Startup Events in India for 2026
1. National Startup Day 2026
Date – January 16, 2026 Venue – Nationwide (Government-led events across India) Organized by – Startup India
A national celebration of India’s startup ecosystem marking 10 years of Startup India. Events include pitch sessions, policy discussions, and startup showcases.
2. Global Startup Summit 2026 (Multiple Cities)
Dates – Throughout 2026
Bengaluru – March 14, 2026
Pune – June 20, 2026
Kolkata – July 25, 2026
Hyderabad – Sept 19, 2026
Chennai – Oct 31, 2026
Organizer – Global Startups Club
A major networking platform connecting founders, investors, and innovators across India.
3. StartupCon South 2026
Date – February 23, 2026 Venue – Bengaluru
A large-scale startup conference bringing together entrepreneurs, VCs, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders.
4. India AI Impact Summit 2026
Date – February 19–20, 2026 Venue – Bharat Mandapam
A flagship AI + startup event under the IndiaAI Mission focusing on AI innovation, startups, and global collaboration.
5. Startup Mahakumbh 2026
Date – March 9–10, 2026 Venue – New Delhi
One of India’s largest startup gatherings, featuring exhibitions, investor meets, and policy discussions.
6. India First Startup Expo 2026
Date – March 9–10, 2026 Venue – Yashobhoomi (IICC), New Delhi
Organized by AICRA, this expo connects startups with corporates, investors, and global partners.
7. Convergence India Expo 2026
Date – March 23–25, 2026 Venue – Bharat Mandapam
A major tech + startup expo covering AI, IoT, fintech, and smart cities, with strong startup participation.
8. Bharat Startup Summit 2026
Date – May 16–17, 2026 Venue – Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi
A leading startup conference offering pitching, networking, funding opportunities, and exhibitions.
9. Pune Startup Fest 2026
Date – 2026 (Exact date varies; annual event) Venue – Pune
India’s largest student-driven startup festival, featuring pitch events, mentorship, and investor connects.
10. Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026
Date – Late 2026 (Annual flagship event) Venue – Bengaluru
One of India’s biggest global tech + startup platforms with startup pitching, exhibitions, and investor meetings.
11. Startup Hub Expo 2026
Date – March 2026 (alongside Convergence India) Venue – New Delhi
A large exhibition showcasing 350+ startups across AI, fintech, smart tech, and sustainability sectors.
12. Bharat / ET SME & Startup Summits (Regional Series)
Date – Throughout 2026 Venue – Multiple cities
Regional summits focused on MSMEs, startups, and entrepreneurship growth across India.