8th International Conference on
Processing and Characterization
of Materials ICPCM 2026
Join leading global researchers and industry peers to explore the latest innovations, technological advancements, and sustainable practices in materials science.
About ICPCM 2026
The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at the National Institute of Technology is pleased to announce the 8th edition of the International Conference on Processing and Characterization of Materials (ICPCM 2026). This conference aims to serve as a premier platform for fostering scientific dialogue and promoting collaboration between academia and industry. Since its inception, ICPCM has been held annually, consistently achieving success in facilitating knowledge exchange, enabling technology transfer, enhancing academia-industry partnerships, and promoting collaborative research. The conference brings together researchers, scientists, engineers, and industry professionals from around the world to share recent advancements and innovations in materials processing and characterization. ICPCM 2026 will also provide a valuable opportunity for emerging researchers to gain insights and inspiration from distinguished experts, fostering the development of new ideas and research directions.
Scope & Scope Areas
Thematic Fields
Mineral Processing, Extractive and Process Metallurgy | Advances in Ferrous Metallurgy | Advances in Non-Ferrous Metallurgy |
Polymer, Ceramic, and Composite Materials | Advanced and Functional Materials | Materials for high temperature and extreme environments |
Materials for energy storage and renewable energy | Conventional and Additive Manufacturing Processes | Deformation, Fracture and Failure Analysis |
Corrosion, Tribology and Surface Engineering | Critical Minerals and sustainable recycling | Computational and AI/ML in Material Science |
Distinguished Guests
Invited Speakers
Eminent scientists, professors, and industry leaders participating in ICPCM 2026.
Prof. Bikramjit Basu (Chief Guest)
Director, CSIR-CGCRI
Prof. B. S .Murthy (Guest of Honour)
Director, IIT Hyderabad
Prof. Lukas Bichler
Professor, University of British Columbia, Canada
Prof. Michael Auinger
Associate Professor, University of Warwick, UK
Prof. Prakash Srirangam
Associate Professor, University of Warwick, UK
Prof. Indradev Samajdar
Prof. TRR Mohan Chair Professor, IIT Bombay
Prof. Gour Gopal Roy
Professor, IIT Kharagpur
Dr. T.P.D Rajan
Chief Scientist & Head, CMMD, CSIR-NIIST
Prof. Kallol Mandal
Professor, IIT Kanpur
Prof. Somnath Basu
Professor, IIT Bombay
Dr. Himadri Roy
Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-CMERI
Prof. Tapas Kr. Bandyopadhyay
Professor, IIT Kharagpur
Prof. Debdulal Das
Professor, IIEST Shibpur
Prof. Ali Asgerian
Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Canada
Prof. Arghya Mazumder
Prof. Kazi Najrul University
Prof. Snehanshu Pal
Associate Professor, IIEST Shibpur
Dr. Habil. Xufei Fang
Group leader, KIT Germany
Dr. Amlan Kar
Research Scientist III/Lecturer, Southy Dakota School of Mines & Technology, USA
Dr. Kaustav Barat
Principal Scientist, CSIR-NAL
Prof. Arup Mondal
Associate Professor, NIT Durgapur
Prof. Anish Karmakar
Associate Professor, IIT Roorkee
Dr. Mainak Sen
Lead Scientist- Analytical Division. Vedanta Aluminium
Prof. Sudipta Patra
Assistant Professor, IIT BHU
Dr. Parijat Pallab Jana
Scientist-D, CSIR-NIIST
Partner Opportunities
Sponsorship Packages
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Partners & Collaborators
Our Past Sponsors
We are proud to have been supported by leading industry innovators and research organizations globally.
8th International Conference on
Processing and Characterization
of Materials
Dec 3-5, 2026 | Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, NIT Rourkela, Odisha, India – 769008
Schedule & Registration
Important Dates & Fees
Mark your calendars and view our registration tiers.
| Information | Dates |
|---|---|
| Abstract Notification Starts | July 1, 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Closes | September 30, 2026 |
| Registration Opens | October 16, 2026 |
| Deadline for Early Bird Registration | November 10, 2026 |
| Deadline for Late Registration | November 30, 2026 |
| Full Paper Submission | To be notified soon |
| Conference | December 3–5, 2026 |
* Full-length papers will be considered for publication
in the proceedings after the conference.
| Category | Early Registration (up to Nov 10, 2026) | Late Registration (Nov 11 – Dec 3, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting Students | ₹ 7,000 | ₹ 8,000 |
| Presenting Delegates from Academia and R&D Labs | ₹ 8,000 | ₹ 10,000 |
| Presenting Delegates from Industries | ₹ 10,000 | ₹ 12,000 |
| Presenting International Delegates (Online) | US$ 150 | US$ 200 |
| Metallography / Posters | ₹ 4,000 | ₹ 5,000 |
| Attendee & Accompanying Persons | ₹ 3,000 | ₹ 4,000 |
* Registration Fee (including GST)
Our Team
Conference Core Committee
Prof. K. Umamaheshwar Rao
Prof. Santosh Kumar Sahoo
Prof. Soumitra Kumar Dinda
Prof. Arnab Sarkar
Prof. Srijan Acharya
Chief Advisors
Prof. Bankim Chandra Ray
Prof. Atanu Bhowmick
Organizing Committee
Prof. Ajit Behera
Prof. Anindya Basu
Prof. Ankush Arun Kashiwar
Prof. Anshuman Patra
Prof. Archana Mallik
Prof. Debasis Chaira
Prof. Krishna Dutta
Prof. Kumud Kant Mehta
Prof. Natraj Yedla
Prof. Prakash Gulabrao Ranaware
Prof. Prekshya Nath
Prof. Priyanka Saini
Prof. Rajesh Kumar Prusty
Prof. Shweta Shukla
Prof. Syed Nasimul Alam
Publications
Conference Publications
Selected Manuscripts, based on their quality as determined by the conference technical committee, will be published in Conference proceedings (Springer) and Materials Science and Technology Journal (SCI-indexed, Sage Journals) subject to acceptance after peer reviewing
Conference Proceedings
Springer
Materials Science and Technology Journal
SCI-Indexed, Sage JournalsDiscover Rourkela & Venue
About the Venue
Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Location
Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, NIT Rourkela Campus
Visiting Gallery
Explore campus locations and scenic spots in Rourkela
How to Reach NIT Rourkela
By Rail (Rourkela Station - ROU)
Rourkela is a major railway hub on the Howrah-Mumbai line. Cabs and auto-rickshaws are readily available at the station exit 24/7.
By Air (Jharsuguda Airport - JRG)
Jharsuguda (Veer Surendra Sai Airport) has regular flights connecting major Indian cities. Excellent highway connectivity (cab/bus) to Rourkela takes about 2.5 hours.
By Air (Ranchi Airport - IXR)
Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi offers extensive flight connectivity. You can take a direct train or hire a cab to travel to Rourkela via NH143.
Local Attractions & Commute
Local Commute Options
Prepaid taxis, app-based cabs, and autos are 24/7 available outside Rourkela Station (ROU) to Sector-1 NIT Campus.