NJEE operates on established publication schedules designed to ensure timely dissemination while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Regular Publication Schedule:

• Quarterly publication (four issues annually) for established journal titles
• Bi-annual publication (two issues annually) for specialized or emerging fields
• Continuous online publication with periodic compilation into formal issues

Special Publications:

• Thematic special issues addressing current research priorities
• Conference proceedings from significant academic meetings
• Rapid publication tracks for urgent public health or policy-relevant research

Publication Timeline: Standard processing times from submission to publication:

• Initial editorial review: 2-3 weeks
• Peer review process: 6-10 weeks
• Author revision period: 4-6 weeks (depending on extent of required changes)
• Final copyediting and production: 2-3 weeks
• Total timeline: 14-22 weeks (3.5-5.5 months)

Continuous Publication Model: Accepted articles are published online immediately upon completion of copyediting and author approval, receiving DOI assignment and citation capability prior to inclusion in formal issues. This ensures maximum visibility and earliest possible citation potential.

Publication Calendar: Regular issues are compiled and finalized quarterly, with special issues scheduled according to editorial planning and submission volumes. Publication schedules are maintained consistently to support library planning and reader expectations.