Article Processing Charges
IRMR operates as a Gold Open Access journal, ensuring all articles are freely accessible worldwide under CC BY 4.0 license. Our transparent ₱3,000 APC covers the complete publication process from peer review to permanent archiving. No hidden charges—everything is clearly outlined upfront.
Step 1: Receive Acceptance & Payment Instructions
After successful peer review, you'll receive a formal acceptance email containing:
- Official acceptance confirmation
- Detailed payment instructions
- APC breakdown
- Next steps timeline
Step 2: Standard APC (₱3,000)
Your ₱3,000 APC covers the complete publication process:
- Double-blind peer review management
- Copyediting and proofreading
- Professional formatting and journal layout
- DOI registration and assignment
- Permanent online hosting and archiving
- Indexing services
✅ NO HIDDEN CHARGES
The ₱3,000 APC is our complete and final publication fee. What you see is what you pay.
Optional Additional Services
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Additional authors (beyond 6) | ₱300 per additional author |
| Full manuscript reformatting to journal template + publication | ₱8,000 (APC included) |
| Professional English translation services | ₱2,000 |
Step 3: Payment Methods
Convenient Payment Options:
- GCash (preferred)
- Bank Transfer
Complete payment details provided in your acceptance email.
Step 4: Confirm Payment (Reply to Acceptance Email)
After payment, reply to the same email thread with:
- ✅ Payment screenshot/receipt
- ✅ Manuscript ID
- ✅ All author names
- ✅ Payment amount and method
- ✅ Contact number
Publication process only begins after the payment
