IITF 2026 Opens in Delhi: Dates, Tickets & Top Highlights

India is hosting the 45th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from November 14 to 27, 2026. Organized by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), this massive 14-day trade exhibition brings together more than 3,500 exhibitors from across India and 11 foreign nations.

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the event on November 13, 2026. The opening ceremony featured a captivating Odissi dance recital by Padma Shri awardee Guru Madhavi Mudgal and her troupe. Running under the theme “Vikas aur Virasat” (Development and Heritage), IITF 2026 connects India’s modern industrial progress with its traditional craftsmanship.

IITF 2026 Schedule and Ticket Prices

ITPO has divided the two-week trade fair into two distinct phases to streamline business networking and public visits:

• Business Days (November 14–18): Reserved exclusively for trade delegates, corporate buyers, and B2B networking.
• General Public Days (November 19–27): Open to families, tourists, shoppers, and cultural enthusiasts.

For general public days, ITPO has set adult entry tickets at ₹100, marking a slight increase from last year’s ₹80 fee. ITPO Chairman Jawed Ashraf noted that this is the first ticket revision in five years. To keep the fair inclusive, senior citizens and children up to five years old enjoy free entry.

Global Participation and State Pavilions

More than 3,500 domestic and international exhibitors are showcasing goods across Bharat Mandapam. International pavilions feature delegations from 11 countries, including Thailand, Iran, Ghana, Nepal, Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Turkey, China, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. These foreign pavilions allow Indian buyers to explore global products and forge cross-border trade deals.

Domestically, key Indian states are highlighting their industrial strengths, local handicrafts, and tourism potential:

• Partner States: Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.
• Focus States: Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

Hall of Inspiration and ODOP Pavilion

IITF 2026 places a strong spotlight on young innovators and grassroots artisans through two flagship zones:

1. Hall of Inspiration: Showcases roughly 600 Indian start-ups pioneering solutions in deep technology, agri-tech, drones, space technology, healthcare, and edtech
2. One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion: Promotes authentic district-level crafts, textiles, and regional cuisines, connecting rural artisans directly with national and international buyers.

Visitor Amenities and Expected Footfall

After welcoming roughly 18 lakh visitors in 2025, ITPO Chairman Jawed Ashraf expects IITF 2026 footfall to surpass last year’s milestone. To ensure a smooth visitor experience, organizers have deployed enhanced crowd-management systems and set up around 90 food stalls serving diverse Indian regional dishes and international cuisines.

Event Snapshot: IITF 2026 at a Glance