The Annual Convention of the National Academy of Psychology (NAOP), India is the flagship academic event of the Academy, envisioned with the objective of fostering excellence in psychological research, teaching, and practice at the national and international level. While NAOP also organizes regional conferences to strengthen psychology in developing academic centers, the annual convention represents the most comprehensive platform of the Academy, bringing together psychologists, allied professionals, and students from across India and abroad.
The annual convention is designed to advance the frontiers of psychological science, showcase cutting-edge research, and engage with issues of social and cultural significance. Each year, the convention is organized around a broad and contemporary theme which reflects the latest developments and challenges to the field. These themes underscore NAOP’s commitment to ensuring that psychology remains responsive to societal needs and global transformations.
The convention is hosted by a reputed university or institute in India and typically spans three to four days. Its academic program is diverse and inclusive, featuring:
The convention also integrates cultural events and local engagements, which allow participants to experience the heritage of the host city while building academic networks.
A hallmark of the annual convention is its strong focus on encouraging and rewarding excellence. Prestigious awards such as the Prof. Durganand Sinha Best Dissertation Award, the NAOP Best Paper Award, Prof. M. B. Saran Award and the Emerging Psychologists Programme recognize high-quality scholarship and nurture the next generation of psychologists.
With its comprehensive scope and high academic standards, the annual convention is not merely a conference but a vibrant community of learning, dialogue, and collaboration. It is a forum where psychology interfaces with allied disciplines, where indigenous and global perspectives converge, and where young scholars are mentored alongside established experts.
NAOP invites academicians, researchers, professionals, and students from across India and abroad to participate in its annual convention. Together, we strive to advance psychology as a science and a profession, and to apply its insights for human welfare, societal progress, and global understanding.
The Annual Convention is NAOP’s flagship event and hosting it provides a unique opportunity for institutions to bring together leading national and international scholars, showcase their academic strengths, and contribute to advancing psychology in India. Institutions interested in hosting the Annual Convention of the National Academy of Psychology (NAOP) are invited to express their interest to the Academy. Proposals may be submitted by NAOP members on behalf of their institutions to the Chair, Conference Committee (Prof. Tushar Singh, tusharsinghalld@gmail.com) with a copy to the Secretary General, NAOP. The Academy will work in close collaboration with the host institution on program design, scheduling, and outreach to ensure that every Annual Convention is academically rigorous, inclusive, and of national as well as international significance.
Visit the official conference page at: https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/events-and-conferences/conferences/naop2026/