International Conference on Financial Markets & Corporate Finance

Join researchers, innovators, and industry leaders for insightful discussions on the future of technology.

3-5 july, 2026 • IIT Madras

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What is GAFER ?

The Global Association of Financial and Entrepreneurial Research (GAFER) is a non-profit society established to foster high-impact research, meaningful academic collaborations, and forward-looking policy dialogue in the fields of finance, economics, and entrepreneurship.

Based at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, GAFER brings together a global network of scholars, doctoral students, practitioners, and institutions for idea exchange, skill-building, and real-world impact.

Our Areas of Work

Research & Publications

Peer-reviewed journals and bulletins highlighting the latest in finance, economics, and entrepreneurship.

Academic Development

Doctoral colloquiums, summer & winter schools, and short-term courses for students and professionals.

Conferences & Events

Annual international conferences, Nobel lecture series, and industry-academia roundtables.

Industry-Academic Partnerships

Bridging research and real-world application through collaborative projects and policy research.

Past Conferences

ICFMCF, IIT Delhi (2023)

International Conference on Financial Markets & Corporate Finance is an initiative taken by leading management schools within the Indian Institute of Technology system.

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ICFMCF, IIT Dhanbad (2024)

International Conference on Financial Markets & Corporate Finance is an initiative taken by leading management schools within the Indian Institute of Technology system.

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ICFMCF, IIT Kharagpur (2025)

International Conference on Financial Markets & Corporate Finance is an initiative taken by leading management schools within the Indian Institute of Technology system.

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Governing Body/Board Members

Prof. M. Thenmozhi

DoMS, IIT Madras

President

GAFER

Prof. S. N. Rao

SJMSOM, IIT Bombay

Vice President

GAFER

Prof. B. V. Phani

DoMS, IIT Kanpur

Secretary

GAFER

Prof. Abhinava Tripathi

DoMS, IIT Kanpur

General Secretary

GAFER

Prof. Suman Saurabh

DoMS, IIT Kanpur

Treasurer

GAFER

Prof. Prabina Rajib

VGSoM, IIT Kharagpur & BIMTECH, Greater Noida

Executive Member

GAFER

Prof. Puran Singh

SoM, IIT Mandi

Executive Member

GAFER

Prof. Shashank Bansal

DMSIE, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Executive Member

GAFER

Prof. Shveta Singh

DMS, IIT Delhi

Executive Member

GAFER

Academic Partners

IIT Bombay

IIT Bombay was established in 1958. It attracts top-tier students. Its renowned faculty drives research and academics, forging collaborations with national and international peers.

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IIT Delhi

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi is one of the Twenty Three IITs created to be Centres of Excellence for training, research and development in science, engineering and technology in India. Established as College of Engineering in 1961

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IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

The Indian National Congress at its XVII Session of December 1901 passed a resolution stating that “in view of the fact that the tendency of recent legislation namely, The Indian Mines Act VII of 1901, is that all Indian mines must be kept under the supervision of mining experts

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IIT Kanpur

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, established in 1959, is one of the premier institutions established by the Government of India. The aim of the Institute is to provide meaningful education, to conduct original research of the highest standard and to provide leadership in technological innovation.

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IIT Madras

The Institute strongly believes that talent and good ideas can come from anywhere and has a remarkably diverse community, drawing students from across all Indian states and from various countries.

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IIT Roorkee

Indian Institute of Technology - Roorkee is among the foremost of institutes of national importance in higher technological education and in engineering, basic and applied research. Since its establishment, the Institute has played a vital role in providing the technical manpower and know-how to the country and in pursuit of research.

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