Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 on Tuesday, 27 October, in New Delhi. The three-day event, running until 29 October, is organized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) under the guidance of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser.

Key points

• Dates: 27-29 October 2026
• Venue: New Delhi (official venue not specified in the source)
• 12 thematic areas including AI, biotechnology, advanced materials, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, climate and ocean sciences
• More than 300 invited participants from academia, research institutions and industry
• 150 deep-tech startup stalls and a technology exhibition open to the public from day two
• Three Nobel laureates – Joachim Frank, Sir Richard J Roberts and Kostya Novoselov – will attend

Details

ESTIC 2026 aims to bring together scientists, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and international experts to discuss India’s science, technology and innovation priorities. The conclave will feature thematic videos, technology demonstrations, documentaries, informational kiosks and augmented/virtual-reality experiences to showcase scientific advances and their practical applications.

A new Global Connect Networking Event will host over 300 participants, providing a platform for international research partnerships and industry-academia collaborations. The exhibition will highlight indigenous scientific achievements and emerging technologies, with deep-tech startups displaying their innovations across sectors.

What it means for students

For students interested in science, technology and entrepreneurship, ESTIC offers a rare chance to:

• Observe cutting-edge research and product demos from leading Indian and global labs.
• Network with researchers, industry executives and potential mentors.
• Learn about emerging career paths in AI, biotech, advanced materials, clean energy and more.
• Explore internship or startup collaboration opportunities with the 150 deep-tech exhibitors.

Students should keep an eye on the official ESTIC website and CSIR announcements for any student-focused workshops, paper presentations or competition details that may be announced closer to the event.

Source: Careers360. Written for students by the Isolated Study News Desk from public reports. Always check the official website for final dates and details.