One-Week National Workshop On Computable General Equilibrium Modelling: Theory, Applications and Hands-on Training

ICSSR-NERC, Shillong
in Collaboration with
Department of Economics,
North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong

Date: 03–07th August 2026 (offline Mode)
Venue: Conference Hall, ICSSR-NERC, Shillong

Rationale

Economic policies determine the trajectory and nature of national development. They shape how economies respond to crises, create jobs, reduce inequalities and provide sustained growth in the long run. In a context of structural change, external shocks and competing developmental priorities, policymakers are increasingly asked to take decisions in an environment of global interconnectedness and uncertainty. Such decisions are valid both in terms of political intentions and in terms of the existence of reliable analytical frameworks that are capable of charting the economy-wide consequences. Thus, Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modeling has emerged as a key tool for policy analysis. Unlike partial approaches that focus on individual sectors or markets, CGE models depict the interrelations between households, firms, governments and external sectors in an economy.

North-Eastern India has few opportunities for advanced quantitative policy analysis capacity building, making CGE modelling training essential. Despite the growing relevance of evidence-based policymaking, the region lacks specialized training, technical knowledge, and institutional experience in economy-wide modeling and policy simulation. Thus, many researchers, faculty, and policymakers in the region lack analytical methods used nationwide for development planning and policy evaluation.

In this framework, North-Eastern training and capacity building are important. Such programmes can train scholars and practitioners to conduct robust regional policy analysis. They can also boost the region’s research ecology by encouraging universities and research organizations to employ modern quantitative approaches. Given the North-East’s lack of applied economic policy analysis possibilities, the training would help close the knowledge and ability gap.

Resource Persons 

Capacity: 30-35 Seats

Eligibility: Registered Ph.D. Scholars in Economics and Allied Subjects from the universities and higher educational institutions. Preference will be given to the registered Ph.D. Scholars pursuing their research in the Universities/ Research Institutes of the North-Eastern Region.

Last Date of Application: 5:00 PM, 14th July 2026

Interested candidates can apply in the link given below by filling up the application form on or before 14thJuly 2026. The application form is available in the google link. Selected candidates will be intimated of their selection by email on or before 16th of July, 2026.

Registration CLICK HERE

There is no registration fee.

Accommodation & Travel Allowance:
Accommodation(free of charge) will be provided to the outstation participants on twin sharing basis in ICSSR-NERC Guest House, Shillong. Travelling (Tarin AC III tier/ Bus) and fooding will be borne by ICSSR-NERC.

Course Director
Prof. Bhagirathi Panda
Honorary Director, ICSSR-NERC, Shillong

Course Coordinator Dr. Mohd Murtaza Assistant Professor Department of Economics NEHU Shillong. Phone: 97590-70667 Email:murtaza@nehu.ac.in

Co-Coordinator Dr. Rajib Sutradhar Assistant Professor Department of Economics NEHU Shillong. Phone: 98736-47887 Email: rajibsutradhar@nehu.ac.in