Two-Day National Conference on
Quantum & Semiconductor Technologies: Innovations for the Future
September 14-15, 2026
M. N. Saha Auditorium, CSIR-CGCRI, Kolkata
Exploring Frontiers. Advancing Knowledge. Enabling Tomorrow.
The Quantum and Semiconductor Technology Conference bring together academia, research, and industry to explore advances in quantum materials, quantum devices, advanced semiconductors, and next-generation electronic and photonic technologies.
The conference marks the launch of CSIR-CGCRI’s Emerging Quantum and Semiconductor Technologies (EQST) Section, which is dedicated to advancing indigenous capabilities in quantum and semiconductor technologies. The initiative encompasses research in advanced semiconductor processing, superconducting quantum platforms, two-dimensional quantum materials, single-electron transistor technologies, and advanced photonic systems, creating a strong foundation for future innovations and technological self-reliance.
Themes for Abstract Submission:
Ø Qubits, Quantum Devices, Sensors
Ø Quantum Transport and Metrology
Ø Advanced Semiconductor Devices
Ø Quantum and Semiconductor Optoelectronics
NOTE: Please note that, due to logistical constraints, we can accommodate a maximum of 50 abstracts. Submissions will be evaluated based on merit and relevance, as well as on a first-come, first-served basis, and the abstract submission process will close once this limit is reached.
Deadline for Abstract Submission: September 06, 2026
We especially encourage student participants to present their research through poster presentations.
Kindly note the poster dimensions should be 80 cm x 100 cm.
Registration Link: Click Here
NOTE: Participants are requested to provide the following payment details:
- Conference Name: CQST 2026
- Name of the participant (if paid individually / paid by other) or names of all participants (in case of group payment)
- UTR Number
- Amount paid
- Directly downloaded PDF of the transaction details (screenshots are not acceptable and the UTR number must be clearly visible). Please put reference “CQST 2026” during payment.
Registration Fee (inclusive of GST)
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Students | ₹1,000 |
| Faculty / Academicians | ₹3,000 |
| Industry Delegates | ₹10,000 |
Sponsorship: Tariff (18% GST extra) and Benefits
| Sponsorship Category | Tariff (INR) | Benefit |
| Silver Sponsor | 10,000 | ½-page advertisement |
| Gold Sponsor | 25,000 | 1 free registration + ½-page advertisement |
| Platinum Sponsor | 50,000 | 2 free registrations + 1 banner + 1 full-page advertisement |
| Product Display Stall | 40,000 | 2 free registrations |
Advertisement Options (18% GST extra)
| Advertisement Type | Tariff (INR) |
| Half-page – inside | 10,000 |
| Full-page – inside | 15,000 |
| Cover page – inside | 25,000 |
Payment Details:
TENTATIVE LIST OF SPEAKERS
Prof. Samit K. Ray
IIT Kharagpur
Prof. Prabhat Mandal
SNBNCBS, Kolkata
Prof. Suddhasatta Mahapatra
IIT Bombay
Prof. Saurav Giri
IACS, Kolkata
Prof. Satyajit Banerjee
IIT Kanpur
Prof. Anjan Barman
SNBNCBS, Kolkata
Prof. Biswajit Karmakar
SINP, Kolkata
Prof. Kamaraju Natarajan
IISER Kolkata
Prof. Surendra B. Anantharaman
IIT Madras
Prof. Anshuman Kumar
IIT Bombay
Prof. Chandan Ghosh
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Join us to discover new frontiers, connect with leading experts and spark new collaborations
Last Updated on August 14, 2026
