2nd Edition of India’s First User Research Conference is here, happening on 6–7 February 2026.
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What began as a spark has grown into a movement bringing together curious minds who believe in the power of research to drive meaningful change. In 2026, we come together to RISE — to embrace change, push boundaries, and amplify the impact of user research across industries.
This is our moment to learn, lead, and RISE together.
Speakers
IGNITE 2026 brings together a diverse lineup of voices shaping the practice of user research in India. From seasoned leaders and practitioners to emerging voices in industry and academia, our speakers represent the perspectives driving research forward today.
Arvind Lodaya
Strategy & Systems Innovation Expert
Anjali Kelkar
Founder & Director, Studio for Design Research
Ripul Kumar
Sr. Director, UX Design, Oracle
Shipra Bhutada
Founder, Curator at IGNITE & Founder, Director User Research at UCC
Shrikant Deo
Director - Experience Design, Oracle
Dr Taapsi Ramchandani
Co-founder & CEO, Poocho
Rajib Ghosh
Strategic Design & Innovation Consultant
Aunindra Kumar Sinha
UX Design Manager, Indeed
Rahul Mullick
UX Researcher, Google
Diksha Gautam
UX Researcher, Angel One
Dr. Vinita Choudari
Managing Director, Panoramix Market Research
Manan Pahwa
User Researcher, Tata Digital
Charvi Dhiraj Arya
UX Designer, Indeed
Sparsh Verma
UX Researcher, Gameberry Labs
Isha Hannah Joseph
UX Researcher, Gameberry Labs
Dr Mayank Loonker
Senior User Researcher, UCC
Adesh Bhansali
Head of Design & Research at Loco & Founder at Duckture
Mayank Raj
Co-Founder, Centre For Social Design, India
Usri Nirjhar Ganguly
Senior UX Researcher, ex-Paypal
Anushi Singh Thakur
Core UX Researcher, Hindustan Times, Digital Streams
Parag Amodkar
Eye tracking Expert and Proprietor, Tiden Technologies
Nabila Ahmed
User Researcher, UCC
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Power Plus Pass
₹10,500
(exclusive of taxes)
Your pass includes access to the main-stage sessions, panel discussions, and networking breaks throughout the day — as well as the social networking dinner in the evening.
*For social evening, entry is restricted to attendees aged 21 and above.
• Enjoy 15% Early Bird savings from Dec 1–15 with code IGNITE15.
• For group discounts, reach out to us at [email protected]
Power Pass
₹9,000
(exclusive of taxes)
Your pass includes access to all main-stage sessions, panel discussions, and networking breaks throughout the day.
• Enjoy 15% Early Bird savings from Dec 1–15 with code IGNITE15.
• For group discounts, reach out to us at [email protected]
Student Pass
₹5,000
(exclusive of taxes)
Your pass includes access to all main-stage sessions, panel discussions, and networking breaks throughout the day.
*Students must carry a valid student ID for verification.
Social Evening Pass
₹3,000
(exclusive of taxes)
Your pass includes access to the IGNITE Social Evening at Red Rhino from 7:00 PM onwards, with conversations over food, cocktails, and networking with speakers and peers.
*For social evening, entry is restricted to attendees aged 21 and above.
Workshop Pass
₹3,500
(exclusive of taxes)
Choose from immersive workshops, curated and led by industry experts.
- From Abstract Data to Tangible Insights using LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®
- The Behavioural UX Toolkit – Quantifying the Unspoken With Neuroscience
- Ask Right and Listen Deep
- Making User Empathy Everyone’s Job: From Research Silos to Research Culture
- If No One Reads It, Did You Really Research? Amplify Research in your Organization
- Visualizing Conversations: Researchers can have fun too!
- Signals to Foresights to Actions – Co-creating the future of research
Note: Each pass provides access to one workshop only.Choose from immersive workshops, curated and led by industry experts.
Conference Schedule
IGNITE – returns stronger this year, bringing the community together once again for two days of thought-provoking talks, interactive sessions, and meaningful exchanges. Whether you’re here to learn, share, or connect, the energy and inspiration will keep flowing long after the sessions end.
