Award Paper Guidelines

Part II – Specific Guidelines for Award Papers

Last date for submission: 30th September 2026

Award Paper submissions must satisfy the General Abstract Submission Guidelines in addition to the specific requirements below.

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1. Eligibility

  • As per Central IAP Award Rules.
  • Original work from previous five years.
  • First author must be the presenter.
  • Age and publication rules strictly applicable.
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2. Full Paper Requirements

  • Maximum 2500 words limit.
  • Formatted as per Indian Pediatrics guidelines.
  • Blinded manuscript + separate title page.
  • Maximum four tables and two figures.
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3. Required Documents

  • Full Paper & Structured Abstract.
  • Official Declaration Form.
  • Institutional Certification.
  • IEC Approval & COI Declaration.
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4. Review & Presentation

  • Review Process: Blinded peer review by judges nominated by Central IAP.
  • Presentation Duration: 10 minutes.
  • Discussion Duration: 3 minutes.
Conversion of Award Papers
Non-selected Award Papers may, with author consent, be considered for Free Paper or E-Poster without resubmission.