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National Student Conference on Trends in Computing (NSCTC 2026)

September 23 ,2026

AI and the Future Frontier: Innovations, Ethics, and Society

SCMS School of Technology and Management (SSTM), located in Cochin, Kerala, is a distinguished self-financing institution affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University in Kottayam. Founded in 2003 by Dr. G.P.C Nayar, a renowned educationalist, SSTM, accredited by NAAC with A+ (3.44 Score), was established under the umbrella of the Prathap Foundation for Education and Training. Since then, it has been an integral part of the esteemed SCMS Group of Institutions. SCMS School of Technology and Management (SSTM) is organizing a National Student Conference on Trends in Computing (NSCTC) – AI and the Future Frontier: Innovations, Ethics, and Society 23rd September, 2026, focusing on the transformative role of AI.

The conference aims to foster knowledge exchange, skill development, and interdisciplinary collaboration among students interested in the intersection of computing and machine learning. This conference provides a unique platform for student researchers to explore the latest trends, share insights, and collaborate on innovative solutions in the field of computing. The conference is open to undergraduate and graduate students from academic backgrounds      including Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, and social sciences. Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Gain insights from keynote speeches and panel discussions.
  • Showcase their research findings, projects, and innovative ideas related to solving real-world problems using machine learning techniques.
  • Network with peers to explore career opportunities and potential collaborations.

 

Theme:  AI and the Future Frontier: Innovations, Ethics, and Society

Target Audience : UG / PG students from various colleges

Venue: SCMS Seminar Hall

Tentative Date : September 23 ,2026 Wednesday

Registration Fees : Rs. 300/-

About NSCTC 2026

Department of Computer Applications, SSTM, is pleased to announce the Third National Student Conference on Trends and Computing 2026 (NSCTC 2026). This conference will be held on September 23 rd, 2026, at the SSTM Muttom Campus. NSCTC 2026 aims to provide a platform for undergraduate and postgraduate students from various colleges to share their innovative ideas and insights on the latest trends in computing. With a focus on “AI and the Future Frontier: Innovations, Ethics, and Society,” this conference will delve into the transformative power of artificial intelligence and machine learning, exploring its implications for society, ethics, and future advancements.

NSCTC 2026 invites original research paper from the following area but not limited to, the following:

 Autonomous Systems and Robotics:

  • Next-Generation AI Models:
  • Quantum AI:
  • Bias and Fairness in AI:
  • AI and Privacy
  • Human-AI Collaboration
  • AI in Law and Justice
  • Machine Learning in Social Sciences
  • Robustness and Adversarial Learning

Conference Objectives

  1. To enhance student engagement in AI and ML research.
  2. Provide a platform for students to present their research, ideas, and projects related to AI and ML.
  3. To identify potential real-world applications for AI and ML in various domains.
  4. Facilitate networking opportunities among students interested in various domain of AI of various colleges


The research papers must be original and unpublished. Published work is excluded from the Contest. Any paper subsequently published should mention an acknowledgment of the received award.

  • The official language for paper writing and presenting is English.
  • Only Student research papers will be accepted. It may be co-authored by their faculty guides.
  • The work need not be original in engineering content but should be original in treatment and concise in coverage of the author’s contribution to the subject.
  • The paper must be typewritten on A4 size paper (210 mm × 297 mm), with the text width equal to 183 mm and the text height equal to 243.5 mm; a font size of 10 pt or larger should be used. The two-column IEEE Transactions style (with the space between columns equal to 4.1 mm) is required.
  • The paper should not exceed six (6) pages. Over-length papers will not be considered for the contest.
  • Papers may be mailed to nsctc@scmsgroup.org.

Call for Paper Announcement:

Dead Line for Full Paper Submission:

Last Date for Registration:

Camera ready paper submission:

Conference Date:

July 30, 2026

August 30, 2026

September 8, 2026

September 10, 2026

September 23,2026

 Prize Best Paper Award : Rs.2000/-

 

Important Dates:

  • Call for Paper Announcement: July 30, 2026
  • Dead Line for Full Paper Submission: August 30, 2026
  • Last Date for Registration: September 8, 2026
  • Camera ready paper submission: September 10, 2026
  • Conference Date: September 23,2026

 

 Prize Best Paper Award : Rs.2000/-

To register for the conference please use: https://forms.gle/nft27fkAvM8p9XnCAhthttps

Join us at NSCTC 2026 to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on innovation, ethics, and society. Together, let’s shape the future of computing through groundbreaking ideas, meaningful collaboration, and responsible AI leadership.

Registration Fee : Rs.300/-

Payment : SCAN QR CODE

For inquiries please contact:

Dr. Sowmya K Menon,
Assistant Professor, SSTM,
Contact No: 8921292196

   Ms. C Midhuna Murali,
Assistant Professor, SSTM,
Contact No: 8940846316

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