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School of Project Management & NICMAR Business School, NICMAR University, Pune
Organising Symposium on
National Level Post Graduate Research Symposium (NLPGRS 2026)
Symposium Date: 14th March 2026 | Mode: Offline
Venue: NICMAR University, Pune, India


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Tracks

  • Track 1: Contemporary Issues in Management
  • Track 2: Civil Engineering and Construction Management
  • Track 3: Real Estate and Facility Management
  • Track 4: Architecture, Design and Planning
  • Track 5: Energy, Environment, and Sustainability
  • Track 6: Engineering and Project Management
  • Track 7: Innovative, Entrepreneurship & Venture (IEV) Development/Start-up Proposals

Organizational Members
Patron
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Sushma S. Kulkarni
Vice Chancellor
NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 
Convener
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Anil Agarwal
Professor & Dean Academics
NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Co-Conveners
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Devang Desai
Associate Professor & Dean
School of Project Mgmt., NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Harish Singla
Professor & Dean
NICMAR Business School, NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 

 

About the Symposium

NICMAR University Pune invites post-graduate students and research scholars to the second National Level Post Graduate Symposium (NLPGRS-2026). Hosted by School of Project Management (SOPM) & NICMAR Business School (NBS), this event brings together post-graduate students, researchers, and faculty to showcase innovative research, exchange ideas, and build valuable academic connections.

Objectives

Vision: Our vision is to make NLPGRS-2026 a leading platform for interdisciplinary research, innovation, and collaboration in the built environment, driving impactful solutions for a sustainable and resilient future.
Mission: NLPGRS-2026 aims to empower post-graduate students and researchers in the built environment through knowledge exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship, fostering academic growth and professional development.

 

Why Attend NLPGRS-2026?

NLPGRS-2026 offers a unique opportunity for post-graduate students and early-career researchers to:

  • Present Your Research
  • Learn from Experts
  • Build Networks
  • Enhance Your Career

Who Should Attend?

  • Post-graduate Students (All domains)
  • Researchers
  • Academics & Faculty

 

Publication Opportunities

  1. All the submitted Abstracts will be published in the 'Conference Proceeding' with ISBN number and DOI no., published by Journal Press India
  2. Selected papers will be published in 'Edited Book' with ISBN number and DOI no., published by Journal Press India

Symposium Objectives

 

 

NICMAR University Pune invites post-graduate students and research scholars to the first-ever National Level Post Graduate Symposium (NLPGRS-2026)!
Hosted by the School of Construction (SOC), this event brings together post-graduate students, researchers, and faculty to showcase innovative research, exchange ideas, and build valuable academic connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your work, gain expert feedback, and network with peers and professionals.

  • Vision: Our vision is to make NLPGRS-2026 a leading platform for interdisciplinary research, innovation, and collaboration in the built environment, driving impactful solutions for a sustainable and resilient future.
  • Mission: NLPGRS-2026 aims to empower post-graduate students and researchers in the built environment through knowledge exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship, fostering academic growth and professional development.
  • Invitation: Join us at NICMAR University Pune for an event designed to inspire individual growth, cultivate a research-driven mindset, and strengthen peer collaboration, shaping the future of academic excellence and innovation.

 

Program Schedule

 

Important Dates

Abstract Submission
Start Date 15th Sept 2025
Last Date 15th Oct 2025
Full Paper Submission
Start Date 05th Oct 2025
Last Date 31st Dec 2025
Registration
Start Date 01st Dec 2025
Last Date 15th Feb 2026
Symposium Date 14th  Mar 2026


 

Tracks & Sub-tracks

 

  • Track 1: Contemporary Issues in Management

Leadership in Engineering and Management

Innovation Management

Strategic Management

Organizational Behaviour and Culture

Change Management and Transformation

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

Data-driven Decision Making

Project Management in Complex Environments

All other allied areas of Business Administration

 

  • Track 2: Civil Engineering and Construction Management

Construction Technology and Methods

Sustainable Construction Practices

Construction Project Management

Risk and Safety Management in Construction

Material Science and Innovation in Construction

Infrastructure, Development and Maintenance

Automation in Construction

Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Construction Laws

All other areas of Civil Engineering and Construction Management

 

  • Track 3: Real Estate and Facility Management

Real Estate Development and Investment

Property Valuation and Market Analysis

Facility Management Strategies

Smart Building Technologies

Real Estate Law and Policy

Urban Development and Planning

Sustainability in Real Estate

Property Management and Maintenance

All other areas of Real Estate and Facility Management

 

