Call for Papers

The, International Youth Conference (IYC) , now in its 13th edition, has evolved into a prestigious platform for young minds, scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and visionaries to unite and deliberate on global issues shaping our future. In alignment with the India@2047 vision, this year’s conference will focus on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it is reshaping industries, education, employment, and governance.

The IYC 2026 invites original, high-quality research papers that explore the opportunities and disruptions caused by AI, with a special emphasis on preparing youth for an ever-evolving global landscape. All full paper submissions will be peer-reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research depth, accuracy, and relevance to conference themes and topics. The topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:

Topic 1

Organizational Behaviour and
Human Resource Management

  • AI-Enabled Talent Acquisition and Strategic Workforce Planning
  • Smart Training and Continuous Learning through AI
  • AI-Driven Performance Management and Goal Alignment
  • Automation and Analytics in Pay Systems
  • Enhancing Employee Engagement, Well-being, and Experience through AI
  • AI, Ethics, and Diversity in Modern HR Practices
  • Strategic and Digital HRM
  • AI-Enhanced Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs
  • Ethics and Governance of AI in Global HR Systems

Topic 2

Innovative Financial Strategies for Economic Growth

  • Financial inclusion through AI
  • Fintech and digital payments for resilient economies
  • Smarter governance with AI in public finance
  • Intelligent Investment and Portfolio Management
  • FinTech Innovations and AI in Banking and Financial Services
  • Sustainable Finance and ESG Analysis with AI Tools
  • Regulatory Technology (RegTech), Compliance, and Ethical AI Use in Finance
  • Automation in Corporate Finance and Financial Reporting
  • AI in taxation
  • Financial literacy in the AI age
  • AI-Driven Risk Management and Fraud Detection

Topic 3

Emerging Technologies for Social Development

  • Harnessing AI and IoT for Smart Cities and Sustainable Infrastructure
  • Youth Empowerment through Emerging Tech: Bridging the Digital Divide
  • AI for Social Good: Driving Inclusive and Equitable Development
  • The Role of Blockchain in Transparent Governance and Public Services
  • EdTech Revolution: Personalized Learning through AI and Machine Learning
  • AI-Powered Healthcare: Innovations for Affordable and Accessible Care
  • AgriTech and Rural Development: Leveraging AI for Food Security
  • Green Technologies and AI: Towards a Sustainable Future
  • The Convergence of 5G, AI, and Edge Computing in Developing Economies
  • Digital Twins and Simulation Technology for Urban Planning and Crisis Management
  • Youth-Led Innovation in Emerging Tech: Startups and Social Enterprises
  • AI and Robotics in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Relief
  • Cyber-Physical Systems and Smart Manufacturing for Economic Upliftment
  • Quantum Computing and Its Potential Impact on National Development
  • Tech Diplomacy and Global Partnerships for Development in the AI Era

Topic 4

Startup Ecosystem Dynamics

  • AI-Powered Startups: Redefining Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Youth-Led Startups in the Age of AI: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Funding the Future: AI-Driven Investment Strategies for Startups
  • Incubation to Acceleration: Building AI-Ready Startup Ecosystems
  • Role of Government and Policy in Fostering AI-Based Startups
  • Ethics and Governance in AI-Driven Startup Models
  • Global Collaborations and Cross-Border Scaling of AI Startups
  • From Ideation to Impact: Nurturing Deep Tech Startups among Youth
  • AI in Market Research and Customer Insights for Startups
  • Startup Ecosystems in Emerging Economies: Leveraging AI for Competitive Advantage
  • Women in AI Entrepreneurship: Bridging the Gender Gap in Tech Startups
  • AI, Startups, and the Circular Economy: Driving Sustainable Business Models
  • University-Based AI Startups: The Role of Academic-Industry Partnerships
  • Digital Infrastructure and Ecosystem Enablers for AI Startups
  • Resilience and Adaptability: How AI Startups Navigate Global Disruptions

Topic 5

AI for Inclusive Marketing

  • Tech-Driven Inclusive Marketing
  • Ethical Marketing and Consumer Trust in the Digital Era
  • Sustainable Branding with AI-Powered Consumer Insights
  • Culturally Aware Content Creation with Generative AI
  • Inclusive Marketing: Reflecting Diversity through AI
  • Local to Global: Empowering MSMEs through Digital Marketing
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) in Experiential Social Marketing
  • Mobile Marketing Innovations for Rural and Remote Areas
  • Data Privacy and Consumer Protection in Socially Responsible Marketing
  • Voice Search and Conversational AI for Accessible Marketing
  • Local Culture, Global Reach: AI as a Marketing Bridge

Topic 6

AI-Driven Transformation in Operations and Supply Chains

  • Generative AI in Supply Chain Management
  • Human-Centric Smart Manufacturing
  • Building Resilient Supply Chains with AI
  • AI for Circular Economy Models
  • Smart and Sustainable Production Systems
  • AI for Quality Control and Predictive Maintenance
  • Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies

Student Poster Presentation

Students and Research Scholars are invited to participate in a poster presentation on the conference themes / sub-themes. There will be a display area where all such posters will be exhibited. The two best poster presentations will be awarded.

Student Poster Presentation

Students and Research Scholars are invited to participate in a poster presentation on the conference themes / sub-themes. There will be a display area where all such posters will be exhibited. The two best poster presentations will be awarded.

Key Audiences & Paper Contributors

  • Academicians and Research Scholars interested in various aspects of leadership
  • Research and Development Managers
  • Representatives of Government / Non-Government Organizations
  • Postgraduate students

Publication of Research Papers

All accepted papers will have the opportunity to be published in reputable journals indexed by
  • Management and Labour Studies (MLS)
  • Journal of Health Management (Scopus & WoS Indexed)
  • International Journal of Environmental Sciences(Scopus Indexed)
  • Management Dynamics
Books
  • Springer Atlantis Press (Indexing as per publisher policy)
Note: A few journals have Article Processing Charges (APCs) as part of the publication process.

Reward for Outstanding Papers

In line with the philosophy of the institute for promoting qualitative contribution in research and academics, the conference has instituted rewards for the selected outstanding papers with a Certificate of Appreciation and a Cash prize of:

RewardsCorporate/FacultyResearch Scholars/ Students
First PrizeINR 12,000/INR 10,000/-
Second PrizeINR 10,000/INR 8,000/-
Best Poster AwardINR 6000/-INR 4000/-

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