What is the difference between Conference and Multi-Track Conference?

Multi-Track Conference is the flagship hybrid international research conference at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 (NIT Hamirpur, 9–11 Oct 2026) with 16 peer-reviewed tracks. Conference (under the same Academic Council menu) is a separate year-round series at partner universities and colleges — including AIST-2026 at SLIET Longowal (21–22 Aug 2026), the IKS for Viksit Bharat 2047 conference at Arni University (11–12 Sept 2026), and the International Conference on Society, Education and Social Development at Sri Sai University Palampur (26–27 Sept 2026) — organized under the Shiksha Mahakumbh Abhiyan umbrella with DHE between main Mahakumbh editions.

When and where is Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 Academic Council?

The Academic Council programmes run 9–11 October 2026 at NIT Hamirpur, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India.

Where is the official Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 programme schedule?

The official मुख्य कार्यक्रम सारणी for 9–11 October 2026 at NIT Hamirpur is published at /schedule. Programme pages remain the detailed source for conclaves, conference tracks, exhibition, cultural event, projects, Shodhankur, and panel discussion.

When are the Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 Panel Discussions?

Three official Panel Discussion sessions are scheduled at NIT Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, each प्रातः 9:30 से 10:45: आध्यात्मिक भारत, विकसित भारत (9 October 2026); विज्ञानमय भारत - विकसित भारत (10 October 2026); and सुरक्षित भारत - विकसित भारत (11 October 2026). Coordinator printed on the posters: प्रो. अवनीश वर्मा +919416481652. The posters do not print a separate registration URL.

When do DHE Olympiad registrations open?

Olympiad registration and exam dates for Classes 3–10 are to be announced. Top achievers will be felicitated at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 (9–11 Oct 2026, NIT Hamirpur). Apply via the registration hub when open.

Who can I contact for academic enquiries?

For papers, Multi-Track Conference, Shodhankur, and Student Projects: academics@shikshamahakumbh.com. For conclaves: conclaves@shikshamahakumbh.com. For VCs & Directors Conclave, sponsorship, and academic partnership: director@shikshamahakumbh.com. For general enquiries: info@shikshamahakumbh.com. Named coordinators and phones are listed on Contact Us → Programme contacts.

Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 · Meeting of the Minds · NIT Hamirpur

Academic Council

Q: How many conference tracks are there?

The multi-track international conference spans 16 thematic tracks — from fundamental sciences and engineering to education, health, culture, Indian Knowledge Systems, and defence and security. Each track has dedicated Track Coordinators listed on the Multi-Track Conference tab.

Q: How do I submit a research paper?

Authors submit via the official Microsoft CMT portal for Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 (https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/SMK2026/). Papers accepted and presented at the conference will be considered for publication in a peer-reviewed open-access journal with ISSN. Selected papers that meet the applicable quality standards may be considered for publication in Web of Science/Scopus-indexed journals. Authors submit an abstract, which undergoes double-blind peer review for acceptance. Manuscript similarity must remain within acceptable limits. Papers must be submitted through the Microsoft CMT portal using the official SMK 2026 link. Submission guidelines, templates, the copyright form, and the free submission process are available through that official CMT workflow.

Multi-track international conference, university conference series, thematic conclaves, panel discussions, DHE Olympiads, exhibitions, student projects, best practices, Shodhankur, and excellence awards — 9–11 October 2026.

Dates: 9–11 Oct 2026; NIT Hamirpur summit
Conference Tracks: 16; Hybrid multi-track research
Thematic Conclaves: 8; Policy & leadership dialogues
Olympiad Streams: 3; English · Maths · Technology

The Academic Backbone of Shiksha Mahakumbh — Integrating Knowledge, Innovation, and Impact.

Programme pillars

Ten integrated academic programmes — select a pillar to view tracks, eligibility, and submission details.

शैक्षणिक अधिवेशन

Academic Conclaves

High-impact dialogue platforms for vice-chancellors, educators, scientists, entrepreneurs, CSR leaders, media, meritorious students, and defence & security professionals.

