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
Geoscience in South West England Ussher Society
Geotechnique Emerald Publishing
Geotecnia Imprensa da Universidade de Coimbra
GEUS Bulletin GEUS - Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland
Himalayan Geology Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology
Hupo Kexue Journal of Lake Sciences Science Press
Hydrogeology Journal Springer Nature
Hydrology and Earth System Sciences Copernicus Publications
IEEE Asia Pacific Conference on Geoscience, Electronics and Remote Sensing Technology, AGERS IEEE
Indonesian Journal of Geography Gadjah Mada University
International Journal of Applied Geospatial Research IGI Global Publishing
International Journal of Astrobiology Cambridge University Press
International Journal of Geoinformatics Association for Geoinformation Technology
International Journal of Hydrology Science and Technology Inderscience Publishers
Iranian Journal of Remote Sensing and GIS Shahid Beheshti University
Iraqi Bulletin of Geology and Mining Iraq Geological Survey
Iraqi National Journal of Earth Science University of Mosul College of Science
Isis University of Chicago Press
Journal of Advances in Modeling Earth Systems Wiley Blackwell 6.8
Journal of Applied Geodesy Walter de Gruyter
Journal of Climate Change Research The Korean Society of Climate Change Research
Journal of Earth Science Springer 3.78
Journal of Earth Sciences and Environment Changan University
Journal of Earth System Science Indian Academy of Sciences 2.0
Journal of Engineering Geology Korean Society of Engineering Geology
Journal of Environmental Science International The Korean Environmental Sciences Society
Journal of Gems and Gemmology Editorial Department of Journal of Gems and Gemmology, China University of Geosciences
Journal of Geo Information Science Science Press
Journal of Geodesy and Geoinformation Science SinoMaps Press
Journal of Geographical Sciences Science Press 5.25
Journal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres 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 Geovisualization and Spatial Analysis Springer Nature
Journal of Hohai University Journal of Hohai University Natural Sciences
Journal of Palaeogeography Chinese Edition Science Press
Journal of Petroleum Geology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Quaternary Science John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Remote Sensing United States American Association for the Advancement of Science
Journal of Seismological Research Editorial Office of Journal of Seismological Research
Journal of Skyscape Archaeology Equinox Publishing Ltd
Journal of Stratigraphy and Sedimentology Researches University of Isfahan
Journal of the Bulgarian Geographical Society Bulgarian Geographical Society
Journal of the Civil Engineering Forum Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada
Journal of the Geological Society of Korea The Geological Society of Korea
Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing Springer 2.1
Kartograficke Listy Cartographic Society of the Slovak Republic
Kartografija i Geoinformacije Croatian Cartographic Society
KN Journal of Cartography and Geographic Information Springer Nature

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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