National Conference on
Geospatial Technologiesfor Sustainable Development – 2026

A national platform uniting researchers, academics, government institutions, and industry professionals to advance Sri Lanka's geospatial future.

Date August 20, 2026
Venue Faculty of Geomatics SUSL, Belihuloya
Organized by Dept. of Remote Sensing & GIS
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About the Conference

Where Geospatial Innovation Meets National Purpose

Remote Sensing and GIS have become essential technologies driving environmental management, urban planning, disaster response, agriculture, land administration, and climate studies across Sri Lanka.

With rapid advances in drone mapping, artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, cloud computing, and spatial data science, this conference creates a national forum for experts from universities, government institutions, private organizations, and international agencies to converge.

Organized by the Department of Remote Sensing and GIS, Faculty of Geomatics, SUSL, this one-day conference is expected to draw 150+ participants from across the island and beyond.

Conference Objectives

  • 01 Provide a national platform for sharing research and innovations in Geospatial Technologies
  • 02 Promote collaboration among academics, researchers, government agencies, and industries
  • 03 Discuss emerging technologies and their applications for sustainable development
  • 04 Strengthen professional networking among geospatial practitioners in Sri Lanka
  • 05 Identify current challenges and future opportunities in geospatial sciences
Sub-Themes

Research Areas

The conference welcomes submissions across four interconnected domains of geospatial science.

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Remote Sensing & GIS Applications

Environmental monitoring, land cover mapping, precision agriculture, disaster risk reduction, and multispectral image analysis using cutting-edge satellite platforms.

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Advanced Geospatial Technologies

Drone photogrammetry, LiDAR, AI-powered feature extraction, real-time positioning systems, and next-generation surveying and mapping technologies.

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Web GIS & Cloud-Based Geospatial Systems

Cloud computing architectures, open-source GIS platforms, geospatial web services, Google Earth Engine applications, and scalable spatial data infrastructure.

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Spatial Data Science

Big spatial data analytics, machine learning for geospatial applications, geostatistics, urban analytics, and data-driven approaches to national development challenges.

Important Dates

Key Milestones

Opens Abstract Submission Opens 01 June 2026
Deadline Abstract Submission Deadline 30 June 2026 Approaching
Notification Paper Acceptance Notification 15 July 2026
Submission Camera-Ready Submission 01 August 2026
Registration Early Bird Registration Closes 10 August 2026 Save on fees
Conference NCGT 2026 Conference Day 20 August 2026 Main event

Publication Plan

Accepted abstracts and full papers will be published in:

Conference Proceedings (E-Publication)
Selected Journal Publications
Digital Repository of the University

Target Participants

University Academics Postgrad Students GIS Professionals Surveyors Urban Planners Environmental Scientists ICT Experts NGOs Disaster Management
Abstract Submission

Submission Guidelines

Please read the following guidelines carefully before preparing and submitting your abstract.

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Language
English Only

All abstracts must be written in English. Submissions in any other language will not be considered.

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Length
200 – 250 Words

Abstracts should be between 200 and 250 words, written as a single, continuous paragraph.

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Format
Microsoft Word Document

Submit your abstract as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) using the official template provided below.

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Content Requirements
Your Abstract Should:
  • 01 Clearly state the purpose of the study
  • 02 Describe the methods used
  • 03 Summarise the key results
  • 04 Present the conclusion of your original work
Official Template
Abstract Submission Template

Download the official Word template and follow the formatting instructions within.

⬇ Download Template
Where to Submit

Submission Portal

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CMT Submission System

The CMT submission link will be coming shortly. Please check back here or follow our announcements for updates.

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How to Submit

Submission Steps via CMT

Abstracts are submitted through the Microsoft CMT platform. You will need a CMT account before you can submit. Follow the steps below to get started.

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Create a CMT Account

If you do not already have a Microsoft CMT account, register for one before attempting to submit.

Account Creation Guide →
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Submit Your Abstract

Once logged in, follow the author submission guide to upload your abstract via the CMT conference portal.

Author Submission Guide →
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CMT Acknowledgment

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Conference Program

Day Schedule — 20 August 2026

08:30 – 09:00
Registration of Participants
09:00 – 10:00
🎤 Inauguration Ceremony & Keynote Speech
10:00 – 10:30
Morning Refreshment
10:30 – 12:30
📊 Technical Sessions (Oral & Poster Presentations)
12:30 – 13:30
Poster Session · Industry Sessions · Lunch
13:30 – 15:00
📊 Technical Sessions (continued)
15:00 – 15:30
Evening Refreshment
15:30 – 19:00
🏆 Industry Sessions · Awarding · Closing Ceremony
19:00 – 20:00
🤝 Networking Session
Proposed Activities: Keynote Address · Technical Oral & Poster Presentations · Panel Discussions · Industry Demonstrations · Student Research Competition
Registration

Registration Fees

At least one author per accepted paper must register. Early bird rates apply until 10 August 2026.

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Presenter
🐦 Early Bird (by 10 Aug) Rs. 2,000
Late Registration Rs. 2,500
Category
Student Presenter
🐦 Early Bird (by 10 Aug) Rs. 1,000
Late Registration Rs. 1,500
Organizing Committee

The Team Behind NCGT 2026

Conference Chair
Dr. HA Nalani
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Conference Secretary
Ms. IAB Saubhagya
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Treasurer
Mrs. JAS Jayakody
Scientific Committee
Prof. Saman Koswatte
Mrs. Shehani Ariyathilake
Ms. Lakshani Kolombage
Technical Committee
Mr. Dilshan Jayathilake
Ms. Nipuni Hewage
Event Management & Logistics
Mr. Hasitha Rodrigo
Sponsorship Committee
Prof. PGRNI Pussella
Venue

Faculty of Geomatics, SUSL

Location

Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Belihuloya, Balangoda
Sri Lanka

Organized by

Department of Remote Sensing and GIS
Faculty of Geomatics
Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

Getting There

Belihuloya is located in the Sabaragamuwa Province, accessible via the A4 highway from Colombo through Ratnapura. The scenic campus is nestled in the highlands of Sri Lanka.

Faculty of Geomatics
Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Belihuloya

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Contact

Get in Touch

For queries about abstract submissions, registration, or sponsorship, reach out to the organizing committee.

Conference Chair
Dr. HA Nalani
Conference Secretary
Ms. IAB Saubhagya