Registration
Registration
Welcome Note
Welcome note
Shipra Bhutada
Founder, Curator at IGNITE & Founder, Director User Research at UCC
Key Talks
Design Research to enable Citizen-Centric Governance Services & Systems
Arvind Lodaya
Strategy & Systems Innovation Expert
Key Talks
Accelerating Insights: How AI is Transforming the User Research Workflow
Shrikant Deo
Director - Experience Design, Oracle
Lightning Talks
UX/UI Efficacy Studies with Eye-Tracking
Vinita Choudari
Managing Director, Panoramix Market Research
Tea Break
Key Talks
A pinch of narrative and spoonfuls of gameplay - measuring narrative immersion in Free to Play games
Sparsh Verma
UX Researcher, Gameberry Labs
Isha Joseph
UX Researcher, Gameberry Labs
Key Talks
The Qual-Quant Paradox: Hype, Truth, and the Questions that Change Everything
Usri Nirjhar Ganguly
Senior UX Researcher, ex-Paypal
Lightning Talks
Designing with Empathy: Turning Urban Research into Action
This talk explores how empathy and user research can make urban planning more equitable and effective.
Mayank Raj
Co-Founder, Centre For Social Design, India
Lunch Break
Energizer Session
Key Talks
The Next Experience: Evolving Research Beyond the 'User'
Explores how AI, data, and emerging disciplines are reshaping user research — challenging the very definition of “UXR” and its evolving identity.
Rahul Mullick
UX Researcher, Google
Ignite Talk
The Research Rebellion
Anushi Singh Thakur
Core UX Researcher, Hindustan Times, Digital Streams
Lightning Talk
Research at the Edges
Manan Pahwa
User Researcher, Tata Digital
Oops & Aha!
Hear (and share) real, unforgettable field stories, live!
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Tea Break
Panel Discussion
RISE with Emerging Tech: Research in the Age of AI and Automation
Our panel for this session is being thoughtfully curated. Stay tuned — we’ll reveal the panelists shortly.
Closing Jam: RISE Together
Social evening at Red Rhino - Craft Brewery and Inspired Kitchen
Workshop
From Abstract Data to Tangible Insights using LEGO®️ SERIOUS PLAY®️
Adesh Bhansali
Head of Design & Research at Loco, Founder at Duckture
Workshop
The Behavioral UX Toolkit: Quantifying the Unspoken With Neuroscience
Parag Amodkar
Eye tracking Expert and Proprietor, Tiden Technologies
Workshop
Signals to Foresights to Actions – Co-creating the future of research
Rajib Ghosh
Strategic Design & Innovation Consultant
Workshop
Making User Empathy Everyone’s Job: From Research Silos to Research Culture
Aunindra Kumar Sinha
UX Design Manager, Indeed
Charvi Dheeraj Arya
UX Designer, Indeed
Workshop
If No One Reads It, Did You Really Research? Amplify Research in your Organization
Diksha Gautam
User Experience Researcher, Angel One
Workshop
Ask Right and Listen Deep
Shipra Bhutada
Founder, Curator at IGNITE & Founder, Director User Research at UCC
Dr Mayank Loonker
Senior User Researcher, UCC
Nabila Ahmed
User Researcher, UCC
Workshop
Visualizing Conversations: Researchers can have fun too!
Anjali Kelkar
Founder & Director, Studio for Design Research
Workshop
TBD
Workshop
TBD
Partner with Us to Shape the Future of User Research
IGNITE thrives on the commitment of our partners and sponsors who believe in the power of user research to transform businesses. Partnering with us places your brand at the forefront of a growing discipline, offering unparalleled visibility among decision-makers, practitioners, and the next generation of industry leaders.
If you’re interested in joining us as a partner, we’d love to connect! To explore sponsorship opportunities, reach out on [email protected] or WhatsApp at +919502574834
Venue
The Social Evening on 6th February will be hosted at Red Rhino – Craft Brewery and Inspired Kitchen, providing a warm, relaxed setting for conversations over food and cocktails.
About
At UCC, we hold a steadfast belief that transformative change stems from continuous learning, innovative thinking, and meaningful connections. This philosophy shapes everything we do, from our research approach to the partnerships we foster.
Recognizing a significant gap in India’s user research ecosystem—a platform to connect, learn, and exchange industry knowledge, insights, and best practices—we decided to take action.
This led to the conception of IGNITE, India’s first User Research Conference.
IGNITE by UCC is more than an event; it’s a movement designed to propel the practice of user research forward while fostering genuine connections.
By bringing together thought leaders, innovators, expert practitioners, business leaders and curious minds, IGNITE aims to cultivate a vibrant space where learning, networking, and growth converge.