1. Manuscript Preparation

1.1 Format and Template

• Authors must prepare their manuscripts strictly in Springer format.

• Papers should be written using the official MS Word (.doc/.docx) or LaTeX template provided by Springer.

The templates and detailed formatting instructions are available on the publisher’s website under the “Instructions for Authors” section.

1.2 Formatting Guidelines

• Authors are strongly advised to carefully follow the Springer Manuscript Guidelines and Key Style Points to ensure proper formatting and presentation.
• The manuscript must adhere to all formatting rules, including structure, references, figures, tables, and citation style.

1.3 Originality and Plagiarism Policy

• Submitted papers must be the original work of the authors.
• Proper acknowledgment must be given for any referenced material, including previously published work by the same authors.
• Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, will result in immediate rejection of the manuscript at any stage of review or publication.

2. Paper Submission Process

2.1 EasyChair Registration

• Authors must create an account on EasyChair if they do not already have one.
• All submissions must be made exclusively through the EasyChair submission system.

2.2 Submission Requirements

• While submitting the paper on EasyChair, authors must:
• Enter the exact title of the paper.
• Provide the abstract and keywords.
• List all authors in the correct order, along with their affiliations.
• Ensure that the metadata entered in EasyChair matches the details in the manuscript.

2.3 Paper Format for Review

• Only a single PDF file should be submitted for review.
• Do not upload editable source files (.doc, .docx, or LaTeX files) at the review stage.
• Source files will be requested only after acceptance.

2.4 Important Notes

• Each submission will be assigned a unique Paper ID, which must be used for all future correspondence.
• Offline submissions (via email or postal hard copy) will not be accepted.
• Authors must not submit multiple versions of the same paper separately.
• Revisions or updates (including changes to authorship details) must be made through the EasyChair system itself.

3. After Acceptance

3.1 Preparation of Camera-Ready Paper

Accepted papers must be prepared in Springer format.

The maximum length of the final paper is 10 pages.

Over-length charges will apply for papers exceeding 6 pages.

Under no circumstances should the paper exceed 10 pages.

3.2 Registration Fee Payment

• Authors must calculate the registration fee based on:
• Page length
• Category of registration (e.g., student/regular)
• Payment must be made through:
• Foreign Telegraphic Transfer (FTT)
• Direct Transfer
• NEFT Transfer
• Wire Transfer (preferred method)
• Authors must retain the payment receipt or transaction proof for submission.

3.3 Required Forms

• After payment, authors must complete:
• The Registration Form (available in MS Word format).
• The Consent to Publish Form (available on the publisher’s website).

3.4 Final Submission (Post-Acceptance)

• Authors must email the following documents in a single .zip or .rar file to the official conference email address:
• Camera-ready paper (MS Word source file and PDF).
• Scanned copy of the completed Registration Form.
• Scanned copy of the signed Consent to Publish Form.
• Proof of studentship (if registering under student category), duly signed by the Head of Department / Course Coordinator / Registrar / Director / Principal.
• Scanned copy of the registration fee payment receipt or transaction proof.
• Incomplete submissions may delay publication processing.