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ISSN Number Registration

Give your journal a globally unique identity.

An ISSN — International Standard Serial Number — is the unique 8-digit code that identifies a print or online serial publication, such as a journal, magazine, newsletter, or annual report, distinctly from every other title in the world. In India, it's issued free of cost by the ISSN National Centre, housed at the National Science Library, NIScPR (CSIR), under standards set by the ISSN International Centre in Paris.

Without an ISSN, your publication can't be reliably indexed by libraries, databases, or abstracting services, and many academic bodies won't recognise a journal without one. Our team prepares your title page, imprint page, and editorial details, then files your application correctly the first time — avoiding the rejections that come from incomplete or non-compliant submissions.

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ISSN National Centre · NIScPR (CSIR)
ISSN Registration Record
2249 - 3050
PublicationJournal / Serial
MediumPrint & Online
FrequencyQuarterly
StatusActive
ISSN International Verified
Eligibility CheckTitle, scope & imprint reviewed
Apply OnlineNational Science Library portal
Document VerificationCover, title & imprint pages checked
ISSN Certificate IssuedReady to print & cite
Decoded

What do the 8 digits of an ISSN actually mean?

An ISSN is a language- and country-independent code — it carries no hidden meaning about publisher, subject, or geography. Here's how the number itself is built.

2
2
4
9
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3
0
5
0
First 7 Digits A unique, sequentially assigned identifier with no inherent meaning — simply distinct from every other registered serial.
Fixed Format Always displayed as two groups of four digits, separated by a hyphen, for easy reading and citation.
8th Digit — Check Digit A computed value (0–9 or the letter X) that lets systems validate the code and catch data-entry errors.
Coverage

Which publications qualify for an ISSN?

ISSNs are assigned only to serials — continuing publications issued in successive parts. Here's how the ISSN National Centre classifies eligible titles.

Academic & Research Journals

Peer-reviewed or refereed journals published by universities, colleges, or research institutions on a recurring schedule.

Most Applied

Magazines & Trade Publications

Consumer or trade magazines with a defined title, scope, and regular issue frequency.

Newsletters

Organisational or institutional newsletters distributed regularly to a defined readership.

Annual Reports & Yearbooks

Recurring annual publications from companies, NGOs, or institutions that continue across successive editions.

Conference Proceedings Series

Recurring proceedings from an annual or periodic conference series, published under a consistent title.

Online Journals & E-Zines

Web-hosted serials with a stable, active website and consistent publication pattern, distinct from static digital books.

Institutional Bulletins

Regular bulletins issued by government departments, associations, or industry bodies to members and stakeholders.

Not Eligible: Standalone Books

One-off books and monographs use an ISBN instead — ISSNs apply only to continuing serial publications.

The Process

From application to certificate, at a glance and in detail

A quick view of the journey, followed by exactly what happens at each stage of your ISSN application.

Eligibility Review
Online Form
Document Upload
NSL Verification
ISSN Issued
1

Eligibility & Title Check

We confirm your publication qualifies as a serial and that the proposed title isn't already registered elsewhere.

2

Prepare Title, Imprint & Cover Pages

Your journal's title page, imprint page, editorial board listing, and cover are formatted to meet ISSN India guidelines.

3

Online Application Filing

The application is submitted through the National Science Library's ISSN portal with publisher and journal particulars.

4

Signed Copy & Enclosures Submitted

A signed printed copy of the form, along with required enclosures, is sent to the ISSN National Centre as instructed.

5

NSL Review & Scrutiny

The ISSN India office examines the title, scope, and documentation for completeness and compliance.

6

Provisional ISSN Allotment

For new titles, an ISSN is often assigned in provisional form pending confirmation once the first issue is published.

7

ISSN Confirmed on International Register

Once the published issue is shared with the centre, the ISSN is confirmed on the international ISSN portal.

8

ISSN Certificate Issued

A formal ISSN registration certificate is issued on request, ready to print on your title page and cite in your journal.

Eligibility

Who can apply for an ISSN?

Both institutions and individual editors can apply, provided the publication meets these baseline requirements.

Clear, Distinct Title

A title that isn't identical or deceptively similar to an already-registered serial publication.

