Organized by
Information Resource Centre
Tata Consultancy Sevices
10 September 2026
Mode: Virtual (MS Teams)
SoFerence is the flagship biennial conference on Library and Information Science (LIS), organized by the Information Resource Centre (IRC) at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Launched in 2011 with a vision to redefine traditional conferences through a more democratic and inclusive approach, SoFerence has evolved into a global platform for showcasing innovation, sharing practical insights, and driving transformation through real-world AI use cases.
Theme:
AI Use Cases in Libraries: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond
Call for Presentations:
Submissions are invited in the following areas:
AI Solutions Implemented in Libraries - Case studies, deployment experiences, measurable impact
AI Work in Progress – Pilots, Proof of Concepts (PoCs), implementation learnings
Emerging AI Use Cases – Roadmaps, conceptual models, future-ready ideas
What You Will Gain:
Practical insights into AI implementation in libraries
Learnings from real-world pilots and deployments
Frameworks and roadmaps for AI adoption
Opportunities to network with industry experts and practitioners
Who Should Attend:
LIS professionals, corporate and business librarians, knowledge management leaders, R&D and innovation professionals, researchers, faculty, students, and AI enthusiasts across library ecosystems.
Date: 10 September 2026 | Mode: Virtual (MS Teams) | Time: 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM IST
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Presentation Format:
Pecha Kucha format - a dynamic style designed for clear, concise, and engaging delivery.
REGISTRATION & SUBMISSION
No Registration Fee (Free for all)
Seats are limited
All participants will be rewarded with an E-Certificate.
IMPORTANT DATES
Submission Deadline: 10-Aug-2026
Registration Deadline: 15-Aug-2026
Acceptance Notification: 20-Aug-2026
Presenter Onboarding: 25-Aug-2026
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Best implemented AI Solution
Best Pilot / PoC
Best Emerging AI Concept
People’s Choice Award
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Ms. Ayesha Mallik
Dr. Dhanashree Date
Ms. Jyothi B
Mr. Kishore Ingale
Mr. K V Satyanarayana
Ms. Pratibha Walavalkar
ORGANISING COMMITTEE:
Mr. Amitava Bhattacharyya
Mr. Bijoy Panda
Mr. Durgesh Shimpi
Mr. Krishnakumar S
Mr. Mahinder Singh
Ms. Padma C
Ms. Sangeeta Bose
Mr. Shivmohan Kahar
Ms. Tejal Patel
Mr. Uday Ambre