India is preparing to host its biggest semiconductor showcase yet. SEMICON India 2026 will run from September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi, the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), in New Delhi. The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI are jointly organising this fifth edition of the event.
This year’s gathering carries extra weight. It comes at a moment when semiconductor projects approved under the first phase of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM 1.0) are moving closer to commercial production. As a result, SEMICON India 2026 will not just showcase future plans, but also highlight real progress already underway.
Quick Facts: SEMICON India 2026
- Dates: September 17-19, 2026
- Venue: Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi
- Organised by: India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI
- Nodal ministry: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
- Theme: “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem”
- Expected exhibitors: 500+ companies from over 20 countries
- Expected inaugurator: PM Narendra Modi, on September 17
- Edition number: 5th edition of SEMICON India
- Previous edition (2025) attendance: Over 350 exhibitors, participants from 48 countries
- Start-Up Pavilion: 40+ start-ups expected to showcase innovations
What Is SEMICON India 2026?
SEMICON India 2026 is the country’s flagship semiconductor industry event, bringing global and domestic leaders together under one roof. The event covers the full semiconductor value chain, spanning chip design, manufacturing, packaging, and electronics systems.
Organisers built this year’s edition around the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem.” This theme captures the event’s core purpose well. Rather than focusing on isolated announcements, SEMICON India 2026 aims to connect every part of India’s semiconductor ecosystem, from raw materials to finished electronic systems, into one coordinated growth story.
Who Will Attend the Event?
SEMICON India 2026 is expected to draw a genuinely global crowd. According to organisers, more than 500 exhibiting companies from over 20 countries will take part, marking a significant expansion compared to previous editions.
The guest list extends well beyond exhibitors. Industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, academics, and start-up founders are all expected to attend, alongside semiconductor manufacturers, equipment suppliers, material providers, chip designers, and packaging and testing companies. Given this mix, the event essentially functions as a meeting point for every major stakeholder group in the global semiconductor industry.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the event on September 17, continuing his direct involvement in previous SEMICON India editions. The event operates under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), reflecting its status as a central pillar of India’s technology policy.
Key Highlights and Special Features
Beyond the main conference sessions, SEMICON India 2026 will include several dedicated initiatives designed to widen its impact. Here are the standout features:
- Comprehensive exhibition: Companies across the semiconductor value chain will showcase their latest technologies and solutions.
- Country pavilions: Nations participating in the event will set up dedicated pavilions, similar to previous editions.
- Workforce Development programmes: These sessions will focus specifically on building India’s semiconductor manufacturing talent pool.
- Start-Up Pavilion: More than 40 innovative start-ups will present cutting-edge technologies, including AI-powered solutions and chip design capabilities.
- Hackathons: The event will host hackathons aimed at encouraging innovation among younger participants and emerging talent.
- CEO and CXO roundtables: Senior industry leaders will take part in closed-door discussions on strategy, investment, and collaboration.
SEMICON India 2026: Key Numbers at a Glance
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Event dates | September 17-19, 2026 |
| Expected exhibitors | 500+ companies |
| Countries represented | 20+ |
| Start-up participants | 40+ |
| 2025 edition exhibitors | 350+ |
| 2025 edition participating countries | 48 |
| India’s share of global semiconductor design workforce | ~20% |
Why This Edition Matters for India’s Chip Ambitions
SEMICON India 2026 arrives at a genuinely pivotal moment for the country’s semiconductor journey. Speaking at a curtain-raiser event, S Krishnan, Secretary at MeitY, confirmed that two to three approved semiconductor plants are expected to begin commercial production by the end of 2026. Meanwhile, the remaining approved projects are likely to come online through 2027 and 2028.
This progress builds directly on the first phase of the India Semiconductor Mission, known as ISM 1.0. According to Krishnan, the government has already approved a second phase, ISM 2.0, and its official notification is expected shortly. Notably, this next phase will focus on six broad areas: chip design, semiconductor equipment and materials, fabs, advanced packaging, research and development, and talent development.
Krishnan also highlighted an important strength India already holds. The country currently accounts for nearly 20 percent of the global semiconductor design workforce. However, he acknowledged that India still needs to build up its manufacturing talent to match this design strength, a gap that ISM 2.0 aims to help close.
How SEMICON India Has Grown Over the Years
SEMICON India has expanded significantly since its earlier editions. The 2025 edition, held from September 2-4 at the same Yashobhoomi venue, brought together over 350 exhibitors and participants from 48 countries. That edition also featured country pavilions, workforce development zones, and CEO and CXO roundtables, setting the template that this year’s event continues to build on.
By comparison, the 2026 edition marks a clear step up in scale, with more than 500 exhibiting companies expected from over 20 countries. This steady growth reflects India’s rising profile within the global semiconductor industry, as more companies and governments look to diversify their chip supply chains beyond traditional manufacturing hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Event Details and Attendance
The event will be held from September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi.
The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI are jointly organising the event, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
This year’s theme is “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem,” reflecting the event’s focus on connecting India’s entire semiconductor value chain.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the event on September 17, 2026.
Organisers expect more than 500 exhibiting companies from over 20 countries to take part in this year’s edition.
Purpose and Broader Significance
This edition arrives as semiconductor projects approved under ISM 1.0 move closer to commercial production, with two to three facilities expected to go live by the end of 2026.
ISM 2.0 is the next phase of the India Semiconductor Mission, already approved by the government, with official notification expected shortly. It will focus on chip design, equipment and materials, fabs, advanced packaging, research and development, and talent development.
It is a dedicated space where more than 40 start-ups will showcase innovations in semiconductor technology, AI-powered solutions, and chip design.
The 2025 edition featured over 350 exhibitors from 48 countries. The 2026 edition is expected to expand further, with more than 500 exhibiting companies from over 20 countries.
India currently accounts for nearly 20 percent of the global semiconductor design workforce, but it still needs to build stronger manufacturing talent. SEMICON India 2026’s Workforce Development programmes aim to help close this gap.
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