3^rd International
Patient Summit
2026

About the Competition

The IPS 3 Poster Competition invites researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and students to present original work aligned with the summit's thematic areas. Selected posters will be displayed during the summit and presenters will have an opportunity to discuss their work with delegates.

Who Can Apply

• Researchers and academics working in health policy or patient advocacy
• Healthcare professionals and clinicians
• Patient organisation representatives
• Students (undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD)
• NGO and civil society representatives

Thematic Areas

• Patients as Partners in Health Systems
• Rare Diseases, Genomics & Precision Medicine
• Sustainable Financing for Equitable Healthcare
• Health Literacy & Patient Empowerment
• Clinical Trials: Innovation, Inclusion & Trust
• Non-Communicable Diseases & Integrated Care

Submission Guidelines

Detailed submission guidelines, abstract format, poster dimensions, and the submission deadline will be announced soon. To register your interest, email patientsummit@pairacademy.org with the subject line Poster Competition IPS 3.

Awards

Best posters will be recognized with certificates of merit. Details on prizes will be announced in due course.

Information We Collect

When you register for IPS 3 or contact us, we collect personal information including your name, email address, organisation, designation, and country of residence. We may also collect dietary preferences and accessibility requirements to facilitate your participation.

How We Use Your Information

• To process your registration and send confirmation details
• To communicate summit updates, agenda changes, and logistical information
• To arrange delegate kits, badges, and accommodation where applicable
• To send post-event materials including the summit report
• To improve future editions of the International Patient Summit

Data Sharing

Your information will not be sold to third parties. It may be shared with co-organizers PAIR Academy and DakshamA Health, and with venue/logistical partners solely for the purpose of event delivery. Sponsors may receive an aggregate delegate profile (not individual data) unless you explicitly opt in to being contacted by sponsors.

Data Retention

Personal data will be retained for up to 3 years after the event for reporting and follow-up purposes, after which it will be securely deleted.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data at any time. To exercise these rights, email patientsummit@pairacademy.org.

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Contact

For any privacy-related queries, contact us at patientsummit@pairacademy.org or write to VANI HOUSE, Dwarka Sec 8, New Delhi – 77.

Registration & Participation

By registering for IPS 3, you agree to abide by the summit's code of conduct, which requires respectful and professional engagement with all participants, speakers, and organizers. The organizers reserve the right to refuse or cancel registration at their discretion.

Photography & Recording

The summit may be photographed and recorded for archival, promotional, and reporting purposes. By attending, you consent to being captured in group photographs or video footage. Individual session recordings will only be shared with prior consent from speakers.

Intellectual Property

Presentations, materials, and content shared at IPS 3 remain the intellectual property of their respective authors. Content from the summit may not be reproduced or published without the written consent of the originating author and the organizers.

Liability

PAIR Academy and DakshamA Health are not liable for any loss, injury, or damage sustained by delegates during the summit or associated events. Delegates are advised to arrange personal travel insurance.

Programme Changes

The organizers reserve the right to modify the programme, speakers, or venue at any time. Registered delegates will be notified of material changes as soon as practicable.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in New Delhi.

Contact

For any queries regarding these terms, contact patientsummit@pairacademy.org.

Registration Cancellation & Refunds

• Cancellation 60+ days before the event: Full refund minus a processing fee of ₹500 / USD 10.
• Cancellation 30–59 days before the event: 50% refund of the registration fee.
• Cancellation within 30 days of the event: No refund. However, delegate registration may be transferred to another individual at no charge.
• No-show: No refund will be issued for non-attendance without prior cancellation notice.

Sponsorship Cancellation

Sponsorship commitments are subject to separate contractual terms. Please refer to your sponsorship agreement or contact us at patientsummit@pairacademy.org for details.

Event Cancellation or Postponement

In the unlikely event that IPS 3 is cancelled due to circumstances beyond the organizers' control (including natural disasters, pandemics, or government restrictions), registered delegates will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer their registration to the rescheduled event.

Delegate Kit & Materials — Shipping Policy

Delegate kits will be distributed in person at the summit venue. For delegates who are unable to attend in person, materials including the summit report and digital resources will be shared electronically. Physical kits will not be shipped internationally.

For domestic delegates who have registered but cannot attend, select materials may be dispatched within India by courier. Shipping costs will be borne by the delegate. Delivery timelines depend on the courier partner and destination.

Refund Processing

Approved refunds will be processed within 14 working days to the original payment method. For queries, email patientsummit@pairacademy.org with your registration reference number.