finance conclave 2026

Green finance. Smart future.

The world of capital frontiers opens

why finance conclave

Built for finance leadership.

RCM Finance Conclave 2026 is conceived as a platform to strengthen the Academia–Industry Connect and bring financial-services professionals, corporates, academicians and students together.

Across AI, FinTech, sustainable finance, ESG, digital banking and wealth management, the conclave connects classroom learning with real-world industry expectations.

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Igniting ideas

Ignited powerful ideas through keynote perspectives, leadership insights, and meaningful dialogue.
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Churning ideas

Ignited meaningful conversations through research, competitions, expert sessions, and industry interaction.

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Knowledge + career

Gain expert exposure, recognition, networking and practical learning opportunities.

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Future-ready finance

Explore how AI, ESG, FinTech and sustainability are reshaping wealth creation.

The central question

Solutions for a smarter financial future.

Green Finance, Smart Future: Redefining Wealth in the Age of AI and Sustainability.

AI-Driven Finance

Best visual connection to AI, intelligence, data, and smart decision-making.

AI-Driven Finance

Best visual connection to AI, intelligence, data, and smart decision-making.

Three moments. One ecosystem.

A finance-first event journey.

Finance Conclave moves from a leadership opening to competitive innovation and finally into a full conclave experience combining research, panels and industry interaction.

22nd
Aug 2026
Three moments. One ecosystem.

Igniting ideas

Keynote Address + Leadership Panel Discussion.

11th
Aug 2026
FINANCIAL MODELLING WORLDCUP

Eastern India’s first Financial Modeling World Cup.

  • Open to UG & PG students​
  • Teams of 2-3 members​
  • Special FMBV scholarship/discount benefits for winners​
  • Opportunity to demonstrate skills before industry professionals​
12th
Aug 2026
Three moments. One ecosystem.

Igniting ideas

  • Open to UG & PG students​
  • Individual or Teams of 2 members​
  • Focus Areas on AI in Finance, FinTech, ESG Investing, Digital
    Banking, Wealth Management, Algo in Finance, Capital
    Markets • Cybersecurity​
  • Opportunity to demonstrate skills before industry professionals​
Compete. Create. Get recognised.

AI-first opportunities for finance minds.

Two flagship student competitions bring modelling, valuation, FinTech, ESG and emerging finance ideas into the spotlight.

21 August 2026
1st in Eastern India

Financial Modelling WorldCup

Positioned as Eastern India’s first Financial Modeling World Cup, the competition challenges UG and PG students to demonstrate financial modelling, analytical thinking, valuation and corporate decision-making skills before industry experts.

UG + PG
Teams of 3
Live presentation + Q&A

₹32,000 Cash prizes — ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000

  • 100% scholarship for the winning team
  • 50% & 40% discounts for 2nd & 3rd teams
  • 20% discount for Top 10 teams
  • Industry expert exposure
  • Recognition & competitive experience
21 August 2026
1st in Eastern India

Financial Technology Innovation

Showcase innovative ideas, research and practical solutions at RCM Finance Conclave 2026 under the theme “Green Finance, Smart Future: Redefining Wealth in the Age of AI and Sustainability.”

UG + PG
Individual / teams of 2
Expert judging panel

₹22,000 Cash prizes — ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000

  • AI in Finance
  • FinTech & Digital Payments
  • Wealth Management
  • ESG Investing
  • Blockchain & Digital Banking
  • Financial Inclusion, Mutual Funds & Cybersecurity
  • Green Bonds & Generative AI

₹55,000+

Total prize pool

Scholarships

Competition-linked benefits

Career

Opportunities & exposure

Certificates

For all participants

Our eminent speakers and panelists

Real experts. Real finance.

Meet the professionals bringing banking, financial services, wealth management and global finance perspectives to the conclave.

Mr. Akshaya Chand

Area Head, Odisha Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd.

Ms. Sujatha R.

Senior Vice President Standard Chartered Bank

Surjya Narayan Mohapatro

Global Head (Business Management – Offshore Finance), MUFG

Jyotirmay Pradhan

Associate Vice President Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

Mr. Debasis Basantia

Senior Vice President SMIFS Limited

Mr. Debasis Nayak

State Head Nuvama Wealth Management

Mrs. Rupambara

Ex-Director, Reserve Bank of India
Beyond participation

Your finance success starts here.

Green Finance, Smart Future: Redefining Wealth in the Age of AI and Sustainability.

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Industry expert exposure

Demonstrate skills and ideas before professionals and an expert judging panel.

02

Recognition

Build visibility through competitive experience, certificates and recognition.

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Scholarship benefits

Competition-linked scholarship and discount opportunities for eligible winners and teams.

04

Career opportunities

Connect classroom learning with industry expectations, networking and career development.

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Research & innovation

Present practical solutions around AI, FinTech, ESG, digital banking and sustainable finance.

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Academia–industry connect

Meet financial-services professionals, corporates, academicians and fellow students.

Academia–Industry Connect

Where classroom learning meets real-world expectations.

RCM has fostered a vibrant ecosystem connecting students, academicians, industry leaders and alumni, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, professional development and practical learning.

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Career Development

Opportunities for career development.

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Internships

Opportunities connected with professional development.

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Recruitment

Engagement with industry and recruitment opportunities.

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Networking

Connect with professionals, corporates and academicians.

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Professional Development

Knowledge exchange and practical learning.

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Long-Term Collaboration

Strengthen academia–industry collaboration.

Organising committee

The people behind Conclave

Chief Patron

Prof. (Dr.) Prabir Pal

Founder & Chairman

Patron

Dr. Pritam Pal

Director, RCM

Co-Patron

Dr. Manas Ranjan Debata

Principal, RCM

Academia–Industry Connect

Questions? Connect with RCM.

For event-related information, contact the organising team.

Debasmit

+91-7846815285

Monalisha

+91-9777612423

Prof. Soumyalin Santy

+91-8763723367

Website

www.rcm.ac.in

About Regional College of Management

A legacy of industry-ready learning.

Regional College of Management (RCM), Bhubaneswar, has a rich legacy in management education and a sustained focus on nurturing capable, industry-ready professionals through quality education and meaningful corporate engagement.

Over the years, RCM has fostered a vibrant ecosystem connecting students, academicians, industry leaders and alumni, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, professional development and practical learning.

Academia–Industry Connect

Step into the future of finance.

Igniting ideas. Shaping perspectives. Churning ideas. Creating sustainable wealth.

Contact Info

Address:

Plot No. GD 2/12 & 13 Chakadola Vihar, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar-751023

City Office:

Directors Chamber’s, #203, Plot No. B15, 2nd Floor, Swash lane, Sahidnagar, Bhubaneswar - 751007, Odisha

Mobile:

+91 90900 80801

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Regional College of Management (RCM), Bhubaneswar, the first management college in Odisha, was established in 1982. The college has been approved under section 2(f) and 12 (b) of the UGC Act. The institute has been conferred the status by UGC in the year 2009. It is the first management institute in Eastern India conferred by the University Grants Commission. The institute since its inception, developed immensely in all areas of management education.