GROW 2.0 | Gandhi Research Orientation Workshop

Key Schedule

Critical Deadlines

Please adhere strictly to the conference submission calendar. Late submissions will not be entertained by the scientific scrutiny panel.

Pre-Conference

17 January 2027

Orientation Session

Live methodology & abstract drafting orientation at Gandhi Medical College auditorium & online.

Deadline

15 January 2027

Abstract Submission Close

Last date to submit original oral research and poster abstracts through the official web portal.

Notification

25 January 2027

Review Committee Decision

Authors notified of acceptance status (Oral vs Poster presentation) via email.

Summit

26-28 Feb 2027

Conference Presentations

Live podium defenses, poster exhibits, jury rounds, and grand cash prize distributions.

Awards & Honorariums

Award Categories

Over ₹1,00,000 in cash prizes awarded across Undergraduate and Postgraduate categories, plus recognition for all accepted abstracts!

Undergraduate Presentation

1st: ₹12,000 • 2nd: ₹8,000 • 3rd: ₹4,000

Eligibility: Bonafide MBBS / Undergraduate medical students.
Format: Oral podium presentation using PowerPoint (.pptx).
Timing: 6 minutes presentation + 2 minutes defense with jury panel.
Certification: Official citation of merit and monetary honorarium.

Submit UG Abstract

Postgraduate Presentation

1st: ₹20,000 • 2nd: ₹12,000 • 3rd: ₹8,000

Eligibility: MD, MS, DNB postgraduate trainees, senior residents, and fellows.
Format: Comprehensive original research or institutional prospective study.
Timing: 8 minutes presentation + 3 minutes discussion with examiners.
Certification: Prestigious Gandhi Medical College PG Merit Honorarium.

Submit PG Abstract

Undergraduate Poster

1st: ₹6,000 • 2nd: ₹4,000 • 3rd: ₹2,000

Eligibility: Undergraduate MBBS medical students.
Display: E-Poster display on digital high-res displays or printed banner.
Dimensions: 16:9 vertical format (1080x1920 px) or 3x4 ft poster.
Defense: 3 minutes walkthrough during scheduled poster jury walk.

Submit UG Poster

Postgraduate Poster

1st: ₹10,000 • 2nd: ₹6,000 • 3rd: ₹4,000

Eligibility: MD, MS, DNB postgraduate trainees and residents.
Content: Rare case series, surgical innovations, or therapeutic audits.
Dimensions: 16:9 format or physical poster compliant with GMC guidelines.
Defense: 4 minutes jury discussion during poster sessions.

Submit PG Poster

Standardized Format

Abstract Structure Rules

All abstracts must follow the standard structured academic format not exceeding 300 words.

1

Title & Authors

Concise title in title-case. List primary presenter's full name, co-authors (up to 4), institutional affiliation, and contact email.

2

Background & Objectives

Clear statement explaining the clinical problem, research hypothesis, and primary objectives of your study.

3

Methods & Materials

Study design (e.g. cross-sectional, RCT, retrospective), sample size, inclusion/exclusion criteria, ethical clearance, and statistical tests applied.

4

Results & Observations

Summarize findings with specific numeric data, percentages, p-values, or odds ratios. Do not simply state "results will be discussed".

5

Conclusion

Brief clinical interpretation of your results, impact on healthcare, and future directions.

Important Submission Rules

Word limit is 300 words strictly (excluding title & authors).
Presenting author must be a registered delegate of GROW 2.0.
Accepted file formats: .doc, .docx, or .pdf (Max 5MB).
Plagiarism or previously published work is strictly disqualified.

Proceed to Abstract Submission

Abstract Submission Guidelines