FORENSIC MEDICON 2027 – 48th Annual National Conference of IAFM [2-6 February, 2026] [Early Bird- 15 September, 2026]

About the Conference

FORENSIC MEDICON 2027 is the **48th Annual National Conference of the Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine, hosted by the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University.

The conference will bring together professionals and researchers from forensic medicine, forensic science, nursing, law, police and the judiciary, with a focus on translating scientific knowledge and research into practical applications in the justice system.

Conference Theme

Translational Forensics

Uniting Medicine, Nursing, Forensics, Judiciary, Police and Society

The conference will focus on strengthening interdisciplinary coordination, improving medico-legal documentation and forensic reporting, promoting scientific integrity, and enhancing the understanding and use of forensic evidence within the justice system.

Pre-Conference Skill Labs

Participants can also enrol in hands-on skill labs scheduled for 2–3 February 2027, including:

• Forensic AI Lab – Real-time model building for medico-legal applications
• MCCD Lab – Death documentation and certification
• Medico-Legal Photography Lab
• Simulation Lab
• Virtual Autopsy & Forensic Imaging Lab at AIIMS Rishikesh

Skill labs have limited seats and are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis upon payment confirmation.

Call for Abstracts

The conference invites original research and academic contributions through:

• Oral presentations / Free Papers
• Poster Presentations
• Original research
• Case reports
• Case series

Relevant areas include forensic medicine, toxicology, forensic nursing and allied medico-legal disciplines.

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Opens: Now Open
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 December 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 31 December 2026
• Final Presentation Files: 15 January 2027
• Conference: 2–6 February 2027

Who Can Participate?

The conference welcomes:

• Undergraduate students and interns
• Postgraduate trainees
• Forensic science professionals
• Forensic medicine professionals
• Nursing professionals
• Faculty and academicians
• Researchers and scholars
• Professionals working in medico-legal and criminal justice fields

The presenting author must be a registered delegate.

Registration Fees

Early-Bird rates until 15 September 2026 include:

• Undergraduate Students – ₹2,000
• PG Trainees – ₹5,000–₹5,500, depending on IAFM membership
• Faculty/Professionals – ₹8,000–₹9,000, depending on IAFM membership

Regular and late registration slabs will apply after the respective deadlines.

Why Attend?

FORENSIC MEDICON 2027 offers an opportunity to present research, participate in specialised skill labs, engage with forensic and medico-legal experts, and explore the intersection of forensic science, medicine, law and criminal justice.