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DEPT. OF CSE / DS / CSE(IOT & CS) — T. JOHN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BANGALORE

International Conference on
Recent Advancements in Technology & Engineering

IC-RATE 2026 — November 4, 2026

"Innovations in Digital Transformation, and Sustainable Engineering and Strategic Management"

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About

IC-RATE 2026

The 2nd International Conference on Recent Advancements in Technology and Engineering (IC-RATE 2026) is an annual international conference organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, T. John Institute of Technology (TJIT), Bangalore, in association with the Department of Data Science and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (IoT & CS). The conference will be held on November 4, 2026, in Bangalore, India, with a focus on emerging innovations in digital transformation, sustainable engineering, and strategic management.

Under the theme "Innovations in Digital Transformation, and Sustainable Engineering and Strategic Management" , IC-RATE 2026 provides a dynamic platform for students, researchers, academicians, innovators, technologists, industry professionals, and experts to present their latest research, exchange knowledge, and explore emerging technological developments. The conference brings together diverse perspectives from computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, information technology, sustainable engineering, digital innovation, intelligent systems, and strategic management, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.

The conference aims to encourage meaningful academic and industry collaboration, promote innovative research, and provide opportunities for participants to discuss emerging challenges and practical solutions. IC-RATE 2026 seeks to contribute towards a sustainable, digitally empowered, technologically innovative, and strategically driven future.

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Important Dates

August 16, 2026

Paper Submission Starts

October 16, 2026

Paper Submission Deadline

October 20, 2026

Notification of Acceptance

October 24, 2026

Camera Ready Submission

November 4, 2026

Main Conference Date

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

Vision & Mission

Empowering students through quality education, innovation, research, and industry-oriented learning for a technologically advanced and socially responsible future.

Vision

To develop as a top-notch department of excellence in Computer Science and Engineering in terms of quality education, training, research, and teaching environment that will help students to be capable of addressing the modern Computing industry with global standards for the betterment of Society through the most appropriate and Ethical practices by social and industry-based projects and training.

Mission

M1

To develop holistic, professional competencies and abilities to be successful in the area of career and life.

M2

To develop technical skills to solve complex technological problems of industry and society.

M3

To mould innovative engineers with social and ethical values.

M4

To provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning through high-quality education, training, and research opportunities.

Registration

Conference Fees

Registration fees for IC-RATE 2026 participants.

TJIT participants

₹300 /person

Online Participants

₹500 /team

Outside Participants

₹350 /person

Participants from outside TJIT

Industry Participants

₹1,200 /team

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Call for Papers

Technical Tracks

We invite research contributions across eight major tracks, covering emerging technologies, digital transformation, sustainable engineering, and strategic management.

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Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • Deep Learning Models
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Computer Vision and Image Processing
  • Reinforcement Learning

Data Science & Analytics

  • Big Data Architectures (Hadoop, Spark)
  • Statistical Modeling and Data Mining
  • Business Intelligence & Visualization
  • Ethical Data Handling

IoT & Smart Systems

  • IoT Security and Privacy
  • Edge/Fog Computing for IoT
  • Smart City and Healthcare Applications
  • Sensor Networks and Wireless Communications

Cloud & Edge Computing

  • Serverless and Microservices Architectures
  • Cloud Security and Compliance
  • Virtualization and Containerization
  • Distributed Systems

Security & Blockchain

  • Cryptography and Network Security
  • Malware Analysis and Detection
  • Decentralized Applications (dApps)
  • Forensics and Incident Response

Software Engineering

  • Agile and DevOps Methodologies
  • Software Quality Assurance
  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
  • Software Architecture Patterns

Sustainable Engineering & Green Technologies

  • Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
  • Green Computing and Sustainable IT
  • Smart Infrastructure and Sustainable Cities
  • Environmental Monitoring and Technologies

Strategic Management & Business Innovation

  • Strategic Leadership and Decision Making
  • Digital Transformation Strategies
  • Business Analytics and Innovation
  • Technology Management and Entrepreneurship
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Keynotes

Featured Speakers

Insights from global leaders in technology and innovation.

Chandrashekar Ramanathan

Professor & Head, DPI Division, IIIT-B

Dr. Chandrashekar Ramanathan

Professor Chandrashekar Ramanathan has been associated with International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) since 2007. His expertise includes Data Science, Software Engineering, Software Architecture, Data Analytics, Database Design, and Large-Scale Application Development. He holds a Ph.D. from Mississippi State University.

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Nirbhay Choubey

Team Lead at Bloomberg

Mr. Nirbhay Choubey

With over a decade of software engineering experience, he specializes in database systems and scalable enterprise solutions. His expertise spans C/C++, Go, Python, and application frameworks, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, innovative problem-solving, and collaborative engineering.

