Journal Indexing and Abstracting Services
International Journal of Engineering Research and Science (IJOER)
ISSN: 2395-6992 | Enhancing Discoverability | Global Visibility
"Journal indexing is the process of including a journal in a bibliographic database that organizes and provides access to scholarly literature. Inclusion in major databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, and other engineering databases is a mark of journal quality and is essential for authors seeking maximum visibility and citation impact."
IJOER is committed to achieving and maintaining indexing in the world's leading engineering and interdisciplinary databases. This page provides comprehensive information about our current indexing status, application progress, and the importance of journal indexing for authors and readers.
Current Indexing
Under Review
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1. Why Journal Indexing Matters
Discoverability & Access
- Global Visibility: Indexed journals are discoverable by researchers, engineers, and students worldwide through the search interfaces of major databases.
- Permanent Accessibility: Indexing ensures that engineering articles remain findable and accessible in perpetuity, even if the journal's website changes.
- Library Subscriptions: Academic and engineering libraries prioritize indexed journals for their collections and discovery systems.
- Cross-Platform Discovery: Indexed articles appear in Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science, reaching users across multiple platforms.
Citation Impact & Credibility
- Higher Citation Rates: Articles in indexed journals receive significantly more citations than those in non-indexed journals.
- Academic Credibility: Indexing serves as an independent validation of journal quality, peer review rigor, and editorial standards.
- Author Recruitment: Top engineering researchers preferentially submit their best work to indexed journals, creating a virtuous cycle of quality.
- Career Advancement: Academic promotion committees recognize publications in indexed journals for career advancement.
The Indexing Advantage: By the Numbers
More citations for articles in indexed vs. non-indexed journals
Of researchers use Scopus/Web of Science for literature searches
Academic libraries subscribe to indexed journals
Of promotion committees weight indexing status heavily
2. Current Indexing Status
Currently Indexed In
IJOER is actively indexed in the following databases and abstracting services.
Google Scholar
Indexed since 2016 | Coverage: Full text
All IJOER articles are discoverable through Google Scholar, providing broad visibility and citation tracking.
Verify indexing →CrossRef
Member since 2015 | DOIs assigned
Every IJOER article receives a permanent DOI and is registered with CrossRef, enabling persistent linking and citation tracking.
Verify indexing →Index Copernicus International
ICV 2024: 82.45 | Indexed since 2016
IJOER is evaluated and indexed in Index Copernicus, with an ICV score reflecting strong engineering research quality.
Verify indexing →Scilit
Indexed since 2017 | MDPI Database
Scilit, powered by MDPI, indexes IJOER content with full metadata and citation tracking.
Verify indexing →BASE (Bielefeld Academic Search Engine)
Indexed since 2017
One of the world's most comprehensive academic search engines, BASE indexes IJOER content for global discoverability.
Verify indexing →CiteFactor
Indexed since 2017
Academic Scientific Journals indexing service with broad international coverage.
Verify indexing →WorldCat (OCLC)
Indexed since 2015
IJOER is cataloged in WorldCat, the world's largest bibliographic database, accessible through thousands of libraries worldwide.
Verify indexing →Neliti (Indonesia)
Indexed since 2018
IJOER is indexed in Neliti, Indonesia's research repository, expanding our reach in Southeast Asia.
Verify indexing →Journal Selection Criteria in WoS and Scopus
Inclusion in major databases such as Web of Science and Scopus is based on rigorous evaluation of journal quality, including peer review processes, editorial board composition, publication ethics, citation impact, and consistency of publishing. IJOER is actively working toward meeting and exceeding these criteria for future inclusion.
3. Major Engineering Databases: Overview and Status
| Database | Status | Coverage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scopus | In Progress | Citations, abstracts, metrics | Application submitted; under evaluation |
| Web of Science Core Collection | In Progress | Citations, abstracts, impact metrics | ESCI application submitted; under review |
| DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) | In Progress | Open access journal metadata | Application in preparation |
| Inspec (IET) | Future Goal | Engineering & physics abstracts | Planned for 2026 |
| Compendex (Ei) | Future Goal | Engineering database | Planned for 2026-2027 |
Scopus
Elsevier's abstract and citation database. Includes 27,950+ active peer-reviewed journals from 5,000+ publishers.
Under EvaluationWeb of Science
Clarivate's citation database. ESCI (Emerging Sources Citation Index) is the entry point for new journals.
Under ReviewDOAJ
Directory of Open Access Journals. Indexes high-quality, peer-reviewed open access journals.