VCs & Directors Conclave
कुलपति एवं निदेशक अधिवेशन
Principal and Outstanding Teacher Conclave
प्राचार्य एवं उत्कृष्ट शिक्षक अधिवेशन
Scientists & Research Scholars Conclave
वैज्ञानिक एवं शोधार्थी अधिवेशन
Startup Leaders / Entrepreneurs Conclave
स्टार्टअप लीडर्स / उद्यमी अधिवेशन
CSR & NGO Conclave
सीएसआर एवं एनजीओ अधिवेशन
Media Conclave
मीडिया अधिवेशन
Talented Students Conclave
प्रतिभाशाली विद्यार्थी अधिवेशन
Defence and Security Conclave
रक्षा एवं सुरक्षा अधिवेशन

बहु-विषयक सम्मेलन

Multi-Track Conference

Hybrid international research conference with 16 tracks and peer-reviewed publication pathways across sciences, engineering, education, health, culture, Indian Knowledge Systems, and defence & security.

Fundamental and Applied Sciences
मौलिक एवं अनुप्रयुक्त विज्ञान
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics · Earth and Space Sciences · Interdisciplinary Sciences (Biotechnology, Material Science, etc.)
Engineering and Technology
अभियंत्रण एवं प्रौद्योगिकी
Core Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, etc.) · Emerging Technologies (AI, Robotics, Data Science, Quantum Tech)
Management, Business & Entrepreneurship
प्रबंधन एवं उद्यमिता
Business Administration · Innovation and Startups · Family Business & Social Entrepreneurship
International Relations, Law & Governance
अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संबंध, विधि एवं शासन
Global Affairs · Public Policy & Administration · Legal Studies & Human Rights
Social Sciences and Humanities
सामाजिक विज्ञान एवं मानविकी
Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, History · Philosophy, Ethics, and Cultural Studies
Education Systems and Pedagogy
शिक्षा प्रणाली एवं शिक्षण पद्धति
School Education (Foundational, Preparatory, Middle, Secondary) · Higher Education & Research · Inclusive Education (for Disabled, Marginalized etc.) · Gurukul and Indigenous Knowledge Systems · Lifelong Learning & Adult Education
EdTech and Digital Education
एडटेक एवं डिजिटल शिक्षा
Education Technology Innovations · Online & Blended Learning · AI in Education · Digital Literacy and Access
Health Sciences and Traditional Medicine
स्वास्थ्य विज्ञान एवं पारंपरिक चिकित्सा
Modern Medicine · AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy, Naturopathy) · Public Health & Preventive Care
Sports, Physical Education and Well-being
खेल एवं कल्याण
Physical Training & Sports Science · Mental Health and Wellness · Yoga and Lifestyle Education
Agriculture, Food & Veterinary Sciences
कृषि एवं पशु चिकित्सा विज्ञान
Sustainable Agriculture · Agri-Tech & Innovation · Animal Health and Husbandry
Environment, Sustainability & Water Resources
पर्यावरण एवं सतत विकास
Climate Change · Environmental Education · Water & Natural Resource Management
Culture, Arts & Heritage
संस्कृति, कला एवं विरासत
Performing & Visual Arts · Folk and Tribal Traditions · Cultural Conservation and Promotion
Languages and Linguistics
भाषाएँ एवं भाषाविज्ञान
Bharat Classical & Modern Languages · Foreign Languages · Translation and Language Technology
Vocational & Skill-based Education
व्यावसायिक एवं कौशल आधारित शिक्षा
Industrial Training · Crafts and Traditional Skills · Workforce Readiness and Certification
Indian Knowledge System
भारतीय ज्ञान प्रणाली
Philosophy and Science in Bharat Traditions · Indian Linguistics & Language Traditions and Art, Aesthetics, and Indian Performing Arts · Education in Ancient Bharat: Gurukula to Nalanda · Bharat Epistemology and Logic (Nyaya, Mimamsa, etc.) · Vedic Literature, Puranas, and Oral Traditions
Defence and Security
रक्षा एवं सुरक्षा
National Security & Strategic Affairs · Defence Technologies, Cyber Security & AI · Disaster Management, Border Security & Internal Security

Papers accepted and presented at the conference will be considered for publication in a peer-reviewed open-access journal with ISSN. Selected papers that meet the applicable quality standards may be considered for publication in Web of Science/Scopus-indexed journals. Authors submit an abstract, which undergoes double-blind peer review for acceptance. Manuscript similarity must remain within acceptable limits. Papers must be submitted through the Microsoft CMT portal using the official SMK 2026 link. Submission guidelines, templates, the copyright form, and the free submission process are available through that official CMT workflow.

