About O.P. Jindal University:


O.P. Jindal University (OPJU), Raigarh, established by the Jindal Education and Welfare Society, is a leading multidisciplinary university committed to academic excellence, research, innovation, and industry-integrated education. Backed by the legacy of Jindal Steel Ltd., OPJU offers a dynamic learning environment that combines world-class curriculum, experiential pedagogy, cutting-edge research, and strong industry partnerships to prepare future-ready professionals and leaders.
The University has earned the prestigious NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation in its first accreditation cycle, reflecting its commitment to quality in teaching, research, governance, and institutional excellence. OPJU has also been placed in the 2025 NIRF Management Ranking Band 101–125, reinforcing its growing national reputation in management education. .
Guided by its vision of creating globally competent professionals and responsible citizens, O.P. Jindal University continues to emerge as one of Central India's fastest-growing institutions of higher education, fostering innovation, sustainability, and inclusive development through excellence in education, research, and industry collaboration. Through collaborations with leading industries, academic institutions, and government organizations, the University provides students and researchers with rich opportunities for internships, live projects, funded research, and international engagement.

About the School of Management:

The School of Management (SoM), O.P. Jindal University, is a premier business school dedicated to developing responsible leaders, innovative entrepreneurs, and globally competent professionals through industry-integrated management education, impactful research, and experiential learning. Offering undergraduate, postgraduate, executive, and doctoral programs, the School combines academic excellence with strong corporate engagement, live projects, case-based pedagogy, internships, consultancy, and global collaborations to prepare students for the evolving business landscape.
The School has earned significant recognition for its academic quality and industry relevance. It is ranked in the NIRF India Rankings 2025 (Management), Rank Band 101–125, secured #34 among India's Private Business Schools in the IIRF 2025 Rankings, and ranked 5th for the Best BBA Colleges (PVT.) in Chhattisgarh, while also achieving State Rank 1 in the IIRF 2024 Rankings.

About Conference:

The 7 th International Conference on Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Management for Sustainable Development (ICRIEMSD 2026) aims to bring together academicians, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and students from across the globe to exchange ideas, present cutting-edge research, and foster collaborations on emerging issues shaping the future of business and society.
ICRIEMSD 2026 is committed to promoting high-quality research with real-world impact by encouraging innovative ideas, interdisciplinary partnerships, and responsible business practices that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The conference offers participants an excellent opportunity to disseminate research, build international collaborations, and engage in discussions that shape the future of sustainable innovation, entrepreneurship, and management.


Objectives:

  • To provide a global platform for academicians, researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to exchange ideas and research on innovation, entrepreneurship, management, and sustainable development.
  • To promote interdisciplinary research and collaboration that addresses contemporary business, technological, and societal challenges.
  • Promote high-quality theoretical, empirical, and practice-oriented research that contributes to sustainable business practices, organizational excellence, and responsible management.
  • To strengthen academia–industry partnerships by facilitating knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaborative research initiatives.
  • To disseminate high-quality research and foster international networking that contributes to sustainable development and the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Call for Paper:

The Organizing Committee of ICRIEMSD 2026 cordially invites academicians, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, practitioners, and research scholars to submit original and unpublished research papers for presentation at the conference. Contributions are invited in the form of theoretical, empirical, methodological, case-based, and interdisciplinary research addressing contemporary issues in innovation, entrepreneurship, management, Operations, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and allied disciplines.

Key Highlights:

  • Book chapter publication opportunities on Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings (Scopus-indexed).
  • Opportunity to get publication on a Special Issue of Empirical Economics Letters (ABDC Indexed) on "Emerging Trends in Economics, Business and Sustainable Development".
  • Publication in a special issue of OPJU Business Review.
  • Abstracts shall be considered for the conference souvenir/book of abstracts.
  • Pre-conference workshop & Keynote speeches from renowned researchers and academicians.
  • Best Paper Awards in each technical session of the conference.
  • Separate technical sessions for the student category and best paper awards.


Thrust Areas:

The ICRIEMSD-2026 tracks and sub-themes have been designed to identify social issues and challenges to find innovative solutions for the betterment and development of society.
The conference aims to offer sustainable solutions to business problems.

