Foundation for Agrarian Studies & CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Young Scholars’ Conclave
on Rural Transformation
“Studying the Countryside in the Twenty-First Century”
2–4 December 2026 · Bengaluru
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About the Conclave
Jointly organised by the Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) and CHRIST (Deemed to be University), the Young Scholars’ Conclave strives to be a platform for young researchers to present their work, engage with senior scholars and subject experts, and build enduring academic networks.
More details.Important Dates
Key dates for the Young Scholars’ Conclave 2026.
05 August 2026
Call for Applications
01 September 2026
Last Date to Submit Abstract
30 September 2026
Communication of Acceptance
2–4 Dec 2026
Conclave Dates
Our Themes
A preview of the thematic areas for the Young Scholars’ Conclave 2026
The conclave will focus on the following broad thematic areas:
These themes are indicative rather than exhaustive. Scholars are welcome to submit papers that broadly align with these thematic areas. We particularly encourage submissions that connect field-based experiences and empirical evidence with government policies and programmes. Papers addressing data sources, databases, and methodological approaches to the study of rural India are also welcome.
Call for Papers
Applications are invited from young scholars working in the fields of agrarian studies, rural development, and allied disciplines to participate in the Young Scholars’ Conclave 2026.
- PhD candidates enrolled in recognised universities in India or abroad.
- Master’s students with 4–5 years of research experience and at least one publication in a peer-reviewed journal, who intend to register for a PhD programme.
- Last Date to Submit Abstract
- 1 September 2026
- Communication of Acceptance
- 30 September 2026
Organisers
Jointly organised by the Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) and CHRIST (Deemed to be University).
Academic Convenor
Barbara Harriss-White
Emeritus Professor of Development Studies, University of Oxford (Wolfson College)
Experts
Leading experts from across the world will deliberate on issues pertaining to the agrarian question and rural development.
The list of experts will be updated soon.
Senior Scholars
The conclave will be attended by senior scholars from universities and research institutions across the world to engage with and mentor young scholars on diverse aspects of agrarian studies and the rural economy.
The list of senior scholars will be updated soon.
List of Scholars
Scholar Profiles will be announced
Accepted scholars will be announced here following the Communication of Acceptance on 20 September 2026, ahead of the Conclave on 2–4 December 2026.
Guests of Honour
Guests of Honour for the Young Scholars’ Conclave 2026 will be announced by the organising committee.
Contact Us
Conclave Venue
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus, Nalagadderanahalli, Peenya,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560073
Email — to be confirmed
Contact Persons
Dr Harshan T. P.
Foundation for Agrarian Studies
Dr Jayesh M. P.
CHRIST (Deemed To be University)