SEMICON India 2026: Theme, Date, Venue, Exhibition and Significance

SEMICON India 2026 is set to gather the global semiconductor ecosystem in New Delhi from September 17 to 19, 2026. The fifth edition of the event aims to enhance India’s semiconductor strengths, make new investments, forge global collaborations and create an entire value chain that involves chip design, manufacturing, packaging and systems along with skilled manpower.

What Is SEMICON India 2026?

SEMICON India 2026 is a leading conference and exhibition for semiconductor and electronics industry co-hosted by India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and SEMI.

The event will host semiconductor firms, policymakers, investors, researchers, startups, academia and workforce development organizations. Discussions on manufacturing, technology, supply chains, innovation, investment and skills will take place through the event.

SEMICON India 2026: Date and Venue

SEMICON India 2026 is set to be held from September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention and Expo Centre) in Dwarka, New Delhi.

The fifth edition of the event is expected to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17. The CEO roundtable with global semiconductor leaders is scheduled on September 16.

Theme of SEMICON India 2026

The theme of SEMICON India 2026 is, “From Silicon to Systems: Developing the Ecosystem”

The theme represents India’s effort towards the development of an ecosystem for the semiconductor industry, involving design, manufacturing, packaging, equipment, materials, R&D, logistics, electronic systems, and manpower.

There will be a “Sand to Silicon to Systems” value chain experience that represents the various stages of the semiconductor ecosystem.

Major Attractions at SEMICON India 2026

This edition of the exhibition represents a significant expansion of the event, with over 500 exhibiting companies from over 20 countries.

Some of the major attractions at the event are,

Exhibition of about 40 startups at the Startup Pavilion
Exhibition of Workforce Development in 3,000 square feet pavilion
International country pavilions
10 State Government Pavilions
Student Hackathon
Various technology & innovation demonstrations
Workforce development and skilling initiatives
Seminar on women leadership in semiconductors
Industry-government dialogues on Indian ESDM ecosystem

The exhibition will cover manufacturing, AI and digital transformation, supply chains, chemicals and materials, policy, sustainability, product design, startups, talent, and strategic leadership.

Importance of SEMICON India 2026

SEMICON India 2026 will be organized at a very critical juncture in the semiconductor journey of India. The country is shifting from the formulation of policies and approvals of projects to commercial manufacturing and development of the ecosystem.

Under Semicon 1.0, there have been 12 semiconductor projects with an investment of more than ₹1.64 lakh crore in various states.

Moreover, Semicon 2.0 has been approved by the Union Cabinet, with an outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore for chip design, manufacture, packaging, equipment, material, research, and human capital development.

Thus, SEMICON India 2026 can prove beneficial for India in order to,

Accelerate semiconductor investments
Make the supply chain resilient
Get technological partnerships from around the world
Facilitate domestic manufacturing
Improve chip design and products
Develop semiconductor human resources
Enhance India’s contribution in the semiconductor value chain globally

Global Participation

SEMICON India 2026 is anticipated to witness participation from more than 40 countries, with more than 240 international organizations and delegates.

Some of the major organizations associated with the event include ASML, Applied Materials, Teradyne, Infineon, Jabil, IBM Research, NXP, Tata Electronics, Micron, Lam Research, CG Power, Advantest, Tokyo Electron among others.

The participation of international delegates will help boost cooperation in terms of manufacturing, technology, equipment, materials and supply chain management.

SEMICON India: Past Years

The 2025 edition took place on September 2–4, 2025 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi with the theme “Building the Next Semiconductor Powerhouse.”

The 2024 edition was organized from September 11–13 in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh with the theme “Shaping the Semiconductor Future.”

The 2026 edition is yet another step in the expansion of this platform as India tries to position itself as a reliable partner for semiconductors across the globe.