Karnatak University, Dharwad · NAAC ‘A’ 2022 · Karnataka Sociology Association (R)
Spaces of Urban Marginality: Slum Settlements, Social Inclusions and Justice in India.
ನಗರದ ಅಂಚಿನತೆಯ ನೆಲೆಗಳು: ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೊಳಗೇರಿ ವಸತಿಗಳು, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸೇರ್ಪಡೆ ಮತ್ತು ನ್ಯಾಯ
The XVIII National Sociology Conference 2026 is jointly organised by the Department of Postgraduate Studies and Research in Sociology, Karnatak University, Dharwad (accredited with ‘A’ Grade by NAAC-2022) and the Karnataka Sociology Association (R).
20–21 November 2026
Golden Jubilee Hall
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XVIII
National Conference
The Conference
The Department of Postgraduate Studies and Research in Sociology, Karnatak University, Dharwad, and the Karnataka Sociology Association (R) jointly organise the XVIII National Sociology Conference.
Under the theme Spaces of Urban Marginality: Slum Settlements, Social Inclusion and Justice in India, academicians, university and college teachers, researchers, research scholars and postgraduate students meet to examine how informality, housing, migration and governance shape life at the city’s edges. Papers are invited in English and Kannada across the 15 Research Committees of the KSA.
Memorial Lecture 01
Hiremallur Iswaran Memorial Lecture
Prof. Sadashiv Marji
Memorial Lecture 02
Nadoja Prof. C. Parvathamma Memorial Lecture
Dr. Ganesha Somayaji
Sub-themes
Five ways into the margins
Papers may engage with, but need not be limited to, the following sub-themes.
Important dates
The road to Dharwad
0110 Oct 2026Abstract submission
0220 Oct 2026Notification of acceptance
0301 Nov 2026Full paper submission
0416 Nov 2026Registration closes
0520–21 Nov 2026Conference, Golden Jubilee Hall
Accommodation: afternoon of 19 Nov 2026 to morning of 21 Nov 2026.
Guests & Speakers
Voices to be announced
Distinguished guests and speakers will be revealed soon. Check back, or follow updates on WhatsApp.
Inaugural Address
Basvaraj Rayareddi
Honorable Minister of Higher Education & Pro-Chancellor
Karnatak University, Dharwad
Chief Guest
To be announced
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Arvinder A. Ansari
Professor (Department of Sociology)
Department of Sociology,
Jamia Millia Islamia,
Hiremallur Iswaran Memorial Lecture
Prof. Sadashiv Marji
Former Deputy Director
(Food and Civil Supplies Department)
Government of Karnataka
Nadoja Prof. C. Parvathamma Memorial Lecture
Dr. Ganesha Somayaji
Senior Professor of Sociology (Retired)
Goa University
Valedictory Address
To be announced
Plenary Session
Prof. Satish Deshpande
Professor, Department of Sociology
Delhi School of Economics
Plenary Session
Dr. Tamilarasan
Professor and Head in the Department of Sociology,
University of Madras,
Chennai
Registration fees (₹)
Fees & payment
Pay by UPI, QR code, NEFT or other approved online modes, then submit the registration form with proof of payment.
| Period | Delegates · with stay | Delegates · without stay | Scholars · with stay | Scholars · without stay | Students · with stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Sep – 10 Oct 2026 NOW | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Oct – 31 Oct 2026 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Nov – 16 Nov 2026 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 |
| Spot registration | ₹3,200 | — | ₹1,600 | — | — |
Publication fee
₹ 1,000 single author
₹ 1,500 co-authored
Bank details
Account namePG DEPT SOCIOLOGY
BankState Bank of India
Account no.11605260166
BranchKarnatak University Campus
IFSCSBIN0001728
Registration
Take your seat at the table.
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Pay the fee to the bank account or by UPI
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Fill in this form with your UTR / payment reference
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Send your details on WhatsApp to the Organising Secretary
Last date: 16 November 2026
Register nowCall for papers
Fifteen committees. One question.
Original research papers are invited in English and Kannada under the 15 Research Committees of the Karnataka Sociology Association. Submit abstracts and full papers to the respective RC Convener and correspond with them about review and acceptance.
Guidelines
- Papers in English or Kannada, 1,500–3,000 words
- Times New Roman, 12 pt · APA referencing
- Plagiarism certificate required (max 10% similarity)
- Articles must not be AI-generated
- Publication: edited volume (ISBN/ISSN) or peer-reviewed journal (ISSN, DOI)
- Publication fee: ₹1,000 single author · ₹1,500 co-authored
Final papers
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Campus & city
Campus photos: Wikimedia Commons · City photos: Unsplash / Pexels
From past conferences
Moments from the archive
Photos from earlier KSA conferences will appear here as soon as they are added to the conference Google Drive folder.
Open Google Drive folderVenue
Golden Jubilee Hall, Dharwad
Golden Jubilee Hall
Karnatak University Campus, Pavate Nagar, Dharwad, Karnataka 580003
Get directionsAccommodation
19 Nov (afternoon) to 21 Nov (morning) for registered delegates opting for stay
Nearest airport
Hubballi Airport, about 25 km from campus
By rail
Dharwad Railway Station, about 5 km from campus
Organising committee
The people behind it
Patrons
Chief PatronProf. A. M. KhanVice Chancellor, Karnatak University, Dharwad
PatronRegistrarKarnatak University, Dharwad
President, KSAProf. Sudha KhokateKarnataka Sociology Association
Secretary, KSAProf. Shanta B. AstigeKarnataka Sociology Association
Treasurer, KSAProf. Hanamagouda C.Karnataka Sociology Association
Vice President, KSAProf. Chandrika K.B.Karnataka Sociology Association
Vice President, KSADr. ReshmaKarnataka Sociology Association
Vice President, KSADr. Neelakant KanniKarnataka Sociology Association
Joint Secretary, KSADr. Govindaraj B.M.Karnataka Sociology Association
Joint Secretary, KSADr. Manjula V.Karnataka Sociology Association
Retired Professors, Dept. of Sociology
Prof. A.G. Mudbidri · Prof. N. B. Kashappagoudar · Prof. K.M. Goudar · Prof. C. A. Somashekarappa · Prof. Sadashiv Marji · Prof. Shakuntala C. Shettar · Prof. Jayashree S.
With the support of
- Executive Committee Members, Karnataka Sociology Association
- Alumni Association, Department of Sociology, K.U. Dharwad (AADSKUD)
- Karnatak Vishwavidyalaya Padavi Kalejugala Samajashastra Adhyapakara Sangha, Dharwad (R)