International Hybrid

International Research Conference in Accounting, Banking and Finance (IRCABF 2027)

"“Reimagining Finance and Banking in a Dynamic Global Economy: Innovation, Resilience, and Sustainability”"
08 Jan – 09 Jan 2027  · 2 Days
IIM Bodh Gaya
Extended Abstract / Full Paper Submission Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
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About the Conference

The Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, in collaboration with the British Accounting and Finance Association - South East Area Group is jointly organizing the International Research Conference in Accounting, Banking and Finance (IRCABF 2027) at Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, India. Organized in  partnership with Brunel University of London and Kingston University London, UK, this premier event aims to foster academic exchange, promote high-quality research in accounting and finance, and strengthen global institutional partnerships. The conference aims to bring together leading academicians, researchers, policymakers, and industry practitioners to exchange ideas and present cutting-edge research in finance, banking, and accounting.

Against the backdrop of rapid technological disruption, shifting regulatory landscapes, pressing sustainability challenges, and global economic volatility, IRCABF 2027 is dedicated to driving meaningful dialogue that seamlessly bridges theory, practice, and policy.

Who Should Attend

  • Academicians and researchers
  • Doctoral scholars and students
  • Policymakers and regulators
  • Professionals from banking, finance, consulting, and accounting domains

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.


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Date08 Jan 2027 – 09 Jan 2027
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VenueIIM Bodh Gaya
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ModeHybrid
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Paper Deadline 31 Oct 2026 (1 days left)
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Organised ByIIM Bodh Gaya
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Conference TypeInternational Conference
Conference Theme
"“Reimagining Finance and Banking in a Dynamic Global Economy: Innovation, Resilience, and Sustainability”"
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Call for Papers

Invitation to Submit

The Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, in collaboration with the British Accounting and Finance Association - South East Area Group is jointly organizing the International Research Conference in Accounting, Banking and Finance (IRCABF 2027) at Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, India. Organized in  partnership with Brunel University of London and Kingston University London, UK, this premier event aims to foster academic exchange, promote high-quality research in accounting and finance, and strengthen global institutional partnerships. The conference aims to bring together leading academicians, researchers, policymakers, and industry practitioners to exchange ideas and present cutting-edge research in finance, banking, and accounting.

Against the backdrop of rapid technological disruption, shifting regulatory landscapes, pressing sustainability challenges, and global economic volatility, IRCABF 2027 is dedicated to driving meaningful dialogue that seamlessly bridges theory, practice, and policy.

Who Should Attend

  • Academicians and researchers
  • Doctoral scholars and students
  • Policymakers and regulators
  • Professionals from banking, finance, consulting, and accounting domains

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.


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Conference Tracks

Conference Tracks

The conference invites submission of theoretical, empirical, mixed-methods and policy-oriented research papers including those focusing on theory-to-practice applications in areas, but not limited to:

 

  1. Financial Markets and Institutions
  • Market microstructure, liquidity, and price discovery
  • Asset pricing and portfolio management
  • Banking efficiency and risk management
  • Credit markets and financial intermediation

 

  1. FinTech and Digital Finance
  • Blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi)
  • Digital banking and payment systems
  • Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in banking and finance
  • Cybersecurity and data governance

 

  1. Financial Stability and Regulation
  • Systemic risk and financial contagion
  • Macroprudential regulation and policy frameworks
  • Financial crises and institutional resilience
  • Regulatory technology (RegTech)

 

  1. Sustainable Finance, Investment and ESG
  • Climate finance and green investments
  • ESG metrics and performance evaluation
  • Sustainable banking and responsible finance
  • Carbon markets, Carbon accounting and trade and climate-related disclosures (e.g.,TCFD, or IFRS S1, S2)

 

  1. International Finance
  • Exchange rate dynamics and currency markets
  • Capital flows and financial integration
  • Global monetary policy spillovers
  • Emerging market finance

 

  1. Corporate Finance
  • Capital structure and financing decisions
  • Corporate governance and firm valuation
  • Mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring
  • Behavioral corporate finance

 

  1. Behavioral Finance
  • Investor sentiment and decision-making
  • Market anomalies and experimental finance
  • Psychological biases in financial markets

 

  1. Financial Econometrics and Data Analytics
  • Big data analytics and predictive modeling
  • Volatility modeling and forecasting
  • High-frequency data analysis
  • Econometric and computational techniques

 

  1. Banking and Financial Inclusion
  • Financial inclusion and inclusive growth
  • Microfinance and rural banking
  • Digital financial inclusion
  • Role of banking in economic development

 

  1. Accounting and Financial Reporting
  • Financial reporting quality and earnings management
  • IFRS and accounting standard convergence
  • Fair value accounting and measurement issues
  • Integrated reporting and sustainability disclosure
  • Audit quality, audit fees, and auditor independence
  • Forensic accounting and fraud detection
  • ESG and non-financial reporting
  • Accounting implications of digital transformation
  • Public sector accounting and accountability
  • Management accounting and performance measurement

 

  1. Emerging Issues in Finance and Accounting
  • Geopolitical risks and financial systems
  • Post-pandemic financial and reporting challenges
  • Climate risk and financial implications
  • Innovations in financial products and reporting
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Keynote Speakers

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Professor Monomita Nandy
Professor
Brunel, University of London
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Professor Suman Lodh
Professor
Kingston University London
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Workshop Trainers

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Trainers Being Confirmed

Workshop trainer details will be announced shortly.

