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FAST 2027 Call for Papers
Official deadlines & important dates
When is the FAST 2027 deadline?
Data last updated: Jun 10, 2026
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About FAST 2027
FAST 2027 (USENIX Conference on File and Storage Technologies) is a leading conference focused on computer systems, architecture, and distributed computing. It is ranked as an A-ranked venue in the ICORE 2026 rankings, representing a highly respected publication outlet. This edition takes place in Renton, WA, USA (FEBRUARY 23-25, 2027). Researchers can track the FAST 2027 deadline with live countdowns, export to Google Calendar, and manage their submission workflow using PaperPilot.
Frequently asked questions
When is the FAST 2027 paper submission deadline?
The FAST 2027 paper submission deadline is 2026-09-15 23:59:00 (AoE). This page tracks it with a live countdown and lets you add it to your calendar in one click (.ics or Google Calendar). 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 FAST 2027 call for papers.
Where is FAST 2027 being held?
FAST 2027 is being held in Renton, WA, USA on FEBRUARY 23-25, 2027. The full name of the event is USENIX Conference on File and Storage Technologies. FAST 2027 is rated ICORE A, CCF A, 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 FAST 2027 call for papers.
What are the FAST 2027 important dates?
FAST 2027 key dates: paper submission deadline 2026-09-15 23:59:00 (AoE); conference dates FEBRUARY 23-25, 2027. 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 FAST 2027 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 FAST 2027 ranked?
FAST 2027 is rated ICORE A, CCF A. 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 FAST among the more selective venues within Systems, which is one reason its deadlines fill calendars early. The conference takes place in Renton, WA, USA on FEBRUARY 23-25, 2027. Rankings are only one input when choosing where to submit — also weigh fit, audience and timing. See the official FAST 2027 call for papers for scope and topics.