Introduction
Publication in journals KOKSNVO MNVO RK is a mandatory requirement for doctoral students and candidates for academic degrees in Kazakhstan. Everyone pursuing a doctoral degree faces the same problem: there are few journals, the waiting lists are enormous, and the deadlines for thesis defense won’t wait.
As of 2026, the list of journals of the KOKSNVO MNVO RK includes a total of 172 publications nationwide: 22 Category 1 journals, 142 Category 2 journals, and 8 Category 3 journals. For a country with tens of thousands of doctoral students and researchers, this is extremely few.
Peer review is a separate issue. This stage, in particular, takes the most time. Editorial offices often struggle to find qualified reviewers who submit their reports on time, which drags out the publication process for many months.
In this article, we’ll take a detailed look at the current status of publication queues in various fields, how long it actually takes to publish in KOKSNVO MNVO RK, and how you can plan your publication strategy so as not to miss your defense deadline.
Summary Table: Queues by Field of Science
Below is presented a ranking of industries — from the busiest to least downloaded. Data is based on an analysis a list of journals KOKSNVO MNVO RK and practical experience publications in 2025–2026 .
| No. | Field of science | Number of magazines | Publication Dates | Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pedagogical Sciences | ~15 | 12–20 months. | Critical |
| 2 | Philology and Literature | 12 | 10–16 months. | Critical |
| 3 | Economic Sciences | ~11 | 6–12 months. | High |
| 4 | Social Sciences (Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology) | ~8 | 6–12 months. | High |
| 5 | Psychology | 4 | 6–12 months. | Average |
| 6 | Medical sciences | ~13 | 4–10 months. | Moderate |
| 7 | ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) | 8–10 | 4–10 months. | Moderate |
| 8 | Technical Sciences (Engineering, Energy, Transportation, etc.) | 30+ | 4–8 months. | Low |
A Detailed Analysis by Industry
1. Educational Sciences — the field with the highest course load
Education is, without exaggeration, the most popular field in Kazakhstan’s doctoral programs. The number of authors seeking to publish far exceeds the capacity of editorial boards. Nationwide, there are about 15 journals in the field of education, and each of them is literally inundated with manuscripts.
Average time to publication: 12–20 months. This means that if you submit an article today, a realistic publication date would be in a year or a year and a half. For doctoral students who need to meet publication requirements before their dissertation defense, it is critically important to take this into account when planning. We recommend starting the publication process as early as the first year of your program.
2. Philology and Literature — the second most difficult
Philology and literary studies are also facing a serious shortage of journal space. In the list of journals KOKSNVO MNVO RK there are a total of 12 journals in this field, including publications on tilatan (linguistics) and adebiyattan (literary studies).
Average time to publication: 10–16 months. Along with education, the philological sciences represent a particularly challenging category for publication. These two fields require planning as early as possible and meticulous preparation of manuscripts.
3. Economics — a heavy but manageable workload
Economics has traditionally been a popular field of study, but the situation here is noticeably better than in education and philology. The list KOKSNVO MNVO RK features about 11 journals in the field of economics, and the waiting lists here are already shorter.
Average publication time: 6–12 months. If you choose the right journal and prepare a high-quality article, it’s entirely possible to complete the process in 6–8 months. The key tip is to carefully select a journal that matches the topic of your research.
4. Social Sciences (Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology)
The social sciences—political science, philosophy, sociology, and related fields—are roughly on par with economics in terms of waiting times.
Average publication time: 6–12 months. There aren't many journals in this category, but competition among authors is somewhat lower than in the field of education. It is important to note that some journals accept articles in several related fields at the same time, which opens up more opportunities for authors.
5. Psychology—there aren't many journals, but there aren't many authors either
Psychology is a field with a relatively limited number of specialized publications: only 4 specialized journals. However, the number of doctoral students in psychology is also small, so the situation with waiting lists is balanced here.
Average publication time: 6–12 months. An additional advantage is that there are journals in related fields (education and psychology) that also accept psychological research, which effectively expands the pool of available publications.
6. Medical Sciences — Reasonable Deadlines and Requirements
Medicine is one of the most favorable fields for publication in journals KOKSNVO MNVO RK. The list includes about 13 journals in the fields of medicine and pharmacy.
Average publication time: 4–10 months. In our experience, medical journals have the most reasonable manuscript requirements and a transparent peer-review process. It is possible to work productively with them, and if the article is well prepared, the process moves along fairly quickly.
7. ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)
The ICT sector is represented by 8–10 journals in the list KOKSNVO, including publications on computer science, informatics, automation, and information technology.
Average publication time: 4–10 months. If you have a high-quality article based on current research and sound methodology, you can certainly expect it to be published within a reasonable timeframe. ICT journals generally value practical relevance and the novelty of the approach.
8. Technical Sciences—the easiest category for publication
Technical sciences is the broadest category, encompassing engineering, energy, transportation, metallurgy, construction, mining, oil and gas, the food industry, and many other specialized fields. In total, the list includes more than 30 journals.
Average publication time: 4–8 months. This is the most favorable situation among all fields. Many highly specialized journals receive a relatively small number of submissions, and if the research material is of high quality, it can be published in a very short time.
Practical Recommendations
Based on an analysis of the current situation regarding journal publications KOKSNVO MNVO RK, we recommend:
Plan ahead. This is especially true for the fields of education and philology. If your dissertation defense is scheduled for 2–3 years from now, start preparing and submitting articles from your first year of doctoral studies. Keep in mind that a waiting period of 12–20 months is the norm, not the exception.
Submit high-quality manuscripts. The main cause of delays is not only the backlog but also revisions following peer review. The better prepared an article is from the start, the fewer rounds of revisions it will require, and the faster it will be published.
Choose a journal strategically. Don't submit an article to the most well-known journal just because of its status. Less popular journals from the list KOKSNVO MNVO RK may publish your work significantly faster, while still meeting the same standards for academic integrity.
Consider related fields. Some journals cover multiple fields. For example, a journal on «education and psychology» would be suitable for both educators and psychologists. This broadens your options.
Preparing several articles simultaneously. Don't put all your eggs in one basket. While one article is in the pipeline, start working on a second one. This will help you make the most of your waiting time and ensure you have a steady stream of publications.
Consult the professionals. There’s another problem that many people don’t realize until it’s too late: when a paper is returned after peer review, the author is given literally just a few days to address the comments. That’s an extremely short amount of time, and many simply can’t make it in time—as a result, the paper is rejected, and you find yourself back at the end of the line. If you want to be sure of a positive outcome, entrust the process to those who do this every day.
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Conclusion
Published in KOKSNVO MNVO RK— is a process that requires patience, strategic planning, and thorough preparation. The waiting period varies significantly from field to field: ranging from a critical 12–20 months in education to a manageable 4–8 months in the technical sciences.
The overall shortage of journals—172 publications nationwide—remains a key problem for Kazakhstani science. Nevertheless, an understanding of realistic timelines and a well-informed approach to selecting a journal can significantly reduce publication time and ensure that all requirements for the dissertation defense are successfully met.
We hope this overview will help you better navigate the list of journals published by COKSON MNVO RK and effectively plan your publishing activities. Remember: the sooner you start, the more confident you’ll feel as you approach the final stretch leading up to your defense.
© Academy of Articles, 2026. All dates are listed based on practical experience and may vary depending on depending on specific journal and quality manuscript.