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Registration Fees

Academic / Faculty ₹3,000
Industry / Practitioners ₹5,000
Research Scholars ₹1,500
International Delegates USD 150

* Fees include conference kit, meals and access to all sessions. Accommodation available on request.

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Important Dates

Abstract / Paper Submission Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 1 days left
Conference Start Date: 08 Jan 2027
Conference End Date: 09 Jan 2027
Duration: 2 Days
  • Submission Starts: August 10, 2026
  • Submission Deadline: October 31, 2026
  • Notification of Acceptance: November 30, 2026
  • Early Bird Registration: December 07, 2026
  • Late Registration: December 21, 2026
  • Pre-Conference Workshop: January 07, 2027
  • Conference Dates: January 08-09, 2027
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Organizing Committee

Patron
Prof. Vinita S. Sahay
Director, IIM Bodh Gaya

Conference Conveners
Prof. Molla Ramizur Rahman
  • Assistant Professor. IIM Bodh Gaya

Organising Committee
Prof. Ashish Sharma
  • Assistant Professor. IIM Bodh Gaya
Prof. Bharati Singh
  • Assistant Professor. IIM Bodh Gaya
Prof. Shweta Bajpai
  • Assistant Professor. IIM Bodh Gaya
Prof. Amrit Panda
  • Assistant Professor. IIM Bodh Gaya
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Conference Schedule

Day 1
09
00 AM : Inauguration Ceremony & Welcome Address
10
30 AM : Keynote Address — Session I
12
00 PM : Paper Presentation — Track A & B (Parallel)
02
00 PM : Panel Discussion: Industry Perspectives
Day 2
09
30 AM : Keynote Address — Session II
11
00 AM : Paper Presentation — Track C & D (Parallel)
02
30 PM : Best Paper Award & Valedictory Ceremony
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Paper Submission Guidelines

  • Paper Submission
    • Authors are invited to submit full papers or extended abstracts
    • Submissions should follow standard academic formatting (APA styles)
    • Authors intending to submit their papers to the Special Issue or partner journals must submit a full paper. (to be announced later)
    • Submission can be made using the following link:Submit Here

     

     

     

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Publication Opportunities

Associated Journals

  • British Accounting Review (BAR), ABDC: A*, ABS: 3



Special Issues

  • International Journal of Financial Studies (Scopus Indexed)

SI Title: Redefining Accountability and Resilience: Sustainability Reporting, Digitalisation, and Financial Risk

Guest Editors: Prof. Monomita Nandy, Dr. Suman Lodh, Dr. Molla Ramizur Rahman

https://www.mdpi.com/journal/ijfs/special_issues/0DC7I8NQ5I


Edited Books

  • In discussions with reputed international publishers for publishing selected conference papers in the conference proceedings.



Note: Manuscripts will be reviewed subject to the journal's standard peer-review process. Any applicable submission fees or APCs will be governed by the journal's policies and guidelines.

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Registration Information

  1. Early Bird Registration till 7th December
  • Faculty/Industry Professionals: 6,000 INR + GST
  • Research Scholars/Students: 4,000 INR + GST
  • International Academicians/Scholars: $100 + GST

 

  1. Late Registration after 7th December till 21st December
  • Faculty/Industry Professionals: 7,000 INR + GST
  • Research Scholars/Students: 5,000 INR + GST
  • International Academicians/Scholars: $150 + GST

Note:

  • If any coauthors are attending/presenting, each must register separately.
  • GST is applicable as per government norms.
  • For online presentations, the fee shall remain the same
  • Conference attendees also need to register
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Reach — Bodh Gaya

Bodh Gaya offers a range of accommodation options near the IIM campus. The following hotels are recommended for conference delegates:

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Hotel Bodh Vihari
Moderate · Near Mahabodhi Temple · ~3 km from campus
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Hotel Sujata
Budget-friendly · Close to IIM Bodh Gaya · Walking distance
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Royal Residency
Mid-range · Gaya Road · ~5 km · Includes breakfast
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Lotus Nikko Hotel
Premium · 24×7 services · Restaurant & conference facilities

For campus accommodation enquiries: ircabf@iimbg.ac.in

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Book of Abstracts

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Available After Conference

The Book of Abstracts will be made available after the conference proceedings are compiled.

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Contact & Venue

✉️ Email: ircabf@iimbg.ac.in
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🏛️ Organised By: IIM Bodh Gaya