This two-day international Conference aims to bring together students, academicians, researchers, professionals, and policymakers to deliberate on emerging challenges, institutional reforms, and innovative solutions in the field of Fintech, White Collar Crimes and Regulatory Affairs.

About GCRCJS

The GNLU Centre for Research in Criminal Justice Sciences (GCRCJS) is a specialised Research Centre focused on advancing the study of criminal law through comprehensive research and academic discussions. Since its inception, GCRCJS has organised numerous significant events, including the 13th Asian Criminology Conference, 1st and 2nd GCRCJS International Conference on Crime & Technology, and multiple editions of our flagship Legislative Drafting Competition. GCRCJS actively facilitates the exchange of ideas through initiatives like the 'Crime and Justice: A Discourse Series,' the newsletter: 'The Crime and Justice Gazette,' and the blog: 'Crime & Justice Blog.' The Centre has hosted several prominent figures for webinars and guest lectures, including Hon'ble Mr Justice Aravind Kumar and Hon'ble Mr Justice Nilay V Anjaria, Sitting Judges at the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India; Hon'ble Mr Justice Alpesh Y Kogje, Hon'ble Ms Justice Gita Gopi and Hon'ble Ms Justice Sangeeta Vishen and Hon'ble Ms Justice Nisha Thakore, Sitting Judges at the Hon'ble Gujarat High Court; Shri Shekhar Naphade, Ms. Rebecca John, Senior Advocates at the Supreme Court of India and Ms. Aishwarya Bhati, Senior Advocate, Additional Solicitor General at the Supreme Court.

About the Conference

India is emerging as a global hub for financial service innovation, driven by the 'India Stack' (Aadhaar, e-KYC, UPI) and initiatives such as the JAM Trinity. This growth in digital finance has also opened underexplored vulnerabilities in cybercrime, fraud and cross-border money laundering. Gujarat National Law University's proximity to GIFT City, India's International Financial Services Centre, gives GCRCJS a distinct vantage point from which to examine the intersection of digital financial innovation and criminal justice. Through this Conference, GCRCJS seeks to build a platform for sustained academic and policy engagement with 'FRAML' (Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering) and technology-enabled economic crime.

Call for Papers

We invite original research papers on the main theme or related sub-themes of the Conference. Selected papers will be presented during the Conference and considered for publication opportunities. The broad theme of the Conference is “Bridging Fintech Innovation and Criminal Justice: FRAML, Compliance and Emerging Technology.”

Indicative Sub-Themes

• Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering in the Age of AI

• Technology-Enabled Exploitation and Corporate Subterfuge

• Cross-Border Compliance and Global Regulatory Corridors

• Digital Trails, Asset Recovery and Crypto Forensics

*The above themes and sub-themes are merely indicative in nature and not exhaustive. Participants may submit an abstract on any contemporary and connected issue concerning fintech regulation, white collar crimes or compliance.

Selection Process

The In person invites are merit based and due to the overwhelming number of applicants each year we wish to cater the best submissions. Therefore, FWR-C 2027 operates on a merit-based, two-tier selection model:

• Step 1: Abstract Submission & Base Registration (Phase 1): Submit an original abstract (maximum 300 words) via this Google Form. If your abstract gets accepted you will have to pay the Registration Fee. This immediately secures your candidacy and guarantees a presentation slot in our Virtual Track.

• Step 2: Full Paper Submission: Upon notification of abstract acceptance, authors must submit their full paper by the stipulated deadline to be eligible for publication.

• Step 3: The In-Person Invitation (Phase 2): After evaluating all the submissions, the exclusive “In-Person Invitations” will be sent on merit basis. This grants physical access to the GNLU, networking dinners, and the GIFT City immersion. Invited delegates will then pay a nominal Offline Upgrade Fee.

Co-authorship: Permitted up to two authors. (Note: Registration fees are applicable per individual participant; each co-author must register separately).

The Pricing Windows

We operate strictly on two registration windows.

• Early Bird Window:

• Register before the Early Bird deadline to secure the discounted registration fee.

• Standard Window:

• Registrations completed after the Early Bird deadline will be subject to the standard registration fee.

(Note: Fees are exclusive of GST).

Abstract submission guidelines:

Authors must adhere to the following guidelines for Abstract:

• The participants are requested to submit an abstract of a maximum of 300 words in Microsoft Word and PDF document;

• Font style – (Italic) Times New Roman;

• Font Size – 12; line spacing – 1.5;

• The abstract must include keywords (maximum: five);

• The abstract must include a clear indication of the objectives, major results and implications;

• All abstracts will be subject to blind review and only those abstracts approved by the reviewers will be selected to submit their complete paper for the final presentation;

Evaluation Criteria: Relevance, Methodology, and Originality

Awards, Certificates, and Career Opportunities

To recognise outstanding academic contributions, cash prizes will be awarded to the top three research papers presented across all conference sessions: INR 15,000 for First Prize, INR 10,000 for Second Prize, and INR 5,000 for Third Prize.

All registered paper presenters and observers will receive a Certificate of Participation, while the winning authors will be awarded Certificates of Merit.

Additionally, exceptional submissions may be considered for potential publication opportunities, and internship opportunities subject to the organisers' selection criteria.

Observer Registration

Non-presenting attendees may register as Observers by paying the applicable observer fee.

Important Dates

• Phase 1: Abstract & Base Registration

• Abstract Submission: 25th November 2026

• Notification of Abstract Submission: 30th November 2026

• Early Bird Registration Fee Payment: 30th November 2026 - 15th December 2026

• Standard Registration Fee Payment: 15th December 2026 - 30th December 2026

• Phase 2: Full Paper & In-Person Invite

• Full Paper Submission: 30th December 2026

• Notification of Full Paper Acceptance and In-person invites: 5th January 2027

• Participation Fee Payment: 5th January 2027 - 8th January 2027

• Conference Dates: 1st – 2nd February 2027

Contact Information

For any queries, please feel free to reach out to:

Email: confgcrcjs@gnlu.ac.in

Or Mr. Yogeesh R S, Student Co-Convenor, GCRCJS (+91 93443 57579)

Please find the detailed brochure attached for more information on themes, guidelines, and registration.

The organisers look forward to your enthusiastic participation in this flagship international conference.