ACM SIGIR 2026 Conference on Information Retrieval Research and DevelopmentIt is one of the most anticipated events in the global computer science and artificial intelligence field. SIGIR (Special Interest Group on Information Retrieval) is renowned for its deep academic depth and lively discussions. It is a leading global conference that brings together researchers, developers, and data scientists to explore innovations in search, data retrieval, natural language processing (NLP), and machine learning.

As academia prepares for another groundbreaking year, SIGIR 2026, held in Melbourne, Australia, is poised to set a new benchmark in research and collaboration. Get everything you need to know – from key dates and submission guidelines to sponsorship opportunities and registration details.