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ICST 2026 Call for Papers
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When is the ICST 2026 deadline?
Data last updated: Jun 10, 2026
About ICST 2026
ICST 2026 (IEEE International Conference on Software Testing, Verification and Validation) is a leading conference focused on software engineering, program analysis, and software testing. It is ranked as an A-ranked venue in the ICORE 2026 rankings, representing a highly respected publication outlet. This edition takes place in Daejeon, South Korea (May 18-22, 2026). Researchers can track the ICST 2026 deadline with live countdowns, export to Google Calendar, and manage their submission workflow using PaperPilot.
Frequently asked questions
When was the ICST 2026 paper submission deadline?
The ICST 2026 paper submission deadline was 2025-12-22 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 ICST 2026 call for papers.
Where was ICST 2026 held?
ICST 2026 was held in Daejeon, South Korea on May 18-22, 2026. The full name of the event is IEEE International Conference on Software Testing, Verification and Validation. ICST 2026 is rated ICORE A, CCF C, a useful signal of the venue's selectivity and standing in Software Engineering 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 ICST 2026 call for papers.
What are the ICST 2026 important dates?
ICST 2026 key dates: paper submission deadline was 2025-12-22 23:59:59 (AoE); conference dates May 18-22, 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 ICST 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 ICST 2026 ranked?
ICST 2026 is rated ICORE A, CCF C. 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 ICST among the more selective venues within Software Engineering, which is one reason its deadlines fill calendars early. The conference was held in Daejeon, South Korea on May 18-22, 2026. Rankings are only one input when choosing where to submit — also weigh fit, audience and timing. See the official ICST 2026 call for papers for scope and topics.