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Location

Conference Venue

TJIT Campus

T. John Institute of Technology, Bangalore

Address:
88/1, Gottigere, Bannerghatta Road,
Bangalore — 560083, Karnataka, India

Established in 2006 and affiliated to VTU, approved by AICTE. Modern conference halls, ample parking, well connected by road — 20 km from Bangalore City Railway Station, 50 km from Kempegowda International Airport.

Vision To achieve excellence in delivering quality education of global standards, coupled with innovative practices using advanced technology and expertise, transforming the student community into potential global leaders with accountability to meet the societal, national and dynamic global challenges.

Mission
To bring about their overall personality development, fostering a caring and creative. Environment that emphasizes physical, social and intellectual development in career and life.
To instill a sense of understanding, remarkable resilience and enduring adaptation to a diverse, competitive and dynamic society through lifelong learning, employment and entrepreneurship.
To create and nurture a learning and knowledge-based environment, conducive to the pursuit of quality education which would transform a socially responsible generation to act on their professional values and beliefs.

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Committee

Organizing Committee

The team behind IC-RATE 2026.

Institutional Leadership

Dr. Thomas John

Chief Patron

Dr. Thomas John

Chairman,T. John Group of Institutions

Dr. H P Srinivasa

Patron

Dr. H P Srinivasa

Principal,T. John Institute of Technology

Advisory Committee

K G Mohan Gaindasa Kabadi

Dr. K G Mohan

Professor & DRC Chair, Dept. of CSE,

GITAM University, Bangalore

Dr. S N Chandrashekara

Dr. S N Chandrashekara

Professor & Principal

Gopalan College of Engineering and Management Bangaluru

Dr. Jeevanandam J

Dr. Jeevanandam J

Executive Director - Alliance Online

Bangalore, Karnataka

Mr. M Dineshkumar

Mr. M Dineshkumar

President, 4D Consulting, Bonn, Germany

Director, Digital Platforms & Portals, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH, Germany

Dr. Mahendran G

Dr. Mahendran G

Professor & Vice Principal

Syed Ammal Engineering College, Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu

Dr. Jebashini P

Dr. Jebashini P

Associate Professor

Kualalumpur University of Science & Technology, Malaysia

Dr. Christeena Joseph

Dr. Christeena Joseph

Associate Professor

SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Dr. Smitha K

Dr. Smitha K

Professor & Head,Department of CSE

HKBK College of Engineering, Bangalore, Karnataka

Dr. M Sathya

Dr. M Sathya

Professor & Vice Principal

Nadar Saraswathi College of Engineering & Technology, Theni, Tamil Nadu

Dr. Keshava Munegowda

Dr. Keshava Munegowda

Technical Leader at Dell Technologies

Bangalore, Karnataka

Organizing Committee

Dr. Suma R

Chair Person

Dr. Suma R

Professor & Head,Department of CSE

Dr. Prabha R

Convener

Dr. Prabha R

Professor,Department of CSE

Dr. Shanthala PT

Co-Convener

Dr. Shanthala PT

Associate Professor,Department of CSE

Functional Committees

Technical Committee

  • Dr. Chaya R
  • Dr. S Sudhakar
  • Dr. Rajashekar Reddy

Program Committee

  • Dr. Sajithra Varun
  • Dr. Jerald Prasath
  • Ms. Nayana N

Publication Committee

  • Dr. E. Praynlin
  • Ms. Sharada H. P

Finance Committee

  • Dr. Prabha R
  • Dr. Shanthala PT
  • Ms. Nikitha V P

Registration & Hospitality Committee

  • Ms. Thejaswi Nandyala
  • Ms. Y Sreevani
  • Ms. Alisha Abraham
  • Ms. Shinchana

Publicity & Promotion Committee

  • Dr. Santhosh PK
  • Ms. Syeda Tameema

Logistics & Infrastructure Committee

  • Ms. Tabassum
  • Ms. Smitha H
  • Ms. Suganya
  • Mr. Mayuresh
  • Mr. Pradeep
  • Mr. Lohit

Student Organizing Committee

  • Ms. Priyanka S.Pai
  • Mr. Pavan R
  • Ms. Afreen Jamaldeen Maidur
  • Ms. Kulsum Aftab
  • Mr. Harsha C
  • Ms. Harshitha K

Student Technical Committee

  • Mr. Harsha C
  • Mr. Charan Sai A
  • Ms. Neha Sunil
  • Ms. Syeda Umme Kulsoom
  • Mr. Rohit
  • Ms. Sowjanya