1. Conference Overview
The RCELL International Conference 2027 is an academic online conference scheduled to take place on 13–14 February 2027 via Zoom. It is organised by RCELL in academic partnership with the Department of Western Languages and Literatures, Karabük University, Türkiye; the PG Department of English, Sahrdaya College of Advanced Studies (Autonomous), Kodakara, Thrissur, Kerala, India; and the Department of English, Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Punjab, India, and in association with The Criterion: An International Journal in English. The Conference is open to academics, researchers, postgraduate students, independent scholars, and practitioners with a genuine interest in the thematic areas announced in the Call for Papers.
2. Abstract Submission
By submitting an abstract you confirm that:
- The work is your own original research or creative scholarship;
- The abstract has not been simultaneously submitted to another conference in a way that would create a conflict;
- The abstract does not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party;
- All co-authors (if any) have consented to the submission;
- You have disclosed in the abstract submission form any substantive use of AI-assisted writing tools (see Clause 6 on AI Disclosure); and
- The information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
Every abstract is read by the academic team, who provide feedback within 15 days of submission (within 7 days for submissions after 31 December 2026). Where an abstract needs strengthening, specific suggestions are given, and the author may send a revised version by replying to the feedback email.
3. Originality and Plagiarism
All submitted work must be original and free from plagiarism. Presenters warrant that neither their abstract nor any full paper subsequently submitted has been plagiarised, in whole or in part, from any published or unpublished source. RCELL reserves the right to withdraw a submission at any stage if plagiarism or academic misconduct is identified. Any abstract or paper found to contain plagiarised content will be disqualified without refund, and the participant may be barred from future RCELL events.
4. Language and Quality
Submissions and presentations must be in English. Abstracts should be clearly written, well-structured, and within the word limit specified in the Call for Papers. Where an abstract needs improvement in clarity or structure, the academic team will provide guidance for revision.
5. Scope and Relevance
Submissions must engage substantively with the announced theme and thematic streams. Abstracts that do not yet relate clearly to the conference theme will receive guidance on aligning them with a thematic stream.
6. AI-Use Disclosure
Presenters must disclose in the registration form any use of AI writing tools (such as large language models) in drafting, structuring, or generating the content of the abstract or any associated paper. Disclosure should specify the tool used and the nature of its contribution. Undisclosed AI generation of content that is presented as the author's own constitutes academic dishonesty and will be treated accordingly. Use of AI tools for editing, grammar checking, or reference formatting should also be declared in the form, and remains the submitter's responsibility for accuracy.
7. Registration and Payment
- Registration, payment of the registration fee, and abstract submission are completed together in a single online form. Presenters submit their abstract in the same form; participants without a paper register without an abstract.
- Registration fees are as published on the Conference website. The applicable fee (Early Bird or Late; Paper Presenter or Participant without Paper; Indian or International) is determined by the date of payment and by the nature of participation. The early-bird fee applies to payments made by 31 December 2026. All deadlines are 11:59 pm IST.
- Every author registers and pays separately. For a co-authored paper, the lead author submits the abstract, and each co-author (up to two) registers with the paper title and the lead author's name and email. Each person may present up to two papers, each registered separately.
- Abstracts are not accepted by email or separately from the registration form. The form closes on 31 January 2027.
- Keynote speakers, and members nominated by partner institutions under their Memorandum of Understanding with RCELL, are not required to register.
8. Refunds and Cancellations
Registration fees are non-refundable, except for duplicate payments, which are refunded after deducting payment gateway charges. No refund is made where the academic integrity declaration is breached. If RCELL cancels the Conference in its entirety, registration fees are refunded net of gateway charges that cannot be recovered. The Cancellation and Refund Policy forms part of these Terms.
9. Presentation Requirements
- Presenters are expected to present their paper live on Zoom during the Conference on 13 or 14 February 2027.
- Paper presentation slots run for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the number of papers in the session. Full format details, including time allocation, slide requirements, and session structure, will be communicated with the programme.
- Presenters are encouraged to attend the technical rehearsal (10–11 February 2027) to test their connection and familiarise themselves with the platform.
- Presenters send their slides and a short backup video recording of their presentation by 8 February 2027. The video is played if a connection fails during the session.
- Presentations must be conducted by the registered author. Proxy presentations are not permitted without prior written approval from RCELL.
- Presenters are responsible for ensuring a stable internet connection, appropriate audio quality, and a professional background during their presentation.
10. E-Certificates
E-certificates are issued by email to registered participants after the Conference, by 21 February 2027. The name on the certificate will match the name provided in the registration form; corrections are made only if reported before certificates are generated.
11. Recordings and Intellectual Property
Conference sessions may be recorded, and keynote, inaugural and valedictory sessions are streamed live on YouTube. By registering and taking part in the Conference, participants consent to the recording and streaming of their contributions. RCELL may use recordings for the academic, educational and promotional purposes of the Conference and of RCELL.
Presenters retain copyright in their own papers and presentations. Submission to the Conference does not transfer copyright to RCELL. RCELL does not claim ownership over your work.
12. Publication: Full Papers
Following the Conference, selected presenters may receive an invitation to submit a full paper for consideration in a special issue of The Criterion: An International Journal in English (ISSN 0976-8165). Papers accepted for publication in that special issue will receive a DOI registration. Such invitations, where extended, are subject to the following conditions:
- Invitation to submit is not a guarantee of acceptance.
- Submitted full papers will undergo the respective journal's independent editorial assessment and peer-review process.
- Papers must meet the journal's scope, formatting requirements, ethical standards, and quality threshold.
- Authors may be asked to revise their work before a publication decision is made.
- Papers that do not pass peer review will not be published.
Not all presenters will receive an invitation. The editorial decision on which papers to invite for full submission is final and not subject to appeal.
13. Conduct and Collegiality
All participants (presenters, participants, and organisers) are expected to engage respectfully and constructively. Discriminatory, harassing, or disruptive behaviour during any Conference session will not be tolerated. RCELL reserves the right to remove any participant from a session or from the Conference without refund if their conduct is deemed harmful to others or disruptive to proceedings.
14. Programme Changes and Cancellation
RCELL reserves the right to modify the Conference programme, including session order, times, and content, at any time and without prior notice. In exceptional circumstances (including technical failures, public health considerations, or force majeure events), the Conference may be rescheduled or its format changed. In the event of cancellation by RCELL, registered participants will be offered a refund of registration fees paid; RCELL's liability will not extend beyond the amount of the fee paid.
15. Technical Issues
The Conference is conducted online via Zoom. RCELL is not responsible for technical difficulties experienced by individual participants (including internet outages, device failures, or platform disruptions beyond our control). We recommend participants test their equipment in advance and have a contingency plan for connectivity issues. Support from RCELL's technical team will be provided on a best-efforts basis during the rehearsal and conference days.
16. Disclaimer
RCELL organises this Conference in good faith and with reasonable care. To the extent permitted by applicable law, RCELL shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from participation in or inability to participate in the Conference. Our maximum liability to any participant is limited to the registration fee paid by that participant.
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising in connection with the Conference shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Maharashtra, India.
18. Amendments
RCELL may update these Terms as the Conference develops. Updated Terms will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued participation after any amendment constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
19. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please write to conference@rcell.co.in, or refer to the Contact page of the conference website.