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International Congress of Arachnology
15
Nov
Date
15 Nov (Sunday)
Time
Sun, 15 – Sat, 21 Nov
Venue
Gokulam Park Hotel Kochi, National High Way 65, 4862-4875, Banerji Rd, Kaloor
Ernakulam, Kerala, India
📝 Useful Information
The 23rd International Congress of Arachnology (ICA 2026) will be held in Ernakulam (Kochi), Kerala, India, from November 15 to 21, 2026. This marks the first time the event will take place in India.
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Event Details
Registration & Timeline
Practical Information
•Venue: Gokulam Park Hotel & Convention Centre, Ernakulam, Kochi.
•Hosts: Organized under the auspices of the International Society of Arachnology (ISA) and hosted by Bharata Mata College (Kochi) and Devamatha College (Kuravilangad).
•Scientific Scope: The congress will feature research on taxonomy, systematics, evolutionary biology, ecology, behaviour, and conservation.
•Key Highlights:
•Delegates: Over 500 participants expected.
•Program: Includes 10+ symposia, plenary sessions, and 250+ oral and poster presentations.
•Excursions: Mid-congress trips to the Western Ghats (biodiversity field trip) or houseboat cruises in the Kerala backwaters.
•Visa: International delegates (except accompanying persons) must apply for a Conference Visa.
•Connectivity: The venue is near Ernakulam Junction (South) and Town (North) railway stations and is roughly 26 km from Cochin International Airport (CIAL).
•Accommodation: Discounted rooms are available at Gokulam Park for participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
Updated at 19 Mar 2026