Dates
September 17–19, 2026 — three full conference and exhibition days. Stand setup begins September 16, with setup completion required by 10:00 AM on September 17 before venue goes under SPG control for the inauguration.
September 17–19, 2026 · Yashobhoomi, New Delhi · ISM + SEMI
South Asia's largest chip event Semicon India 2026 — what to expect
500+ exhibitors. 18,000 sqm. 6 country pavilions. A dedicated 360 sqm workforce development zone. India's flagship semiconductor event is 10 weeks away — here's everything you need to know.
Sep 17–19 · 2026
500+Exhibiting companies
300+Indian companies
100+International companies
18,000 sqmExhibition area
360 sqmWorkforce development zone
20+Countries represented
about the event
What is Semicon India — and why does 2026 matter more than any previous edition
Semicon India is jointly organised by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), the Ministry of Electronics and IT, and SEMI — the global industry association for the electronics manufacturing supply chain. It is the largest semiconductor-focused gathering in South Asia.
The 2025 edition drew over 30,000 visitors and 350 exhibitors, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and featured nine global semiconductor CXOs in its inaugural session. The PM's address and roundtable with global leaders made it a policy event as much as a trade show.
The 2026 edition is the fifth edition of Semicon India — a significant expansion from each year prior: 500+ exhibiting companies (up from 350 in 2025), 18,000 sqm of exhibition space, 6 country pavilions, and a dedicated 360 sqm workforce development area new for 2026. Previous editions: 2022 (Bengaluru), 2023 (Gandhinagar), 2024 (Greater Noida), 2025 (New Delhi). Each year has scaled significantly — from a founding conference in 2022 to South Asia's largest semiconductor event in 2025–26.
Theme: "Building Trusted and Resilient Semiconductor Ecosystems"
The 2026 theme signals a shift from "India is getting into semiconductors" (2024–25 narrative) to "India is a reliable partner in the global supply chain" (2026 positioning). This is the ISM's deliberate response to global supply chain anxieties post-COVID and the geopolitical pressure around semiconductor manufacturing concentration. For exhibitors and attendees, it means the conversations at Yashobhoomi this September will be less about whether India can do it and more about how to do business with India on semiconductors at scale.
dates & logistics
Semicon India 2026 — dates, venue, and logistics
Venue
Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi 110061. The same venue as the 2025 edition. Yashobhoomi is Delhi's newest and largest convention facility — Metro-connected (Dwarka Sector 25, Airport Express line), 35 minutes from IGI Airport.
Co-located with electronica and productronica India
Semicon India 2026 is co-located with electronica India and productronica India — creating one of South Asia's largest gatherings for the full electronics manufacturing value chain. Attendees from the PCB, EMS, testing, and components sectors will all be present alongside semiconductor-specific exhibitors, making the event unusually broad in its buyer and supplier mix.
country pavilions
Six country pavilions — what each brings
The country pavilions are where the geopolitics of semiconductors become concrete. Each country's presence at Semicon India signals specific interests in India's growing ecosystem.
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Japan
Equipment & materials · Renesas, Tokyo Electron connection
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South Korea
Memory & OSAT · Samsung, SK Hynix ecosystem
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Netherlands
ASML · lithography & precision equipment
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Singapore
Advanced packaging · supply chain logistics
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Malaysia
OSAT expertise · complementary to India's back-end push
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Sweden
Ericsson ecosystem · RF & telecom semiconductors
The Netherlands pavilion is the most strategically significant. ASML signed its framework agreement with Tata Electronics in May 2026 — this will be ASML's first Semicon India appearance since that agreement, and it will be attended closely by everyone tracking the Dholera fab's equipment roadmap. Full Dholera and ASML breakdown →
new for 2026
The workforce development zone — why it's the most important new feature
A dedicated 360 sqm workforce development area is new for Semicon India 2026 — it did not exist at this scale in previous editions. Its inclusion reflects the growing acknowledgement across ISM, SEMI, and the industry that the talent pipeline is the single biggest constraint on India's semiconductor ambitions.
The workforce development zone is expected to host skilling demonstrations, institution engagement sessions, C2S programme showcases, and conversations between facilities and educational institutions about curriculum alignment. For engineering colleges, polytechnics, and ITIs considering semiconductor programmes, this zone is the most direct access point to the industry conversations that should be shaping their decisions.
The scale of the skilling challenge is visible in the numbers: over 60,000 students have already benefited from semiconductor training programmes since ISM launched in 2021. ISM-approved projects are expected to generate more than 2,000 direct skilled jobs immediately, with significantly more as facilities scale. The one million additional skilled workers needed by 2030 — the figure ISM uses internally — is the number this workforce development zone exists to address.
