NMC Approved Social Sciences Journals List: 2026

So, you’re a social 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 social 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 social 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 social sciences journals, see the list below.




Journal Name Publisher Impact Factor
American Journal of Political Science Wiley Blackwell 4.2
American Political Science Review Cambridge University Press 8.5
American Sociological Review SAGE 9.1
Analytic Methods in Accident Research Elsevier 12.9
Asia Pacific Media Educator SAGE
AWARI Pro Metrics
British Journal of Political Science Cambridge University Press 5
China Report SAGE 0.9
China Review Cluj University Press 1.64
Communication Methods and Measures Taylor and Francis 11.4
Comparative Political Studies SAGE 5.0
Contemporary dilemmas Education, Politics and Values Asesorias y tutorias para la investigacion cientifica en la Educacion Puig Salabarria S C
Contemporary Education Dialogue SAGE
DESIDOC Journal of Library and Information Technology Defence Scientific Information & Documentation Centre
Educational Research Review Elsevier 11.7
European Journal of Political Research Wiley Blackwell 5.3
Higher Education for the Future SAGE
Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication Pro Metrics
India Quarterly SAGE 0.6
International Journal of Criminal Justice Sciences South Asian Society of Criminology and Victimology
International Studies SAGE
Journal of Content, Community and Communication Amity University
Journal of Intellectual Property Rights NISCAIR
Jus Corpus Law Journal Ayush Pandey
Pakistan Journal of Educational Research Society for Social Sciences and Research Association
Political Analysis Cambridge University Press 5.4
Progress in Human Geography SAGE 8.1
Research Synthesis Methods John Wiley and Sons 9.8
Review of Educational Research SAGE 11.2
Social Science Journal for Advanced Research Singh Publication

Why NMC-Approved Social 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 Social 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 social sciences subject.
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