The International Journal of Innovative Research in Health Science (IJIRHS) provides the following journal information with reference to the University Grants Commission (UGC) document titled “Suggestive Parameters for choosing Peer-Reviewed Journals”, published through the UGC Public Notice dated 16 July 2025. This page is intended to provide transparent journal information for authors, researchers, faculty members and institutions.

1. Current UGC position

In its public notice dated 16 July 2025 (F. No. 1-1/2018(CARE/JOURNAL)), the UGC confirmed that the UGC-CARE journal listing had been discontinued and that the Commission had approved the Suggestive Parameters for choosing Peer-Reviewed Journals at its 591st meeting held on 24 June 2025. The notice also explains that the archived list of 1,474 journals as on 10 February 2025 is for reference only and that inclusion or exclusion does not imply validation or endorsement by the Commission.

Official UGC notice: UGC Public Notice dated 16 July 2025 (PDF).

2. Journal profile

The ISSN record identifies the journal title as International Journal of Innovative Research in Health Science, records online ISSN 3107-4219, and identifies SN Tech Publication in Puducherry as the publisher. The journal website provides its aims, scope, publication information and issue archive.

ISSN record: ISSN Portal – 3107-4219.

3. UGC suggestive parameters and IJIRHS information

The UGC Annexure-I groups its suggestive parameters into eight categories. The table below reproduces the 35 parameter headings and indicates the information currently identified from the journal's public website and ISSN record. A “documented” entry means that relevant information is publicly identifiable; it does not mean that UGC has assessed or approved the journal.

How to read the status column: “Documented” means that the relevant basic information is identifiable in a public record or on the journal website. “Partly documented” means that additional detail or evidence is needed. “Requires assessment” means that the parameter depends on editorial, article-level or independent institutional evaluation. These are descriptive notes prepared for transparency; they are not UGC ratings, scores or certification results.

4. Editorial and publication transparency

IJIRHS reports that it uses a single-blind peer-review process, with an average review duration of approximately 2 weeks and online publication approximately 1 week after acceptance. The journal reports an average acceptance rate of 70% over the last three years. Complete editorial board details are available on the journal website. All submitted manuscripts are screened using Turnitin before peer review, with a journal-stated similarity threshold below 20%. Authors should also consult the journal's published policies for research ethics, conflict-of-interest disclosure, AI use, corrections and retractions.

5. Indexing and journal record verification

The ISSN Portal record for online ISSN 3107-4219 identifies Crossref and OpenAlex among the services associated with the journal record. Authors and institutions should verify the journal's current coverage directly with the relevant database or service. Registration of a DOI or presence in a discovery service should not be represented as equivalent to indexing in Scopus or Web of Science.

• ISSN Portal – IJIRHS
• Crossref Search
• OpenAlex
• IJIRHS official website

6. Guidance for authors and researchers

Before submitting a manuscript, authors should:

1. Confirm that the journal's aims and scope match the subject of the manuscript.
2. Verify the journal title, ISSN, publisher and contact information.
3. Read the peer-review process, editorial policies and publication ethics statements.
4. Check the article processing charge and any other applicable fees before submission.
5. Review recent issues, article quality, references and publication regularity.
6. Verify indexing and citation information directly with the relevant database providers.
7. Consult their university or institution about its journal-selection and publication requirements.

7. Frequently asked questions

Is UGC-CARE journal listing still active?

No. The UGC discontinued the UGC-CARE listing and subsequently published suggestive parameters for choosing peer-reviewed journals.

Does this page mean that IJIRHS is UGC-approved or UGC-CARE listed?

No. This page provides journal information mapped against the UGC's suggestive parameters. It does not claim UGC approval, UGC-CARE listing, certification or endorsement.

Does the archived UGC-CARE list certify a journal?

No. The UGC's 16 July 2025 notice states that the archived list is for reference only and that inclusion or exclusion does not imply validation or endorsement by the Commission.

Who decides whether a journal is suitable for academic purposes?

Faculty members, researchers, students and Higher Educational Institutions should use the UGC's suggestive parameters and follow the applicable institutional and disciplinary requirements. The concerned institution determines suitability for its academic purposes.

8. Official UGC reference

9. Journal contact information

This page is provided for journal-information and transparency purposes. UGC's suggestive parameters are reproduced in substance for reader guidance. The journal's information may be updated as policies, records and services change. Users should consult the official UGC notice and the relevant verification sources for the latest information.