Welcome to the official webpage of the
Welcome to the official webpage of the
Young Astronomers' Meet (YAM – 2026)
Young Astronomers' Meet (YAM – 2026)
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An initiative actively supported by the Astronomical Society of India, the Young Astronomers' Meet (YAM) is organised by students for students. It provides a vibrant platform for emerging researchers in astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology from across India to present their research, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations with peers.
The 2026 edition of YAM will be proudly hosted by the Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, from December 21-23, 2026. Through a series of talks, poster sessions, panel discussions, and networking activities, along with an outreach event, this event will nurture intellectual growth and inspire innovative collaborations within the Indian astronomy community.
Based on the abstract submissions, 80 students will be selected for in-person presentations and attendance at the meet. Accommodation will be arranged for all participants.
Travel support will be provided, on request, to a limited number of participants. We look forward to seeing you at the meet and to the exciting conversations and collaborations that will shape the next generation of space scientists!
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Registered Ph.D. or Integrated Ph.D. candidates in any branch of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Indian Universities or Institutes.
The candidate must not have defended their thesis at the time of the event.
Important Dates
Important Dates
Abstract Categories
Abstract Categories
Conference Venue Location
Conference Venue Location
YAM 2026 is kindly supported by
YAM 2026 is kindly supported by
Astronomical Society of India
Astronomical Society of India
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and
Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad
Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a registration Fee?
Is there a registration Fee?
A nominal registration fee will be charged from all selected participants to confirm their participation. The fee will be fully refunded upon attending the conference. This policy is intended to ensure confirmed participation and minimize last-minute cancellations.
Will financial support be available?
Will financial support be available?
Limited financial support will be available for selected participants requiring travel and/or accommodation assistance. Applicants may indicate their request for financial support during registration. Preference would be given to University students.
What are the Abstract evaluation criteria?
What are the Abstract evaluation criteria?
Abstracts will be evaluated by the Scientific Organising Committee based on their scientific quality, relevance to the conference themes, and the overall balance of the scientific programme. The contents of the abstract should not be plagiarised or AI-generated.
Are the 'Conference Venue' and 'Accommodation Venue' the same?
Are the 'Conference Venue' and 'Accommodation Venue' the same?
No. The Conference will be conducted at the Navarangpura campus of PRL. Details on how to reach are in the "Venue" tab.
Accommodation details are present in the "Information" tab.
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