7th International & 46th Indian Criminology Conference, 2026
7th International & 46th Indian Criminology Conference, 2026
The Indian Society of Criminology (ISC), in collaboration with the School of Law, DY Patil Deemed to be University, Navi Mumbai, is organizing the 7th International & 46th Indian Criminology Conference. The conference will be held from 06 to 08 March 2026.
Conference Theme
The Security State and Digital Governance: Rethinking the Architecture of Criminalization
This theme invites critical engagement with contemporary issues surrounding criminal justice, digital surveillance, state power, and evolving forms of criminalization in the digital age.
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About DY Patil Deemed to be University (DYPU)
DY Patil Deemed to be University is a leading institution of higher education located in Nerul, Navi Mumbai, with a strong legacy in academics and professional education.
Key highlights include:
– A 40-year legacy in education and over 21 years as a deemed university
– A 72-acre integrated campus
– More than 20 Harvard Business School Online programmes
– Nearly 15,000 graduates each year across disciplines
– A vision focused on advancing India as a global hub for education, healthcare, and sports
– A strong alumni network committed to social impact and professional excellence
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School of Law, DY Patil Deemed to be University (DYPSOL)
The School of Law is committed to producing industry-ready legal professionals through a balance of theory, practice, and research.
Key features include:
– Integration of classroom instruction with fieldwork and real-world legal exposure
– Strong emphasis on social development initiatives and student-led academic committees
– Progressive curriculum covering foundational and advanced areas of law and jurisprudence
– Research-driven pedagogy with analytical and critical training
– Active collaboration with law firms, legal professionals, and social institutions
– Experienced faculty dedicated to training advocates, solicitors, and legal scholars
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The Indian Society of Criminology (ISC)
Established in 1970, the Indian Society of Criminology is one of India’s oldest and most respected professional bodies dedicated to the scientific study of crime, justice, and related behavioural sciences.
Founders and Early Contributors
The Society was conceptualized by eminent personalities including:
– Hon’ble Justice V. R. Krishna Iyer
– Mr. N. Pitchandi
– Prof. T. E. Shanmugam
– Mr. K. Mani
– Prof. K. Chockalingam
– Mr. P. Paramaguru
Over time, ISC has been strengthened by the contributions of leading scholars and practitioners such as:
– Prof. N. R. Madhava Menon
– Prof. B. B. Pande
– Prof. G. S. Bajpai
– Prof. Arvind Tiwari
– Prof. R. Thilagaraj
– Prof. B. N. Chattoraj
– Prof. P. Madhava Soma Sundaram
– Dr. S. Latha
– Prof. M. Z. Khan
– Prof. K. V. Kaliappan, among others
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Mission and Impact of ISC
The Indian Society of Criminology functions as a multidisciplinary platform comprising:
– Criminologists and sociologists
– Psychologists and forensic experts
– Police, correctional, and probation professionals
– Lawyers, judges, and child protection specialists
– Social workers and policy researchers
The Society advances its objectives by:
– Organizing national and international conferences, training programmes, and symposia
– Promoting interdisciplinary research in criminology and criminal justice
– Encouraging evidence-based policymaking
– Strengthening responses to crime prevention, rehabilitation, and justice delivery
