About The Conference

The International Conference on Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Heterogeneous Emerging Research (CYPHER 2026) is organised by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India, on August 07-08, 2026.

Organized by: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India

CYPHER 2026 provides a unique platform for researchers, academicians, industry experts, and students to convene and explore the latest developments in cybersecurity, privacy, and human-centric emerging technologies. The conference fosters the exchange of ideas, experiences, and insights, enabling collaboration across disciplines and institutions both nationally and internationally.

The conference is dedicated to uniting forward-thinking scientists, professors, research scholars, students, and industry practitioners in the dynamic domains of cybersecurity, privacy, and human-centred research. CYPHER 2026 serves as a pivotal forum for sharing groundbreaking scientific findings and promoting the translation of theoretical research into practical applications across academia and industry. By emphasizing collaboration, networking, and interdisciplinary exchange, the conference offers participants invaluable opportunities to advance their research and professional development. All accepted papers, following a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, will be eligible for inclusion in the conference proceedings published and will be submitted for indexing in Scopus/ISI/WoS-indexed, ensuring high visibility and recognition for contributors.

Conference Tracks

Track 1: Cybersecurity for Emerging Technologies
Track 2: Privacy-Preserving Techniques and Secure Data Sharing
Track 3: Human-Centric Design for Secure Systems
Track 4: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Cyber Defense
Track 5: Cyber-Physical Systems Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection
Track 6: Blockchain, IoT, and 5G/6G Security
Track 7: Ethical, Legal, and Policy Aspects of Cybersecurity and Privacy
Track 8: Future Trends and Innovations in Security and Privacy

Important Dates

• Paper Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance/Rejection: March 31, 2026
• Registration Deadline: April 15, 2026
• Camera Ready Submission: June 30, 2026