International Conference on Innovation in Curriculum Design and Development
(ICICDD-26)

13th June 2026 || Pondicherry - India || Hybrid Mode

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Terms and Conditions – NIER Conferences

By registering for any NIER event or submitting your research for presentation or publication, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions:

1. Cancellation & Refund Policy
  • Full Refund: Available only if cancellation is requested in writing at least 70 days prior to the event. Required documentation must be submitted 60 days in advance.
  • Partial Refund: Cancellations made between 60 and 30 days before the event may be eligible for a partial refund, subject to administrative deductions.
  • No Refund: Cancellations requested within 30 days of the event are not eligible for a refund. Instead, a conference credit will be issued, valid for 12 months from the original event date.
  • Late Registrations: Registrations made within 30 days of the conference are non-refundable but can be transferred to another upcoming NIER conference.
  • Format Change Clause: NIER reserves the right to change the format (onsite/online) of the event. No refunds will be granted due to such changes.
  • Transfer of Registration: Registrations can be transferred to a colleague from the same institution by sending a written request to info@nier.in at least 14 days prior to the event. Once transferred, the registration is non-refundable.
  • Virtual Participation: Registrations for virtual mode are non-refundable, but credit may be applied to a future NIER conference.
  • Invitation Letter Clause: If an official invitation letter has been issued, the registration becomes non-refundable.
  • Visa Denial: No refund will be provided if the participant fails to attend due to visa denial or delay.
2. Communication & Registration Compliance
  • Mandatory Follow-Up: After registration, it is the participant's responsibility to stay in touch with the NIER team for updates and instructions. Non-response will result in registration being marked as invalid.
  • Form Submission: The registration form must be submitted within 7 days of payment. Failure to do so will lead to cancellation without refund.
  • Unacknowledged Communication: If registrants do not respond to emails or updates within 15 days, registration will be canceled with no refund.
3. Participation & Registration Guidelines
  • Valid Registration: Only individuals who have completed full registration are allowed to participate in NIER conferences.
  • Conference Changes: NIER reserves the right to alter event format, venue, or schedule. Participants will be notified, but NIER will not be responsible for any associated financial loss.
  • Author Substitution: If a registered author cannot attend, a co-author may present on their behalf. Refunds will not be issued in such cases.
  • Concession Registrations: Any discounted or concession registration is strictly non-refundable.
  • Late Registration: Late registrants may be limited to virtual participation depending on availability.
4. Paper Submission & Publication Policies
  • Institutional Approval: Authors must ensure their submission is known and approved by their institution or department head.
  • Review Process: All papers are subject to internal or external peer review prior to acceptance.
  • Eligibility for Publication: Only papers linked to completed registrations will be considered for publication.
  • Authorship Responsibility: The submitting author is regarded as the main author. NIER does not mediate authorship disputes.
  • Rejection & Withdrawal: Withdrawn or rejected papers will not be reconsidered or republished under any circumstances.
5. Travel & Accommodation
  • Participant Responsibility: All travel and lodging arrangements must be made by the participant.
  • No Liability: NIER is not responsible for travel expenses or losses due to changes in conference dates, venue, or format.
  • Fee Coverage: Registration fees do not include accommodation, travel, or personal expenses.
6. Visa & Invitation Letter Guidelines
  • Visa Support: Invitation letters are issued only after full registration and payment.
  • Self-Handled Visa: NIER does not intervene with embassies or consulates. The visa process is the sole responsibility of the participant.
  • No Guarantee: Invitation letters do not guarantee visa approval.
  • Document Misuse: Unauthorized use or alteration of the invitation letter will lead to disqualification and potential legal consequences.
7. Registration Transfers
  • Eligibility: Transfers are allowed within the same institution.
  • Process: Submit a written request to info@nier.in with supporting documents at least 14 days before the event.
  • Non-Refundable: Once transferred, registrations are non-refundable.
  • Timeline for Transfer After Invitation: If the invitation letter has been issued, the transfer must be completed within 7 days or at least 20 days prior to the event.
8. General Legal & Ethical Statements
  • Independent Entity: NIER operates independently and is not affiliated with any government or educational institution unless officially declared.
  • Right to Refuse: NIER reserves the right to deny participation or withdraw papers for ethical violations or non-compliance.
  • Jurisdiction: All disputes or legal matters shall be subject to the courts located in Chennai, India.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these terms, please contact us:

Email: info@nier.in

Phone: +91 9677007228