ASU
National Conference on
"AI for Low-Resource Assamese Language"
NCALAL — 2027  |  AICTE — VAANI Sponsored
ATAL AICTE
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AICTE — VAANI Sponsored

National Conference on "AI for Low-Resource Assamese Language"

NCALAL — 2027

  January 28 – 29, 2027
Organized by Department of Information Technology,
Assam Skill University, Mangaldoi, Assam 784125
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About The Conference

Learn more about the initiative, the organizing institution, and the vision behind NCALAL 2027

About AICTE-VAANI

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has launched the 'AICTE-VAANI' scheme to promote Indian regional languages among faculty and students. VAANI stands for Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages. The scheme offers financial assistance for conducting conferences in 12 regional languages across 16 emerging fields including AI, Quantum Computing, Smart Cities, and more.

About Assam Skill University

Assam Skill University (ASU) was established through the Assam Skill University Act in September 2020. It is a dedicated institution focused on skill-based higher education and workforce development, bridging the gap between conventional academic learning and industry-oriented skills training. ASU aims to build a modern campus with advanced facilities and technologies.

Targeted Audience

Research papers are invited from PG students, faculty, researchers, industry professionals, and innovators on various aspects of AI for low-resource Assamese language. The conference focuses on emerging technologies and solutions in Assamese, aligning with the objectives of the AICTE-VAANI scheme to promote accessibility, inclusivity, and knowledge dissemination.

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Conference Themes

Papers are invited for the following themes. All accepted papers will be included in Abstract Proceedings with an ISBN number. Selected high-quality papers will be considered for publication as book chapters.

Natural Language Processing (NLP) for Assamese Language
Speech and Voice Technologies in Assamese
Machine Translation and Multilingual AI
Low-Resource Language Challenges and Solutions
AI for Education and Skill Development in Assamese
Data Science and AI Applications for Regional Languages
Digital Preservation and Promotion of Assamese Language
Other Emerging Areas in AI for Regional Languages
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Call for Papers

We invite original, unpublished research papers on the conference themes. Selected papers will be published in proceedings with ISBN.

Submission Guidelines

Language: Assamese (Complusory) and English (Suggested)
Length: 4–6 pages (A4 size)
Format: As per format ( Refer to: How to Submit Section)
Font: As per format ( Refer to: How to Submit Section)
File:DOC/ LaTex format only

All papers (Specially Assamese Version) must be original and not under review elsewhere; similarity will be checked through Turnitin and must not exceed 15%. AI-generated content must not exceed 20%, and authors are responsible for the originality and accuracy of their submissions.

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline:
November 10, 2026

Abstract Acceptance Notification:
November 17, 2026

Full Paper Submission Deadline:
December 01, 2026

Full Paper Acceptance Notification:
December 08, 2026

Camera-Ready Submission:
December 15, 2026

Last Date of Registration:
January 15, 2027

Publication

All accepted papers will be included in the Conference Abstract Proceedings with an ISBN number.

Selected high-quality papers will be considered for publication as book chapters with reputed publishers (SCOPUS-indexed book applied; confirmation awaited).

Proceedings: ISBN-numbered abstract book
Extended: SCOPUS-indexed book chapters

How to Submit

Authors are requested to complete their registration via the AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy website. After completing the registration, they can submit their papers/abstract via email. Please mention "NCALAL 2027 Paper Submission" in the subject line of the email. Authors are requested to submit their papers/ abstract via email to conference.it@asu.ac.in. Please mention "NCALAL 2027 Paper Submission" in the subject line.

