Last Updated on July 1, 2026 by Dr. Bhagat
Clarivate has officially released the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) 2025, presenting updated Impact Factors for over 21,000 journals indexed in Web of Science. The update reflects citation data from the year 2024 and includes both Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE) and Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) titles.
- JCR 2025 includes 21,000+ journals with updated Impact Factors
- 250+ journals received their first-ever Impact Factor
- Journals flagged for self-citation manipulation were excluded
- Ca-A Cancer Journal for Clinicians leads with IF 286.13
- Data reflects 2024 citation data published in mid-2025
JCR 2025 UPDATE What Is New in JCR 2025?
- Latest IFs based on 2024 citation data — the new release reflects citations counted during calendar year 2024
- Over 250 journals received their first-ever Impact Factor after completing the required two-year citation window
- Journals flagged for self-citation manipulation have been excluded or suppressed per Clarivate’s editorial policies
- All Web of Science Core Collection journals now receive a Journal Impact Factor, including ESCI-indexed titles
- Updated quartile rankings and category percentiles are available for every indexed journal
RANKINGS Top 50 Highest Impact Factor Journals — JCR 2025
| Rank | Journal | Publisher | Impact Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ca-A Cancer Journal for Clinicians | Wiley | 286.13 |
| 2 | MMWR Recommendations and Reports | CDC | 196.50 |
| 3 | Frontiers in Immunology | Frontiers | 7.30 |
| 4 | Science | AAAS | 41.85 |
| 5 | IEEE/CVF Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition | IEEE | 45.20 |
| 6 | Nature | Springer Nature | 50.50 |
| 7 | New England Journal of Medicine | NEJM Group | 56.70 |
| 8 | The Lancet | Elsevier | 80.30 |
| 9 | Nature Reviews Drug Discovery | Springer Nature | 62.10 |
| 10 | Cell | Cell Press | 64.50 |
| 11 | Journal of the American College of Cardiology | Elsevier | 27.80 |
| 12 | Nature Reviews Clinical Oncology | Springer Nature | 45.40 |
| 13 | Nature Reviews Materials | Springer Nature | 47.90 |
| 14 | Nature Reviews Cancer | Springer Nature | 60.40 |
| 15 | British Medical Journal | BMJ Group | 23.60 |
| 16 | Nature Medicine | Springer Nature | 45.90 |
| 17 | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences | PNAS | 9.40 |
| 18 | Advanced Materials | Wiley | 27.40 |
| 19 | Nature Reviews Immunology | Springer Nature | 40.20 |
| 20 | Nature Reviews Genetics | Springer Nature | 36.80 |
| 21 | Advanced Energy Materials | Wiley | 24.40 |
| 22 | JAMA – Journal of the American Medical Association | AMA | 51.20 |
| 23 | Chemical Reviews | ACS | 51.40 |
| 24 | Reviews of Modern Physics | APS | 45.40 |
| 25 | Annals of Oncology | Elsevier | 28.20 |
| 26 | Lancet Oncology | Elsevier | 41.60 |
| 27 | Nature Reviews Microbiology | Springer Nature | 39.90 |
| 28 | Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology | Springer Nature | 28.60 |
| 29 | Cancer Cell | Cell Press | 34.30 |
| 30 | Nature Reviews Neurology | Springer Nature | 28.20 |
| 31 | Lancet Neurology | Elsevier | 31.30 |
| 32 | Nature Reviews Endocrinology | Springer Nature | 31.00 |
| 33 | Nature Reviews Physics | Springer Nature | 28.20 |
| 34 | Nature Reviews Chemistry | Springer Nature | 27.80 |
| 35 | Lancet Respiratory Medicine | Elsevier | 24.80 |
| 36 | Nature Reviews Cardiology | Springer Nature | 24.50 |
| 37 | Nature Reviews Disease Primers | Springer Nature | 23.80 |
| 38 | Nature Reviews Nephrology | Springer Nature | 23.40 |
| 39 | Journal of Clinical Oncology | ASCO | 28.40 |
| 40 | Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy | Springer Nature | 28.00 |
| 41 | Energy & Environmental Science | RSC | 32.40 |
| 42 | Joule | Cell Press | 28.40 |
| 43 | Lancet Psychiatry | Elsevier | 28.50 |
| 44 | Applied Physics Reviews | AIP | 11.40 |
| 45 | Progress in Materials Science | Elsevier | 23.80 |
| 46 | Annual Review of Immunology | Annual Reviews | 22.50 |
| 47 | Lancet Infectious Diseases | Elsevier | 27.50 |
| 48 | Gut | BMJ Group | 23.10 |
| 49 | Nature Energy | Springer Nature | 26.80 |
| 50 | Nature Nanotechnology | Springer Nature | 26.30 |
Note: Impact Factor values are sourced from the JCR 2025 release. Rankings may vary by subject category and data source.
DOWNLOAD How to Access the Full JCR 2025 Data
The complete JCR 2025 Impact Factor list is available through Clarivate’s Journal Citation Reports platform at jcr.clarivate.com. Access requires a subscription, typically available through university libraries and research institutions.
For researchers without institutional access, individual journal Impact Factors can often be found on publisher websites, Scopus, and Google Scholar profiles.
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
What is JCR 2025?
JCR 2025 is the 2025 edition of the Journal Citation Reports published by Clarivate, containing updated Impact Factors based on 2024 citation data.
When was JCR 2025 released?
JCR 2025 was released by Clarivate in June 2025.
How many journals are included in JCR 2025?
Over 21,000 journals from SCIE and SSCI are included in JCR 2025.
Which journal has the highest Impact Factor in 2025?
Ca-A Cancer Journal for Clinicians leads with an Impact Factor of 286.13.
Are ESCI journals included in JCR 2025?
Yes, all Web of Science Core Collection journals including ESCI titles now receive a Journal Impact Factor.
How often are Impact Factors updated?
Impact Factors are updated annually by Clarivate, typically released in June of each year.
What citation year does JCR 2025 use?
JCR 2025 reflects citation data collected during calendar year 2024.
How can I look up a journal’s Impact Factor?
Use Clarivate’s JCR portal, Scopus CiteScore, or search on the journal’s official publisher website.
What happens to journals with self-citation manipulation?
Journals flagged for excessive self-citation are excluded or suppressed from the JCR until the issue is resolved.
Where can I download the full JCR 2025 list?
The complete list is available through Clarivate’s JCR platform at jcr.clarivate.com (subscription required).
SOURCES References & Data Sources
- Journal Citation Reports (JCR) 2025 – Clarivate Analytics. https://jcr.clarivate.com
- Web of Science Core Collection – Clarivate. https://www.webofscience.com
- Scopus – Elsevier. https://www.scopus.com
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- Journal Citation Report Web of Science Guide
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