41st International Value Engineering Conference

Value Engineering for
Resurgent India

  • Pune, India (Suzlon One Earth Campus)
  • 05 - 06 December 2026
What We Do

About the Conference


The Indian Value Engineering Society (INVEST) is set to host the 41st International Value Engineering Conference, India’s premier global platform dedicated to advancing Value Engineering practices.

Centered around the theme “Value Engineering for Resurgent India,” the conference showcases the power of value-driven thinking in shaping a more innovative, efficient, and resilient nation.

It brings together leaders from industry, government, and academia to:

This conference serves as a catalyst for strategic excellence, collaboration, and nation-building through Value Engineering.

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The Theme

Value Engineering for Resurgent India


This theme reflects India’s journey toward sustainable growth and global leadership.

Value Engineering plays a crucial role in:

It aligns with India’s vision of self-reliance, competitiveness, and inclusive growth, encouraging collaboration across sectors to deliver long-term societal value.

Conference

Sub-Theme


Value Engineering for strengthening industrial innovations

Accelerating global development through VE

Sustainable operations with ESG integration

Digital transformation through Value Engineering

VE in public infrastructure and policy implementation

Inclusive development and social impact

Who is it for?

This Conference is Ideal for:


Business Leaders & Decision Makers

Engineers & Value Practitioners

Policy Makers & Government Officials

Consultants & Industry Experts

Academicians & Researchers

Students & Young Professionals

Worldwide VE Community

Global Experts in Value Engineering


  • Day 01 01 Jan 2025
  • Day 02 20 Apr 2026
  • Day 03 15 Jul 2027
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09:00 AM -- 03:00 PM
Paul Wilson, Art Critic

Registration For Opening Workshop

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
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10:00 AM -- 12:30 PM
Ashli Scroggy, Organizer

Modern Marketing Summit Sydney

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
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02:00 PM -- 05:00 PM
Robert Gates, Art Critic

Introduction About Speakers

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
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02:00 PM -- 05:00 PM
Robert Gates, Insurance Consultant

Home Life Open Entryway Occasion

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Speaker Image
02:00 PM -- 05:00 PM
Robert Gates, Art Critic

Introduction About Speakers

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Speaker Image
10:00 AM -- 12:30 PM
Ashli Scroggy, Organizer

Modern Marketing Summit Sydney

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Speaker Image
09:00 AM -- 03:00 PM
Paul Wilson, Art Critic

Registration For Opening Workshop

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Speaker Image
10:00 AM -- 12:30 PM
Ashli Scroggy, Organizer

Modern Marketing Summit Sydney

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Speaker Image
02:00 PM -- 05:00 PM
Robert Gates, Art Critic

Introduction About Speakers

We’re inviting the top creatives in the tech industry from all over the world to come learn, grow, scrape their knees, try new things, to be vulnerable, and to have epic adventures
  • Hall 1, Building, Golden Street , Southafrica
Recognising Excellence

Individual & Organisational Prizes & Awards


Awarded to the leader of the Value Engineering Project Team which, in judges’ assessment, has submitted the best VE project report implemented during the preceding year prior to the conference.
Presented to the organisation which has excelled in deploying Value Methodology to improve total value of operations and encouraged VE dissemination at all levels during the past year.
Presented to the organisation adjudged as the next best based on the criteria for the Handa Golden Key award.
Instituted by Mr. Muthiah Kasi (USA). For papers distinctly demonstrating newness/innovation – not necessarily following VM Job Plan.
Certificate for all authors; cash award to principal author/presenter.
Sponsored by Mr. KSRM Sastry, CVS Life. Motivates practitioners for best utilization of ‘Function and Creativity‘ to derive best solutions.
Paper should include: Project description, full function list, creativity ideas, shortlisted ideas, selected proposals, and how function definition helped realise the best solution.
To a member who delivered the highest number of lectures/sessions on VE in public forum during last 2 years. Applicant must be an INVEST member in good standing.
Submit application with full details & proof (letter from organisers). Format available on INVEST website.
Excellent quality, technical accuracy & innovation.
Outstanding contribution in Value Engineering research.
Recognising high-quality technical papers.
— ₹ 5,000 + Certificate
— ₹ 5,000 + Certificate
— ₹ 5,000 + Certificate
Contact for submission of award entries

Submission & Award Guidelines

Organisational awards: open to any org (public, private, academia, non-profit) based in India. A group of organisations cannot enter collectively, only as a unit. Projects must be submitted online as per respective guidelines. Winning organisation will be requested to send a senior executive to receive the award.

    Important Dates & Timelines

    Optional Sight Seeing is organised, comprising of cultural tours & creative excursions
    Conference Milestones Timeline
    Early Bird delegate registration 30th Aug 2026
    Abstract Submission 30th Aug 2026
    Paper Submission 30th Sep 2026
    Submission of presentation (PowerPoint) 30th Nov 2026
    Award entry submission 15th Oct 2026
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    Registration . Pricing


    Conference Registration | Value Engineering Summit 2026
    Early Bird until 30th Aug, 2026
    Indian Delegates
    ₹ All fees in Indian Rupees (INR) inclusive of applicable taxes*
    Delegate CategoryEarly Bird
    ≤ 30 Aug 2026
    Standard
    up to 15 Nov 2026*
    INVEST Members ₹11,250 * ₹12,500 *
    Non-Members ₹12,150 * ₹13,500 *
    Faculty ₹7,200 * ₹8,000 *
    Students ₹5,400 * ₹6,000 *
    Early bird discount applicable till 30th August 2026 Standard registration allowed until 15th November (with prior permission) Valid ID required for Faculty/Student category
    International Delegates
    All fees in USD (US Dollars)
    Delegate CategoryEarly Bird
    ≤ 30 Aug 2026
    Standard
    up to 15 Nov 2026*
    SAVE / Value Engineering Society Member $450 * $500
    Without VE Society Membership $540 $600
    Faculty $315 * $350 *
    Students $225 * $250 *
    Membership verification required for affiliated discount Standard registration deadline: 15 Nov 2026 (exception with permission) Faculty rate applies to full-time academic staff