7th Annual Conference on Economics and Finance (ACEF 2026)
7th Annual Conference on Economics and Finance (ACEF 2026)
January 29-31, 2026 | BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
The conference invites papers on both theoretical and empirical aspects of economics and finance.
About the Conference
The Department of Economics and Finance at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Conference on Economics and Finance (ACEF 2026), to be held from January 29–31, 2026. The conference serves as a premier forum for the dissemination of research across all areas of economics and finance, welcoming contributions on both theoretical and empirical aspects. The programme will also feature Best Paper Awards, with a dedicated category for PhD scholars.
Pre-Conference Workshop (January 29, 2026)
The conference will begin with a full-day pre-conference workshop featuring two specialized sessions:
- Causal Machine Learning for Policy Analysis
- Application of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Finance Research
Keynote Speakers
We are delighted to host distinguished keynote speakers, including Prof. Abhiman Das from IIM Ahmedabad, Prof. Abhiroop Mukhopadhyay from ISI Delhi, Prof. Madhu Veeraraghavan from MAHE, Manipal, and Dr. Tirthankar Patnaik, Chief Economist at NSE.
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Objectives of the Conference
The conference aims to bring together academicians, young researchers, policy analysts, and industry experts to exchange ideas, share experiences, and present research on the wide-ranging problems, issues, prospects, and challenges in economics and finance. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the developments and transformations of the past two decades in these fields. In addition, the pre-conference workshop is designed to equip participants with contemporary analytical tools and methods, providing hands-on exposure to recent advances in economic and financial research techniques. This will help participants stay current with the evolving landscape of economic analysis and research practice.
About the Economics Department
The Department of Economics and Finance at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus offers a comprehensive portfolio of programmes, including the M.Sc. (Hons.) Economics, three minors in Finance, Management, and Computational Economics, and a Ph.D. programme.
The Department’s faculty bring diverse specializations, fostering multi-faceted research and adding depth to the curriculum. Our academic approach emphasizes both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, preparing students for careers in academia, industry, government, and policy organizations, while also nurturing future researchers and specialists.
Through innovative pedagogy and active engagement with current developments, the Department aims to equip students with a strong conceptual base and sustained interest in the practice of Economics, Finance, and Management.
For more details, please visit the department website.
Economic Association
The Economics Association is the official student body for M.Sc. Economics at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus. It works to foster interest in economics and finance across the campus community through a variety of academic and interactive events. Signature initiatives include Courtroom, Arthashastra: The Business Quiz, and finance workshops during the annual tech-management festival ATMOS.
The Association also organizes guest lectures and panel discussions featuring eminent speakers, and maintains a blog showcasing articles by students and guest contributors. Since 2017, it has hosted its flagship event Finnovate, a financial conclave that brings together experts and students for discussions on contemporary issues, alongside quizzes and competitions.
About the Campus
Established in 2008, the Hyderabad Campus of BITS Pilani is one of India’s leading centers for higher education in science, technology, economics, and management. Spread across 200 acres of lush greenery in Jawahar Nagar, Hyderabad, the campus is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, lecture theatres, a student activity center, auditorium, sports facilities, and advanced ICT infrastructure.
Located just 70 km from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and 27 km from Secunderabad railway station, the campus is easily accessible by public transport. It accommodates over 3,200 students, 170 faculties, and 160 staff, with annual admissions of around 750 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes.
The academic curriculum mirrors that of the parent BITS Pilani campus, ensuring a comprehensive and rigorous education. Currently, the campus hosts around 65 active research projects, supported by leading Indian and international funding agencies. With a vibrant student life and strong placement record in multinational companies, government organizations, and research institutes worldwide, the Hyderabad campus provides a truly holistic environment for learning and growth.
For more details, please visit the BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus website.
