ISSN Registration: Online Process, Fees, Eligibility & Requirements

If you need assistance understanding the documentation or application procedure, Agile Regulatory can help organize the relevant information and guide you through the applicable process. A properly prepared application can make ISSN registration easier to approach and help publishers avoid common documentation mistakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is an ISSN used for?

An ISSN identifies serial and continuing publications such as journals, magazines and electronic periodicals. It is linked to the publication's title and medium.

2. Who can apply for an ISSN in India?

Publishers responsible for eligible continuing publications issued in India can approach the applicable ISSN National Centre. India's National Centre is hosted by CSIR-NIScPR's National Science Library in New Delhi.

3. What documents are needed for ISSN application?

Requirements depend on the publication format. Print publications may require the cover, title page and editorial page, while online publications can require the publication URL and publisher information.

4. Is ISSN the same as ISBN?

No. ISSN is intended for serial and continuing publications, while ISBN is primarily used for books and other monographic publications.

5. Can a journal have separate print and online ISSNs?

Yes. The ISSN system recognizes different media versions, and separate ISSNs can be assigned to print and online versions of the same publication.