Hyderabad, India
April 17-19 2026
At a time when discussions are often reduced to surface-level opinions, the Xth
Edition of the ICFAI Conference of Nations (ICON) 2026 brings back a culture of
thoughtful and meaningful debate.
Hosted by
ICFAI Law School, Hyderabad, ICON 2026 is designed to go beyond basic
discussion. It encourages participants to think clearly, present ideas with
structure, and engage in informed decision-making, just like real-world
diplomats and policymakers.
About ICFAI
Conference of Nations: Xth Edition (ICON: Xth Edition)
After 10
Years, ICON exists because too many leadership spaces have lost their
seriousness. Debate has become comfortable. It is with great enthusiasm that
the Xth ICON a premier Model United Nations MUN conference hosted by ICFAI Law
School, Hyderabad, a constituent unit of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher
Education IFHE, Deemed to be University, to be conducted from April 17-19 2026,
is announced.
ICON has,
over the years, evolved into one of India’s most distinguished MUN conferences,
attracting hundreds of students from schools, colleges, and universities
nationwide.
As one of the India’s premier Model UN Conference, it stands at the
intersection of diplomatic engagement, legal discourse, and global policymaking.
ICON provides a rigorous and intellectually stimulating platform for student aspiring
diplomats, policymakers, and changemakers to engage in meaningful discussions,
develop leadership skills, and contribute to the pursuit of global peace,
justice, and sustainability.
About
IFHE:
ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education is declared as a deemed-to-be-university
established under Section 3 of the UGC Act. The University is accredited by the
UGC, NAAC with ‘A++’ Grade. It has evolved a comprehensive student-centric
learning approach consisting of several stages.
About
ICFAI Law School:
ICFAI Law School, a constituent unit of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher
Education, are an exciting prospect for students aspiring to pursue law as
their dream career. We offer integrated five-year programmes, including BA-LLB
and BBA-LLB (Hons.) and specialised tracks in Corporate & Commercial Laws,
Tax Laws, and Ph.D. programme available in both part-time and full-time modes.
What
is a Model United Nations Conference:
Students act
as representatives of different countries in a Model United Nations (MUN)
activity. People talk about real-world global issues like wars, human rights,
and laws that apply to everyone. They:
• Stand for a
country
• Talk about
and argue about its stance
• Find
solutions with other people
In a
structured and competitive setting, it helps students get better at public
speaking, critical thinking, and solving problems.
Who can take part in the Xth Edition of ICON?
Anyone who
wants to learn, talk about, and understand global issues can go to ICON 2026.
It is good for:
• Students in
Grades 9–12
• College
students who are taking any undergraduate courses,
• Students
who are especially interested in law, governance, public policy, or
international relations
Delegates
will have a great time if they are willing to learn and participate, even if
they have never done anything like this before.
Committees at the Xth Edition:
Participants
will be able to choose from the following committees, each of which will focus
on a different global or national issue:
1. UNGA
DISEC:
This
committee puts your attention on disarmament and global security.
2. UNHRC:
This
committee discusses human rights issues around the world
3. The Ad
Hoc Crisis Committee:
Quick-moving
committee that solves problems in real time
4.
UNCCPCJ:
Focus on
crime, police work, and the justice system
5. Lok
Sabha: A mock-up of
the Indian Parliament
6. International
Press Corps:
Covers roles
in reporting, journalism, and the media during the conference
Event
Details
Dates:
April 17 to April 19, 2026
Venue:
IFHE Campus, Dontanapally, Shankarapalli Road, Hyderabad – 501203
Mode:
Offline (In-Person Conference)
Paid
accommodation available for registered participants from April 17 (7:00 AM) to
April 19 (3:00 PM)
On-spot
registrations permitted subject to seat availability; accommodation will not be
provided for on-spot registrations.
What
Participants Gain at ICON
·
Awards
like Best Delegate
and High Commendation are given based on how well someone analyzes, negotiates,
and makes their case.
·
Three
days of high-intensity,
sustained engagement with some of the most driven participants from all over
the country
·
Access
to an outstanding, all-India Executive Board made up of top MUN practitioners, public policy experts,
and legal professionals who will make sure that evaluations are thorough and
mentorship is useful
·
Improving
core skills like
strategic negotiation, structured thinking, persuasive communication, and
making decisions quickly when under pressure
·
Transferable
intellectual and professional skills that
can be used in law, public policy, leadership, and competitive academic
settings
·
•
Long-lasting academic and career value that comes from working on difficult, real-world problems
in a disciplined way
Register
by clicking here.
(https://forms.gle/BBj5KkMfQdZSwLKg9)
Registration
Details:
|
Registration
Phase |
Individual
Incl. Accommodation |
Individual
Excl. Accommodation |
Group
Delegation |
|
Early Bird |
3000 |
2400 |
2200 + 600
(Accommodation) |
|
Round 1 |
3200 |
2600 |
2400 + 600
(Accommodation) |
|
Round 2 |
3400 |
2800 |
2600 + 600 |
Allocations
are limited and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact Information:
Dr. Pujari
Ravisekhararaju
Director, ICFAI Law
School, IFHE Hyderabad
Prof. Dr. Y. Pratap Reddy
Dean, ICFAI Law School, IFHE Hyderabad
Dr. A. Arun Kumar
Assistant Dean, Student Activities Coordinator,
ICFAI Law Schoool, IFHE Hyderabad
Faculty
Coordinator
Ms. Sridevi D. Shet
Phone: +91 88862 27411
Email: dsridevi@ifheindia.org
Secretary-General/Student
Co-ordinator:
Mohammed Faraazuddin
Phone: +91 77021 72218
Email: iconsecretarygeneral2026@gmail.com
Deputy Secretary General/ Student Deputy Co-ordinator
Ms. Khushbu Sharma
Phone: +91 63015 43826
Email: ifhe.icon@gmail.com
Last Word
ICON
2026 is not meant for people who don't want to take part. It is made for people
who are willing to seriously consider ideas, defend their positions when they
are questioned, and think outside the box.
In a place where debate is often just a show, ICON brings back its purpose as a discipline. A place where clarity is more important than volume and substance is more important than show.
For
three days, participants are put in situations that require them to be precise,
flexible, and honest in their thinking. Not only do people become better
speakers, but they also become better thinkers.
ICON 2026 is the place for you if you want a platform that pushes you, makes you better, and puts you with other people who are just as driven as you are.
Click
here to sign up.
(https://forms.gle/BBj5KkMfQdZSwLKg9)
