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The 18^th International Conference on COMmunication Systems and NETworkS (COMSNETS) will happen in Bengaluru, India, from January 6 - 10, 2026. As a leading forum for the global Networking and Communication Systems community, COMSNETS 2025 aims to foster groundbreaking research, facilitate the exchange of ideas between academia, government, and industry, and promote advancements in the field.

The conference will feature a dynamic and engaging technical program that includes:

Peer-reviewed contributions alongside a selection of invited papers by thought leaders in networking and communications.
Work-in-Progress (WIP) sessions showcasing posters and demos for interactive discussions.
Specialized workshops and panel discussions on cutting-edge topics for an in-depth exploration of emerging trends.
Keynotes and talks by industry and government leaders, offering insights into practical applications and future directions.

New this year—COMSNETS Ignite Bundle: Encompasses both the Entrepreneur Ignite Summit (EIS) and the comprehensive set of sessions tailored for undergraduate and graduate students, including mentoring opportunities. This integrated package is designed to facilitate a wide spectrum of engagement across the conference, connecting participants from the entrepreneurial sphere with those at various stages of their academic journey.

💡 Entrepreneur Ignite Summit (EIS): Continuing from its introduction in 2024, EIS aims to be an even more vibrant arena for connecting innovators at every stage—from seasoned to aspiring—and investors, fostering technology transfer and innovation, culminating with an EIS panel discussion to bring together technology transition enthusiasts.
🎓 Undergraduate Ignite Summit: Newly introduced this year, this summit is tailored for undergraduate students, complementing the existing fabric of graduate and mentoring sessions. This inclusion allows undergraduate students to engage directly with researchers and professionals, providing a glimpse into the research process and fostering connections that could guide their future academic and professional endeavors.
🏛️ Undergraduate Forum: Undergraduate Forum is being organized at COMSNETS 2025 for the first time to recognize the contribution of undergraduate students in the COMSNETS ecosystem. Built on the same lines as the Graduate Forum, it aims to provide a platform for undergraduate students and recently graduated professionals to showcase early research and get feedback from experienced researchers in the field.
🏭 I+ART: Industry-Academia Research Track: The I+ART: Industry-Academia Research Track at COMSNETS 2025 bridges academia and industry to address emerging challenges in wireless communication systems and technologies, featuring keynotes and curated talks by experts. The focus includes 6G, Wi-Fi, joint communication and sensing, and wireless-based systems like robotics and digital twins.
👟 COMSNETS 5K Run: This edition introduces the COMSNETS 5K Run at Bengaluru's Cubbon Park, combining exercise with networking. Kick off with coffee and finish with refreshments, all while enjoying Bengaluru’s elevated terrain. Perfect for both competitive runners and casual participants.

Visit the conference homepage for detailed information on submission guidelines, travel grants, and updates on the technical program. Join us at COMSNETS 2025 to be a part of this vibrant confluence of ideas, innovation, and inspiration in the heart of India’s tech hub.

Topics of Interest

These are broad and include the following as a general guideline, covering broad areas within computer systems, networks, security, and machine learning.

📡 Wireless Communications

5G, 6G, wireless broadband, and spectrum technologies. Including WLAN, RFID, NFC, visible light communications, cognitive radio,localization and sensing, CubeSats, and satellite networking.

🖥️ Data Center & Edge Computing

Enterprise networking, data centers, edge and cloud computing integration, and multimedia networking innovations.

🌱 Green Networking

Network sustainability, economics, and energy efficiency in communication networks.

🔬 Datasets, Benchmarks, and Testbeds

Highlighting the foundational role of datasets, benchmarks, and testbeds in networking research for experimentation and validation.

🌐 Network Architecture & Operations

Network architecture, traffic management, caching, content delivery systems, SDN/NFV, internet measurement, and web technologies.

🚗 Mobility & IoT

Mobile network management, mobile sensing, vehicular networks, Internet of Things (IoT), and smart grid communications.

🔒 Blockchain & Security

Network security, privacy, trusted computing, and the application of blockchain and distributed ledger technology.

🛠️ Semiconductors and Digital Communication

Semiconductor advancements in inter- and intra-chip communication, peripheral interfaces (PCIe, USB, etc.), network-on-chip (NoC) systems, and other interconnect technologies.