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National Conference on Emerging Trends in
Vacuum Electronic Devices & Applications

DECEMBER 20–22, 2026
BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
Secunderabad, Telangana
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About the Conference

 

LAMBDA, Department of EEE, BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad Campus jointly with the Vacuum Electronic Devices & Applications Society (VEDA-S), Bangalore, is organizing the 21st National Conference on Emerging Trends in Vacuum Electronic Devices & Applications (VEDA-2026), during December 20–22, 2026. The conference aims to provide a networking platform for researchers and professionals from R&D, academia, industry, and students to share their work & experience in the broad area of vacuum electronic devices and applications.

The conference will cover a comprehensive tutorial on design and development aspects of vacuum electronic devices and systems. The subsequent two days will feature plenary sessions, invited talks by renowned experts, and presentations of contributed papers, addressing a wide range of topics in vacuum electronic devices and their applications.

Join the Discussion

Call for Papers

Researchers are invited to submit abstracts¹ of work on the following subjects in vacuum electronic devices and applications.

Subject Tracks
Vacuum Electronic Devices (VEDs): Magnetrons, TWTs, Klystrons, EIK, Gyrotrons, Multi-beam Devices
High-Power Microwave (HPM) Devices: Vircator, BWO, MILO, Rel. Klystron, etc
Vacuum-microelectronic mm-wave & THz devices
Plasma-Assisted Devices and Plasma Thrusters
Microwave power modules, TR- Modules and Transmitters
VED based Systems & Applications: Defense, Space, Radar, Telecommunications, Particle Accelerators
Microwave systems for Industrial, Scientific & Medical app.
High-Voltage and Pulsed Power Systems
Cathodes: Thermionic, Field Emission, and Explosive Emission types
Computer-Aided Design; Optimization & AI Techniques
Cold & Hot Microwave Measurements
Electron Tube Fabrication and Vacuum Technologies
Advanced RF Materials, Metamaterials and Metasurfaces
¹The abstract format and other details will be announced soon.

Mark Your Calendar

Important Dates

 
August 15, 2026

Submission of Abstracts

September 15, 2026

Notification of Acceptance

October 15, 2026

Camera-ready Abstract Submission

Join the Conference

Registration Fees

 

Industry & R&D
Delegates

9,000
Early Bird: ₹500 Off
Ends November 15, 2026

Academia
Delegates

6,000
Early Bird: ₹500 Off
Ends November 15, 2026

Student Delegates &
Retired Professionals

1,000
Early Bird: ₹500 Off
Ends November 15, 2026
VEDA-S Member Benefit: Active members receive an additional 10% Discount on all registration fees.

Mode of Payment

 
Registration fees can be paid securely online via our official payment gateway.
Note: Please keep a record of your transaction reference number to complete the final registration form.

Accommodation

 
Limited shared accommodation on nominal charges are available in the student hostel on first come first serve basis. A few number of hotels are available in the vicinity of the campus for interested participants. The details would be uploaded on website.

VEDA Society Awards

Conference Awards

 

Lifetime Achievement Award

Honoring a distinguished individual for their lifelong contributions, visionary leadership, and extraordinary impact in the field of vacuum electronics.

Mid-Career Award

Recognizing exceptional researchers and professionals who have demonstrated significant innovation, sustained excellence, and leadership in their mid-career stage.

Padma Bhushan Dr. Amarjit Singh Young Scientist Award

Celebrating outstanding early-career scientists for their promising research, technical brilliance, and potential to shape the future of the industry.

Partner With Us

Sponsorship Opportunities

Industry partners are invited to participate in the event to showcase their products and innovations in vacuum electronic devices, RF, and microwave technologies. Engage with delegates, speakers, and students to build meaningful collaborations. The conference provides an exceptional forum to effectively present your offerings to the community.

Platinum

5,00,000
  • 5 Complimentary delegate passes.
  • Back cover advertisement in the conference souvenir.
  • Premium logo display on conference banners.
  • Premium logo display on the main stage backdrop.

Diamond

3,00,000
  • 3 Complimentary delegate passes.
  • Inside back cover advertisement in the conference souvenir.
  • Prominent logo display on conference banners.
  • Prominent logo display on the main stage backdrop.

Gold

2,00,000
  • 2 Complimentary delegate passes.
  • One full-page colour advertisement in the conference souvenir.
  • Logo display on general conference banners.

Silver

1,00,000
  • 1 Complimentary delegate pass.
  • Half-page black & white advertisement in the conference souvenir.
  • Logo display on general conference banners.

About VEDAS Society

 

The Vacuum Electron Devices & Applications Society (VEDAS) was established to promote research, innovation, and collaboration in the field of vacuum electronic devices and their applications. The Society serves as a common platform for researchers, academicians, scientists, industry professionals, and students to exchange knowledge through conferences, workshops, seminars, technical meetings, and publications. VEDAS is committed to advancing vacuum electronics and fostering collaboration among academia, research laboratories, industries, and government organizations.

As part of its mission, VEDAS, in collaboration with the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, is organizing the National Conference on Emerging Trends in Vacuum Electronic Devices & Applications (VEDA 2026) during 20–22 December 2026. The conference aims to bring together experts from academia, R&D organizations, industries, and government laboratories to discuss recent advances, emerging technologies, and future directions in vacuum electronics.

Activities of VEDAS include:

  • Organization of national conferences, seminars, workshops, and short courses.
  • Promotion of research collaboration among academia, industry, and R&D organizations.
  • Publication of newsletters, conference proceedings, and technical literature.
  • Recognition of excellence through fellowships, awards, and professional honors.
  • Encouraging student participation and knowledge dissemination in vacuum electronics.
  • Facilitating networking and interaction among professionals in the field.

The Venue

BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

 

The BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus is an institution of international repute with higher learning in India, since its inception in 2008. It spreads over 200 acres of land at Jawahar Nagar, Shameerpet, Hyderabad.

Over the year, BITS has provided the highest quality technical education to students from all over India admitted on the basis of merit. BITS is ranked among the top Engineering Institutes of India.

BITS has four campuses in India – Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad, Mumbai and one international campus in U.A.E (Dubai).

BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus Building