Normal Submission
A structured, quality-focused timeline that ensures rigorous peer review while maintaining a steady publication pace. Ideal for comprehensive longitudinal studies.
Fast-Track Publishing
The accelerated pathway for high-impact research requiring immediate dissemination. Ensures the shortest route to global visibility without compromising standards.
| Feature | Normal Submission | Fast-Track Publishing |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Decision | Within 72 hours | Within 72 hours |
| Expert Feedback | Highly qualified experts | Highly qualified experts |
| Publication Timeline | Online within 22 weeks* | Online within 16 weeks* |
| Total Process Duration | Approx. 30 weeks* | Less than 20 weeks* |
| Additional Costs | None for word count/tables | Same as Normal Submission |
JoWACH incentivizes absolute research quality. Waivers are granted exclusively to manuscripts that demonstrate transformative potential and meet our rigorous Quality Index.
- Outstanding comments from all reviewers.
- High originality and significant contribution.
Papers scoring >90% across 10 critical parameters including Novelty, Ethical Rigor, and Policy Impact potential.
OPERATIONAL COMMUNICATION DIRECTIVE
TIMELINESS IS CRITICAL. OUR COMMITMENT TO FAST PUBLICATION DEPENDS ON ADHERENCE TO GUIDELINES AND PROMPT COMMUNICATION. THE **SUBMISSION PORTAL** IS THE SOLE COMMUNICATION CHANNEL.
THOQN Manuscript Fee Structure
The Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH), published by The House of Quantum Networks (THOQN), has established a definitive fee structure effective January 1, 2026, categorized by manuscript type and processing speed. Submission fees are mandatory at the time of initial submission, while post-publication fees (Article Processing Charges) are due only after formal approval for publication.
High-Impact Research & Reviews
For Original Articles, Meta-Analyses, Narrative Reviews, Systematic Reviews, and Policy Papers, the normal paced investment is PKR 40,000 or USD 200, divided into a PKR 15,000 (USD 80) submission fee and a PKR 25,000 (USD 120) post-publication fee. Under Fast Track, these categories total PKR 70,000 (USD 300–400).
Specialized Reports & Clinical Insights
Audit Reports: Normal costs PKR 30,000 (PKR 10k sub / 20k pub). Fast Track PKR 50,000 (PKR 15k sub / 35k pub).
Case Reports: Normal PKR 20,000 (PKR 10k/10k). Fast Track PKR 40,000 (PKR 15k/25k).
| Manuscript Category | Normal Paced Processing | Fast Track Processing | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Submission Fee (PKR/USD) | APC Fee (PKR/USD) | Total Investment | Submission Fee (PKR/USD) | APC Fee (PKR/USD) | Total Investment | |
| Original / Research Articles | PKR 15,000 ($80) | PKR 25,000 ($120) | PKR 40,000 ($200) | PKR 25,000 ($100) | PKR 45,000 ($300) | PKR 70,000 ($400) |
| Meta-Analyses / Narrative Reviews | PKR 15,000 ($80) | PKR 25,000 ($120) | PKR 40,000 ($200) | PKR 25,000 ($100) | PKR 45,000 ($200) | PKR 70,000 ($300) |
| Systematic Reviews / Policy Papers | PKR 15,000 ($80) | PKR 25,000 ($120) | PKR 40,000 ($200) | PKR 25,000 ($150) | PKR 45,000 ($250) | PKR 70,000 ($400) |
| Audit Reports | PKR 10,000 ($50) | PKR 20,000 ($150) | PKR 30,000 ($200) | PKR 15,000 ($100) | PKR 35,000 ($200) | PKR 50,000 ($300) |
| Innovation Manuscripts | PKR 6,000 ($40) | PKR 24,000 ($160) | PKR 30,000 ($200) | PKR 20,000 ($100) | PKR 25,000 ($200) | PKR 45,000 ($300) |
| Case Reports / Case Series | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 20,000 ($200) | PKR 15,000 ($100) | PKR 25,000 ($200) | PKR 40,000 ($300) |
| Special Communications | PKR 10,000 ($50) | PKR 10,000 ($50) | PKR 20,000 ($100) | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 20,000 ($100) | PKR 30,000 ($200) |
| Short Communications | PKR 7,500 ($50) | PKR 7,500 ($50) | PKR 15,000 ($100) | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 20,000 ($100) | PKR 30,000 ($200) |
| Short Reports | PKR 2,000 ($20) | PKR 8,000 ($80) | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 5,000 ($50) | PKR 15,000 ($150) | PKR 20,000 ($200) |
| Letters to the Editor | PKR 4,000 ($40) | PKR 6,000 ($60) | PKR 10,000 ($100) | PKR 10,000 ($75) | PKR 10,000 ($75) | PKR 20,000 ($150) |
| Comments on Published Articles | PKR 1,000 ($20) | PKR 4,000 ($80) | PKR 5,000 ($100) | PKR 3,000 ($50) | PKR 7,000 ($100) | PKR 10,000 ($150) |
Effective January 1, 2026 | All fees are mandatory for processing. USD values represent international standard equity.