Terms & Conditions

Conference Registration Terms

1. Eligibility:
   • Registration is open to academics, researchers, industry professionals, students, and policymakers
   • Participants must be 18 years or older
   • Student registration requires valid student ID proof
   • International participants must ensure they have appropriate travel documents
2. Registration Process:
   • All registrations must be completed through the official conference website
   • Registration is considered complete only upon successful payment
   • Participants must provide accurate and complete information
   • Registration confirmation will be sent via email within 48 hours
3. Payment Terms:
   • All fees are quoted in Indian Rupees (₹) or US Dollars ($) as applicable
   • Payment must be made through approved methods (Bank Transfer, UPI, Credit/Debit Cards)
   • Registration fees are non-transferable
   • Spot registration is subject to availability and additional charges
4. Cancellation and Refund Policy:
   • Cancellations received before December 15, 2025: 75% refund
   • Cancellations received December 16-30, 2025: 50% refund
   • No refunds after December 31, 2025
   • Refunds will be processed within 30 business days
   • Force majeure events may result in conference postponement or virtual conversion
5. Paper Submission Guidelines:
   • Papers must be original and unpublished
   • Word limit: 2500-5000 words
   • Formatting: Times New Roman, 12pt, double-spaced, APA 7th Edition
   • Submission deadline: December 23, 2025
   • Acceptance notification: December 27, 2025
   • Selected papers will be published in ISBN-indexed proceedings
6. Conference Participation:
   • Registered participants will receive conference kit, lunch, and refreshments
   • Participants must wear conference badges at all venue events
   • Recording of sessions without permission is prohibited
   • Participants must adhere to the conference schedule and venue rules
7. Intellectual Property:
   • Authors retain copyright of their papers
   • By submitting papers, authors grant ICDTEBM 2026 the right to publish in conference proceedings
   • Conference materials are for personal use only
   • Unauthorized distribution of conference materials is prohibited
8. Code of Conduct:
   • Participants must maintain professional decorum
   • Respect for all participants, regardless of background or views
   • Zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination
   • Compliance with venue safety and security regulations
   • Violations may result in removal from the conference without refund
9. Liability and Insurance:
   • Organizers are not liable for personal injury, loss, or damage to property
   • Participants are responsible for their own travel and health insurance
   • Organizers reserve the right to modify the conference program
   • Force majeure events may affect conference delivery
10. Data Protection:
    • Personal data will be processed according to our Privacy Policy
    • Registration data may be shared with organizing partners
    • Participants may receive post-conference communications
    • Opt-out options are available for marketing communications
11. Virtual/Hybrid Participation:
    • Virtual participants require stable internet connection
    • Access links are personal and non-transferable
    • Recording of virtual sessions is prohibited
    • Technical issues are the responsibility of the participant
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:
    • These terms are governed by Indian law
    • Disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Kochi, Kerala
    • English version of terms prevails over translations

Special Provisions

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Conference Secretariat:
ICDTEBM 2026 Conference
Email: iaakochiconference2026@gmail.com
Website: iaakochiconference.org

Organized by:
Indian Accounting Association (IAA), Kochi Branch & Hofaso Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
In Association with: NeST Digital, DDUKK-CUSAT, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences