Control Instrumentation Systems conference (CISCON) is a flagship event organized since 2004, by the Instrumentation and Control engineering department at Manipal Institute of Technology Manipal. This conference over the years has become a most sought-after conference and gave platform for both national and international participants to present their research papers and deliberate. Also witnessed many experts from reputed industry/institutes from India/abroad present Keynote/invited lectures. CISCON-2026, XXIII edition is planned to be organized during 7-8 August 2026. Through the conference, we anticipate researchers, industry experts and academic experts deliberate challenges and ideas related to current trends in instrumentation, control, and systems engineering. The conference provides attendees and stakeholders a chance to do the networking while exposing to recent technical advancements.

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and complex systems, the theme for CISCON-2026 is set to inspire, challenge, and illuminate the path forward. We are proud to announce our conference theme: : “Smart and Intelligent Systems for Sustainable Systems and Control Engineering”. As we sail through the sea of technological change, this theme invites participants to explore and chart the course for the future of control, instrumentation, and systems engineering. The theme underscores the importance of innovation, adaptability, and sustainability in a world where automation, data-driven decision-making, and interconnected systems have become the norm.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Advanced Control Systems

2. Data Science, AI/ML

3. Cyber Physical Systems

4. Next Generation Communications

5. Sustainable Development

6. Emerging Technologies