UPES, established in 2003, is a leading multidisciplinary, research-driven institution committed to academic excellence, impactful research, and the holistic development of students. At UPES, the culture is built on a foundation of innovation, global collaboration, and a deep sense of social responsibility, positioning the university as a ‘University of Tomorrow’ that empowers its community to shape the future. UPES has reinforced its position as a leading university in India and globally, ranked in the 901–950 band worldwide and 21st in Southern Asia in the QS World University Rankings 2026, where it is also recognized as the No. 1 private university in India for Academic Reputation. 

As per the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, UPES now stands in the 501-600 band globally and 5th in India. Notably, in Research Quality, UPES jumped 57 positions in just one year to be ranked 299 globally. It is among the top 2% of universities in the world. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, UPES has been ranked 45 among universities, with a rank of 18 in Law, 36 in Management, and a rank of 43 in Engineering, 45 in Research, and in the 11–50 band in Innovation.

UPES offers graduate and postgraduate programs through its seven schools: School of Advanced Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Design, School of Law, School of Business, School of Health Sciences & Technology, and School of Liberal Studies & Media. The UPES family includes 19100+ students, 1,500+ faculty and staff members, and a thriving community of 38000+ alumni.

UPES has also been accredited by NAAC with a grade ‘A’ and has received 5 stars on Employability (placements) by the globally acclaimed QS Rating. The university has had 100% placements over the last five years. 50+ faculty members from UPES feature among the world’s top 2% researchers as per the Stanford University list.

Building on the success of its previous seven editions, the Electrical Cluster, School of Advanced Engineering, UPES, Dehradun is proud to announce the Eighth International Conference on Intelligent Communication, Control and Devices (ICICCD-2026) to be held on December 4th-5th, 2026. This premier academic gathering will serve as a vibrant platform for researchers, academicians, scientists, and industry professionals to showcase their original research, practical insights, and technological innovations. ICICCD-2026 focuses on the convergence of intelligent communication systems, advanced control strategies, and sustainable technologies across various domains of engineering and applied sciences. With dedicated tracks on emerging themes such as 5G/6G communication, renewable energy systems, robotics, automation, and smart devices, the conference aims to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange to address the pressing challenges of the modern technological landscape.

The Electrical Cluster, UPES, Dehradun, hosted the 7^th ICICCD on October 10-11, 2025. Guided by the exceptional mentorship of Shri Manoj Kumar Dhaka Ji, Director, DEAL, Dehradun as Chief Guest, the conference focused on key challenges in signal processing, embedded system & IoT, microelectronics and semiconductor devices, power electronics, power systems, renewable energy systems & smart grids. The conference attracted over 71 participants from USA, Germany, South Africa, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, India among other countries. The conference held 9 keynote lectures from prominent figures in academia and industry. ICICCD-2025 fostered in-depth discussions and fruitful collaborations, paving the way for continued research in interdisciplinary domains.

The conference invites high-quality original research papers in (but not limited to) the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

• Internet of Things (IoT) & Smart Systems

• Communication Systems & 5G/6G Technologies

• Power Electronics & Electric Vehicles

• Cybersecurity & Blockchain Technologies

• Data Science & Big Data Analytics

• Robotics & Automation

• Embedded Systems & VLSI Design

• Renewable Energy Systems

• Intelligent Control Systems

• Battery Technologies & Systems

Researchers, academicians, and industry experts are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process.

Eminent speakers from academia, industry, and research organizations will deliver keynote talks on emerging technologies and future research directions.

(Speaker details will be updated soon.)

Registration details including fee structure for:

• Authors: INR 6,500/-

• Delegates: INR 7,500/-

• Students: INR 5,500/-

• International Participants: USD 200/-

Selected papers will be considered for publication in:

• Indexed conference proceedings

• Scopus indexed journal (subject to quality and scope)

Accepted papers will be published in Lecture Notes of Network and Systems (Springer – Scopus Indexed).

• Keynote & Plenary Sessions

• Technical Paper Presentations

• Panel Discussions

• Workshops & Tutorials

• Industry Interaction Sessions

• Best Paper Awards

UPES Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

A serene and technologically advanced campus nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, offering an ideal environment for academic exchange.

Platinum Sponsor    ₹ 100000

• Conference registration (includes conference lunch and gala dinner) for two delegates
• Logo in conference proceeding for promotions and advertisement
• Sponsor’s name and logo on conference websites, banners, stationery items, etc., and one representative will be allowed to speak about their advancement in one session during the valedictory/inaugural/ special session
• Two exhibitor's display stalls will be provided during the conference (4 m x 3 m in size)
   

Gold Sponsor        ₹ 50000

• Conference registration (includes conference lunch and gala dinner) for one delegate
• Logo in conference proceeding for promotions and advertisement
• Sponsor’s name and logo on conference websites, banners, stationery items, etc., and one representative will be allowed to speak about their advancement in one session during the valedictory/inaugural/ special session
• One exhibitor's display stall will be provided during the conference (4 m x 3 m in size)
   

Silver Sponsor        ₹ 30000

• Conference registration (includes conference lunch and gala dinner) for one delegate
• One exhibitor's display stall will be provided during the conference (4 m x 3 m in size)
   

Dr. Harshit Mohan 

harshit.mohan@ddn.upes.ac.in

8860290567