Visa Requirement for Foreign Participants

Participants from all countries (except Nepal and Bhutan) may require an Indian visa to travel to Mumbai. The visa process, including biometric data collection, may take considerable time (in some cases up to a month). Please check with the relevant Indian Embassy about the application procedure at the earliest.

We recommend applying for a Conference Visa for this event. Kindly confirm the appropriate visa category with your nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate.

Airport & Flight Information

The nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai (Airport Code: BOM). It is advisable to fly directly to Mumbai, if possible. The distance from the airport to the conference venue is approximately 20 km.

Pre-paid taxis are available at the airport and typically cost around Rs. 500.

The other airport in Mumbai metropolitan area is Navi Mumbai International Airport (Airport Code: NMI). This airport also connects to major cities in India such as Delhi and Bengaluru.

Local Travel Information

Scan the QR code or click on it for Google Maps directions to HBCSE.

Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) is located in the North-East of Mumbai near Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus. This terminus is a well-known landmark for most taxi and auto drivers. The Centre is immediately adjacent to the terminus on the eastern side.

The following guidelines will help you reach the Centre either by road or by suburban (local) train from major entry points into the city.

From Airports (Terminal 1 & Terminal 2):

You may take a pre-paid taxi to Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus, which is right next to HBCSE. The approximate distance is 20 km and the fare is about Rs. 500 (Non-AC taxi) or 600 (AC taxi).

If you prefer an App based rides (Ola/Uber), there are clearly marked pick-up points at both the terminals, but waiting time may be slightly longer. It is generally advisable to take a pre-paid taxi or Ola/Uber from the airport.

From Major Railway Stations:

The nearest inter-city railway stations (in order of proximity) are: Kurla Terminus, Dadar Terminus, Bombay Central, and CSMT (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus), with CSMT being the farthest.

From CSMT/VT:

Buy a ticket to Mankhurd and board trains marked M (Mankhurd), VA (Vashi), BR (Belapur), or PL (Panvel). The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.

After reaching Mankhurd, exit from the east side and take an auto-rickshaw to Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus. Shortly after the first right turn, HBCSE will be on your left.

From Dadar:

You may take a direct taxi to Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus or BARC Gate (approx. Rs. 300). It is not advisable to take suburban trains after 3 PM on working days due to crowding.

Alternatively, take a train to Kurla, switch to the harbour line (Platform 7), and travel to Mankhurd. From there, take an auto-rickshaw to the terminus.

From Kurla:

Take an auto-rickshaw to Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus (approx. Rs. 150).

Alternatively, board a harbour line train (from Tilak Nagar suburban train station) to Mankhurd and then take an auto-rickshaw from the east side exit.

From Bombay Central:

You may take a taxi directly to Anushakti Nagar Bus Terminus (approx. Rs. 400).

If you face any difficulty reaching HBCSE, please contact: 25072300 / 25072304 / 25072305

Electric Supply

The voltage in India is 220-240 volts, (50 Hertz). This is the same as, or similar to, most countries in the world including Australia, Europe and the UK. However, the plug socket used is Type D (See image below). European Type C plugs can be inserted seemlessly (without earthing).

Common plug types:

The type D has three large round pins in a triangular pattern. It is rated at 5 amps. Type M, which has larger pins and is rated at 15 amps, is used alongside type D for larger appliances. Some sockets can take both type M and type D plugs. We recommend getting a universal adapter and converter kit.