Defined Scope & Subject Area

A clearly stated purpose and subject coverage for the journal, magazine, or newsletter.

Consistent Publication Frequency

A declared schedule — monthly, quarterly, annual, or otherwise — that the publication follows consistently.

Editorial Board

Named editorial board members, with senior faculty required for scholarly journals.

Imprint Page with Publisher Details

A complete imprint page listing the publisher's name and verifiable address.

Active, Stable Online Presence

For online serials, a live and stable website reflecting the journal's content and archive.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

Gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your ISSN approval.

Cover Page

PDF or image of the latest published issue

Title Page

Clearly displaying the journal's exact title

Imprint Page

Publisher name, address & frequency details

Publisher Address Proof

Aadhaar, Voter ID, or driving licence

Editorial Board List

Names and affiliations of board members

Website Screenshot / Link

For online serials, live URL or dated screenshot

Institutional Email ID

Official email, not a personal Gmail/Yahoo address

Signed Application Copy

Printed, signed form submitted to the ISSN office

Why It's Worth It

What an ISSN actually buys your publication

Beyond a printed code on your cover, an ISSN changes how discoverable, citable, and credible your serial becomes.

Global Recognition

A unique identifier recognised in over 90 countries

Library & Database Indexing

Easier cataloguing by libraries and abstracting services

Academic Credibility

Recognition needed for many academic indexing bodies

Reliable Citation

Distinguishes your title precisely in references

Barcode Compatibility

Forms the basis of EAN barcodes for retail sale

Wider Distribution

Simplifies subscription & distribution management

Zero Government Fee

Issued free of cost by the ISSN National Centre

Title Protection

Prevents confusion with similarly named publications

After Registration

Keeping your ISSN record accurate over time

An ISSN doesn't expire, but its record needs upkeep — here's what to stay on top of after allotment.

Confirming a Provisional ISSN

Sharing the next published issue with the centre to move a provisional ISSN to confirmed status.

Reporting Title or Frequency Changes

Notifying the National Centre if the title, publisher, or frequency changes — some changes need a fresh ISSN.

Printing the ISSN Correctly

Displaying the ISSN on the title page, cover, and imprint page of every issue.

Maintaining the Website

For online serials, keeping the site active and consistent with the registered details.

Updating Editorial Board Records

Reflecting current editorial board members as the team changes over time.

Consistent Issue Publication

Publishing on the declared frequency to avoid queries from the ISSN National Centre.

Why Hisho & Kanri

ISSN filing handled by people who do this daily

We've prepared enough title pages, imprint pages, and ISSN applications to know exactly why submissions get declined — and how to avoid it.

Publishing Compliance Specialists

Consultants familiar with ISSN India guidelines and formatting requirements.

Fewer Rejections

Title, imprint, and cover pages checked against guidelines before filing.

Transparent Service Fee

Clear service pricing — the government ISSN fee itself is always free.

End-to-End Visibility

You see every stage from submission to provisional and confirmed ISSN status.

Dedicated Support

One point of contact from your first query through certificate issuance.

Secure Documentation

Your publisher and editorial details handled under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about ISSN registration

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

An International Standard Serial Number is an 8-digit code that uniquely identifies a print or online serial publication, distinct from any other title worldwide.

The ISSN National Centre for India, based at the National Science Library, NIScPR (CSIR), New Delhi, issues ISSNs for serials published from India.

No — the ISSN National Centre issues ISSNs entirely free of charge; any fee you pay covers professional filing assistance only.

No — standalone books use an ISBN instead. ISSNs are reserved exclusively for continuing serial publications.

Yes, provided you submit complete publication details and an advanced mock-up of the first issue along with your application.

For new titles, the ISSN is initially allotted in provisional form and gets confirmed once the next published issue is shared with the centre.

Typically 7 to 15 working days once the application, title/imprint pages, and enclosures are complete and compliant.

Yes, online serials are eligible, but they need a stable, active website — inconsistent or inactive sites are a common reason for delay.

Minor changes are simply updated on record, but a major title change typically requires a new ISSN to be assigned.

Because we prepare compliant title, imprint, and cover pages daily, avoid the common reasons applications get declined, and stay on for any follow-up the centre requests.