Conference Proceedings
Here is a detailed explanation of the full conference collaboration procedure with INDJCST (The Indian Journal of Computer Science and Technology - e-ISSN: 2583-5300), along with the purpose, roles, process flow, and post-conference services, FAQ's.
About INDJCST
INDJCST is a reputed bi-monthly, peer-reviewed, open-access, international multidisciplinary journal that follows UGC-CARE guidelines. It is ideal for engineering researchers, academicians, and Ph.D. scholars to publish high-quality papers. As part of its mission to promote global research, INDJCST welcomes conference collaborations to support institutions, colleges, and universities in publishing selected conference papers through a structured, ethical, and fast-track process.
Full Procedure to Apply for Conference Collaboration with INDJCST
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✅ STEP 1: Send Conference Proposal (Initial Contact)
What to Do: The organizing committee must draft a formal email proposal and send it to INDJCST's editorial office. This proposal should include:
📄 Details Required:
- Full Conference Title
- Conference Theme/Topic (Ex: Emerging Trends in Engineering & Technology)
- Date(s) of the Conference
- Venue (Online / Offline / Hybrid)
- Name of Organizing Institution / University / Department
- Total number of expected research papers to be submitted
- A brief about review/selection process (if any)
- Conference website or brochure (if available)
- Convenor/Chairperson contact details (Name, Email, WhatsApp/Phone)
📬 Email Address:
[email protected], [email protected]
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✅ STEP 2: Proposal Evaluation & Editorial Approval
Once your email is received:
The Editorial Board at INDJCST will carefully review the proposal for:
- Academic value
- Scope alignment with the journal
- Ethical standards
- Expected paper count and quality
If accepted, you will receive:
- Confirmation email
- Editable MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) for mutual agreement
- A dedicated editorial point of contact
📅 Turnaround Time: Within 1 to 3 working days
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✅ STEP 3: MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) Signing
The MOU (agreement) defines the responsibilities of both parties. It includes:
📜 Contents of MOU:
- Number of papers to be considered
- Discounted publication charges per paper (based on quantity)
- Review responsibility (Conference or Journal or Shared)
- Plagiarism and originality check guidelines
- Deadlines for article submission
- Mode of communication and support
- Certificate or acknowledgment requirements
Once both parties sign the MOU, the collaboration is officially confirmed.
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✅ STEP 4: Paper Submission & Review Process
The Conference Committee must ensure authors follow INDJCST's submission format.
📂 Submission Guidelines:
- Title, Abstract, Keywords, and References
- IEEE or APA style referencing
- Originality Report (Plagiarism below 20%)
- PDF or Word format only
Review Options:
- Option A: Conference Committee reviews and sends only accepted papers.
- Option B: INDJCST arranges peer-review through its panel.
Each paper undergoes:
- Plagiarism Check
- Peer-Review or Quick Editorial Review
- Revisions (if needed)
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✅ STEP 5: Publication & Indexing
Once papers are accepted:
- Final formatted papers are published in a special conference issue or regular issue.
- Each article receives:
- e-Certificate of Publication
- DOI (Digital Object Identifier)
- Open-access indexing (Google Scholar, CrossRef, ResearchGate, etc.)
- Journal issue with e-ISSN: 2583-5300
📢 Timeline: Publication within 5–10 days after final approval.
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✅ STEP 6: Post-Publication Support
After publication:
- INDJCST provides a final report with a list of articles, authors, and DOIs.
- The journal acknowledges the conference and institution name on the website (optional).
- If required, journal staff can support paper presentations or Q&A sessions during the conference.
🎁 Why Collaborate with INDJCST?
| Feature | Benefit to Conference Organizers |
|---|---|
| ✅ UGC-CARE Guidelines | Credible and recognized by academic institutions |
| ✅ Fast Publication | Get papers published within days after the event |
| ✅ Low Cost per Paper | Special discount pricing for conference bulk papers |
| ✅ DOI & Indexing | Professional academic identity for each article |
| ✅ Certificates for Authors | Publication Certificate provided with journal info |
| ✅ Author Dashboard | All authors get login access to track their paper |
| ✅ Multidisciplinary Scope | Accepts papers from all Engineering, CS, Science |
| ✅ Open Access | Global visibility – No paywall to access research |