  • Track 4: Architecture, Design and Planning

Urban Design and Planning

Sustainable Architecture

Green Building Technologies

Architectural Heritage and Conservation

Smart Cities and Infrastructure

Housing and Residential Design

Landscape Architecture

Design Thinking in Architecture

All other areas of Architecture, Design and Planning

 

  • Track 5: Energy, Environment, and Sustainability

Renewable Energy Technologies

Energy Efficiency and Conservations

Climate Change and Mitigation Strategies

Environmental Impact Assessments

Waste Management and Circular Economy

Sustainable Urban Development

Environmental Policies and Regulations

All other areas of Energy, Environment, and Sustainability

 

  • Track 6: Engineering and Project Management

Project Planning and Scheduling

Cost Management

Project Lifecycle Management

Lean Construction and Project Delivery

Engineering Economics

Risk Management in Projects

Quality Control and Assurance

Procurement and Contract Management

All other areas of Engineering and Project Management

 

  • Track 7: Innovative, Entrepreneurship & Venture (IEV) Development/Start-up Proposals

Innovation in Engineering and Technology

Start-up Ecosystems and Investment

Entrepreneurial Ventures in Construction and Engineering

Business Models for Engineering Start-ups

Funding and Scaling Start-ups

Technology Commercialization

Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Ventures

Policy and Regulation for Start-ups

Startups in management and other domains
 


 

Keynote Speakers

 

 

To be updated soon...

Venue

NICMAR University, 25/1, Balewadi, Pune-411045, Maharashtra, India


Past Symposium

 

National Level Post Graduate Research Symposium (NLPGRS 2025)
Organized by School of Construction, NICMAR University, Pune
Dates: 11th - 12th April 2025     |    Venue: NICMAR University, Pune, India
For Publication, please Click here
 
Keynote Speakers
Keynote Speaker

Chief Guest 

Dr. V. N. Heggade

Founder & CEO DECon Complete Solutions; Former CEO of STUP Former Executive Director of Gammon 
Keynote Speaker

Guest of honor

Mr. Mehul Ved

Vice President, EYLLP 

About the Organiser

 

School of Project Management (SOPM)

         The School of Project Management (SOPM), a constituent of NICMAR University, has been established with the objective of preparing specialized human resources to manage and deliver complex engineering as well as non-engineering projects. Its flagship programme, MBA in Advanced Project Management (APM), adopts a multidisciplinary approach blending project management with systems engineering. This equips aspiring project managers to work confidently across a wide range of industries including oil and gas, software development, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and construction, as well as in client, contracting and consulting organizations. Furthermore, sectors like education, healthcare, and rural development also require such trained project management professionals.

         The MBA APM uniquely caters to the techno-managerial requirements of projects in different industries. Graduates from diverse academic backgrounds such as Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Computer Science, Information Technology, Science, Commerce, Arts, Pharmaceuticals, and Agriculture benefit from the programme through its multidisciplinary curriculum, gaining comprehensive exposure to the functioning of modern, technology-driven projects. This course is one of its kind in India, with very few reputed institutions offering such specialized education in Advanced Project Management. The curriculum is continuously reviewed and updated to incorporate global advances and ensure that graduates build high-level competencies for industry effectiveness.

        The Vision of SOPM is to provide world-class education in advanced project management that develops professionals capable of leading and managing sustainable projects across diverse sectors with unwavering ethics and professionalism. Its Mission is to prepare industry-ready project leaders by offering a contemporary curriculum integrated with state-of-the-art tools, fostering sustainability and lifelong learning through innovative pedagogy, nurturing faculty excellence via international collaborations, and enhancing global employability prospects of graduates by promoting international exchanges and outreach initiatives.

 

 

NICMAR Business School (NBS)

         NICMAR Business School (NBS), a constituent of NICMAR University, is committed to delivering holistic management education that develops dynamic leaders for the businesses of tomorrow. By creating an immersive and experiential learning environment, NBS helps students explore creativity, build critical knowledge, and develop essential life skills. Its broader mission is to contribute pragmatic solutions to industry and society through cutting-edge research and academic excellence. NBS plays a vital role in meeting industry needs by preparing graduates who are not only academically proficient but also socially responsible.

         The School offers three distinct programmes catering to varied career aspirations: MBA, MBA in Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE), and the Integrated MBA (I-MBA). The multidisciplinary MBA programme is built around key areas such as Business Analytics, Infrastructure Management, Financial Strategies, Supply Chain Management, Marketing and Digital Strategies, Management Consulting, and People & Communication. It combines theoretical learning with practical exposure, developing analytical capabilities that make students agile and ready to meet the changing demands of the industry.

