1. The "Graduation" Factor (The Big YES)

In many universities (particularly in China, India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Europe), publication requirements are strict.

• Rule of Thumb: Often, universities require "2 Scopus-indexed publications" to qualify for a PhD defense.

• Benefit: Conference papers are faster to publish (3-6 months) than journals (1-2 years). If you need to meet a quota quickly to graduate, a Scopus conference is a lifesaver.

2. The "Visibility" Factor

Scopus is the largest abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature.

• Worth it: If your paper is in Scopus, it is "discoverable." People searching for your topic will find it.

• Not Worth it: If a conference is not indexed in Scopus (or Web of Science), it basically doesn't exist in the academic world. It becomes "Grey Literature" and won't count toward your h-index.

3. The "Field of Study" Nuance

Your major dictates the value:

• Computer Science / AI / Robotics: Extremely High Value. Top conferences (CVPR, NeurIPS) are Scopus-indexed and are valued higher than journals.

• Engineering (Civil/Mech/Elec): Medium Value. Good for networking and testing ideas, but you still need Journal papers (SCI/SCIE) for a strong career profile.

• Social Sciences / Humanities: Low Value. Books and prestigious journals matter far more. Conference papers are often ignored in tenure reviews.

The Trap: "Predatory" Scopus Conferences

This is where the "Worth It" answer becomes a NO. Because Scopus is a requirement for so many students, predatory organizers create "Scam Conferences."

Signs a Scopus Conference is a SCAM:

1. "Guaranteed Acceptance": No legitimate academic venue guarantees acceptance before peer review.

2. "Broad Scope": A conference covering "Engineering, Medicine, Education, and Agriculture" all at once is a red flag.

3. "Pay and Vanish": They ask for a high registration fee ($500+) but have no history of previous proceedings online.

The Risk: Scopus actively "delists" (removes) journals and conference series that cheat. If you publish there, and Scopus bans the publisher next month, your paper falls out of the database, and it no longer counts for your graduation.

Strategic Advice for PhD Students

Do submit if:

1. The conference is sponsored by a major society (IEEE, ACM, Springer, Elsevier).

2. Your university explicitly accepts "Scopus Conference Proceedings" for graduation credits.

3. You need feedback on an early-stage idea before turning it into a full journal paper.

Do NOT submit if:

1. The organizer is an unknown private company promising "Fast Publication in 2 weeks."

2. You are in a field (like Biology) where only Impact Factor Journals matter.

Conclusion

A reputable Scopus conference is a valuable stepping stone. It proves your work is peer-reviewed and retrievable. However, it should not be your only output. Aim for a mix: 1-2 Scopus Conferences for speed and networking, and 1-2 SCIE Journals for long-term career prestige.