Email: conference.it@asu.ac.in

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Programme Schedule

Two days of insightful sessions with renowned experts from academia and industry

Date 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
28 / 1 / 2027
Prof. Umesh Deka
Retd. Professor, Dept. of Assamese, Gauhati University
"The Journey of the Assamese Language (Past to Present)"
Prof. Shikhar Kr. Sarma
Department of Information Technology, GU
"NLP for Assamese Language"
Prof. Utpal Sarma
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, TU
"Assamese Language & AI Innovation"
29 / 1 / 2027
Dr. Gunadeep Chetia
Dibrugarh University
"AI for Assamese & Software Development"
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Deka
Department of Information Technology, ASU
"Challenges in AI for Low-Resource Assamese Language"
Mr. Diganta Kumar Bhattacharya
Technical Architect, Cybage Software Pvt Ltd
"Digital Preservation and Promotion of Assamese Language"
Mr. Spandan Keot
CEO & Founder, Ujudebug
"Product Development using Regional Language and AI"
Dr. Utpal Barman
Associate Professor, Dept. of IT, ASU
"AI for Education and Skill Development in Assamese"
Resource Persons: The various sessions of this conference will be taken by renowned experts from GU, TU, Industry professionals, and more.
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Organizing Committee

Meet the distinguished team behind NCALAL 2027

Chief Patron
  • Honourable Vice Chancellor, ASU
Patrons
  • Shri Hanif Noorani, ACS
    Registrar, ASU
  • Prof. Shikhar Kumar Sarma
    Dean of Technology and Dean R & D Gauhati University
  • Prof.(Dr.) M. K. Deka
    Dean Academics and Dean School of Technology, ASU
  • Prof. (Dr.) Anil Borah
    Dean School of Manufacturing and Construction, ASU
  • Prof. (Dr.) Mahesh Uniyal
    Dean Tourism, Hospitality and Wellness, ASU
  • Prof. (Dr.) Sunandan Baruah
    Dean (Research & Consultancy), ASU
  • Prof. (Dr.) Juthika Konwar
    Dean School of Management and Finance, ASU
  • Prof.(Dr.) Vikas Singh Bhadoria
    Industry Engagement and Outreach, ASU
Advisors
  • Prof. Shikhar Kumar Sarma, GU
  • Prof. Utpal Sarma, TU
  • Prof. H.K.D. Sarma, GU
  • Prof. S.K. Nandi, IITG
  • Prof. U. Deka, GU (Retd.)
  • Dr. V Deka, GU
  • Dr. N. Baruah, DU
  • Dr. M. Rahman, GU
  • Dr. S. Sarma, GU
  • Dr. K. Kashyap, GU
  • Dr. Monisha Devi, Cotton University
  • Dr. P.P. Bairagi, ADTU
  • Dr. M. K Sarma, KVBSA SUN
  • Dr. D Das, ADTU
  • Dr. R D. Choudhury, KKHSOU
  • Dr. A. J. Pathak, GCU
  • Dr. D. Dutta, RGU
  • Dr. A.P. Saikia, KKHSOU
Coordinator
  • Dr. Utpal Barman
    Associate Professor, Dept. of IT, ASU
Co-Coordinator
  • Prof.(Dr.) Manoj Kumar Deka
    Dept. of IT, ASU
Convenors
  • Dr. Abdul Hannan, Dept. of IT, ASU
  • Dr. Sujit Kumar Das, Dept. of IT, ASU
  • Dr. Munsifa Firdaus Khan Barbhuyan, Dept. of IT, ASU
Organizing Secretary
  • Shri Sagar Kalita
    Dept. of IT, ASU
Organizing Committee
  • Shri Biplav Sarma
    Dept. of IT, ASU
  • Shri Barshneya Talukdar
    Dept. of IT, ASU
  • Shri Bijay Kr. Singh
    Dept. of IT, ASU
  • Shri Rupankar Sharma
    Programme cum System Analyst
  • Shri Priyanshu Pal Dutta
    Assistant programmer
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Registration

Join us for this prestigious conference

Register for NCALAL 2027

To join this conference, you are requested to register yourself. Scan the QR code or click the registration link below.

Registration Fee: FREE

There is no registration fee for this conference. All participants are welcome to join free of cost.

Online Registration Link
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Contact Us

Get in touch with the organizing team for any queries

Dr. Utpal Barman

Associate Professor

Department of IT, ASU

90850 40861

conference.it@asu.ac.in

Dr. Abdul Hannan

Assistant Professor

Department of IT, ASU

98645 67109

conference.it@asu.ac.in

Venue Address

Assam Skill University

Department of Information Technology

Bidya Nagar, Mangaldoi

Chengeliapara, Assam 784125

www.asu.ac.in