IEEE MAPCON 2026 | IEEE Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation Conference | Call for Papers Open
Overview
The IEEE Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation Conference (IEEE MAPCON 2026) has officially announced its Call for Papers for the fifth edition of one of India's premier international conferences in the fields of Microwave Engineering, Antennas, Electromagnetics, RF Engineering, Wireless Communications, and Propagation.
IEEE MAPCON is the joint flagship conference of the IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTT-S) and the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) in India. The conference is expected to attract more than 1,500 delegates from academia, industry, research laboratories, government organizations, and startups across the globe.
About IEEE MAPCON 2026
IEEE MAPCON 2026 provides an international platform for researchers, scientists, engineers, faculty members, and students to present cutting-edge research and exchange ideas in microwave, antenna, propagation, RF, and electromagnetic technologies.
The conference will feature:
- Keynote Lectures
- Plenary Talks
- Technical Paper Presentations
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Special Sessions
- Industry Sessions
- Student Design Competitions
- Ph.D. Initiative Programs
- Young Professional (YP) Activities
- Women in Engineering (WiE) Programs
- Startup Initiatives
- Technical Exhibitions
- Networking Events
Conference Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conference | IEEE Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation Conference (MAPCON 2026) |
| Edition | 5th |
| Conference Dates | 14–18 December 2026 |
| Venue | Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur |
| Location | Nagpur, Maharashtra, India |
| Mode | Physical (In-person) |
| Organizer | IEEE MTT-S & AP-S Nagpur Chapter and IEEE Maharashtra Section |
Conference Themes
Original research papers are invited in (but not limited to) the following areas:
- Antenna Design
- Antenna Arrays
- Microwave Engineering
- RF and Microwave Circuits
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Computational Electromagnetics
- Wireless Communications
- 5G / 6G Technologies
- Terahertz Systems
- Metamaterials & Metasurfaces
- Millimeter Wave Technologies
- Radar Systems
- Satellite Communications
- Microwave Devices
- RF Components
- Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- Signal Propagation
- IoT & Wireless Sensors
- AI Applications in RF and Antenna Design
Why Participate?
IEEE MAPCON 2026 offers participants the opportunity to:
- Present research before an international audience.
- Interact with leading researchers, industry experts, and policymakers.
- Attend tutorials delivered by internationally renowned speakers.
- Participate in technical workshops and special sessions.
- Network with researchers from academia, government laboratories, and industries.
- Explore collaborations and research funding opportunities.
- Showcase products and innovations through exhibitions.
Paper Submission
Researchers are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers aligned with the conference themes.
Accepted and presented papers are expected to be submitted for publication in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library, subject to IEEE quality review and compliance requirements. Authors should follow the official paper formatting and submission guidelines available on the conference website.
Expected Participants
The conference is expected to attract participants from:
- IITs
- NITs
- IIITs
- IISc
- IISERs
- DRDO
- ISRO
- BARC
- DAE
- International Universities
- Research Laboratories
- Semiconductor Industries
- RF & Microwave Industries
- Startups
- Government Organizations
More than 1,500 delegates from India and abroad are expected to participate.
Who Should Participate?
The conference is ideal for:
- Faculty Members
- Ph.D. Scholars
- M.Tech. Students
- B.Tech. Students
- Research Scientists
- Industry Professionals
- RF Engineers
- Antenna Designers
- Microwave Engineers
- Startups
- Product Developers
Highlights
- International IEEE Conference
- Joint flagship conference of IEEE MTT-S & IEEE AP-S in India
- Five-day technical program
- International keynote speakers
- Tutorials and workshops
- Student competitions
- Women in Engineering (WiE) activities
- Young Professionals (YP) events
- Startup and innovation initiatives
- Industry exhibition
Important Dates
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official conference website for:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Paper Submission Opens | 02 April 2026 |
| Paper Submission Deadline (Extended) | 03 August 2026 |
| Notification of Paper Acceptance | 05 September 2026 |
| Final Camera-Ready Paper Submission | 30 September 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration Deadline | 31 August 2026 |
| Regular Registration | 01 September – 30 November 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 14–18 December 2026 |
Venue
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Conference Dates: 14–18 December 2026
How to Submit?
- Visit the official IEEE MAPCON 2026 website.
- Review the Call for Papers and author guidelines.
- Prepare your manuscript using the prescribed IEEE format.
- Submit your paper through the official submission portal.
- Complete registration after acceptance.
Why You Should Attend?
- Present your latest research.
- Publish in a reputed IEEE conference.
- Meet leading researchers in RF, Microwave, and Antenna Engineering.
- Explore industry collaborations.
- Build international research networks.
- Learn about emerging technologies in 6G, THz, AI, and advanced electromagnetics.
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