International Gita Conference 2026 – Call for Papers
The International Gita Conference 2026 invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners from across the globe to submit original research papers that explore the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita in contemporary, philosophical, cultural, and applied contexts. The conference provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, fostering deeper understanding of Swadharma, ethics, leadership, sustainability, and human well-being, as illuminated in the Gita.
We welcome contributions that are theoretical, empirical, philosophical, textual, or practice-oriented, addressing the rich and diverse dimensions of the Gita and its relevance in today’s world.
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता: परम्पराएँ और प्रभाव - वैश्विक संस्कृतियों का समन्वय
Srimadbhagavad Gita: Traditions and Influence; Bridging Cultures across the World
List of Sub Themes for International Gita Conference - 14 to 16 December, 2026
| Plenary Sessions |
Participating Department |
Sub Themes |
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| Plenary Session I |
Centre of Excellence for Research on the Saraswati River, KUK &
Department of Geology
in network collaboration with
Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts, New Delhi,
Haryana Sahitya and Sanskriti Academy, &
Sapt Sindhu Foundation
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Srimad Bhagavad Gita, the Saraswati-Sindhu sanatan civilization, and the Indian knowledge tradition: A dharma and sanskriti based perspective for global peace, water crisis, and a developed Bharat |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता, सरस्वती-सिन्धु सनातन सभ्यता एवं भारतीय ज्ञान-परम्परा: वैश्विक युद्ध, जल-संकट एवं विकसित भारत के लिए धर्म-आधारित दृष्टिकोण
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| Plenary Session II |
Centre for Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Studies, KUK
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Influence of Buddhism in Kuru region : Literary sources, archaeology and pilgrimage |
कुरु प्रदेश में बौद्ध धर्म का प्रभाव: साहित्यिक óोत, पुरातत्व एवं तीर्थाटन
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| Multidisciplinary Poster Presentation |
Session Committee |
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| Technical Session- I |
Department of Tourism & Hotel Management, KUK |
Srimadbhagavad Gita: Bridging cultures across the world through tourism and hospitality |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता: पर्यटन और आतिथ्य के माध्यम से विश्व भर में संस्कृतियों का सेतुबंधन |
| Technical Session-II |
Department of Social Work, KUK |
Srimadbhagavad Gita and Sustainable Communities: Indian Knowledge System and Global Impact |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता एवं सतत समुदाय: भारतीय ज्ञान परम्परा और वैश्विक प्रभाव |
| Technical Session-III |
Department of Sanskrit, KUK |
Srimadbhagavadgita : Bhartiya Knowledge Tradition and Global Cultural Synthesis |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता: भारतीय ज्ञान-परम्परा एवं वैश्विक सांस्कृतिक समन्वय |
| Technical Session-IV |
Department of Home Science, KUK |
Traditional Knowledge System and Nutritional Interventions Based on Srimadbhagavad Gita for Global Health Promotion |
वैश्विक स्वास्थ्य संवर्धन हेतु श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता पर आधारित पारंपरिक ज्ञान परम्परा एवं पोशणात्मक हस्तक्षेप |
| Technical Session-V |
Department of Hindi, KUK & B. R. Gulzari Lal Nanda Center of Ethics and Philosophy , KUK |
Srimadbhagavad Gita - Traditions and Influence; bridging culture across the world |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता में लोकमंगल दृश्टिकोण और हिंदी साहित्य |
| Technical Session-VI |
Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, KUK |
Srimadbhagavad Gita: The Righteous Path to Global Healthcare |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता: वैश्विक स्वास्थ्य सेवा का धर्मनिष्ठ मार्ग |
| Technical Session-VII |
Department of Law, KUK |
Srimadbhagavad Gita and Universal justice in Multicultural World |
बहुसांस्कृतिक विश्व में श्रीभगवद्गीता और वैश्विक न्याय |
| Technical Session-VIII |
Department of Ancient Indian History, KUK & Gita Adhyayan Kendra |
Timeline of Srimadbhagavad Gita |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता का कालक्रम |
| Technical Session-IX |
Institute of Environmental Studies, KUK |
Environmental Ethics and Sustainability in Srimadbhagavad Gita: Bridging Ancient Wisdom for a Sustainable Future |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता में पर्यावरणीय नीतिशास्त्र एवं सततता: एक सतत भविष्य के लिए प्राचीन ज्ञान का संयोजन |
| Technical Session-X |
Institute of Integrated & Honors studies (IIHS), KUK |
