DSCHOLAR Basic Open Access Journal Plan Profitability Analysis
Publishing an open-access academic journal is impactful but challenging. For small and emerging open-access journals, DSCHOLAR PRESS INTERNATIONAL offers a comprehensive publishing plan at Rs.42,500/year.
Is it a good investment? Let’s evaluate the value and potential returns.
What You Get for Rs.42,500 per Year?
| Service | Estimated Value (INR) | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Online Hosting | Rs.10,000–15,000 | Journal website and article hosting |
| 60 Articles/Year | — | Quarterly or biannual publishing |
| Crossref DOIs | Rs.6000–10,000 | DOI creation + Crossref membership worth USD 500 included |
| iThenticate Checks | Rs.15,000–20,000 | Built-in plagiarism reports |
| Indexing Support | Rs.10,000+ | Help with DOAJ, Scopus, etc. |
| Editorial Workflow | Included | Manage peer review & submissions |
| Journal and Production Manager | Rs.15,000+/mo | Production & coordination support |
| 50% APC Revenue Share | Variable | You earn half of APC fees collected |
| Total Estimated Value | Spending Rs.42,500/year | Returns worth Rs.61,000+ (excluding APC revenue share) |
Revenue Potential: What Can You Earn?
| Scenario | APC Rate |
Articles Published |
Total Revenue |
Your 50% Share |
Your Investment |
Profit/ Loss (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 – Standard APC | Rs.2,000 | 60 | Rs.120,000 | Rs.60,000 | Rs.42,500/yr | Profit Rs.17,500/year |
| Scenario 2 – Higher APC | Rs.3,000 | 60 | Rs.180,000 | Rs.90,000 | Rs.42,500/yr | Profit Rs.47,500/year |
| Scenario 3 – Low Submissions | Rs.2,000 | 30 | Rs.60,000 | Rs.30,000 | Rs.42,500/yr | Loss Rs.12,500/year |
| 📌 Takeaway: More articles and a higher APC increase your earnings significantly. | ||||||
When Is this Plan Profitable?
Bonus: Crossref membership (~$500/year) is already included!
This plan is profitable when:
You consistently publish 50–60 articles annually
Your APC is Rs.2,000 or more
You actively promote your journal
Final Verdict
For small and emerging open access journals, this plan offers outstanding value with a path to sustainability. You retain 50% of APC revenue and get professional infrastructure without the operational burden.
