8th Annual Economics Conference
The Annual Economics Conference by Ahmedabad University offers a global forum for the dissemination of modern research in all areas of Economics and Finance. Over the years, it has garnered participation from active researchers both within India and abroad. The keynote lectures from eminent speakers and panel discussions among industry experts are also key attractions of this conference.
We will recognise outstanding submissions from young scholars by giving out ‘Best Paper Prizes.’
Please submit a full paper or an extended abstract (maximum 1000 words) as an attachment using the link. If you are submitting an extended abstract and your paper is selected, then you need to submit the full paper at the time of registration. We accept a maximum of one submission and presentation per person.
The 2027 Annual Economics Conference will be held on-site at the Central Campus of Ahmedabad University.
For Communication, please email to economicsconf@ahduni.edu.in
Schedule
To be announced soon
Past Conferences
- Inaugural Conference (2019): 50 years of Bank Nationalisation - Indian Banking at Cross Roads
- 2nd Annual Economics Conference (2021): Economics in Challenging Times
- 3rd Annual Economics Conference (2022): The Road to an Inclusive Recovery - Post Pandemic Era
- 4th Annual Economics Conference (2023)
- 5th Annual Economics Conference (2024)
- 6th Annual Economics Conference (2025)
- 7th Annual Economics Conference (2026)
Themes
We welcome both theoretical and empirical papers in all areas of economics.
Registration Fees
| Registered in India | Registered outside India | |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Scholar | INR 1200 + 18% GST | USD 75 + 18% GST |
| Other Participants | INR 3000 + 18% GST | USD 120 + 18% GST |
For Communication, please email to economicsconf@ahduni.edu.in
Call for Papers
Please submit a full paper or an extended abstract (maximum 1000 words) as an attachment using the link. If you are submitting an extended abstract and your paper is selected, then you need to submit the full paper at the time of registration. We accept a maximum of one submission and presentation per person.
For Communication, please email to economicsconf@ahduni.edu.in
Important Dates
| Submission Starts | Tuesday, August 25, 2026 |
| Last Date of Submission | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
| Notification of Decisions | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | Monday, November 30, 2026 |
Keynote Speakers
SAUMITRA JHA
Associate Professor
Stanford Graduate School of Business
Senior Fellow
Freeman-Spogli Institute for International Affairs
USA
VIJAYENDRA RAO
Roberta Buffett Distinguished Practitioner Scholar in Residence
Northwestern University
USA