        The MBA – Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE) is a two-year full-time programme designed to nurture leaders in family business and entrepreneurs building innovative ventures. Uniquely flexible, it offers students the option to exit after the first year with a Post Graduate Diploma in Family Business & Entrepreneurship. The programme especially caters to those engaged in businesses in construction, real estate, project management, and infrastructure, while also equipping students to launch and scale startups in new sectors.

         The Integrated MBA (I-MBA) is a five-year, ten-semester programme that provides a seamless blend of undergraduate and postgraduate-level management education. Designed for students entering management studies immediately after schooling, it develops a strong academic foundation along with practical skills, grooming graduates to excel in multiple domains of management and adapt confidently to dynamic business environments.

       The Vision of NBS is to evolve into a global Centre of Excellence in business management education, preparing industry-ready management professionals for the Built Environment and allied industries. Its Mission is to realize this vision by promoting resilience for impactful research and sustainable business solutions, nurturing creativity through enterprising values and modern tools, cultivating ethical responsibility towards society and the environment, and fostering confidence, empathy, and lifelong learning for holistic personal and professional growth.

Organizational Members

Patron
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Sushma S. Kulkarni
Vice Chancellor
NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 
Convener
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Anil Agarwal
Professor & Dean Academics
NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Co-Conveners
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Devang Desai
Associate Professor & Dean
School of Project Management, NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Harish Singla
Professor & Dean
NICMAR Business School, NICMAR University, Pune, Maharashtra, India 

Partner Details

 

Publication & Conference Partner

Journal Press India (JPI) is a publishing house devoted to the publication of high-quality research journals in the areas of commerce, management, finance, accounting, Indian economy, international business and taxation. . All the journals are peer-reviewed and invite innovative research from experts, addressing topical issues in their respective areas. Visit us at www.journalpressindia.com JPI also offer online solutions for 'Journal publications' and 'Conference management'.

JPI 'Online Journal Management System (OJMS)' facilitate with the automated workflow for the online manuscript submission, double blind peer-review process and publication. It would be very useful for the institution’s existing published journal/s or planning to launch new online journal/s or to revive old published journals. JPI's OJMS significantly reduces the administrative tasks of a journal’s editor/ editorial team through an automated workflow. The journals and their articles hosted on JPI OJMS portal will bring high visibility from respective web search engines to increase citations manifold and would also help in getting indexed with popular databases. The Journal would have dedicated webpages with various web links like, Home Page, Editorial Board, Current issue, Archives, Ethics Policy, Submission Guidelines, Peer-review process/guidelines etc.

JPI CMS tool is a comprehensive 'Conference Management System' that enables organizers of a conference to manage all their key conference activities from a single platform.

Apart from creating an exclusive ‘conference website’ which provides all information related to the conference, JPI CMS enables ‘online registration’ of participants, ‘online submission’ of abstracts and full papers as well as ‘publication services’ such as Conference Proceedings & Edited book (with ISBN), in both ‘Online and Print versions’. It also has an automated Peer-review system for the submitted papers.
Visit us at https://www.journalpressindia.com/conference.php 

 

Advisory Committee

 

Dr. Jonardan Koner, Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Smita Yadav, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Rahul Deshpande, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Sagar Malsane, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Smitha Patil, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Abhijat Arun Abhyankar, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Rajni Kanth Rajhans, Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Pankaja Bagul, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Amol Pawar, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

Dr. Darshan Mahajan, Associate Professor, NICMAR University, Pune

 

 

 

 

 

Call for Papers

 

NICMAR University Pune invites post-graduate students and research scholars to the first-ever National Level Post Graduate Symposium (NLPGRS-2026)!

Hosted by the School of Construction (SOC), this event brings together post-graduate students, researchers, and faculty to showcase innovative research, exchange ideas, and build valuable academic connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your work, gain expert feedback, and network with peers and professionals.

  • Vision: Our vision is to make NLPGRS-2026 a leading platform for interdisciplinary research, innovation, and collaboration in the built environment, driving impactful solutions for a sustainable and resilient future.
  • Mission: NLPGRS-2026 aims to empower post-graduate students and researchers in the built environment through knowledge exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship, fostering academic growth and professional development.
  • Invitation: Join us at NICMAR University Pune for an event designed to inspire individual growth, cultivate a research-driven mindset, and strengthen peer collaboration, shaping the future of academic excellence and innovation.