सम्मेलन

Conference

Year-round national conferences at partner universities and state colleges — held under the Shiksha Mahakumbh Abhiyan academic umbrella with DHE, on dedicated themes between main Mahakumbh editions.

AIST-2026 — AI in Science & Technology (SLIET Longowal)
कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता — विज्ञान एवं प्रौद्योगिकी
IKS @2047 — Indian Knowledge Systems for Viksit Bharat (Arni University)
भारतीय ज्ञान परम्परा — विकसित एवं आत्मनिर्भर भारत @2047
Society, Education and Social Development — Sri Sai University, Palampur
समाज, शिक्षा एवं सामाजिक विकास — श्री साई विश्वविद्यालय, पालमपुर
Additional state university & college conferences — coming soon

Distinct from the Multi-Track Conference at NIT Hamirpur (9–11 Oct 2026). Brochures and registration for each host-institution conference are listed on the Conference tab.

डीएचई ओलंपियाड

DHE Olympiads

Nationwide school outreach in English, Mathematics, and Technology for Classes 3–10. Top achievers honoured at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0.

DHE English Olympiad
अंग्रेज़ी
DHE Maths Olympiad
गणित
DHE Tech Olympiad
प्रौद्योगिकी

Classes 3–10. Registration and exam dates to be announced. Felicitation at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 (9–11 Oct 2026, NIT Hamirpur). Apply via the registration hub.

पुरस्कार

Excellence Awards

Faculty and student excellence across research publications, books, patents, startups, and funded projects.

Faculty Excellence Awards
संकाय उत्कृष्टता पुरस्कार
Student Excellence Awards
छात्र उत्कृष्टता पुरस्कार
School Level
विद्यालय स्तर
College / University Level
महाविद्यालय / विश्वविद्यालय स्तर

Nominations and applications via the registration hub. Timeline to be announced; awards presented at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0.

प्रदर्शनी

Exhibition

Theme: शिक्षा, प्रकृति और प्रगति — Education for Development and Harmony with Nature. 9–11 October 2026 at NIT Hamirpur.

Innovation & Research Exhibition
नवाचार एवं अनुसंधान प्रदर्शनी
EdTech & Skill Development Exhibition
एडटेक एवं कौशल विकास प्रदर्शनी
Student Innovation Pavilion
छात्र नवाचार मंडप
Community Development Models
सामुदायिक विकास मॉडल

सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम

Cultural Programmes

Folk dance, music, and artistic presentations celebrating Bharat's diverse cultural heritage alongside Himachali traditions.

Cultural performances representing Bharat's diverse heritage
भारत की विविध सांस्कृतिक विरासत को प्रदर्शित करने वाली प्रस्तुतियाँ
Folk dance, music and artistic presentations
लोकनृत्य, संगीत एवं कलात्मक प्रस्तुतियाँ

शोधांकुर

Shodhankur – छात्र शोध पत्रिका

National student research journal nurturing inquiry and innovation among school learners in Classes 9–12.

Section 1 — Classes 9–10: Basic research & project documentation
खंड 1 — कक्षा 9–10
Section 2 — Classes 11–12: Advanced research & analytical studies
खंड 2 — कक्षा 11–12

Apply through the official Shodhankur Google Form. This programme is separate from Student Projects.

सर्वोत्तम प्रथाएँ

Best Practices

Identify, showcase, and scale replicable education, governance, and community engagement models aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.

Academic Innovations & EdTech Integration
शैक्षिक नवाचार एवं एडटेक
Community & Social Impact Initiatives
सामुदायिक प्रभाव पहल
Institutional Excellence & Sustainability
संस्थागत उत्कृष्टता
Indian Knowledge System (IKS) Practices
भारतीय ज्ञान प्रणाली प्रथाएँ

Submit models via the registration hub. Shortlisted entries may present at Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0.

