority evaluation
- Publisher visibility support
- Directory-level publisher recognition
- Structured presentation of journal portfolio
This package is suitable for organizations that want to present several journals under one verified publisher identity.
Transparent Pricing Policy
GAI uses transparent pricing to avoid confusion and uncertainty. Each package clearly explains what is included. There are no hidden evaluation fees on this page. Additional services may be discussed separately only when a journal or publisher requests custom support beyond the listed packages.
Important Academic Disclaimer
Inclusion in Global Academic Index does not represent impact factor, citation ranking, academic accreditation, government recognition, or equivalence to Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed or DOAJ.
GAI is an independent academic journal directory, metadata indexing and journal visibility platform. Our aim is to support discoverability, transparency and structured academic presentation.
How to Apply
To begin the process, please select the package that best matches your journal or publisher needs and submit the indexing application form.
After submission, you will be directed to complete the corresponding payment. Applications are reviewed after the application and payment confirmation are received.
Need Help Choosing a Package?
If you are not sure which package is suitable for your journal, you may contact us before applying.
Email: info@gaiindex.com
Website: https://gaiindex.com