International Conference on Forensic Science, Law, and Criminal Justice

The School of Law, Bennett University has invited submissions for its International Conference on Forensic Science, Law and Criminal Justice, scheduled to be held from 15–17 September 2026. The conference seeks to bring together academicians, legal professionals, forensic experts, researchers, policymakers, and students to discuss recent developments in forensic science, criminal law, and criminal justice.

About Bennett University

Bennett University, established in 2016 by The Times Group, is a NAAC A+ accredited university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Association of Indian Universities (AIU), and the Bar Council of India (BCI). The university is known for its interdisciplinary approach to education, research, and innovation across law, technology, management, media, and other disciplines.

About the International Conference

The International Conference on Forensic Science, Law and Criminal Justice aims to provide a platform for academicians, researchers, forensic professionals, legal practitioners, judges, policymakers, students, and government representatives to exchange ideas and discuss emerging trends in forensic science, criminal law, and the criminal justice system.

The conference seeks to encourage interdisciplinary research and foster collaboration between the legal and forensic science communities.

Conference Theme

Forensic Science, Law and Criminal Justice

Sub-Themes

Submissions are invited on topics including, but not limited to:

Law

• Criminal Law Reforms, 2023

• Artificial Intelligence in Forensic Science

• Policing and Criminal Investigation

• Forensic Evidence and Criminal Trials

• Juvenile Justice

• Criminal Procedure

• Digital Evidence

• Cybercrime Laws

• Victimology

• Criminal Justice Administration

Forensic Science

• DNA Profiling

• Cyber Forensics

• Digital Forensics

• Forensic Psychology

• Toxicology

• Ballistics

• Forensic Pathology

• Questioned Documents Examination

• Crime Scene Investigation

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Forensic Science

• Fingerprint Analysis

• Biometrics and Emerging Technologies

Eligibility

The conference is open to:

• Faculty members

• Legal professionals

• Forensic experts

• Researchers

• Research scholars

• Undergraduate and postgraduate students

• Government officials

• Non-governmental organization (NGO) representatives

• Social activists

• Administrators

Submission Categories

Authors may submit under either of the following categories:

• Abstract Submission

• Full Paper Submission

Submission Guidelines

Abstract

• Maximum 500 words

• Follow OSCOLA citation style

• Maximum 5 keywords

• Submit in .doc or .docx format

• One co-author is permitted

Full Paper

• 5,000–6,000 words

• Follow OSCOLA citation style

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

• Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt

• Maximum 10% plagiarism

• Submit in .doc or .docx format

Registration Fee

The registration fee is:

• ₹2,500 for Faculty Members and Professionals

• ₹1,500 for Research Scholars

• ₹1,000 for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students

• Free for participants from Bennett University

For papers selected for publication, a publication charge of ₹10,000 per paper will apply.

Publication Opportunity

Selected papers may be considered for publication in:

• Scopus-indexed journals

• Edited books

• Conference proceedings

(Publication is subject to the conference's selection process.)

General Instructions

• Only original and unpublished manuscripts will be considered.

• Acceptance of abstracts will be communicated via email.

• At least one author or co-author must present the paper during the conference.

• Authors must comply with all formatting and plagiarism requirements.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Registration: August 1, 2026

• Last Date for Abstract Submission: August 5, 2026

• Intimation of Selected Abstracts: August 10, 2026

• Last Date for Final Paper Submission: August 15, 2026

• Conference Dates: September 15–17, 2026

How to Submit

Authors must submit a 500-word abstract prepared in OSCOLA citation style via email. Selected authors will subsequently be invited to submit the full paper.

Submission Format: .doc or .docx

Submission Email: cfs.sol@bennett.edu.in

Why You Should Participate

The conference offers an opportunity to:

• Present research before experts in law and forensic science.

• Engage with academicians, practitioners, and policymakers.

• Explore recent developments in criminal law reforms and forensic technologies.

• Receive publication opportunities for selected papers.

• Build professional and academic networks.