Welcome to iCAUST 2026

It is our pleasure to invite you to participate in the “12th International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine (iCAUST) 2026 and AYU PRASADHANI – 1st International Conference and Exhibition organized by the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine (FIM), University of Colombo in collaboration with Western Provincial Department of Ayurveda under the guidance of the University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka on 6th to 7th November 2026 in  a hybrid mode. The theme of this international conference is “Sustainability and Innovation in Traditional Medicine for Holistic Approach.” This theme underscores promoting eco-friendly practices, biodiversity conservation and sustainable innovation in traditional healing systems.

The aim of the conference is to provide a platform for eminent researchers, academicians, physicians, traditional and medical practitioners, manufacturers and exporters of Ayurveda and herbal products, members of the corporate sector, agriculture sector and stake holders from all over the world. This conference highlights current advances in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and traditional medicine, providing actionable, evidence-informed guidance for clinical integration, disease prevention, condition-specific management, and effective appraisal of emerging research.

Sub themes are enlisted in this conference and are comprised with plenary lectures by invited speakers and oral/poster/ video presentations, demonstrations. Authors are invited to submit abstracts or articles on following session themes:

Conference Theme

Sustainability and Innovation in Traditional Medicine for Holistic Approach.” 

Sub Themes

  • Conservation of Medicinal Plants
  • Integration of Traditional Knowledge with Modern Science
  • Ethical Sourcing and Fair Trade Practices
  • Innovation in Herbal Drug Development
  • Climate Change and Its Impact on Traditional Medicine
  • Digitalization of Traditional Knowledge
  • Sustainable Cultivation and Agroecology
  • Policy, Regulation, and Global Standards
  • Community Health and Local Healthcare Systems
  • Education and Knowledge Transfer

This event promises to offer a healthy forum for dialogue, learning, and networking among stakeholders, while also emphasizing the relevance of Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine in achieving a healthier global community. We warmly invite your participation to make this occasion a success and contribute to shaping the future of integrative health solutions through Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine and also Pre and Post conferences also incorporated in this iCAUST-2026.

We look forward your presence and insights at this impressive event.

Important Dates and Venue

Submission of Abstracts

30th June 2026(Deadline)

Notification of Acceptance

4th September 2026

Early bird Registration

11th September 2026

Conference Dates

Inauguration 06.11.2026


Scientific Sessions 07.11.2026

Fee Structure

Venue for the Inauguration: Main Auditorium – Faculty of Indigenous Medicine