Global Development from the Perspective of Srimadbhagavad Gita |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता के परिप्रेक्ष्य में वैश्विक विकास |
| Technical Session-XI |
Institute of Mass Communication & Media Technology (IMC&MT), KUK |
Youth and Media : Relevance of Srimadbhagavad Gita in the present scenario |
युवा और मीडिया: वर्तमान परिदृश्य में श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता की प्रासंगिकता |
| Technical Session-XII |
University School of Management, KUK |
Gita Philosophy and entrepreneurial resilience: managing failure, uncertainty and risk |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता दर्शन और उद्यमशीलता में पुनर्प्राप्तिः असफलता, अनिश्चितता एवं जोखिम का प्रबंधन |
| Technical Session-XIII |
Dept. of Fine Arts |
The Bhagavadgita and Symbolism in Indian Visual Culture |
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता और भारतीय दृश्य संस्कृति में प्रतीकवाद |
Abstract Submission Guidelines
• Length: 300–400 words
• Language: English, Hindi, or Sanskrit
• Please Include the following:
o Paper title
o Name(s) of author(s) and affiliation(s)
o Email address
o 4–6 keywords
o Preferred theme/track
o Short biography (50–60 words)
• Submission deadline: 31st October 2026
• Notification of acceptance: 05th November, 2026
Abstract instructions
• Clearly articulate the research problem, objectives, methodology, and key contributions.
• Abstracts must be original and not submitted elsewhere.
• Proper citations should be included for any referenced work.
Full Paper Submission
• Word limit: 6,000–8,000 words (including references)
• Format: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing; APA 7th edition style (or as per journal instructions)
• Submission deadline: 15th November 2026
Full paper guidelines
• Structure the manuscript with Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Findings/Discussion, Conclusion, and References.
• Include tables, figures, or images with proper labeling and placement.
• Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and free from plagiarism.
• Authors are expected to follow ethical guidelines in research and writing.
Peer Review & Publication
• All submissions will undergo a rigorous blind peer review process.
• High-quality papers will be invited for publication in the conference proceedings or a special edited volume.
• Authors may be asked to revise their submissions in response to reviewer feedback prior to final acceptance.
• Selected papers may also be considered for special issues in partner journals – Kurukshetra University Research Journal & Journal of Haryana Studies. We are in communication with journals indexed in Scopus/ Web of Science, etc. The successful collaborations will be notified on the website.
• Upon receipt of sufficient number of high quality research papers, we will submit a proposal to international publishers to publish the proceedings indexed in Scopus/ Web of Science/ SSCI, etc.
Additional Notes
• Authors may submit more than one abstract, but each must present original, distinct research.
• Submissions should align with the conference themes and ethical standards of academic research.
• The conference encourages contributions from scholars of diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and global dialogue on the Gita.
Notes
All submissions have to be made through the registration given below :
Online Registration Form
Poster submissions
Posters will be displayed in the Crush Hall and authors will present during designated poster session.
Guidelines for poster presentation
• All the participants are requested to prepare their posters that should not exceed the dimensions of 25” x 40” 1.0 × 1.5 m (length × width)
• Use single portrait sheet for poster.
• Font Size: Title- 86pt, Authors-50pt, Subheading-36pt, Text-24 pt, Caption-18pt
• Font of the text- Times New Roman
• Presenting author must be registered for the conference.
• Underline the presenting authors name
• Poster must include the title, Authors Name, Email address, Affiliation, Introduction, Material and Methods, Results and Discussion and Conclusion.
• Clear pictures, diagrams, graphs and short tables are highly encouraged to use.
• Materials for mounting will be provided.
• Refer to your acceptance letter and/or the final conference program for the time and location of your poster session and set-up time.
• The designated poster presenter (author or co-author) must be present at the assigned space during the designated time to discuss the work presented.
The presenting authors are allowed to collect their posters after the program is over. The organizing committee will not be responsible for any loss or damage to his/her posters
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