ICITSM 2026 – International Conference on Information Technology, Civil Innovation, Science & Management

ICITSM 2026 – International Conference on Information Technology, Civil Innovation, Science & Management

ICITSM 2026 is the 2nd International Conference on Information Technology, Civil Innovation, Science and Management, scheduled to be held on 20th and 21st August 2026 at Tontadarya College of Engineering, Gadag, Karnataka. The conference will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend and present their research either online or offline.

The conference provides a multidisciplinary platform for researchers, academicians, students, research scholars, industry professionals and innovators to present their latest research, exchange knowledge and explore opportunities for collaboration. The event focuses on connecting different areas of technology, engineering, science and management to address emerging challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Conference Focus

ICITSM 2026 brings together three major areas of research:

Information Technology:
The conference explores emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT), cybersecurity and smart systems. These technologies are increasingly transforming digital services, industries and modern society.

Civil Innovation:
The civil engineering component focuses on areas such as sustainable construction, smart infrastructure, green engineering and innovative approaches to infrastructure development. The objective is to encourage environmentally responsible and technologically advanced solutions.

Science & Management:
The conference also encourages interdisciplinary research connecting scientific developments with management practices, helping organizations and institutions adopt innovative strategies and improve decision-making.

Objectives of the Conference

ICITSM 2026 aims to:

• Provide a platform for researchers and professionals to present innovative research.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration between technology, engineering, science and management.
• Promote research and innovation addressing real-world challenges.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing between academia and industry.
• Encourage students and research scholars to participate in research activities.
• Create opportunities for professional networking and future collaborations.
• Explore emerging technologies and sustainable solutions for society.

Venue

The conference will be hosted at Tontadarya College of Engineering (TCE), Gadag, Karnataka – 582101. TCE is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and is approved by AICTE. The institution’s Centre for Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation (CERI) supports research, entrepreneurship, innovation, product development, patents, industry collaboration and skill development.

Important Dates

• Paper Submission Deadline: 1 August 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 6 August 2026
• Full-Length Paper Submission & Author Registration: 14 August 2026
• Conference: 20–21 August 2026

Participation

The conference welcomes UG and PG students, research scholars, academicians, faculty members, industry professionals and other interested participants. Authors can submit research papers for consideration, while attendees can participate as conference listeners.

The organizers have also announced a Best Paper Award for each track, and registered paper authors will receive an individual participation certificate.

Publication

Accepted and registered papers will be considered for publication as conference proceedings or book chapters, subject to peer review, editorial evaluation and publisher approval. The conference website identifies Bentham Science Publishers as an official publication partner and states that proceedings/chapters are intended for consideration for indexing, including Scopus.

Significance for Gadag

ICITSM 2026 is an important academic and technology-focused event for Gadag district, bringing researchers, students, academics and industry professionals together at a local institution. The conference can contribute to greater awareness of research and innovation in the district while providing students and young researchers with opportunities to present their ideas, interact with experts and build professional networks.

Overall, ICITSM 2026 represents an opportunity to connect technology, civil engineering, science and management through interdisciplinary research and innovation, while highlighting Gadag as a venue for academic and professional events.