International Conference on Media, Communication and Global Society (ICMCGS 2027)

About the Conference & Institution

The International Conference on Media, Communication and Global Society (ICMCGS 2027) is organized by the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) at Manipal University Jaipur. MUJ is a prominent institution established in 2011, accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC, and recognized for academic and research excellence.

Main Theme

Reimagining Communication, Technology and Governance for an Inclusive Digital Future

Conference Tracks & Sub-Themes

• Track 1: Media, Society and Global Communication (SDGs 5, 10, 11, 16, 17): Focuses on media and social change, democracy and citizenship, globalization, culture, identity, gender studies, intercultural communication, and digital citizenship.
• Track 2: Digital Media, Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies (SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, 16): Explores AI and communication, generative AI, human-AI interaction, platform studies, metaverse, virtual and augmented reality, algorithmic governance, and data privacy.
• Track 3: Journalism, Information and Public Discourse (SDGs 4, 16, 17): Covers journalism studies, digital and investigative journalism, misinformation and fake news, fact-checking, media ethics, crisis communication, and political journalism.
• Track 4: Strategic Communication, Public Relations and Marketing (SDGs 8, 9, 12, 17): Addresses corporate communication, reputation management, strategic PR, crisis communication, influencer economy, and consumer behavior.
• Track 5: Governance, Development and Sustainability Communication (SDGs 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 10, 11, 13, 16, 17): Focuses on public policy, digital governance, development communication, SDGs, climate change communication, and health communication.
• Track 6: Education, Media Literacy and Communication Research (SDGs 4, 5, 9, 10, 16): Highlights media and information literacy, online and distance education, educational technology, communication pedagogy, and research methods.

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 21 September 2026
• Acceptance Confirmation: Within 15 days of abstract receipt
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 30 November 2026
• Conference Dates: 21–22 January 2027

Submission Guidelines

• Authors must submit an extended abstract (800-1500 words) including title, author affiliations, purpose, research gap, methodology, findings, and APA 7th edition references.

Publication Opportunities

• Selected papers may be considered for a Special Issue of the Springer journal Discover Global Society (Scopus Q2, ISSN: 2731-9687).
• Alternative publication paths include a Palgrave Macmillan Edited Volume, the Journal of Communication and Management (ISSN: 2583-617X), and Conference Proceedings with ISBN.

Registration Fees Structure

• Faculty (Outside MUJ): ₹3,000 (Early Bird till Nov 30, 2026) / ₹3,500 (Regular)
• Faculty (MUJ): ₹5,000 (Early Bird) / ₹5,500 (Regular)
• Faculty (Abroad): $100 (Early Bird) / $110 (Regular)
• Students (Outside MUJ): ₹3,000 (Early Bird) / ₹3,500 (Regular)
• Students (MUJ): ₹3,500 (Early Bird) / ₹4,000 (Regular)
• Students (Abroad): $50 (Early Bird) / $60 (Regular)
• Industry Experts: ₹5,500 (Early Bird) / ₹6,000 (Regular) or $120–$130 (Abroad)
• Attendees / Accompanying Persons: Starting from ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 / $50–$70 (Abroad)

Key Contacts & Committee