Entrepreneurship Research Colloquium 2026 | DSSE - IIT Bombay

Entrepreneurship Research Colloquium 2026

Hosted by Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE), IIT Bombay

Date: 31 January 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Venue: P.C. Saxena Auditorium, IIT Bombay

About the Colloquium

The Entrepreneurship Research Colloquium 2026 is a premier academic forum designed to showcase high-quality research in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. As part of the DSSE Annual Day, this event provides a deeply engaging platform for advanced PhD scholars, post-doctoral researchers, and early-career faculty to present ongoing work, receive expert reviews, and build long-term academic collaborations.

Program Highlights

• Expert Review Panel: A distinguished committee will evaluate submissions and shortlist the Top 10 papers for presentation.
• Travel & Stay Support: Selected participants will receive domestic TA and complimentary twin-sharing accommodation (limited, first-come, first-served).
• Best Paper Awards: Two outstanding submissions will be awarded ₹25,000 each.
• Networking Opportunities: Presenters get to interact with DSSE faculty, mentors, researchers, and entrepreneurship ecosystem builders.

Submission Guidelines

Participants must submit a 1,500-word extended abstract that clearly highlights:

• Research Objectives
• Methodology
• Initial Findings

Submissions should reflect rigorous academic work in the broad areas of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Technology-led ventures, and related domains.

Who Can Apply

• PhD Scholars (preferably in advanced stages)
• Post-Doctoral Researchers
• Early-Career Faculty Members interested in entrepreneurship research

Registration Fee

To encourage wide participation, DSSE provides complimentary travel & accommodation to selected paper presenters and poster participants.

For participants who wish to attend DSSE Day + Colloquium (as non-presenting attendees), a nominal fee of ₹3,000 is applicable.

Key Dates

Extended Abstract Submission: 15 December 2025

Results Announcement: 30 December 2025

Participant Confirmations: 15 January 2026

Colloquium Day & DSSE Annual Day: 31 January 2026

How to Register

Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the registration link below:

👉 Click Here to Register

Contact Information

📧 Email: events.dsse@iitb.ac.in

🌐 Website: www.dsse.iitb.ac.in