National Undergraduate Physics Conference (NUPC) 2026

NUPC 2025

RECAP: NATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE PHYSICS CONFERENCE (NUPC) 2025

The inaugural edition of the National Undergraduate Physics Conference (NUPC 2025) was held at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Tirupati from 16 to 19 December 2025. Built around the central theme "Ignite, Inquire, Inspire," NUPC 2025 served as a dedicated national launchpad to integrate undergraduate research, showcase groundbreaking student contributions, and connect early-stage physicists with leading researchers across the country.

7  Plenary Talks

32  Student Talks

60+  Poster Presentations

~200 Participants

WHAT WE HAD AT NUPC 2025

7 Plenary Talks: Insights and keynote lectures from world-renowned physicists spanning theoretical, experimental, and interdisciplinary physics.

 

32 Student Oral Presentations: Peer-reviewed talks providing undergraduate researchers a national platform to present their independent scientific work.

 

60+ Poster Presentations: Dynamic poster sessions designed to spark technical discussions, showcase emerging research, and exchange ideas.

 

Panel Discussion & Networking: Dedicated sessions bridging young scholars with research opportunities, mentorship, and future scientific collaborations.

 

NUPC 2025 brought together around 200 passionate students, researchers, and eminent faculty members from across India. Unlike general science conferences, NUPC focused explicitly on giving early-stage undergraduates direct exposure to research presentation, fostering an inclusive environment where physics is explored, lived, and honored together.