Event Date📅 Nov 17, 2026
State📍 Maharashtra
Platform💻 Physical
Registration⏳ Oct 20, 2026
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ICSSR RMC 2026: Ten-Day Research Methodology Course on AI in Social Science Research
1. Quick Facts & Program Overview
- Course Title: ICSSR RMC 2026 – Ten-Day Research Methodology Course on “Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Social Science Research”
- Organized By: Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), Hinjewadi, Pune
- Sponsored By: Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
- Duration: 10 Days (17th – 26th November 2026)
- Batch Capacity: 30 Scholars Only
- Registration Fee: No Fee (Fully Sponsored by ICSSR)
- Accommodation: Provided at SIIB
- Certificate: Certificate of Participation provided
2. Important Dates
| Event Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | October 20, 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Participants | October 25, 2026 |
| Course Duration | November 17, 2026 – November 26, 2026 |
3. Course Leadership
- Course Director: Prof. (Dr.) Alka Maurya, Director, SIIB
- Course Co-Director: Dr. Ganesh Valiachi, Assistant Professor, SIIB
4. Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible Participants: M.Phil. / Ph.D. / PDF (Post-Doctoral) Scholars in Social Sciences.
- Ineligibility: Faculty members are not eligible to apply for this course.
5. What You Will Learn
- AI Analytics: Natural Language Processing (NLP), automated content analysis, and machine learning techniques.
- Digital Data Collection: Modern data gathering using AI tools.
- Research Design: Mixed-method approaches and predictive research design.
- Hands-on Tools: Practical sessions on Python, R, and AI-assisted tools.
- Research Ethics: Understanding bias, privacy, and academic integrity in AI research.
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q1: What is the registration fee for ICSSR RMC 2026?
Ans: There is no registration fee. The course is fully sponsored by ICSSR, including accommodation at SIIB. - Q2: When will selected participants be notified?
Ans: Intimation to selected participants will be sent on 25th October 2026. - Q3: Who can I contact or who is directing the program?
Ans: The program is directed by Prof. (Dr.) Alka Maurya (Director, SIIB) and co-directed by Dr. Ganesh Valiachi (Assistant Professor, SIIB).
Disclaimer: The details above are sourced directly from the official notification issued by SIIB Pune and ICSSR.
🔍 Key Information
Full Title
Ten-Day Research Methodology Course on “Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Social Science Research
Short Name
ICSSR RMC 2026
Category
Workshop and Training
Subject/Topic
Social Sciences
Organizer
Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) in association with Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
City
Pune
Venue
Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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