Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on September 17, marking the beginning of three days of high-level deliberations, industry engagement and a showcase of India’s rapidly expanding semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.
The fifth edition of SEMICON India, India’s premier semiconductor and electronics conference and exhibition, will be held from September 17 to 19 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in New Delhi.
Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem
With the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem,” the event marks an important milestone in India’s semiconductor journey. It comes at a time when strong policy momentum, growing industry execution and rising global demand for trusted and resilient semiconductor supply chains are converging to position India as an increasingly important player across the global semiconductor value chain, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) said in a press release.
The theme reflects India’s transition from building credibility to demonstrating capability across the semiconductor value chain.
Organised jointly by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), MeitY and SEMI, the global industry association representing the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing ecosystem, SEMICON India 2026 will bring together global semiconductor and electronics companies, industry leaders, policymakers, investors, researchers, academia, start-ups and students.
Over 600 exhibitors, 300 international companies, six country and 12 state pavilions
The three-day event will provide a common platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, forge partnerships and shape the future of India’s semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.
More than 600 exhibitors, including 300 international companies, will participate across 15,000 square metres of exhibition space, alongside 150+ renowned speakers. The event will also feature six country pavilions and 12 state pavilions, besides a startup showcase, student hackathon, workforce development pavilion and Women’s Forum.
Sand to Silicon to Systems
SEMICON India 2026 will adopt a comprehensive value-chain approach, showcasing the journey from semiconductor materials and manufacturing to advanced packaging, design, electronics and systems.
The new ‘Sand to Silicon to Systems’ Value Chain Experience will provide visitors with an integrated view of the semiconductor ecosystem and demonstrate India’s expanding capabilities across different stages of the value chain.
The exhibition will feature six country pavilions and 12 State Government pavilions, along with a dedicated Startup Pavilion, Innovation Showcase, Startup Pitch Competition, Student Hackathon and Workforce Development Pavilion.
Dedicated Startup Pavilion to showcase 40 startups
The Startup Pavilion will showcase around 40 startups, while the Workforce Development Pavilion will provide a dedicated platform for talent, skills and career opportunities in the microelectronics sector.
The event will also provide an opportunity for Indian and international companies to explore partnerships, investment opportunities, technology collaborations and supply-chain linkages, further strengthening India’s position as a trusted global semiconductor partner.
Comprehensive conference programme
The three-day conference programme will feature high-level keynotes, panel discussions and strategic sessions covering emerging trends and critical areas across the semiconductor and electronics ecosystem, including semiconductor manufacturing and technology, artificial intelligence, supply-chain resilience, advanced packaging, materials and equipment, chip design, research and development, startups, innovation and talent development.
The programme will also include six International Country Roundtables, a dedicated session on Women Empowerment & Leadership, a Workforce Development Session, and a special session titled “Stronger Together: Industry Associations Collaborating for India’s ESDM Growth.”
The event is expected to feature leading global and Indian companies across the semiconductor and electronics ecosystem, including ASML, Applied Materials, Teradyne, Infineon, Ebara, Jabil, IBM Research, NXP, Tata Electronics, Micron, Merck KGaA, Rapidus, Lam Research, CG Power, Uno Minda, Advantest and Tokyo Electron, among several other major industry players.
From policy to production
SEMICON India 2026 is being held at a significant juncture in India’s semiconductor journey.
Under the Semicon India Programme, the government has approved 12 semiconductor projects aimed at establishing a robust and resilient semiconductor ecosystem in the country.
The progress has now moved beyond project approvals, with three of the 12 projects approved under Semicon 1.0 having commenced commercial production. At the same time, the Union Cabinet has approved the next phase, Semicon 2.0, with six major pillars aimed at further accelerating the development of India’s semiconductor ecosystem.
Expanding support for academic institutions and startups
The government is also supporting semiconductor research, innovation and design.
State-of-the-art electronic design automation tools have been made available to more than 400 academic institutions and 105 startups, while 24 startups have been approved under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme to design innovative semiconductor products and applications.
These initiatives are aimed at developing capabilities across the semiconductor value chain and creating a strong foundation for India’s transition towards a globally competitive semiconductor and electronics manufacturing ecosystem.
India as a trusted global semiconductor partner
The global semiconductor industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by the expansion of artificial intelligence, digital technologies, advanced computing, electric mobility, telecommunications and other emerging technologies. At the same time, the need for diversified, resilient and trusted semiconductor supply chains has assumed greater importance.
Against this backdrop, India is emerging as a significant destination for semiconductor design, manufacturing, research, innovation and investment, supported by progressive government policies, a large pool of skilled professionals, strong domestic demand and growing interest from global industry.
The global semiconductor market, valued at around USD 796 billion in 2025, is projected to surpass USD 2 trillion by 2030. India’s semiconductor demand, currently estimated at around USD 50 billion, is projected to reach around USD 103 billion by 2030, highlighting the country’s significant growth potential in the sector.
The event aims to accelerate collaboration, investment, innovation and ecosystem integration while strengthening India’s position as a trusted global partner in the semiconductor industry.
SEMICON India has evolved into an important annual convergence point for global industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, start-ups and investors.
The 2026 edition seeks to build on this momentum by providing a platform for collaboration, technology partnerships, investment, talent development and knowledge exchange, further strengthening the ecosystem and supporting India’s vision of emerging as a global hub for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing.
-with PIB inputs
