NMC Approved Earth And Planetary Sciences Journals List: 2026

So, you’re a earth and planetary sciences professional eager to stay updated with the latest research and trends?

Well, look no further! We’ve got you covered with a list of NMC-approved earth and planetary sciences journals that are sure to quench your thirst for knowledge.

These journals are recognized under National Medical Commission (NMC) for their high quality, reliability, and relevance to the earth and planetary sciences field.

Whether you’re a researcher or an author, these publications offer valuable insights, expert opinions, and groundbreaking studies that can enhance your practice and contribute to the advancement of the sector.

For the most recent list of NMC-approved earth and planetary sciences journals, see the list below.




Journal Name Publisher Impact Factor
Iraqi Bulletin of Geology and Mining Iraq Geological Survey
Iraqi Geological Journal Union of Iraqi Geologists
Iraqi National Journal of Earth Science University of Mosul College of Science
Irish Journal of Earth Sciences Royal Irish Academy
Island Arc John Wiley & Sons
Issledovanie Zemli iz Kosmosa, Earth Research from Space Harwood Academic Publishers
Italian Journal of Geosciences Societa Geologica Italiana
Izvestiya, Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics Pleiades Publishing
Japanese Magazine of Mineralogical and Petrological Sciences Japanese Association of Mineralogists Petrologists and Economic Geologists
JGE Jurusan Teknik Geofisika Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung
JGEET Journal of Geoscience, Engineering, Environment and Technology UIR Press
Jilin Daxue Xuebao Diqiu Kexue Ban Journal of Jilin University Earth Science Edition Editorial Board of Jilin University
Journal of African Earth Sciences Elsevier
Journal of Applied Geophysics Elsevier
Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology American Meteorological Society
Journal of Asian Earth Sciences Elsevier
Journal of Atmospheric and Solar Terrestrial Physics Elsevier
Journal of Cave and Karst Studies National Speleological Society Inc.
Journal of Chengdu University of Technology Science and Technology Edition Chengdu University of Technology
Journal of Climate American Meteorological Society
Journal of Earth Energy Engineering Universitas Islam Riau (UIR) Press
Journal of Earth Science Springer 3.78
Journal of Earth System Science Indian Academy of Sciences 2.0
Journal of Earthquake and Tsunami World Scientific
Journal of Economic Geology Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
Journal of Gemmology Gem-A, The Gemmological Association of Great Britain
Journal of Gems and Gemmology Editorial Department of Journal of Gems and Gemmology, China University of Geosciences
Journal of Geochemical Exploration Elsevier
Journal of Geodesy Springer Nature
Journal of Geodesy and Geoinformation Science SinoMaps Press
Journal of Geodynamics Elsevier
Journal of GeoEngineering Taiwan Geotechnical Society
Journal of Geographical Sciences Science Press 5.25
Journal of Geology University of Chicago Press
Journal of Geomechanics Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences Institute of Geomechanics
Journal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geophysical Research Earth Surface John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geophysical Research Oceans John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geophysical Research Planets John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geophysical Research Solid Earth John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geophysical Research Space Physics John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Geosciences Czech Republic Czech Geological Survey
Journal of Glaciology Cambridge University Press
Journal of Glaciology and Geocryology Science China Press
Journal of Himalayan Earth Sciences National Centre of Excellence in Geology
Journal of Hydrometeorology American Meteorological Society
Journal of Iberian Geology Springer Nature
Journal of Mediterranean Earth Sciences Universita' degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza'
Journal of Metamorphic Geology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Micropalaeontology Copernicus Publications

Why NMC-Approved Earth And Planetary Sciences Journals?

  • Promotion eligibility: Indian medical college faculty must publish in NMC-recognized journals for promotions (Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor).
  • Postgraduate seat sanctioning: Departments need NMC-recognized publications for MD/MS/DM/MCh seat allocation.
  • Trust signal: NMC-recognized journals follow ethical standards and credible peer review.
  • Indexing: All NMC-approved journals appear in at least one of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, or DOAJ.

Tips for Submitting to NMC-Approved Earth And Planetary Sciences Journals

  1. Verify indexing on the journal’s page before submission.
  2. Match scope — read 5 recent papers in your target journal.
  3. Avoid predatory journals mimicking NMC-approved names.
  4. Check turnaround time if you have grant or thesis deadlines.
  5. Use our Advanced Journal Finder to filter by Scopus/PubMed/WOS for your earth and planetary sciences subject.
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