National Conference on
Communication Disorders & Audiological Practices
Two days of frontier research, clinical insights and global collaboration, hosted by NISH.
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.
Learn about submissions
Voices shaping the future of practice
Keynotes and invited talks from a curated roster of clinicians, researchers and innovators.
Conference schedule
Curated tracks across keynotes, workshops, paper sessions and networking — all sessions are CME accredited.
Registration & Welcome Coffee Open
Atrium · Pick up your delegate kit and connect with attendees.
Technologically Aided Cognitive-Communicative Assessment and Training to Facilitate Healthy Cognitive Aging SLP · Plenary
Dr. Gagan Bajaj
Cognition and Hearing Loss — Behavioural and Electrophysiological Correlates Audiology · Assessment
Prof. Ajith Kumar Uppunda
Lunch
Plenary Session — SLP To Be Confirmed
Speaker and title to be announced.
Bridging Hearing Sciences and Clinical Practice through Technological Innovation Audiology · Plenary
Dr. Aruvudai Nambi
Coffee Open
Bridging Neurocognition and Technology in Autism SLP · Plenary
Dr. Shivani Tiwari
Integrating Neuroplasticity and Technology in Auditory Rehabilitation Audiology · Aural Rehab
Dr. Madhuri Gore
Lunch
Plenary Session — SLP To Be Confirmed
Speaker and title to be announced.
Artificial Intelligence in Hearing Aids Audiology · Plenary
Dr. Aruvudai Nambi
Choose your pass
All passes include conference kit, lunch and certificate.
- All keynotes & plenaries
- Paper presentations access
- Conference kit + certificate
- Lunch & refreshments (2 days)
- Welcome dinner
- All UG & PG Student benefits
- 2 hands-on workshops
- CME credit certificate
- Speaker networking lounge
- Printed proceedings
- Cultural evening
Highlights from past editions
A glimpse of the conversations, workshops and friendships that define NCCAP.
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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Our secretariat typically responds within 24 hours during working days.