BMJ Journal Citation Rate 2026
0959-8138
BMJ
GB
Q1 Quartile Hybrid Top Tier Fast Review
About BMJ
BMJ (B) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Clinical Medicine and Medicine, published by BMJ in GB and in circulation since 1840, catalogued under ISSN 0959-8138. As of 2026, it has a 2022 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 93.30 (Q1 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a hybrid open-access model (APC ~$4250 USD).
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 33 days.
BMJ Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
BMJ has a 2022 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 93.30, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Clinical Medicine research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
BMJ operates a hybrid open-access model — authors may pay an APC of approximately $4250 USD to make individual articles open access, while the rest remain subscription-only. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 33 days — fast by sector standards.
Researchers looking to publish in BMJ should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare BMJ against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for BMJ
- The average time from submission to first decision is 33 days, which is moderate for the field.
- Budget $4250 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Clinical Medicine, Medicine, Public Health. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How BMJ Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0959-8138 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | BMJ |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Established | 1840 |
| APC / Cost | $4250 USD |
| Review Speed | ~33 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
BMJ is published by BMJ, based in United Kingdom and in publication since 1840. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 4250.
In our subject taxonomy, BMJ is classified under Clinical Medicine, Medicine and Public Health.
For prospective authors, BMJ returns a first decision in about 33 days (moderate for its field).
Its citation rate has risen over the last 3 years, from 27.600 (2019) to 93.300 (2022).
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
The impact factor has grown by 238% over the last 3 years (from 27.600 to 93.300), indicating rising influence and citation activity in its field.
Citation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93.300 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2021 | 39.800 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2020 | 30.200 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2019 | 27.600 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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