For institutions attending Semicon India 2026
- The workforce development zone is where hiring managers and HR teams from operational facilities (Micron, Kaynes, CG Semi, Tata TSAT) will be present to discuss talent pipelines
- MoU signing between institutions and facilities often happens at or around Semicon India — last year saw multiple announcements during the event
- ISM 2.0's emphasis on industry-led R&D and training centres means there will be funding conversations happening at this event that institutions with existing programmes should be part of
- The C2S programme's 315+ enrolled institutions will have representation — if your institution is not enrolled, the event is the right place to start that process
conference programme
What the conference will cover
The 2026 programme schedule is not yet public (as of early July 2026), but the track structure from previous years and the 2026 theme gives a clear picture of what to expect across three days.
Day 1 · Plenary
Policy and investment announcements
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw typically delivers ISM updates, project approvals, and new programme announcements on Day 1. ISM 2.0 Cabinet approval is expected before September — the formal launch announcement could happen at Semicon India.
All 3 days · Technical
Technology and manufacturing tracks
Sessions on fab process, advanced packaging, compound semiconductors, EDA and design flows, supply chain, and equipment. Global CXOs from equipment companies and IDMs are typically the anchor speakers.
All 3 days · Workforce
Talent and education sessions
New for 2026 at this scale — sessions on curriculum development, C2S outcomes, industry-institution partnerships, and the specific skill gaps that operational facilities are encountering.
Day 2–3 · Startup
Design startup pavilion
The design startup pavilion (launched in 2025) returns — showcasing DLI-supported startups and fabless design companies. India now has 23 tapeouts under the DLI scheme; several of those companies are expected to exhibit.
All 3 days · Country
Country roundtables
Each country pavilion typically hosts closed-door roundtables with Indian counterparts — procurement conversations, technology transfer discussions, and MOU signings happen in these sessions.
Day 1–2 · Hackathon
Hackathon
Student and early-career engineer competition format — expected to focus on chip design challenges using the C2S EDA tool platform. Good visibility for institutions with active student teams.
hiring signals
Who will be hiring at and around Semicon India 2026
Semicon India is not a job fair, but it is where hiring decisions are made. The facilities that are operational or approaching scale in 2026 will all have HR and operations leadership present. Based on the current production and ramp status of each facility:
Micron India — Sanand
In full commercial production since February 2026. Hiring for process technicians, equipment engineers, quality engineers, and production supervisors as it scales toward full capacity. DRAM and NAND focus — specific test engineering skills needed.
Kaynes Semicon — Sanand
Full commercial production since March 2026 at 6.3 million chips per day. IPM and power semiconductor focus — equipment engineers and process technicians for wire bonding and encapsulation lines.
CG Semi — Sanand
Pilot OSAT line since August 2025, scaling toward full production. First full-service OSAT provider in India offering traditional and advanced packaging. Broad hiring across the OSAT operator and technician profile.
Tata TSAT — Jagiroad, Assam
Phase 1 targeted for commissioning in 2026. 48 million chips per day at full scale, 15,000 direct jobs. Active hiring for the ramp phase — ATMP process engineers, equipment engineers, and production management.
India Chip (HCL–Foxconn) — Jewar, UP
Groundbreaking February 2026. Early-stage recruitment for process and equipment engineering leadership ahead of facility commissioning.
Tata Electronics — Dholera (fab)
First silicon targeted late 2026. Front-end fab roles — process engineers, lithography specialists, yield engineers — are the hiring priority. ASML equipment partnership signed May 2026 means equipment engineer hiring is imminent.
For the full job title breakdown across all these facilities — including salary bands by experience level — see the top 10 semiconductor job titles on LinkedIn India →
questions
Semicon India 2026 — quick questions
When is Semicon India 2026?
Semicon India 2026 runs from September 17–19, 2026 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi 110061.
Who organises Semicon India?
Semicon India is jointly organised by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) under the Ministry of Electronics and IT, and SEMI — the global industry association for electronics manufacturing. It is co-located with electronica India and productronica India.
How many exhibitors will be at Semicon India 2026?
Over 500 companies from more than 20 countries are expected to exhibit, covering 18,000 sqm of exhibition space. This includes 300+ Indian companies and 100+ international companies. The 2025 edition had 350 exhibitors — 2026 is a significant expansion.
What is the theme of Semicon India 2026?
"Building Trusted and Resilient Semiconductor Ecosystems" — reflecting India's 2026 positioning as a reliable supply chain partner rather than a market in early-stage development.
Which countries have pavilions at Semicon India 2026?
Six country pavilions are confirmed: Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Singapore, Malaysia, and Sweden. The Netherlands pavilion is particularly significant given ASML's May 2026 equipment agreement with Tata Electronics for the Dholera fab.
Is there a workforce development programme at Semicon India 2026?
Yes — a dedicated 360 sqm workforce development area is included for the first time at this scale. It will feature skilling demonstrations, institution engagement sessions, and C2S programme showcases. For engineering institutions considering semiconductor programmes, this zone is the most direct access point to industry conversations.
How do I register for Semicon India 2026?
Visitor registration is managed through the official portal at portal.semiconindia.org. Exhibitor registration and guide are available at semiconindia.org/exhibitor.
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