Aligarh - The Department of Library & Information Science at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is set to organise Intellib 2026: International Conference on Emerging Trends in Libraries on March 27–28, 2026 at the AMU campus, Aligarh. The conference aims to provide an international platform for deliberation on the evolving role of libraries in a rapidly changing digital and AI-driven environment.

The conference will explore key themes such as Artificial Intelligence and Smart Libraries, Digital Libraries and Emerging Technologies, Knowledge Organization and Information Retrieval, Scholarly Communication, Library Management and Leadership, Ethics and Privacy, Sustainability, and the Future of Libraries. It seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue among library professionals, researchers, educators, information technologists, and policymakers at national and international levels.

According to the organisers, the conference objectives include examining emerging innovations in modern libraries, addressing legal and ethical issues related to data privacy and intellectual property, identifying new competencies for library professionals in the AI era, and strengthening research and scholarly communication. The event will also encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing to build intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable library ecosystems.

Abstract Submission Deadline: March 27–28, 2026

Full Paper Submission Deadline: 20 February 2026

Acceptance Notification: 25 February 2026

Registration Period: 01 February to 20 March 2026

Registration Fee:

For Individual & Research Scholars: ₹3000 (Residential) / ₹1500 (Non-Residential)

For Deputed Participants: ₹5000 (Residential) / ₹4000 (Non-Residential)

For Retired Persons: ₹2000 / ₹1500

For Students: ₹1500 / ₹1000

For Accompanying Person (without kit): ₹2500 / ₹2000

For SAARC/Other Countries: $300 / $200

Payment is to be made through bank transfer as per the details provided in the official brochure. Limited accommodation will be available in university guest houses on a first-come, first-served basis.

The conference is being convened by Prof. M. Masoom Raza, with Prof. Preeti Mahajan as Director of the Conference and Prof. Nishat Fatima as Organising Secretary. An advisory committee comprising eminent national and international scholars will guide the deliberations.

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