NCCAP 2026

National Conference on
Communication Disorders & Audiological Practices

Two days of frontier research, clinical insights and global collaboration, hosted by NISH.

Sep 17–18, 2026 NISH, Thiruvananthapuram
About NCCAP 2026

Where research meets practice in audiology and rehabilitation

An interdisciplinary platform connecting clinicians, researchers, technologists and educators advancing the science and practice of communication disorders.

A premier scientific gathering

NCCAP brings together the world's leading voices in speech-language pathology, audiology, cochlear implants, sign language and rehabilitation science. Over two days you'll engage with cutting-edge keynotes, hands-on workshops, and curated networking with global peers.

Hosted at the National Institute of Speech and Hearing — India's premier deemed university for communication sciences and rehabilitation — NCCAP 2026 is a launchpad for collaborations that change lives.

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NCCAP delegates engaging at a previous edition
Distinguished Speakers

Voices shaping the future of practice

Keynotes and invited talks from a curated roster of clinicians, researchers and innovators.

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Sonal Chitnis
Neuro Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology track
Dr. Shivani Tiwari initials
Dr. Shivani Tiwari
Associate Professor, Dept. of Speech and Hearing
Manipal College of Health Professions (MAHE)
Dr. Gagan Bajaj portrait
Dr. Gagan Bajaj
Additional Professor, Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (MAHE)
Prof. Ajith Kumar Uppunda portrait
Prof. Ajith Kumar Uppunda
Professor, Department of Audiology
AIISH, Mysuru
Dr. Aruvudai Nambi portrait
Dr. Aruvudai Nambi
Associate Professor, Department of Audiology
AIISH, Mysuru
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Dr. Madhuri Gore
Audiology track
Auditory Rehabilitation
Two Days · One Vision

Conference schedule

Curated tracks across keynotes, workshops, paper sessions and networking — all sessions are CME accredited.

08:30 — 09:30

Registration & Welcome Coffee Open

Atrium · Pick up your delegate kit and connect with attendees.

09:30 — 10:30

Technologically Aided Cognitive-Communicative Assessment and Training to Facilitate Healthy Cognitive Aging SLP · Plenary

Dr. Gagan Bajaj

11:30 — 12:30

Cognition and Hearing Loss — Behavioural and Electrophysiological Correlates Audiology · Assessment

Prof. Ajith Kumar Uppunda

12:30 — 1:30

Lunch

1:30 — 2:30

Plenary Session — SLP To Be Confirmed

Speaker and title to be announced.

3:30 — 4:30

Bridging Hearing Sciences and Clinical Practice through Technological Innovation Audiology · Plenary

Dr. Aruvudai Nambi

08:30 — 09:30

Coffee Open

09:30 — 10:30

Bridging Neurocognition and Technology in Autism SLP · Plenary

Dr. Shivani Tiwari

11:30 — 12:30

Integrating Neuroplasticity and Technology in Auditory Rehabilitation Audiology · Aural Rehab

Dr. Madhuri Gore

12:30 — 1:30

Lunch

1:30 — 2:30

Plenary Session — SLP To Be Confirmed

Speaker and title to be announced.

3:30 — 4:30

Artificial Intelligence in Hearing Aids Audiology · Plenary

Dr. Aruvudai Nambi

Registration

Choose your pass

All passes include conference kit, lunch and certificate.

UG & PG Students
For undergraduate & postgraduate students with a valid ID.
2,500 / delegate
  • All keynotes & plenaries
  • Paper presentations access
  • Conference kit + certificate
  • Lunch & refreshments (2 days)
  • Welcome dinner
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FAQ

Common questions

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NCCAP 2026 takes place at the National Institute of Speech and Hearing (NISH), Akkulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The venue is fully accessible and ~35 min from Trivandrum International Airport.

Yes — keynotes and select sessions will be streamed live. A virtual pass is available for remote attendees, with access to recordings for 60 days.

Full refunds (less 5% processing) are available until July 20, 2026. After that date, registrations are non-refundable but transferable to a colleague.

Absolutely. We welcome delegates from across the globe. International registrants receive an invitation letter for visa support after registration.

Abstract submissions close 30 July 2026 (extended from 15 July). Full papers are due August 1, 2026. See the Papers page for full guidelines.

Yes — NCCAP 2026 is accredited for continuing medical education credits. Professionals & PhD Scholars pass holders receive an official CME certificate.

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