NMC Approved Dermatology Journals List: 2026

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




Journal Name Publisher Impact Factor
Indian Journal of Dermatology Wolters Kluwer Medknow 1.7
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology Scientific Scholar 3.1
Indian Journal of Leprosy Hind Kusht Nivaran Sangh
Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS Wolters Kluwer Health
Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Cosmetic Science John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Dermatology John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology Wolters Kluwer Health
International Journal of Sexual Health Taylor & Francis
International Journal of STD and AIDS SAGE
International Journal of Trichology Wolters Kluwer Medknow
International Wound Journal John Wiley & Sons
IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Innovative Publication
Italian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology Edizioni Minerva Medica
JAMA Dermatology American Medical Association
Japanese Journal of Leprosy Japanese Leprosy Association
JDDG Journal of the German Society of Dermatology John Wiley & Sons
Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety Joint Commission Resources, Inc.
Journal of Applied Cosmetology World Health Academy and Publishing House
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology Matrix Medical Communications
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy Taylor & Francis
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Cosmetic Science Society of Cosmetic Chemists
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery Wolters Kluwer Medknow
Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery SAGE
Journal of Cutaneous Pathology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Dermatological Science Elsevier
Journal of Dermatological Treatment Taylor & Francis
Journal of Dermatology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Elsevier
Journal of Lasers in Medical Sciences Laser Application in Medical Sciences Research Center
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
Journal of Plastic and Pathology Dermatology Fiderm Srl
Journal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis SAGE
Journal of Skin Cancer John Wiley & Sons
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Elsevier
Journal of the Egyptian Womens Dermatologic Society Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care SAGE
Journal of Tissue Viability Tissue Viability Society
Klinicheskaya Dermatologiya i Venerologiya Media Sphera Publishing Group
Korean Journal of Dermatology Korean Dermatological Association
Lasers in Medical Science Springer Nature
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine John Wiley & Sons
Leprosy Review Lepra
LGBT Health SAGE
Melanoma Management Taylor & Francis
Melanoma Research Wolters Kluwer Health
Mycoses John Wiley & Sons

Why NMC-Approved Dermatology 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 Dermatology 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 dermatology subject.
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