2026 EDITION

DATA SCIENCE
CONFERENCE

Where Analytics Meets Innovation

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When
24-25th
Jan 2026
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Where
School of Economics
UoH, Hyderabad INDIA
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Expected
500+ Attendees
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Duration
2 Days
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500+
Total Attendees
15+
Industry Speakers
10+
Workshops
20+
Recruiting Companies
₹40K
Hackathon Prizes

Why Attend?

Transform your data science journey with industry-leading insights and hands-on experience

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Industry Knowledge

Learn from leading data scientists and industry experts on the latest trends in AI, ML, and analytics

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Hands-on Learning

Participate in workshops, hackathons, and Kaggle-style competitions to build real-world skills

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Network & Connect

Meet 500+ data professionals, students, and recruiters from leading tech companies

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Win Big

Compete in hackathons with Prizes Worth ₹40,000 and showcase your skills to potential employers

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Career Opportunities

Access an exclusive career fair with 20+ companies actively recruiting data science talent

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Get Certified

Earn certificates from specialized workshops and add credentials to your professional portfolio

Featured Speakers

Learn from industry leaders and renowned experts in data science

Ekhlaque Bari
Opening Keynote

Ekhlaque Bari

AI Coach/Advisor helping enterprises and individuals adopt AI | Keynote Speaker | AI Masterclasses | Workshops | Consulting | AI Strategy & Implementation | ISB/IIMs/IITs | CEO & Founder EBXDOTO

Opening Keynote: AI in Business Transformation - Real-world applications and future trends
Prof. Siba Kumar Udgata
Chief Guest

Prof. Siba Kumar Udgata

Dean, School of Computer Science

University of Hyderabad

Workshop: Explainable AI Techniques for Model Interpretability
Prof. B. Srinivas
Workshop

Prof. B. Srinivas

Professor

School of Computer Science, UoH

Workshop: Fine-Tuning Large Language Models for Domain-Specific Applications
Meet Lavtuka
Talk

Meet Lavtuka

MSME & Startup Ecosystem Enthusiast | Reimagining Consulting with AI | Economics | Basketball - Driven Grit

School of Economics, UoH

Demonstration: Why More Data Doesn’t Mean Better Decisions: A Startup Perspective
CyberEye Team
Talk

CyberEye Team

Security Experts

CyberEye - US Council

Special Talk: The Science of Security in Data-Driven Organizations
Rahul Tomar
Panelist

Rahul Tomar

CTO | Driving Digital Transformation in Insurance | Cloud | AI | Regulatory Tech | Speaker | ISB Alumnus

Panel Discussion
Rajagopalan Rajappa
Workshop

Rajagopalan Rajappa

CTO @ Tata Elxsi | Communication Technologies and Platforms & TSDSI ( Indian Telecom SDO) Roadmap Committee Chair

Cognitive Networks- Rethinking the network architecture through Digital Twins in AI Age
Sanjay Fuloria
Panelist

Sanjay Fuloria

Professor and Director Center for Distance and Online Education, ICFAI FOUNDATION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION,Hyderabad at IBS Hyderabad

Panel Discussion
Dr. Ghanashyama Mahanty
Closing Keynote

Dr. Ghanashyama Mahanty

Head of Data Science for MENA Countries, VISA

Closing Keynote: Building a Career in Data Science
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra
Workshop

Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra

Asst. Professor of Operation & Decision Sciences, School of Management Studies, University of Hyderabad

Workshop: Responsible AI amd ML Model Performance
Chirantan Bhabhra
Workshop

Chirantan Bhabhra

Storytelling coach | Business, Data and Sales Storytelling | Effective Written Communication | Solopreneur | Udaan | Retail - Innovation & Tech | Startups | Snapbizz - Ex Board Member | P&G | IIMA

Workshop on: “Data Story Telling”

Conference Coordinators

Dr. Alok Kumar Mishra
Coordinator

Dr. Alok Kumar Mishra

Professor

School of Economics, University of Hyderabad

Dr. Mohammed Muneer Ahmed
Coordinator

Dr. Mohammed Muneer Ahmed

Visiting Faculty

School of Economics, University of Hyderabad

2-Day Packed Agenda

Comprehensive programming designed to inspire, educate, and connect

DAY 1: Knowledge & Learning

🌅 Morning Session (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM : Registrations
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM : Conference Kick-off by Chief Guest Prof. Siba Kumar Udgata, Dean, School of Computer Science, University of Hyderabad
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM : Workshop on "Explainable AI Techniques for Model Interpretability" by Prof. Siba Kumar Udgata, Dean, School of Computer Science, University of Hyderabad
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM : Tea Break
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Opening Keynote : Ekhlaque Bari, CEO & Founder of EBXDOTO , AI Coach
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM : Panel Discussion on "Navigating the Evolution of Data Science: From Innovation to Impact in the AI Era"
🍽️ Lunch Break (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Networking Lunch
☀️ Afternoon Session (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM : Workshop on "Cognitive Networks- Rethinking the network architecture through Digital Twins in AI Age" by Rajagopalan Rajappa, CTO, Tata Elxsi
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM : Workshop on “Data Story Telling” by Chirantan Bhabhra (Story Telling Coach) from StoryWallahs.com
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Tea Break
04:15 PM - 04:30 PM : Lightning Talk by Cyber-Eye
04:30 PM - 05:15 PM : "Why More Data Doesn’t Mean Better Decisions: A Startup Perspective" by Meet Lavtuka, School of Economics, University of Hyderabad
05:15 PM - 05:45 PM : Talk by Hackathon Team

DAY 2: Competition & Innovation

🌅 Morning Session (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM : Registrations
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM : Workshop On "Training and Fine-Tuning Large Language Models for domain-specific applications" by Prof. B. Srinivas from School of Computer Science, University of Hyderabad
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM : Workshop on "Responsible AI amd ML Model Performance" by Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra, Asst. Professor of Operations & Decision Sciences, School of Management Studies, University of Hyderabad
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM : Tea Break
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM : Hackathon Continues
🍽️ Lunch Break (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Networking Lunch
☀️ Afternoon Session (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM : Hackathon Continues
04:00 PM - 04:15 PM : Tea Break
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM : Hackathon Finals & Presentations
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM : Awards Ceremony
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM : Closing Keynote By Dr. Ghanashyama Mahanty, Head of Data Science for MENA Countries, VISA on "Building a Career in Data Science"

Exclusive Features

Available throughout both days

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Mentorship Lounge

Book 1-on-1 sessions with industry experts

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Certification Workshops

Specialized courses with completion certificates

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Tools Playground

Try data science platforms hands-on

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Career Services

Job board & professional resume reviews

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Community Partner

University of Hyderabad
CyberEye – US Council

Supported by the IoE Directorate
University of Hyderabad

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