The 6th Startup Hub Expo, scheduled from 23–25 March 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The Startup Hub Expo forms a central part of India’s Biggest Technology & Innovation Platform – the 33rd Convergence India & 11th Smart Cities India Expo, jointly organised by ITPO (Ministry of Commerce & Industry) and Exhibitions India Group.
Jointly organised by ITPO and the Exhibitions India Group, this landmark B2B event unites the best of government, industry, and startups to explore breakthroughs in 6G, AI, IoT, Fintech, Cloud Computing, SaaS, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Digital Transformation, Space Technologies, Media & Entertainment, Mobility, and Smart City solutions.
Over the last three decades, Convergence India has been at the forefront of India’s digital transformation, while the Smart Cities India Expo has driven the adoption of technology for sustainable, future-ready urban development.
2025 Expo Highlights
- 54,589 business visitors
- 37,000 sqm of exhibit space with 976 participants from 26 countries
- 220 speakers | 200 startups
Co-located Expos
AI Bharat | Fintech India | Mobile India | Smart Mobility India | Startup Hub | Embedded Tech India | Future Cities India | IoT India
Key Features of Startup Hub Expo 2026
Pitch Competition
- A multi-phase pitch program enabling startups to present their solutions to leading VC funds, accelerators, corporate innovation teams and global tech leaders.
Business Investor Meet
- Curated one-on-one meetings designed to connect startups with:
- Venture Capital Firms
- Angel & Family Offices
- Corporate Venture Units
- Accelerators & Innovation Labs
Expo Showcases & Technology Demonstrations
- Dedicated startup zone highlighting breakthrough innovations, emerging technologies, and high-impact solutions for industry and government adoption.
Supported by MeitY, DST, Invest India, Digital India, along with 17 Central Ministries and 25+ industry bodies, these expos together represent the nation’s most comprehensive ecosystem for digital transformation and future-ready innovation.
Venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Date: March 23-25, 2026
