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CF 2026 Call for Papers
Official deadlines & important dates
When is the CF 2026 deadline?
Data last updated: Jul 28, 2026
About CF 2026
CF 2026 (ACM International Conference on Computing Frontiers) is a leading conference focused on computer systems, architecture, and distributed computing. This edition takes place in Catania, Sicily, Italy (May 19-21, 2026). Researchers can track the CF 2026 deadline with live countdowns, export to Google Calendar, and manage their submission workflow using PaperPilot.
Frequently asked questions
When was the CF 2026 paper submission deadline?
The CF 2026 paper submission deadline was 2026-01-19 23:59:59 (AoE). This is a historical record — the deadline has already passed. The deadline is Anywhere on Earth (AoE), i.e. UTC-12, so it has not passed until the time has elapsed in every time zone on the planet — practically, you have until the end of that calendar day in the very last location on Earth, which buys a little buffer over your own local clock. For the authoritative wording and any updates, always check the official CF 2026 call for papers.
Where was CF 2026 held?
CF 2026 was held in Catania, Sicily, Italy on May 19-21, 2026. The full name of the event is ACM International Conference on Computing Frontiers. CF 2026 is rated CCF C, CORE N, a useful signal of the venue's selectivity and standing in Systems when you decide where to submit. Use the live countdown on this page to plan your submission and travel, and add the key dates to your calendar in one click. For the venue, registration and any location changes, see the official CF 2026 call for papers.
What are the CF 2026 important dates?
CF 2026 key dates: paper submission deadline was 2026-01-19 23:59:59 (AoE); abstract deadline was 2026-01-12 23:59:59 (AoE); conference dates May 19-21, 2026. The deadline is Anywhere on Earth (AoE), i.e. UTC-12, so it has not passed until the time has elapsed in every time zone on the planet — practically, you have until the end of that calendar day in the very last location on Earth, which buys a little buffer over your own local clock. Dates can change as the program is finalized, so confirm against the official CF 2026 call for papers before you rely on them. You can export every date on this page to .ics or Google Calendar in one click.
How is CF 2026 ranked?
CF 2026 is rated CCF C, CORE N. ICORE/CORE (the CORE Conference Ranking, 2026 edition) grades venues from A* (flagship) through A, B and C; CCF is the China Computer Federation's parallel A/B/C rating. That places CF among the more selective venues within Systems, which is one reason its deadlines fill calendars early. The conference was held in Catania, Sicily, Italy on May 19-21, 2026. Rankings are only one input when choosing where to submit — also weigh fit, audience and timing. See the official CF 2026 call for papers for scope and topics.