The IEEE International Power and Renewable Energy Conference (IPRECON) is an internationally recognised, peer-reviewed technical conference focused on the advancement of research in power systems, renewable energy, power electronics, smart grids, energy storage systems, artificial intelligence in energy, and IoT-based energy solutions.

IPRECON is India's first and only IEEE Club of 6 Technical Paper Conference, proudly organised since its inception by the IEEE Student Branch of the College of Engineering Karunagappally (IEEE SB CEK). It is one of only six student-led conferences in the entire world to receive the prestigious designation of the IEEE IAS "Club of Six" — a select group of globally recognised conferences held annually under the backing of the IEEE Industry Applications Society. Notably, IPRECON is the only conference among these six that is organised entirely by undergraduate students.

The conference is technically co-sponsored by the IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) and the IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) — two of the most prominent technical societies within the global IEEE ecosystem.

The 4th edition of IPRECON will be held from September 04 to 06, 2026, at the College of Engineering Karunagappally, Kerala, India. The conference will be conducted in Hybrid Mode, enabling both in-person and virtual participation, in keeping with the conference's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

IPRECON 2026 is expected to be inaugurated by Dr. Avoki M. Omekanda, President, IEEE Industry Applications Society — a globally eminent figure in electrical engineering and applied sciences.

All papers submitted to IPRECON undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Accepted papers are published in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library — one of the world's foremost repositories of scientific and engineering research, accessed by millions of researchers, academics, and professionals globally. The proceedings of all three previous editions of IPRECON are already indexed and accessible on IEEE Xplore.

The top 20% of presented papers are further recommended for review and possible publication in IEEE-IAS Transactions and Magazines — internationally indexed, high-impact periodicals representing a rare and prestigious publication pathway.

IPRECON has been hosted at the College of Engineering Karunagappally since its founding edition in 2020, with all proceedings indexed in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library. The conference has shown consistent growth in both the volume and international diversity of submissions across every edition.

The College of Engineering Karunagappally (CEK) is a premier government engineering institution established in the year 2000 under the Institute of Human Resources Development (IHRD), an autonomous body under the Government of Kerala. Located in Karunagappally, Kollam District, Kerala, India, CEK is the second engineering college in Kollam district and the fourth institution under the IHRD. It is affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

Since its establishment, CEK has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, technical innovation, and impactful research. The institution received a grant of ₹10 Crore from the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India, under the prestigious Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP II) — a World Bank-aided initiative — in recognition of its outstanding educational performance.

The campus is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity, integrated into the National Knowledge Network (NKN), and supported by well-equipped laboratories, research facilities, a digital library, and modern conference infrastructure. The College has over 4,000 alumni and hosts 8 engineering departments offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The IEEE Student Branch, College of Engineering Karunagappally (IEEE SB CEK) — Branch Number STB03951 — is one of the most distinguished and internationally recognised IEEE Student Branches in India. The branch was officially established on 13 May 2009 and operates under the IEEE Kerala Section, affiliated with the IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) and the IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES).

IEEE SB CEK is the founding and permanent organising body of IPRECON. The branch has successfully conceptualised, organised, and delivered all three previous editions of IPRECON — in 2020, 2021, and 2022 — and continues to do so with the 4th edition in 2026. The branch won the right to conduct IPRECON through a highly competitive application process in which institutions across India — including IITs and other premier national technical institutions — applied. IPRECON was entrusted to IEEE SB CEK from its very first edition, a remarkable distinction for a student-led branch from a state government institution.

The branch is home to 10 active IEEE Technical Societies and 2 Affinity Groups, including the IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group, which has been active since 2010. With over 100 active members and more than 100 events organised, the branch maintains a vibrant programme of technical workshops, seminars, and outreach activities throughout the year.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is the world's largest technical professional organisation, with a global membership of over 460,000 engineers, scientists, and allied professionals across more than 190 countries and territories. Founded in 1963 through the merger of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE) and the Institute of Radio Engineers (IRE), IEEE is dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity.

IEEE's mission is carried forward through its publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. It is the world's leading producer of technical literature in electrical engineering, electronics, and computer science, publishing approximately 30% of the world's technical literature in these fields. IEEE maintains 39 Societies and Technical Councils, each dedicated to a specific domain of engineering and technology.

IEEE's standards and technical outputs are recognised and adopted by governmental bodies, regulatory agencies, and international standards organisations worldwide. IEEE conferences are held to the highest standards of academic integrity, with all papers subject to rigorous peer review. Accepted papers are published in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library, a globally indexed scientific repository accessed by millions of researchers, institutions, and engineers.

The IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) is one of the most active and globally prominent technical societies within IEEE. IAS focuses on the advancement of the theory and practice of electrical and electronic engineering in the development, design, manufacture, and application of electrical systems, apparatus, devices, and controls for industrial and commercial purposes. IAS sponsors numerous international conferences and publications, including the prestigious IEEE IAS Annual Meeting, and maintains a global network of professionals and researchers working at the intersection of engineering and industry.

IAS recognises a select group of internationally distinguished student-led conferences under the IEEE IAS "Club of Six" programme — and IPRECON is the sole representative of India in this elite global grouping. The current President of the IEEE Industry Applications Society, Dr. Avoki M. Omekanda, is expected to inaugurate IPRECON 2026.

The IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) is the world's largest forum for sharing the latest in technological developments in the electric power industry. With a membership of over 30,000 power engineering professionals worldwide, PES serves as the primary IEEE society for researchers and professionals engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation of electric power. PES sponsors major international conferences and publications that set the standard for power systems research globally.