Call for papers at engineering conferences
Engineering progress is driven by people who ask questions, challenge assumptions and share what they discover.
If you’re researching new ideas, developing innovative solutions or exploring emerging technologies, we want to hear from you.
Share your insights. Shape engineering. Submit your abstracts.
By submitting a paper to an IET engineering conference, you’re not just presenting work - you’re contributing to the conversations that shape our profession. Your insight helps others learn, collaborate and build what comes next.
Expert recognition that elevates your impact
Your work will be seen by peers, industry leaders, academic specialists and practitioners who are actively shaping your discipline.
Connections that open new doors
Our conferences bring together global experts.
The conversations sparked by your research can lead to collaborations, new directions or future opportunities.
Experience that accelerates your progress
Presenting sharpens your thinking, strengthens your communication and builds credibility - whether you’re early in your career or well established.
Upcoming conferences accepting papers
Benefits of submitting to our conferences
When your paper is accepted and presented, it will be published and indexed in leading global research databases, giving your work the reach and visibility it deserves:
- The IET Digital Library
- Ei Compendex and Scopus
- IET Inspec
- IEEE Xplore
This increases the discoverability, credibility and long‑term impact of your research - helping it reach academics, practitioners, industry innovators and policymakers worldwide.
At many of our conferences, selected papers presented at the conference will also be invited for consideration in a Special Issue in an IET Journal.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Call for Papers (CFP)?
A Call for Papers is an invitation for researchers, engineers and practitioners to submit abstracts, posters, special session ideas, or full papers for presentation at an IET conference.
Once accepted, you will be invited to present your work during the conference programme, or be included in our poster displays.
Accepted papers will also be published in the conference proceedings and indexed in global research databases, extending the reach of your work.
Who can submit a paper?
Anyone with relevant expertise or research insight can submit - including students, early career researchers and engineers, academics, industry professionals and practitioners.
Call for papers are a great way for early career researchers to boost visibility and exposure, build professional networks, and develop your career.
How do I submit a paper to an IET conference?
All conferences with a current call for papers invite will have a technical scope published with clear submission guidelines. Some conferences will ask for abstracts, others may require full paper submissions.
The conference organising committee will welcome abstracts exploring the topics included in the technical scope. If your work fits well with the topics, follow the submission guidelines to prepare your abstract, paper or poster submission and, and upload it through the event’s online submission portal.
Each accepted paper or poster should have at least one registered author. The author must be present at the conference to present the submission or the paper will not be published.
What happens after I submit?
Your abstract will be reviewed by the conference technical committee.
If accepted, you’ll be invited to submit a full paper (where required) and present at the event.
Are accepted papers indexed?
IET conference proceedings are indexed in major research databases, including Scopus, Inspec and IEEE Xplore, and many conferences will also invite selected papers for consideration to special issues of our IET Journals.
Can I submit previously published work?
Most conferences require original, unpublished research.
Check the submission guidelines for the specific event to confirm eligibility.
Do I need to attend the conference if my paper is accepted?
Most IET conferences require at least one author to present the work. Always check submission guidelines.
What makes a good abstract?
A strong abstract clearly explains the problem you are addressing, why it matters, the approach you took, your key findings or expected outcomes, and what’s new or impactful about your work.
How do I prepare my paper for submission?
Our conferences will have a template you can use, so you simply need to enter your abstract information straight onto the online submission system form.
The following headings are recommended when constructing your abstract: Objectives and context, methods / approach, outcomes and conclusions.
What happens after I submit?
The conference organising committee will review all abstracts and special session proposals. Successful authors will be invited to submit a full paper or more details of the special session for review by the committee.
Successful authors will then be invited to attend and present their work at the conference either by PowerPoint Presentation or Poster Presentation.
Successful special sessions will be presented in the chosen format. All successful authors and presenters will need to pay the conference registration fee.
How can I stay informed about new Calls for Papers?
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When will my paper by published?
Successful paper authors will have their paper(s) published on the IET Digital Library and IEEE Xplore and submitted for indexing in IET Inspec, Ei Compendex and Scopus Elsevier, increasing citations and influence that extends beyond the conference.
We aim for a 16-week turnaround time from conference end date to publication, providing all authors submit the requested documentation by the deadlines provided.