How do I check if a journal is indexed in Scopus?

Search for the journal on JournalsHub.online and check its indexing status badges. Journals with OpenAlex citation rate data and OpenAlex verification are very likely Scopus-indexed. For an official check, search the Scopus Source List at scopus.com/sources.

How do I know if a journal is predatory?

A journal that is not indexed in DOAJ, OpenAlex, or JCR/Web of Science is a strong red flag. Additional signs include guaranteed acceptance, extremely fast review (under 48 hours), high APCs with no waiver policy, and editorial board members who cannot be verified via ORCID or institutional faculty pages.

Is DOAJ indexing the same as Scopus indexing?

No. DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) verifies that an open-access journal meets editorial and ethical standards. Scopus is a citation database run by Elsevier. Many journals are indexed in both, but they are separate systems with different criteria.

How often is the indexing data updated?

JournalsHub updates its indexing data daily from OpenAlex and weekly from DOAJ and Scopus. Impact factor data is refreshed annually when new releases are published by OpenAlex, Scopus and DOAJ.

How do I check if a journal is in the UGC CARE List?

Search by ISSN. UGC CARE Group II accepts journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science, so a Scopus / OpenAlex badge here is a strong indicator. Always verify against the official UGC CARE portal before submission since UGC's list updates quarterly.

How do I check journal indexing by ISSN?

Search the journal's ISSN in JournalsHub's Indexing Tracker. ISSN is the most reliable way to verify because it eliminates ambiguity from journals with similar names. Both print ISSN and electronic ISSN (eISSN) work.

Is the journal indexed in PubMed?

PubMed indexing is shown via OpenAlex linkage when available. PubMed is biomedical-only — for non-medical journals, use Scopus / DOAJ / Web of Science as the primary indicators.

What does indexed journal mean?

An indexed journal is a peer-reviewed publication that has been accepted into a recognized scholarly database — Scopus, Web of Science (JCR), DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE, ESCI, or OpenAlex. Indexing confirms the journal meets editorial, peer-review, and ethical standards set by the database. Being 'indexed' is the most common shorthand for 'a legitimate journal that you can cite or submit to.' Predatory journals frequently claim indexing they don't actually have, which is why an external verification tool is essential.

What is the list of indexed journals?

There is no single 'list of indexed journals' — each database (Scopus, OpenAlex / Web of Science, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE, ESCI) maintains its own. JournalsHub aggregates all of these signals into one search: type the title or ISSN and you see Scopus, DOAJ, JCR, PubMed, and UGC CARE badges on one row. The Indexing Tracker page lists the journals we've most recently verified across all major databases.

Check Journal Indexing Status — Scopus, DOAJ & Web of Science

Instantly verify whether an academic journal is still indexed in Scopus, DOAJ, Web of Science (JCR), or OpenAlex. Our database is updated weekly to help you avoid predatory journals and confirm a venue is legitimate before you submit your research.

Data last refreshed: Jul 30, 2026

4464

OpenAlex Verified

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DOAJ Indexed (OA)

6,266

OpenAlex Citation Rate Available

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International Journal of Pharmaceutics Elsevier BV	`0378-5173`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Human Reproduction Oxford University Press	`0268-1161`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Neurocomputing Elsevier BV	`0925-2312`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Mathematics Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute	`2227-7390`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Frontiers in Public Health Frontiers Media	`2296-2565`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
American Journal of Public Health American Public Health Association	`0090-0036`	Verified	No	N/A	A*	Jul 12, 03:00
physica status solidi (a) Wiley	`0031-8965`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Journal of Collective Bargaining in the Academy National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions	`1941-8043`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Monthly Weather Review American Meteorological Society	`0027-0644`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Chemical & Engineering News American Chemical Society	`0009-2347`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jul 12, 03:00
Экономика и предпринимательство	`1999-2300`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jun 16, 16:17
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery Wolters Kluwer	`0021-9355`	Verified	No	N/A	—	Jun 07, 03:00
International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology	`0975-4415`	Verified	No	N/A	—	May 29, 03:26
Journal of Childhood Obesity	`2572-5394`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	—	May 29, 03:26
Angewandte Chemie International Edition in English	`0570-0833`	Verified	No	N/A	—	May 21, 18:10
Journal of Applied Fluid Mechanics Isfahan University of Technology	`1735-3572`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	—	May 16, 08:33
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Population Research and Policy Review Springer Science+Business Media	`0167-5923`	Verified	No	N/A	—	May 16, 08:33
World Development Elsevier BV	`0305-750X`	Verified	No	N/A	A*	May 11, 05:47
Water Resources Research Wiley	`0043-1397`	Verified	Indexed	N/A	A	May 11, 05:47

How to Check If a Journal Is Indexed in Scopus or Web of Science

Before submitting your manuscript, it is critical to verify that the target journal is actively indexed in one of the major citation databases. Predatory publishers frequently claim indexing that has lapsed, was never granted, or applies to a different journal with a similar name. Here is what each status means:

OpenAlex Verified — The journal appears in the OpenAlex global scholarly catalog, which aggregates data from Crossref, ORCID, and institutional repositories.
DOAJ Indexed — The journal has been accepted into the Directory of Open Access Journals, which requires editorial review and compliance with open-access best practices.
Citation Rate Verified — The journal has citation rate data from OpenAlex citation data (OpenAlex), confirming it meets rigorous citation-tracking standards.

A journal that is verified in all three databases is a strong candidate for submission. A journal verified in none of them warrants extreme caution.

What about Scopus specifically?

Scopus indexing status is closely correlated with OpenAlex and OpenAlex coverage. If a journal has citation rate data (JCR) and is in OpenAlex, it is very likely also indexed in Scopus. For the most authoritative check, you can also search the official Scopus Source List. Our tracker cross-references all available signals to give you the most complete picture.

UGC CARE List — for Indian researchers

If you are an Indian researcher publishing for PhD / NET / API points, the UGC CARE List is what your university tracks. UGC CARE Group II accepts every journal that is indexed in Scopus or Web of Science, so a green Scopus / OpenAlex badge on this page strongly suggests UGC CARE inclusion. Always cross-check the official UGC CARE portal before submission — it updates quarterly and journals can be removed without notice.

How to check if a journal is indexed by ISSN

Searching by ISSN is more reliable than searching by title — many journals share similar names and predatory journals deliberately mimic legitimate titles. Use the search box above and paste either the print ISSN (e.g., 0028-0836) or eISSN (e.g., 1476-4687). Our tracker matches both.

Predatory journal red flags

Fake indexing claims — they list "Scopus indexed" on their site but don't appear in any of our verified badges. This is the single most common predatory pattern.
Guaranteed acceptance in 24-72 hours.
"Global Citation Rate" / "Universal Citation Rate" — these are made-up metrics. These are not standard metrics.
Editorial board members who can't be verified via ORCID, ResearchGate, or institutional faculty pages.
Vague or no peer review details.

Is your journal missing?

We update our indexing tracker daily. If you want to check a specific journal's status, use our search tool.

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