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PKC 2026 Call for Papers
Official deadlines & important dates
When is the PKC 2026 deadline?
Data last updated: Jun 10, 2026
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About PKC 2026
PKC 2026 (International Conference on Practice and Theory of Public-Key Cryptography) is a leading conference focused on cybersecurity, privacy, and cryptography. It is ranked as a B-ranked venue in the ICORE 2026 rankings, representing a well-regarded publication outlet. This edition takes place in West Palm Beach, USA (May 25-28, 2026). Researchers can track the PKC 2026 deadline with live countdowns, export to Google Calendar, and manage their submission workflow using PaperPilot.
Frequently asked questions
When was the PKC 2026 paper submission deadline?
The PKC 2026 paper submission deadline was 2025-10-24 23:59:59 (UTC-12). 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 PKC 2026 call for papers.
Where was PKC 2026 held?
PKC 2026 was held in West Palm Beach, USA on May 25-28, 2026. The full name of the event is International Conference on Practice and Theory of Public-Key Cryptography. PKC 2026 is rated ICORE B, CCF B, a useful signal of the venue's selectivity and standing in Security 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 PKC 2026 call for papers.
What are the PKC 2026 important dates?
PKC 2026 key dates: paper submission deadline was 2025-10-24 23:59:59 (UTC-12); conference dates May 25-28, 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 PKC 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 PKC 2026 ranked?
PKC 2026 is rated ICORE B, CCF B. 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 PKC among the more selective venues within Security, which is one reason its deadlines fill calendars early. The conference was held in West Palm Beach, USA on May 25-28, 2026. Rankings are only one input when choosing where to submit — also weigh fit, audience and timing. See the official PKC 2026 call for papers for scope and topics.