SEMICON India 2026
Why in News?
SEMICON India 2026 is the fifth edition of India's premier semiconductor conference and exhibition, scheduled to take place from September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in Dwarka, New Delhi.
Thematic Focus & Organization
- Theme: Centered around “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem,” showcasing the complete end-to-end semiconductor value chain.
- Organizers: Jointly organized by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI, the global industry association.
Scale and Global Participation
- Record Growth: It is the largest edition yet, expanding nearly 30% from the previous year across 15,000+ square meters of space.
- Exhibitors: Features 500+ exhibitors representing the global semiconductor and electronics hardware ecosystem.
- International Footprint: Expecting 243 international companies, delegations from over 40 countries, and 6 dedicated Country Pavilions (including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Germany, and the Netherlands).
- CEO Roundtable: A high-level roundtable chaired by the Prime Minister with global tech CEOs is scheduled right before the main event.
Key Initiatives & Pavilions
- 'Sand to Silicon to Systems' Experience: An integrated visual journey showcasing everything from raw materials to advanced AI packaging and electronic components.
- Startup Pavilion: Showcases roughly 40 tech startups alongside a specialized startup pitch competition and innovation showcase.
- Workforce Development: A pavilion focused explicitly on talent pipelines, skills, and microelectronics career opportunities to help India hit its target of 85,000 skilled semiconductor engineers.
- Inclusive Platforms: Includes dedicated student hackathons and a prominent forum focused on Women Empowerment and Leadership within the semiconductor ecosystem.
