Microsoft Research India Academic Research Summit 2026
Location: Bengaluru, India
The Microsoft Research India Academic Research Summit 2026 is a vibrant convergence of ideas, bringing together leading researchers, faculty, and innovators from across the country. The summit, over two days, fosters rich dialogue and meaningful connections, creating a platform where academia and industry come together to exchange perspectives, spark collaborations, and reflect on the evolving landscape of research in India.
Venue: Microsoft Research India, Vigyan, 9, Lavelle Road, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
The event features inspiring plenary talks, engaging technical sessions, and interactive discussions across a wide range of domains—from advances in AI and systems to research with real-world and societal impact. Speakers and participants alike contribute to an atmosphere of curiosity, openness, and intellectual energy, making the summit a shared experience of learning and exploration.
More than anything, the summit underscores the power of community—bringing together diverse voices to co-create ideas and shape the future of research. It serves as a reminder that meaningful innovation happens when people come together with a shared purpose: to push boundaries, mentor the next generation, and build pathways for impactful, collaborative research.