6-8 January 2010

THE FIFTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Engineering
a more intelligent
& sustainable future.
Advances in Industrial Engineering Applications
Innovations and Sustainable Practices in Industrial Engineering

Department ofIndustrial Engineering

ABOUT THE HOST
Advancing systems.
Shaping engineering leaders.
The Department of Industrial Engineering at Anna University, Chennai, is dedicated to excellence in education, research and innovation. Its work focuses on optimising complex systems, improving productivity and integrating advanced technologies to prepare future engineering leaders and industry professionals.
Through rigorous academic training, advanced laboratories, experienced faculty and industrial collaboration, the department connects fundamental knowledge with solutions to real-world engineering challenges.
Discover the research agendaA DISTINGUISHED CONFERENCE LEGACY
Four completed editions.
A tradition of excellence.
Since 2010, ICAIEA has brought the Industrial Engineering community together at Anna University, connecting scholarship, practice and visionary national leadership.
6-8 January 2014
His Excellency Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Former President of India & Indian Scientist3-5 January 2018
Third ICAIEA edition
Advancing Industrial Engineering Applications2-4 June 2022
Dr. K. Sivan
Former Chairman, ISRO & Indian ScientistINDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING, REIMAGINED
Intelligent decisions
Generative AI, decision support and human-AI collaboration
Connected operations
Robotics, automation and predictive maintenance
Sustainable systems
Circular economy, low-carbon and resilient operations
Human-centred progress
Worker safety, responsible AI and ethical governance
YOUR JOURNEY TO ICAIEA
Mark the milestones.
Abstract submission
Original abstracts, up to 250 words
Acceptance notification
Review outcome shared with authors
Early bird registration
Early registration deadline
Full paper submission
For accepted abstracts only
ICAIEA 2026
Three days. One connected community.
THE RESEARCH AGENDA
Many disciplines.
Shared possibilities.
Explore all 43 conference topics, organised here into five themes for easy discovery. Related research is welcome.
43 topics
Artificial Intelligence
Big Data Analytics
Industry 4.0
Machine Learning & Deep Learning
Knowledge Management
Enterprise Resource Planning
Software Quality Engineering
Application of Meta-heuristics
Applied Operations Research
Design of Experiments
Engineering Optimization
Financial Engineering
Industrial Scheduling
Optimization Techniques
Systems Modeling and Simulation
Taguchi Techniques
Cellular Manufacturing
Engineering Quality Control
Just In Time Manufacturing
Lean Six Sigma
Modern Manufacturing Management
Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Product Design and Development
Reliability Engineering and Maintenance
Robotics, AS/RS, Factory Automation
Total Productive Maintenance
Total Quality Management
Business Process Re-engineering
Customer Relationship Management
Facility Location and Layout Design
Inventory and Materials Management
Operations Management
Physical Asset Management
Project Management
Strategic and Organizational Management
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Applied Ergonomics
Circular Economy
Healthcare Management
Safety, Security and Risk Management
Safety Engineering
Sustainable Operations
And Other Related Topics
Topic groups are for navigation; final presentation tracks will be arranged by the committee.
RECOGNISING RESEARCH EXCELLENCE
Remarkable work.
Deserved recognition.
Celebrating contributions that move Industrial Engineering forward.
Best Paper Award
in Each Track
Recognition for outstanding research presented across the conference tracks.
Best Thesis Award
for Doctoral Thesis
Indicate your interest and provide your thesis details in the abstract submission form.
BRING YOUR RESEARCH TO THE CONVERSATION
Your next contribution
starts with 250 words.
Original, unpublished research. Meaningful findings. A clear contribution to Industrial Engineering.
Prepare your abstract
Maximum 250 words. Include the objective, methodology, key findings and contribution. Add 3-5 keywords.
Submit online
Complete the Google Form with your paper, author, affiliation and presentation details. One submission per paper.
Receive the review outcome
Acceptance notification is scheduled for 1 November 2026. Selected authors receive registration and full-paper instructions.
Present and connect
Join ICAIEA on 17-19 December 2026, in person or virtually. Full papers are due by 20 November 2026.
MAKE YOUR PARTICIPATION COUNT
A place for every
research perspective.
| Participant category | Early birdDeadline: 10 Nov 2026 | RegularAfter 10 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Industry | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| Academic / Research Institution | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Research Scholar / Student | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| Listener | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
Fees shown follow the latest approved conference brochure.
PUBLICATION
Research with a lasting record.
Accepted abstracts will be included in the conference proceedings. Full papers are invited after abstract acceptance, following the committee’s instructions. Journal publication arrangements are not announced at this stage.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CONFERENCE
Academic leadership.
Collective expertise.
Department of Industrial Engineering
College of Engineering, Guindy
Anna University, Chennai
Chairman
Convener Committee
Members
Convener Committee
Dr. V. Kumaresan
Registrar (i/c), Anna University
Dr. Valli
Dean, College of Engineering, Guindy
Dr. R. Dillibabu
Professor and Head, DoIE
Dr. T. Ramesh Babu
Professor, DoIE
Dr. R. Baskaran
Professor, DoIE
Dr. M. Rajmohan
Professor, DoIE
Dr. K. Padmanabhan Panchu
Associate Professor, DoIE
The advisory committee will be announced separately.
THE CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE
Three days.
A world of possibilities.
The detailed programme, session timings and speaker announcements will be published once confirmed by the organising committee.
Detailed schedule to be announced
Enquire about the programmeAUTHOR RESOURCES
Everything you need,
in one place.
Conference brochure
PDF · Updated 2026 editionAbstract template
Awaiting release by the committeeFull paper template
Awaiting release by the committeePresentation template
Awaiting release by the committeeMEET US IN CHENNAI
A campus for
ideas that matter.
Department of Industrial Engineering
CEG Campus, Anna University
Sardar Patel Road, Chennai - 600 025
Tamil Nadu, India
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, GUINDY
Research. Education.
Industrial impact.
Anna University’s College of Engineering, Guindy is a renowned institution for education and research. The Department of Industrial Engineering offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes.
Participate virtually in hybrid mode.
PARTNER WITH ICAIEA 2026
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- Website link and social media promotion
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- Two complimentary registrations
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₹25,000- Logo on all website pages and proceedings title page
- One complimentary registration
- 25% off one additional employee registration
Bronze Sponsor
₹15,000- Company name and logo featured on an inside page of the conference proceedings
Ready to build a meaningful partnership? Package confirmation, artwork specifications and payment instructions will be shared directly by the ICAIEA 2026 organising team. Custom partnership conversations are welcome.
icaiea2026@gmail.comA FEW THINGS TO KNOW