Welcome to ICBEM 2026

We are pleased to invite researchers, academicians, industry professionals, practitioners, and policymakers to the 2nd International Conference on Building Engineering and Management (ICBEM 2026), organized by School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada. Building on the success of its first edition, ICBEM 2026 aims to serve as a global platform for the exchange of innovative ideas, research findings, and practical experiences in the fields of building engineering and construction management.

The conference focuses on emerging trends, advanced technologies, sustainable practices, and management innovations that are shaping the future of the built environment. It provides an international forum for knowledge sharing, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful dialogue between academia, industry, and policy stakeholders.

Primary Objective: 

To create a dynamic international platform for exchanging knowledge, presenting research outcomes, and discussing recent advancements in building engineering and construction management. The conference seeks to encourage sustainable and advanced construction practices, bridge the gap between academic research and real-world industry applications, and address contemporary challenges in urban infrastructure development, project execution, cost and risk management, and digital transformation in the construction sector.

Submission Guidelines

We welcome both theoretical and practical contributions. Manuscripts should be submitted in accordance with the conference guidelines. Submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process.

1. Plagiarism: Authors/Contributors are required to submit plagiarism report of an authenticated Plagiarism Checking software (such as Turnitin) along with the article/paper. The percentage should not be more than 10%.

2. Abstract: An abstract of not less than 300 words should be given at the beginning of each chapter.

3. Keywords: Minimum five keywords are required. Arrange in alphabetical order.

4. Figures: 

• Figures/photographs should be of minimum 300 dpi.
• Try to limit the no. of figures/photographs to 10 for each chapter.
• Every Figure must be cited in the text. Figures should be numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals.
• When referring to a figure in the text, write out the word "Figure" and use the number (e.g., Figure 1). A caption with the figure number and title and/or description must be included below each figure.
• Source must be mentioned after the Figure caption; Figures/Images obtained from the unauthenticated source should not be included.

5. Tables:

• Any table that cannot be reproduced as keyable text will be processed as a graphic. Tables in which the table body is extensive may be split into more than one piece. If necessary, SPA Vijayawada Press Production will rotate the table on the page. Do not use shading or colored fonts.
• Every table must be cited in the text. Tables should be numbered consecutively. When referring to a table in the text, write out the word "Table" and use the number (e.g., Table 1). Each table should have a title, beginning with the word "Table", followed by a short descriptive title. Table titles should be placed immediately above the table.
• Source must be mentioned after the Table caption.

6. References: For reference citations and the reference list, please check the provided style guide.

7. Permissions:

If you reproduce, adapt or use in part tables, figures, illustrations, photos, or extensive quotations that you did not create in your chapter, you must obtain appropriate written permission and provide copies of the correspondence to SPA Vijayawada Press.

Publication of your chapter will not be considered until all written permissions are received by SPA Vijayawada Press. Failure to provide permissions will result in your chapter being declined from publication.

What Needs Permission

• Any table, diagram, or illustration (line drawing, artwork, or photograph) that you did not create.
• Any quotation (or a series of shorter quotations) totaling 400 words or more from a book or a periodical.
• Any photograph that you did not take. Additional permissions are required if a person appears in the photo.
• Anything acquired from the Internet (created by any government organization).
• For items in the public domain, the author must provide documentation to confirm.

What Does Not Need Permission

• Data itself cannot be copyrighted, as long as the data are in a fixed, tangible medium. For example, if you convert data from text to tabular form, no permission is needed. The source of the data must be referenced.
• Chemical structures are facts and do not need to be referenced.
• Material published by the government is in the public domain and, therefore, is not subject to copyright.
• Material reproduced or adapted from SPA Vijayawada Press articles and book chapters does not need permission as long as credit is not given to another source. However, a credit line must be included.

Obtaining Permission to Reprint Previously Published Material

The author is responsible for obtaining all necessary permissions for material they did not create. In most cases, the copyright owner is the publisher (even if you were the original author of the material you wish to reprint). Most publishers will grant permission free of charge. However, if a publisher requires any form of payment, the author is responsible for the payment.

for more details visit https://icbem26.spav.ac.in/submission.php

List of Topics

• Modern Methods in Building Engineering – Innovative construction techniques, advanced engineering methodologies, and modern approaches to building design and execution.
• Sustainable Design & Practices - Eco-friendly construction materials, renewable energy integration, and sustainable building practices for environmental responsibility.
• Construction Management Innovation - Digital solutions, project management tools, smart technologies, and advanced techniques for efficient construction delivery.
• Urban Infrastructure & Smart Cities - Urban development, intelligent infrastructure systems, smart city solutions, and sustainable urban planning innovations.

Publication

Selected Papers Shall be Published in the Scopus-indexed conference proceedings in Partnership with the publishing group.

Venue

The conference will be held at School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to icbem26@spav.edu.in or visit the other conference website at https://icbem26.spav.ac.in/