ECIR 2026: Call for Contributions

The 48th European Conference on Information Retrieval (ECIR 2026) invites researchers, practitioners, and students to submit original, high-quality research in all areas of Information Retrieval. We welcome contributions covering fundamental theory, novel algorithms, practical applications, and interdisciplinary approaches that push the boundaries of the field.

ECIR 2026 will take place as a physical (in-person) conference from March 30 to April 1, 2026, in Delft, The Netherlands. The program will be complemented by tutorials on Sunday, March 29, followed by a dedicated workshop day on Thursday, April 2.

Contribution Types and Deadlines

• Full Paper:

  • Abstract Submission: October 2, 2025
  • Full Paper Submission: October 9, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Full Paper

• Short Paper:

  • Abstract Submission: October 16, 2025
  • Short Paper Submission: October 23, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Short Paper

• Workshop:

  • Proposals Submission: September 12, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications for Workshop Proposals: October 17, 2025
  • Submit Workshop Proposal

• Demo Paper:

  • Demo Submission: November 3, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Demo Paper

• Reproducibility Paper:

  • Abstract Submission: October 16, 2025
  • Reproducibility Paper Submission: October 23, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications for Reproducibility Papers: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Reproducibility Paper

• "IR for Good" Paper:

  • Abstract Submission: October 30, 2025
  • "IR for Good" Paper Submission: November 6, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit "IR for Good" Paper

• Tutorial:

  • Tutorial Submission: November 6, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Tutorial Proposal

• Doctoral Consortium:

  • Abstract Submission: October 30, 2025
  • Doctoral Consortium Paper Submission: November 13, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Doctoral Consortium Paper

• Industry Day:

  • Proposals Submission: November 13, 2025
  • Acceptance/Rejection Notifications: December 16, 2025
  • Submit Industry Day Proposal

General Information

With a strong tradition of supporting early-career researchers, ECIR especially welcomes contributions from postgraduate students and postdoctoral researchers. Whether you’re presenting groundbreaking research, engaging in thought-provoking discussions, or connecting with leading experts, ECIR 2026 promises an inspiring and dynamic experience.

Join us as we explore the latest advancements and challenges in Information Retrieval!

Venue

Lijm & Cultuur
Rotterdamseweg 272
2628 AT Delft
Phone: +31 15 262 94 00
E-mail: info@lijmencultuur.nl
Website: www.lijmencultuur.nl