Why Attend NLPGRS-2026?

NLPGRS-2026 offers a unique opportunity for post-graduate students and early-career researchers to:

  • Present Your Research
  • Learn from Experts
  • Build Networks
  • Enhance Your Career

Who Should Attend?

  • Post-graduate Students (All domains)
  • Researchers
  • Academics & Faculty

Publication Opportunities

  1. All the submitted Abstracts will be published in the 'Conference Proceeding' with ISBN number and DOI no., published by Journal Press India
  2. Selected papers will be published in 'Edited Book' with ISBN number and DOI no., published by Journal Press India

 

 

 

 

Registration Details

 

Bank Account details

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Beneficiary Name: NICMAR University, Pune
Saving Account No.: 41436685799
Bank & Branch Name: State Bank of India
IFSC Code: SPL. P.B.B. Baner, Mont vert Apex,
Opp. Orchid School, Baner Road, Baner, Pune-411045, Maharashtra
IFSC Code: SBIN0013295 
Name: National Institute of Cons. Mgmt Res
UPI ID: nicmaruniv@sbi

 

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  1. Each Author needs to do his/her Registration individually. The ‘Certificates of Participation’ would be provided only for the registered participants/authors.
  2. Mode of presentation offline.
  3. Registration fee structure given below, is for each author/participant.
  4. Only the Registered participants/authors will receive the Certificates.
  5. Registration fee includes GST, Symposium kit, refreshments and lunch on the day of Symposium.
  6. Registration excludes travel and stay facilities, which need to be arranged by the participants themselves.
  7. The registration fee is non-refundable in any case/circumstance.

Registration Fees

Category Registration Fee
Students  INR 1,000
Research Scholars INR 1,200
Delegates INR 1,500
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Beneficiary Name: NICMAR University, Pune
Saving Account No.: 41436685799
Bank & Branch Name: State Bank of India
IFSC Code: SPL. P.B.B. Baner, Mont vert Apex,
Opp. Orchid School, Baner Road, Baner, Pune-411045, Maharashtra
IFSC Code: SBIN0013295 
Name: National Institute of Cons. Mgmt Res
UPI ID: nicmaruniv@sbi

 

Guidelines

 

Abstract Submission Guidelines

  • The abstract should clearly outline the research objectives, methods, findings, and implications using the structured format as mentioned below.
  • The acceptable word range for the abstract is 150-200 words.
  • Avoid citing references in the body of the abstract.
  • Minimum 3 and Maximum 5 Keywords. 

Paper Submission Guidelines

  • To be submitted in a document with A4 size pages with double-spaced, Times New Roman-12 font size in MS Word compatible format text.
  • The acceptable word range for the abstract is 150-200 words.
  • Minimum 3 and Maximum 5 Keywords.
  • The length of research papers (including references) should be 4000 to 5000 words.
  • Suggestive paper structure:
    • Introduction
    • Literature Review
    • Research Methodology
    • Data Analysis
    • Findings/Results
    • Conclusion/Implications
    • Recommendations (wherever required)
    • Acknowledgements (wherever appropriate)
    • References [Please follow APA 7 referencing guidelines. For details, please visit the following link: https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/references/examples]
    • Appendices (if any)
  • Case studies should be accompanied by teaching notes and references.
  • Headings and subheadings must be short and numbered. The primary and sub—headings should be in title—case capitalization.
  • Figures/ diagrams/ graphs to be given relevant titles, to be preferably in an editable form and numbered consecutively. The source reference should be indicated at the bottom.
  • Tables preferably in an editable form and numbered consecutively. Its 'title' should be placed above the table and 'source' should be indicated at the bottom. Tables should be numbered and referred to in the text as Table 1, Table 2, etc.
  • References should be included at the end of the paper and arranged in alphabetical order. The references must follow the style guide of the American Psychological Association (APA) seventh edition.
  • All manuscripts will be subject to blind peer- review.
  • The text should be in English. British usage is accepted.
  • All submissions should report original and previously unpublished research irrespective of the type of research paper you are presenting.
  • Only e-submission will be accepted via website link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Important Dates

Abstract Submission
Start Date 15th Sept 2025
Last Date 15th Oct 2025
Full Paper Submission
Start Date 05th Oct 2025
Last Date 31st Dec 2025
Registration
Start Date 01st Dec 2025
Last Date 15th Feb 2026
Symposium Date 14th  Mar 2026


 

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