FABCON 2026
Food • Biotechnology • Automation
FABCON 2026
National Symposium on the Confluence of
Food • Biotechnology • Automation
Organized By
Department of Food Engineering & Technology
Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar(Deemed to be University)
Ministry of Education, Government of India
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Advancing the Future of Food Science & Technology
FABCON 2026 is a national symposium bringing together leading researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students to explore the convergence of Food Engineering, Biotechnology, and Automation. The conference promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and highlights innovative solutions for sustainable food systems, smart agriculture, and advanced food processing.
Date
16–17 March 2026
Venue
BKB Seminar Hall
Host
CIT Kokrajhar
Interdisciplinary Research
Integrating Food Engineering, Biotechnology, and Automation to solve emerging challenges in food production and safety.
Innovation & Technology
Exploring advancements in AI-driven food processing, smart agriculture, and next-generation food technologies.
Collaborative Platform
Bringing together researchers, academicians, industry experts, and students for knowledge exchange and innovation.
Thematic Areas
FABCON 2026 focuses on interdisciplinary research connecting food technology, biotechnology, automation, and sustainable food systems.
Sustainable Food Processing
Sustainable food processing, preservation and packaging technologies.
Biotechnology for Food Security
Biotechnology interventions for food and nutritional security.
Emerging Materials & Food Engineering
Emerging trends in materials, food and agriculture engineering.
Automation & Industry 4.0
Automation, smart agriculture, and Industry 4.0 in food systems.
Chemical & Analytical Innovations
Chemical innovations and analytical approaches in food systems.
Food Entrepreneurship & Startups
Entrepreneurship development and start-up ecosystem in the food sector.
Resilient Food Systems
Resilient and sustainable food systems in the North-eastern region.
Important Dates
Stay updated with the key milestones for FABCON 2026.
📢 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended till 13 March 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
13 March 2026Notification of Acceptance
13 March 2026Registration Deadline
13 March 2026Conference Dates
16 – 17 March 2026Invited Speakers
Distinguished experts from academia and industry sharing insights on innovations in food engineering and biotechnology.
Professor
Dr. Kshirod Kumar Dash
Ghani Khan Choudhury Institute of Engineering & Technology
Presentation Topic
"Advances in Food Processing and Preservation Technologies"
Assistant Professor
Dr. Himadri Shekhar Konar
Faculty of Technology, UBKV, Cooch Behar
Presentation Topic
"Food Processing Innovations and Sustainable Systems"
Professor & Head of the Department (HOD)
Dr. Sabyasachi Mishra
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Presentation Topic
"Emerging Trends in Food Engineering Research"
Associate Professor
Dr. Sudhansu Shekhar Mahanand
Central Agriculture University, Imphal
Presentation Topic
"Aquaculture Engineering, Fish Processing Technology, Food Science"
Organizing Committee
Academic leaders and researchers guiding the success of FABCON 2026.
PatronProf. Devendra Jalihal
Director (Additional Charge), CIT Kokrajhar
ConvenorDr. Prakash Kumar Nayak
Head, Department of Food Engineering & Technology
ConvenorDr. Rajesh Kondareddy
Assistant Professor, Instrumentation Engineering
Organizing SecretaryDr. Radha krishnan K.
Assistant Professor, Food Engineering & Technology
Conference ChairProf. Avik Mukherjee
Dean (Students Affairs), CIT Kokrajhar
Conference ChairProf. Subhajit Ray
Dean (Academic Affairs), CIT Kokrajhar
Organizing Committee Members
Dr. Santosh Kumar
Dr. Anuck Islairy
Mr. Abhijit Das
Dr. Mainao Alina Gayary
Dr. Sucharita Sen Maiti
Dr. Lourembam Monika Devi
Advisory / Technical Committee
Prof. S C Deka
Tezpur University
Prof. Vimal Katiyar
IIT Guwahati
Prof. N Sivakumaran
NIT Trichy
Prof. R C Pradhan
NIT Rourkela
Prof. S Senthil Kumar
IIT Guwahati
Student Convener
Mr. Pratyush Saikia
Student Coordinators
Mr Jwangshar Boro
Student Committee Members
Manisha Hazarika
Minijuli Basumatary
Tangkhima Basumatary
Ringkhang Brahma
Phami Basumatary
Bhuyashi Boruah
Zircon Basumatary
Samudra Brahma
Rangina Brahma
Khwmthagwra Narzary
Registration
Register for FABCON 2026 and be part of an enriching academic experience in food science and technology.
Students
- Access to all sessions
- Conference kit & materials
- Certificate of participation
- Lunch & refreshments
Research Scholars
- All student benefits
- Poster presentation slot
- Networking opportunities
- Digital proceedings access
Faculty
- All scholar benefits
- Paper presentation priority
- Workshop access
- Publication opportunity
Industry Participants
- All faculty benefits
- Industry exhibition space
- B2B networking session
- Sponsorship recognition
Registration will be completed through the official Google Form.
Conference Venue
Join us at the Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar, a premier educational institution in the heart of Assam.
BKB Seminar Hall
Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar
Kokrajhar, Assam, India
CIT Kokrajhar is a Deemed to be University under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, located in the scenic Bodoland Territorial Region of Assam.
Contact Us
Have questions about FABCON 2026? We would love to hear from you.
Conference Secretariat
Address
Department of Food Engineering & Technology
Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar
Assam, India
Phone
+91 7008017286