UPES, established in 2003, is a leading multidisciplinary, research-driven institution committed to academic excellence, impactful research, and the holistic development of students. At UPES, the culture is built on a foundation of innovation, global collaboration, and a deep sense of social responsibility, positioning the university as a ‘University of Tomorrow’ that empowers its community to shape the future. UPES has reinforced its position as a leading university in India and globally, ranked in the 901–950 band worldwide and 21st in Southern Asia in the QS World University Rankings 2026, where it is also recognized as the No. 1 private university in India for Academic Reputation. 

As per the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, UPES now stands in the 501-600 band globally and 5th in India. Notably, in Research Quality, UPES jumped 57 positions in just one year to be ranked 299 globally. It is among the top 2% of universities in the world. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, UPES has been ranked 45 among universities, with a rank of 18 in Law, 36 in Management, and a rank of 43 in Engineering, 45 in Research, and in the 11–50 band in Innovation.

UPES offers graduate and postgraduate programs through its seven schools: School of Advanced Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Design, School of Law, School of Business, School of Health Sciences & Technology, and School of Liberal Studies & Media. The UPES family includes 19100+ students, 1,500+ faculty and staff members, and a thriving community of 38000+ alumni.

UPES has also been accredited by NAAC with a grade ‘A’ and has received 5 stars on Employability (placements) by the globally acclaimed QS Rating. The university has had 100% placements over the last five years. 50+ faculty members from UPES feature among the world’s top 2% researchers as per the Stanford University list.

The UPES has implemented several initiatives to promote research and innovation among its faculty and students. These initiatives include SEED Individual Funding, which offers financial support for testing research ideas; SEED Infrastructure Funding, which supports the development of research infrastructure; SEED Incubation, a program for faculty members with marketable concepts; SHODH support for students, fostering innovation-driven entrepreneurship; Anusandhan, equipping faculty and students with the latest developments in their fields; a dedicated IPR cell for patents and copyrights; Learning with Leaders, providing support sessions with experts and funding agencies; and Runway, a business incubator encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation-driven startups in Uttarakhand. These initiatives collectively aim to create a culture of innovation, advance cutting-edge research, and support the transformation of research and ideas into tangible products and solutions for the market.

IYRC is an exhibition of the ongoing research activities of educational institutions. It provides a platform for exchange of thoughts between distinguished guests and participants from different cultural and scientific backgrounds, facilitating industry and academia interaction with an emphasis on the technological requirements. IYRC aims to inspire and encourage undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. student community to pursue a career in research. It is a forum to harness young minds by taking innovations made in research to their actual implementation in the industries. IYRC aims to be a catalyst to build holistic, transformable and innovative ideas. We invite young researchers to register and participate in IYRC 2026.

• Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students
• Faculty & Academicians
• Educators & Researchers
• Ph.D. and Research Scholars
• Industry Professionals & Practitioners
• Entrepreneurs & Corporate Groups
• Funding Agencies & Policy Bodies

• Collaborative Opportunities: A platform for participants across diverse scientific and cultural disciplines to exchange ideas and innovate among institutions.
• Industry-Academia Partnerships: Strengthening ties to address emerging technological challenges and foster innovative solutions for the future.
• Access to Funding: Connecting participants with funding channels to support pioneering research and development projects.

• Date: February 26-28, 2026
• Venue: UPES Bidholi Campus, Dehradun

• Abstract Submission Deadline: January 30, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: February 10, 2026
• Online Registration Closes: February 19, 2026

*The registration fee will also include additional GST charges.