Application PrepAbout Journal Selection Criteria in WoS and Scopus
The evaluation process for inclusion in these major databases is rigorous and multidimensional. Key criteria examined by database curators include:
- Peer review processes: Evidence of rigorous, transparent, and documented peer review procedures.
- Editorial board composition: Diverse, international board with established expertise and publication records.
- Publication ethics: Adherence to COPE, ICMJE, and WAME standards; clear policies on conflicts, plagiarism, and misconduct.
- Citation impact: Analysis of citation patterns, self-citation rates, and contribution to the engineering field.
- Consistency and timeliness: Regular publication without interruption; adherence to stated schedule.
- International scope: Geographic diversity of authors, editors, and readers.
IJOER is actively addressing all these criteria through our indexing development roadmap.
4. Understanding Journal Selection Criteria
How Journals Are Evaluated for Indexing
Inclusion in major databases is not automatic. Journals must demonstrate consistent quality across multiple dimensions over time.
Comparative Indexing Criteria: WoS vs. Scopus
| Evaluation Criteria | Web of Science | Scopus |
|---|---|---|
| Peer review policy | ✓ Explicit, documented | ✓ Transparent process |
| Editorial board | ✓ International, diverse | ✓ Qualified, representative |
| Publication ethics | ✓ COPE membership preferred | ✓ COPE, ICMJE alignment |
| Citation performance | ✓ Relative citation impact | ✓ CiteScore, percentile |
| International authorship | ✓ Geographic diversity | ✓ International contribution |
| Publishing timeline | ✓ Consistent, timely | ✓ Regular publication |
| Article quality | ✓ Scientific rigor | ✓ Methodological soundness |
| DOI compliance | ✓ Required | ✓ Required |
Reference Analysis Based on Journal Selection Criteria
IJOER maintains rigorous reference standards:
- Consistent IEEE/Vancouver style formatting across all articles
- Complete reference data (authors, title, journal, year, volume, pages, DOI)
- DOIs included for all cited articles when available
- Regular quality audits of reference accuracy
Reference analysis is one of many objective criteria used by database curators to assess journal quality and consistency.
6. Indexing Application Progress and Roadmap
IJOER Indexing Development Roadmap 2024-2027
Our strategic plan for achieving indexing in major engineering databases.
2024 Achievements
2025 Milestones
2026-2027 Goals
Quarterly Progress Updates
IJOER publishes quarterly updates on indexing application progress. Subscribe to our indexing announcement list to receive notifications when new indexing statuses are achieved.
Subscribe to indexing alerts →7. How to Verify Journal Indexing
Verify Current Indexing
Google Scholar:
- Visit scholar.google.com
- Search for "International Journal of Engineering Research and Science"
- Click on journal profile to see indexed volumes/issues
CrossRef:
- Visit crossref.org
- Enter any IJOER DOI (e.g., 10.xxxx/ijoer.2025.00123)
- Verify DOI resolution and metadata
Index Copernicus:
- Visit journals.indexcopernicus.com
- Search "International Journal of Engineering Research and Science"
- View ICV score and evaluation report
Verify Pending Indexing Status
Scopus:
- Visit scopus.com/sources
- Search journal title
- Check "Active" or "Under Evaluation" status
Web of Science:
- Visit mjl.clarivate.com
- Search journal title
- Check Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) status
Warning: Predatory or Fake Indexing
Some services claim to be "indexing databases" but are not legitimate. IJOER only claims indexing in verified, reputable databases recognized by the global academic community. We do not pay for inclusion in fake indexing services. If you encounter a claim that IJOER is indexed in a database you do not recognize, please verify with our editorial office.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
9. Citation Metrics and Performance Reporting
CrossRef Citation Count
Total citations to IJOER articles
Updated monthlyArticle Downloads
Full-text downloads (all time)
Updated monthlyh-index (Google Scholar)
Since 2015
Updated quarterly10. Contact Indexing and Abstracting Department
Indexing Department
Phone:
Online Resources
Response Commitment:
All indexing inquiries acknowledged within 48 hours
Complex verification requests: 3-5 business days
Our Commitment to Indexing Excellence
IJOER is dedicated to achieving and maintaining indexing in the world's leading engineering databases. We understand that indexing status is a critical factor for authors choosing where to submit their research. We are transparent about our current status, honest about the challenges and timeline, and unwavering in our commitment to meeting the rigorous standards required for Scopus and Web of Science indexing. We thank our authors, reviewers, and editorial board members for their partnership in this journey.
Stay Updated on Indexing Progress
Receive notifications when IJOER achieves new indexing status:
- ✓ Scopus inclusion notification
- ✓ Web of Science ESCI listing
- ✓ DOAJ acceptance announcement
- ✓ Inspec/Compendex application updates