Track 1: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Human Resource Management

  • Talent Management and Employee Engagement
  • Leadership and Organizational Behaviour
  • Human Resource Functions and Analytics
  • Future of Work and Hybrid Workplaces
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Learning, Development, and Knowledge Management
  • Employee Well-being and Workplace Sustainability
  • Spirituality and Religious Practices in Sustainable Work Culture
  • Artificial Intelligence in HR
  • Sustainable Green HRM Practices
  • Sustainable Talent Management, Organizational Culture & Employee Engagement
  • Hybrid Workspace and Remote Working Ethics, Value, Trust & Conflict Resolution
  • Diversity & Inclusion (Gender Diversity, Neurodiversity, Transgender, LGBT, etc.)

Track 2: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Marketing

  • Sustainable Marketing and Green Consumer Behaviour
  • Digital and Social Media Marketing
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Consumer Analytics and Marketing Intelligence
  • Branding and Strategic Marketing
  • Retail and Omni-channel Marketing
  • Services Marketing
  • AI Applications in Marketing
  • Customer Experience, Engagement & Relationship Management
  • Marketing Analytics
  • AI and Neuromarketing
  • Brand Development in the Digital Marketing Age
  • Retail Marketing and Shoppers' Experience
  • Social & Digital Media Marketing
  • Green Marketing & Consumerism
  • Tourism & Sports Marketing
  • E-Commerce Marketing & Digital Platforms
  • Emojis & Non-Verbal Marketing Communication
  • Rural Consumers & Marketing Strategies
  • Role of Metaverse, Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality

Track 3: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Finance

  • Sustainable Finance and ESG
  • Green Banking and Financial Inclusion
  • Financial Markets and Investment
  • Corporate Finance and Governance
  • Risk Management and Financial Analytics
  • FinTech and Digital Payments
  • Behavioural Finance
  • Accounting, Auditing, and Taxation

Track 4: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Tourism, Agri-Business, Entrepreneurship & CSR

  • Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality
  • Agri-Business and Food Supply Chains
  • Entrepreneurship and Start-up Ecosystems
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Rural Development and Inclusive Growth
  • Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models
  • Sustainable Livelihoods and Community Development
  • Social Responsibility and Impact Investing
  • Happy Planet Index in the Corporate World
  • Slow and Fast Tourism
  • Eco-tourism & Agro Forestry Economics
  • Destination Branding
  • Agri Climate and Land Use Management
  • Agricultural & Environmental Risk Management
  • Agricultural Finance & Commodity Markets
  • Agriculture & Food Policy Analysis
  • Environment & Natural Resource Economics

Track 5: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Operations & Supply Chain Management

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Circular Economy
  • Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics & Closed-Loop Supply Chains
  • Operations Strategy and Process Innovation
  • Production Planning, Scheduling & Capacity Planning
  • Operations Research, Optimization & Decision Sciences
  • Mathematical Modelling, Simulation & Decision Support Systems
  • Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) & Decision Analytics
  • Inventory, Warehousing, Transportation & Distribution Optimization
  • Network Design & Facility Location Optimization
  • Sustainable Procurement & Supplier Relationship Management
  • Lean Operations, Six Sigma & Operational Excellence
  • Supply Chain Resilience, Risk Management & Humanitarian Logistics
  • Service Operations, Healthcare Operations & Public Sector Operations
  • Behavioural Operations Management & Human-Centric Operations
  • Revenue Management, Demand Forecasting & Capacity Optimization
  • Urban Logistics & Sustainable Infrastructure Planning
  • New Product Development & Product Lifecycle Management

Track 6: Innovation & Sustainable Development in Information Technology Management

  • Sustainable Information Systems and Green IT
  • Digital Transformation and Business Innovation
  • Enterprise Information Systems (ERP, CRM, SCM)
  • Cloud Computing and Digital Infrastructure
  • Knowledge Management and Business Intelligence
  • Digital Governance and E-Governance
  • E-Commerce and Digital Business Models
  • Human–Computer Interaction and User Experience
  • Information Systems for Smart Organizations
  • IT Project Management and Agile Practices
  • Technology Management and Digital Innovation
  • Digital Entrepreneurship and Startup Ecosystems
  • Information Security Management and IT Governance
  • Big Data

Track 7: Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Digital Technologies for Sustainable Development

  • Artificial Intelligence for Business and Management
  • Machine Learning, Deep Learning & Predictive Analytics
  • Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs) & AI Agents
  • Explainable AI, Responsible AI & AI Governance
  • Business Analytics, Big Data & Data Science
  • Internet of Things (IoT), Edge Computing & Smart Systems
  • Blockchain, Web3 & FinTech Technologies
  • Digital Twins and Intelligent Automation
  • Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  • Cybersecurity, Privacy & Trustworthy AI
  • Industry 4.0, Industry 5.0 & Smart Manufacturing Technologies
  • AI Applications in Healthcare, Agriculture, Smart Cities & Sustainability

