{"id":24286,"date":"2026-03-23T15:49:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T13:49:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/a-articles.com\/?p=24286"},"modified":"2026-09-19T16:37:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T13:37:09","slug":"opublikuvatysya-kategoriya-b","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-articles.com\/en\/opublikuvatysya-kategoriya-b\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Published Quickly in a Category \"B\" Journal: Practical Tips for Ukrainian Researchers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This is a hot topic right now. Here's why <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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In 2026, the issue of publishing in Category \u201cB\u201d journals became a truly pressing one\u2014and here\u2019s why.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine issued Order No. 56 dated January 19, 2026, which completely changes the rules of the game for scientific journals. All Category \u201cB\u201d journals currently on the List will remain valid only until June 1, 2026. After that date, only those publications that pass the new rating selection based on a point system will remain valid.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

What does this mean in practice? Some of the journals in which you planned to publish may lose their professional status. The backlogs at the remaining journals are already growing. Prices are already rising. And if you need to get published\u2014the window of opportunity is much wider now than it will be after June 1.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

An article published before June 1, 2026, in a journal that had peer-reviewed status at that time counts\u2014even if the journal later loses that status. That\u2019s why you should publish now, while there are still options to choose from.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

For more details on the Ministry of Education and Science\u2019s new requirements and what they mean for researchers, read our article <\/span>\"New Requirements for Category B Professional Publications in 2026: What Lies Ahead for Professional Journals\"<\/span><\/b><\/a>.<\/a> Here, let's focus on the main point: how to find the right journal and get published quickly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to Find a \"Category B\" Journal with Fast Publication <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Finding a journal isn't just a matter of \"Googling it and choosing the first one.\" Choosing the wrong journal can mean months of waiting\u2014or even rejection. Here's a step-by-step guide:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Step 1. Check the current list from the Ministry of Education and Science<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Start only with the official source\u2014the list on the Ministry of Education and Science website (nauka.gov.ua<\/a>) or at fakh.com.ua<\/a>, which offers a convenient search function with filters by field and specialty. Don't rely on \"the journal where a colleague published three years ago\"\u2014the status of publications changes regularly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Important: Check the journal's status as of the article's scheduled publication date, not the submission date. If the journal loses its status between submission and publication, the article will not be counted.\u00a0<\/p>

Step 2. Look for magazines with the highest publication frequency<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

This is the easiest way to shorten the wait. A journal that publishes 12 times a year has a much shorter backlog than one that publishes 4 times a year. Look for publications that come out 6\u201312 times a year\u2014these are the ones that offer a real chance of getting published quickly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Step 3. Write to the editorial staff before submitting<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Before you spend time formatting your manuscript, write a letter to the editor. Ask: How long is the current waiting list? When will the next issue be published? Are there any openings? It will take 10 minutes, but it could save you months. Editors are happy to respond\u2014it\u2019s standard practice.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Step 4. Check out subscription-based magazines<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Journals that charge an article processing charge (APC) typically process manuscripts faster than those that are free. In 2026, the typical range for APCs is 1,600 UAH for an online publication. For urgent situations, this is a worthwhile investment: You\u2019re not paying to \u201cbuy\u201d a publication, but to expedite the process in a legitimate journal.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What to Check Before Submitting \u2014 A Quick Guide <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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In Category \u201cB,\u201d rejections occur less frequently than in Scopus, but they do happen. And almost always for one of three reasons:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

1. The article does not fit the journal's scope<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The most common reason. The editorial board will simply return your manuscript without review if the topic does not fit the journal\u2019s scope. Before submitting, read 2\u20133 recent issues. If there are no articles on similar topics, this journal is not the right fit for you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

2. The technical presentation does not meet the requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Each Category \u201cB\u201d journal has its own Author Guidelines: font, indentation, abstract structure, citation style, ORCID requirement, and reference list format. If a manuscript is formatted \u201croughly\u201d\u2014it will be returned for revision or rejected outright. Review the requirements before you start writing, not after.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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3. Plagiarism or self-plagiarism<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

All manuscripts are checked by the editorial staff using specialized services. If the text's uniqueness falls below the threshold, the article is automatically rejected.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>