The 45th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 is back in New Delhi again to bring businesses, entrepreneurs, artisans, start-ups and international exhibitors under one roof.
The popular annual event will be held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan from November 14 to November 27. Visitors can look for products, traditional crafts, technology, food and cultural performances there.
Organised by India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) this year’s fair will have the theme Vikas aur Virasat (Development and Heritage). It will celebrate India’s economic progress while also celebrating its cultural traditions, handicrafts and indigenous industries.
IITF 2026: Dates and Public Entry
The trade fair lasts 14 days (from November 14 to 27). But visitors should know that the first five days are reserved only for business visitors.
- Business Days: November 14 – November 18, 2026.
- General Public Days: November 19–27, 2026.
- Venue: Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
The fair will be open from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM. General visitors can enter until 5:30 PM.
IITF 2026 Ticket Prices and Booking
Visitors can book tickets through the official online ticketing portal booking.indiatradefair.com or IITF 2026 mobile app. Offline tickets will also be available at 55 selected Delhi Metro stations.
Season tickets are available for business visitors and general visitors. Senior citizens and persons with disabilities will get free entry on general public days by showing valid government issued ID.
However, ITPO did not publish the official ticket prices for 2026 in its press release so visitors should check the official booking platform (rather than prices from previous editions) to see what ticket rates are valid.
Entry Gates and How to Reach the Venue
The exhibition will be held at Bharat Mandapam inside Pragati Maidan complex in New Delhi.
General visitors can enter through the following gates:
- Gate 3 and Gate 4 on Bhairon Road
- Gate 6 and Gate 10 on Mathura Road
The Supreme Court Metro Station on the Blue Line is an option to get there. Visitors can also pick up cab and auto from designated points. Shuttle service, parking facilities and wheelchair assistance will be available.
Major Attractions at India International Trade Fair 2026
More than 3,500 exhibitors, 600 start-ups and participants from 11 countries are expected this year. About 32 states and union territories will participate in the event.
One of the major highlights will be Hall of Inspiration where around 600 Indian start-ups working in drones, space, healthcare, agriculture and emerging technologies etc. will be displayed.
The One District One Product pavilion will feature regional products and traditional crafts from 21 states. Playverse@Mandapam is an interactive digital experience for families and younger audiences.
Foodies will have more than 90 outlets with Indian and international cuisines. There are 87 cultural performances in seven venues (Hariharan, Salim-Sulaiman, Shahzad Ali etc) some of them may require separate tickets.
The partner states are Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh; Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand and West Bengal are focus states.
Shopping, business exhibitions, international participation, food and entertainment IITF 2026 is expected to draw visitors from across the country. Those planning to visit should book tickets through authorised platforms and check event updates before visiting.
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