Track 8: Engineering Management, Innovation & Case Studies in the Modern Era

  • Engineering and Technology Management
  • Engineering Economics and Decision Analysis
  • Innovation Management and Technology Commercialization
  • Research and Development (R&D) Management
  • Systems Engineering and Engineering Design Management
  • Project, Program & Construction Management
  • Risk, Reliability & Safety Engineering
  • Quality Engineering and Continuous Improvement
  • Human Factors, Ergonomics & Workplace Safety
  • Sustainable Engineering and Infrastructure Management
  • Technology Policy and Engineering Leadership
  • Industrial Best Practices and Organizational Transformation
  • Case Studies in Engineering, Manufacturing & Service Industries
  • Public Sector, Infrastructure & Smart City Case Studies
  • Emerging Technologies: Industrial Applications & Lessons Learned

*This is an indicative list, we also welcome any new topic focusing on innovation and impacting any area of management and IT by fostering entrepreneurial development.

Important Date Deadlines:

Important Dates & Publication Opportunities

Important Dates

Conference Dates

19–20 November, 2026

Acceptance Notification

From 1 September 2026 onwards

Submission Type Deadline Description
Abstract Only 30 August 2026 For authors who wish to present their work without publication consideration for conference proceedings or a journal.
Full Paper 30 October 2026 Subject to the peer review process, accepted papers will be considered for publication in the conference proceedings and selected indexed publications.

Publication Opportunities

An accepted full paper will be considered for publication in one of the following:

  • Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings (Book Chapter – Scopus Indexed).
  • Special Issue of Empirical Economics Letters (ABDC Indexed).
  • OPJU Business Review.
Conference Registration:
Steps for Registration:
  • Submit your abstract here:
  • Make the payment of appropriate registration fee using the following link:
  • The screenshot of the receipt generated in pdf/jpg format is to be uploaded while registering.
  • Fill the Registration form here:
Registration Fee:

Registration Fees Breakdown

All accepted full papers will be published in either Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings, Empirical Economics Letters, or the OPJU Business Review, depending on the author's preference and the manuscript's alignment with each journal's quality standards.

Category Early Bird
(Before 20 Oct 2026)		 Regular
(After 20 Oct 2026)		 Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings
India (INR) International (USD) India (INR) International (USD) India (INR) International (USD)
UG/PG Students & Research Scholars 2,000 50 2,500 65 11,000 120
Academicians / Faculty Members 3,000 75 3,500 100 11,000 200
Industry Professionals 4,500 100 5,500 125 11,000 250

Journal Publication Charges

Journal Category Indian Authors (INR) International Authors (USD)
Empirical Economics Letters – Special Issue (ABDC Listed) 12,000 150
OPJU Business Review — —
Important Notes
  1. Additional Page Charges: For papers exceeding 6 pages in the Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings:
    • India: ₹1,500 per additional page
    • International: USD 25 per additional page
  2. There is no additional publication charge for papers published in the OPJU Business Review. Each accepted paper will receive a DOI, and the publication will carry an ISBN.

Publication Opportunities

You are cordially invited to submit your Abstract and Full Paper to ICRIEMSD 2026.

Publication Option
(Full Paper Submission)		 Description
Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings
(Scopus Indexed Book Chapter) 		Included in the applicable Full Paper Registration Fee.
Special Issue:
"Emerging Trends in Economics, Business and Sustainable Development"
Empirical Economics Letters (ABDC Indexed) 		Payable only after editorial acceptance. The applicable charge includes conference registration and publication in the Special Issue.
OPJU Business Review No Publication Charges
Acceptance Notification: From 1 September 2026

Submission Deadlines

Submission Type Deadline Description
Abstract Only 30 September 2026 For authors who wish to present their work without publication consideration for conference proceedings or journals.
Full Paper 30 October 2026 Accepted papers will be considered for publication in Taylor & Francis Conference Proceedings (Scopus Indexed Book Chapter). Selected high-quality papers may also be recommended for publication in the Special Issue of Empirical Economics Letters (ABDC Indexed).