छात्र परियोजनाएँ

Student Projects

Shiksha Mahakumbh 2026 Project Expo — Himachal-centric innovation platform with district pre-events and state finale at NIT Hamirpur (9–11 Oct 2026).

Division A — Classes VI–VIII: Models, charts & community ideas
खंड A — कक्षा VI–VIII
Division B — Classes IX–XII: Prototypes & problem-solving projects
खंड B — कक्षा IX–XII
Division C — UG: Research-based solutions & deployable prototypes
खंड C — स्नातक
Division D — PG/Ph.D.: Advanced research & innovation
खंड D — स्नातकोत्तर / Ph.D.

Register through the official Student Projects Google Form. This programme is separate from Shodhankur. Download the full framework PDF on the Projects tab.

पैनल परिचर्चा

Panel Discussion

Three official Panel Discussion sessions at NIT Hamirpur, 9–11 October 2026, प्रातः 9:30 से 10:45 — आध्यात्मिक भारत, विज्ञानमय भारत, and सुरक्षित भारत.

आध्यात्मिक भारत, विकसित भारत — 9 October 2026
आध्यात्मिक भारत, विकसित भारत
विज्ञानमय भारत - विकसित भारत — 10 October 2026
विज्ञानमय भारत - विकसित भारत
सुरक्षित भारत - विकसित भारत — 11 October 2026
सुरक्षित भारत - विकसित भारत

Coordinator on the official posters: प्रो. अवनीश वर्मा +919416481652. The posters do not print a separate registration URL.

Academic enquiries

Multi-Track Conference, Conference, Shodhankur, and Student Projects: academics@shikshamahakumbh.com

Conclaves: conclaves@shikshamahakumbh.com · VCs & Directors, sponsorship, partnership: director@shikshamahakumbh.com

General enquiries: info@shikshamahakumbh.com · Programme contacts · WhatsApp +91 79034 31900

Official Programme Schedule

The official मुख्य कार्यक्रम सारणी for Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 (9–11 October 2026, NIT Hamirpur) is the public timetable for Academic Council programmes on campus.

View official schedule Programme contacts

About the Academic Council

The Academic Council of Shiksha Mahakumbh 6.0 serves as the central intellectual and strategic body responsible for designing, guiding, and overseeing all academic, research, and knowledge-driven initiatives under the Mahakumbh.

It integrates diverse platforms such as Multi-Track Conference, Conclaves, Olympiads, Student Projects, Best Practices, Exhibitions, Knowledge Publications, and Panel Discussion into a unified framework aimed at transforming ideas into impact.

Purpose

The Council ensures that every initiative under Shiksha Mahakumbh maintains:

Academic rigor and research excellence

Practical relevance and real-world impact

Inclusivity across all sections of society

Alignment with national priorities and Viksit Bharat 2047 vision

Key Functional Domains

The Academic Council governs and coordinates — select a programme to explore:

Inclusive & Multi-Level Approach

The Council embraces a holistic and inclusive academic ecosystem, engaging:

Universities, Colleges & Schools

Researchers, Scientists & Educators

Startups, Industry & Entrepreneurs

NGOs, CSR Bodies & Social Organizations

Students (School to PhD Level)

Grassroots Innovators & Individual Contributors

National & International Participants

Core Responsibilities

Designing themes, tracks, and academic frameworks

Ensuring quality control through review and evaluation systems

Facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration

Guiding publications, journals, and research outputs

Supporting innovation, policy dialogue, and knowledge exchange

Creating measurable academic and societal outcomes

Vision

To build a dynamic, inclusive, and impact-driven academic ecosystem that bridges education, research, innovation, and society, and contributes meaningfully to the vision of a knowledge-driven, self-reliant, and globally leading Bharat.

Ready to participate

प्रबंधन विभाग

Prabandhan Vibhag

Event management, logistics, and operations coordination

प्रचार विभाग

Prachar Vibhag

Outreach, publicity, and communications

संपर्क विभाग

Sampark Vibhag

Institutional liaison and stakeholder engagement

वित्त विभाग

Vitt Vibhag

Finance and resource management