Call for Papers:IEEE Automation & Control Conferences 2026: Independent Publication & Ei Indexing

For researchers in Automation Science and Control Engineering, publishing in a venue with IEEE Independent Publication status is the gold standard. It ensures high visibility in the IEEE Xplore digital library and guarantees stable indexing in Ei Compendex and Scopus.

We have curated a list of the most prestigious IEEE-supported conferences scheduled for 2026. These events cover the full spectrum from industrial robotics to micro-electromechanical systems.

1. ICCAR 2026 - The Authority on Control & Robotics

The 12th International Conference on Control, Automation and Robotics (ICCAR 2026) is one of the most established events in the field. Known for its rigorous peer review and long-standing association with IEEE, it is the top choice for scholars in vehicle control and intelligent automation.

Conference: 2026 12th International Conference on Control, Automation and Robotics
Abbreviation: ICCAR 2026
Date: April 9-11, 2026
Location: Nagoya, Japan
Focus: Autonomous Systems, Linear/Non-linear Control, Human-Machine Interaction.
Publication: Proceedings are widely recognized and published by IEEE, indexed by Ei Compendex.
Official Website: https://www.iccar.org/

2. IEEE-NEMS 2026 - Automation at the Micro Scale

For those working on the frontier of micro-automation, the 21st IEEE International Conference on Nano/Micro Engineered and Molecular Systems (IEEE-NEMS 2026) is a flagship event. It focuses on the integration of micro-sensors and actuators into automated systems.

Conference: 2026 21st IEEE International Conference on Nano/Micro Engineered and Molecular Systems
Abbreviation: IEEE-NEMS 2026
Date: April 14-17, 2026
Location: Chengdu, China
Focus: Micro-robotics, Micro-actuators, System Integration, Molecular Automation.
Publication: This is a fully sponsored IEEE conference.
Official Website: https://www.ieee-nems2026.org

3. ICRAS 2026 - Robotic Automation Science

The 10th International Conference on Robotics and Automation Sciences (ICRAS 2026) bridges the gap between theoretical robotic science and practical industrial application.

Conference: 2026 10th International Conference on Robotics and Automation Sciences
Abbreviation: ICRAS 2026
Date: June 12-14, 2026
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Focus: Intelligent Control Systems, Mechatronics, Industrial Robotics, Field Robotics.
Publication: Proceedings are typically published by IEEE and indexed by Ei Compendex and Scopus.
Official Website: http://www.icras.org/

4. CRC 2026 - Control & Cybernetics

The 11th International Conference on Control, Robotics and Cybernetics (CRC 2026) offers a specialized track for cybernetics and advanced control theory.

Conference: 2026 11th International Conference on Control, Robotics and Cybernetics
Abbreviation: CRC 2026
Date: September 18-20, 2026
Location: Hefei, China
Focus: Adaptive Control, Cyber-Physical Systems, Biomechatronics.
Publication: IEEE Proceedings, indexed by Ei Compendex.
Official Website: http://www.iccrc.org/

Why Choose IEEE Conferences?

Credibility: IEEE publication signifies that your work has met the highest technical standards.
Citation Impact: Papers in IEEE Xplore generally receive higher citation rates within the engineering community.
Networking: These events attract key players from both academia (e.g., Nagoya University) and industry (e.g., Toyota, Fanuc).