Account details:
  • A/C no: 34368061214
  • A/C Name: O.P. Jindal University
  • IFSC Code: SBIN0012145
  • A/C no: 34368061214
  • Bank Name: State Bank of India (SBI)
  • Bank Branch: SBI, Gerwani, Raigarh, INDIA.
  • Branch Code: 12145
  • Swift Code: SBININBB902
Payment Link: https://smartpay.easebuzz.in/125084/SOMICRIEMSD2026

Guidelines for Paper Submission:
Submit your extended Abstract and Full Paper by following the link below. The authors shall follow the APA 6 edition guideline for structuring the paper.
  • Registration is mandatory for at least one author of each accepted abstract/ full paper submission. The submission will be accepted through Microsoft CMT https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ICRIEMSD2026.
  • The step-by-step guidelines to submit abstract/full length paper in Microsoft CMT is available here.
  • Only registered and presented papers will be included in the ICRIEMSD-2026 proceedings/Journal/souvenir.
  • Authors who register and present their papers will receive a presenter certificate in recognition of their participation in the conference. The best papers award will be given in different categories (tracks).
  • No additional authors can be added after the paper has been accepted.
  • The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • The participant shall bear any applicable bank charges.
  • GST, if applicable, will be charged extra as per the Government of India norms.
  • Accommodation and travel expenses are not included in the registration fee.
  • Registration fee includes conference participation, conference kit, certifications, and refreshments.

CMT Acknowledgment :
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.


Conference Advisory Committee:

International Advisory Board Members for 7th ICRIEMSD:

  • Dr. Michael Baron, CEO, Baron Consulting Group,Melbourne, Australia
  • Prof. Gurmeet Singh, Professor & Head, SBM, University of South Pacific, Fiji
  • Dr. Arhan Sthapit, Dean, Faculty of Management & LawNepal Open University, NEPAL
  • Dr. Pankaj Tiwari, Associate Professor, Management,Sharda University, Uzbekistan
  • Dr. Emilian T. Hudtohan, Director, IAMHRD, Indonesia
  • Dr. Felix C. Chavez Jr., Vice President for Academic,Affairs and Student Services, Brokenshire College Inc.
  • Dr. John Vianne B Murcia, Director, IEES, University of Mindanao, Phillipines
  • Dr. Sudhir Rana, Associate Professor, College of Healthcare Management & Economics, Gulf Medical University, UAE
  • Prof. Yogesh K Dwivedi, Professor, Brunel University Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
National Advisory Board Members for 7th ICRIEMSD:

  • Prof.(Dr.) Karunesh Saxena, President & Vice-Chancellor Sangam University, Bhilwara,Rajasthan,India
  • Dr. Sumeet Gupta, Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Raipur, India
  • Prof. Sunil Shukla, Director, Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, India
  • Mr. Pradyumna Vyas, Sr. Advisor CII, Board of Director WDO, Former Director NID, The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), India
  • Prof. Hanuman Prasad, Director, FMS, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, India
  • Prof. Premendu P Mathur, Vice Chancellor, Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, India
  • Dr. Amiya Kr Mohapatra, Dean (Research), Jaipuria Institute of Management, Indore
  • Dr. Anurag Singh, Associate Professor, Institute of Management Studies, BHU, Varanas
  • Dr. Aviral Tiwari, Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bodhgaya
  • Dr.Vishal Gupta, Professor, IIM Ahmedabad,India
  • Dr. Amit Kumar Agrawal, Associate Professor, Management, IIIT–Naya Raipur

Organising Committee:

Patron

Ms. Shallu Jindal

Chancellor, OPJU

General Chair

Dr. R.D. Patidar

Vice Chancellor, OPJU

Conference Chair

Dr. R. Muthukumaran,

Vice-Dean , School of Management

Conference Co-Chairs:

Dr. Himanshu Vaishnaw, Associate Professor, School of Management
Dr. Jaya Prakash Rath, Associate Professor, School of Management

Convener:

Prof. Bhupendra Tripathi, Assistant Professor (Sr. Grade), School of Management
Dr. Deepak Kumar Kushwaha, Assistant Professor, School of Management

Co-Convenor:

Dr. Ashis Kumar Sa, Assistant Professor, School of Management

Organizing Secretary:

Prof. Sujata Panda, Assistant Professor(Sr. Grade), School of Management

Treasurer:

Mr. Bhupendra Tripathi, Assistant Professor(Sr. Grade), School of Management

Techanical Chair:

Dr. Rekha Sharma , Professor, School of Management

Organizing Committee Member:

Dr. Shesadev Nayak, Professor, School of Management

Dr.Gopal Krishna Rathore , Associate Professor, School of Management

Dr. Saurabh Gupta , Associate Professor, School of Management

Dr.Rahul Sharma , Associate Professor, School of Management

Dr. Anand Kumar Shrivastava ,Professor, School of Management

Dr. Ashis Kumar Sa, Assistant Professor, School of Management

Prof. Alpana Sharma, Assistant Professor , School of Management

Prof. Khushboo Patel, Assistant Professor , School of Management

Dr. Aakash Sharma, Assistant Professor , School of Management

Dr. Deepshikha Patel, Assistant Professor , School of Management

Mr. Akash Sinha, Program Manager, School of Management

SPONSORSHIP

International Conference on the Role of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development (ICRIEMSD 2026)

Organized by

School of Management
O.P. Jindal University, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh

Date: 19–20 November 2026 | Venue: O.P. Jindal University, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh

Conference Website: https://icriemsd.opju.ac.in
University Website: https://www.opju.ac.in

Conference Theme

"Bridging Academia, Industry and Government for Sustainable Growth through Innovation and Management."

Why ICRIEMSD 2026?

India is entering a new era of industrial growth driven by digital transformation, sustainability, artificial intelligence, clean energy, and entrepreneurship. Strong collaboration among academia, industry, and policymakers is essential to address emerging challenges.

This conference has been designed as a premier international platform to:

  • Promote interdisciplinary research.
  • Strengthen academia–industry partnerships.
  • Foster innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Showcase sustainable technologies and management practices.
  • Encourage collaboration among universities, industries, government agencies, and startups.

The conference offers organizations an excellent opportunity to engage with thought leaders, researchers, decision-makers and future professionals.

Why Should Your Organization Sponsor?

  • Brand Visibility among researchers, industry professionals and policymakers.
  • CSR Impact supporting education, innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Talent Engagement with students, scholars and faculty.
  • Thought Leadership through keynote sessions and exhibitions.
  • Industry Collaboration for research, consultancy and internships.
  • Corporate Recognition as a knowledge partner.

Expected Participation

Category Expected Participants
Delegates 500+ Delegates, Industry Leaders, International Researchers, MBA & Engineering Students, International Delegates
Research Papers 300+ Research Papers, Government Officials, University Faculty, Industry Executives, PSU Representatives
Speakers 20+ Eminent Speakers, Entrepreneurs, Researchers, Policymakers

CSR Alignment

Your sponsorship contributes towards:

  • Education and Quality Higher Education.
  • Skill Development.
  • Innovation and Technology.
  • Entrepreneurship Development.
  • Sustainable Development.
  • Industry–Academia Collaboration.

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • SDG 4 – Quality Education
  • SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Sponsorship Opportunities

Category Contribution Benefits
Title Sponsor ₹5,00,000 Exclusive naming rights, Premium branding, Largest exhibition booth, Full-page souvenir, 20 complimentary registrations, Logo on publicity materials, Recognition during inaugural session, Media coverage, Website promotion, Social media campaigns, Acknowledgement Letter.
Platinum Sponsor ₹2,50,000 Premium branding, Exhibition booth, 12 complimentary registrations, Full-page souvenir, Logo on publicity materials, Media coverage, Website promotion, Social media campaigns, Acknowledgement Letter.
Gold Sponsor ₹1,25,000 Logo on banners, Exhibition booth, 8 complimentary registrations, Full-page souvenir, Media coverage, Website promotion, Social media campaigns, Acknowledgement Letter.
Silver Sponsor ₹50,000 Logo display, Exhibition booth, 4 complimentary registrations, Media coverage, Website promotion, Social media campaigns, Acknowledgement Letter.
Academic / Knowledge Partner ₹20,000 Logo acknowledgement, 2 complimentary registrations, Media coverage, Website promotion, Social media campaigns, Acknowledgement Letter.

Contact us:


Prof. Bhupendra Tripathi

Assistant Professor (Sr. Grade), School of Management, O.P. Jindal University 📱 : +91-9083926844

Email- bhupendra.tripathi@opju.ac.in

Dr. Deepak Kumar Kushwaha

Assistant Professor, School of Management, O.P. Jindal University 📱 : +91-9109973578

Email- deepak.kushwaha@opju.ac.in

O.P. Jindal University, Raigarh