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The 29th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit will take place from 17–19 November 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) under the theme 'AI & Beyond'. As one of Asia’s premier technology gatherings, the summit showcases Karnataka and Bengaluru as global centres of innovation- bringing together industry leaders, researchers, startups, investors and policymakers from around the world.
While spotlighting the transformative power of artificial intelligence, BTS 2026 will also explore the broader frontier of emerging technologies shaping the next era of global progress, from deep tech and advanced digital ecosystems to breakthrough scientific and industrial innovation. As a global platform for dialogue, discovery and collaboration, the summit continues to amplify Karnataka’s leadership in technology while connecting the world to the ideas shaping tomorrow.
Join us in Bengaluru as the world gathers to imagine, innovate and build the future.
The Exhibition at BTS 2026 will be about conversions. Conversions of ideas into ventures. Conversations into partnerships. Product Demos to Deals. Set against the expansive backdrop of BIEC, this year’s exhibition promises a bold new scale, spotlighting innovation, collaboration, and commerce. With a major leap in participation, floor area, and international representation, the exhibition is set to become the business engine of the summit. It will host 1,600+ exhibitors from across India and from over 60 countries, representing diverse sectors and cutting-edge technologies.
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Software Exports, Biotech Production & Exports, and Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing
Driving 22% of India’s Electronics Exports — Ranked #2 Nationally (FY 2024–25)
Home to India’s 3rd Largest Skilled Workforce
Bengaluru: Ranked 12th Among the World’s Leading Tech Hubs (2024)
Bengaluru: 14th in the Global Startup Ecosystem (2025)
Following the successful debut in 2025, ‘Future Makers’ returns at BTS 2026 as the dedicated platform spotlighting the Deeptech Startup Ecosystem. This high-visibility platform will once again anchor startup and investment engagement at the Summit. Future Makers will serve as the central hub for founders, investors, corporates, and policymakers driving next-generation innovation.
The Startup Pavilion will be a star attraction with over 350+ start-ups, incubators and accelerators from diverse sectors offering the best opportunity to showcase their innovations to business visitors from India and abroad.
A high-impact gathering of founders, venture capitalists, angel investors, corporate innovation leaders, and policymakers discussing capital flows, scaling strategies, AI-led disruption, and global market access.
Curated pitch arenas where high-potential startups present their solutions to leading investors, corporates, and global partners, unlocking funding, partnerships, and market opportunities.
Structured one-on-one mentoring and matchmaking sessions connecting startups with seasoned investors and industry leaders for strategic guidance, capital access, and growth acceleration.
A dynamic showcase stage for unveiling breakthrough products, deeptech innovations, and AI-powered solutions to a global audience of media, investors, and enterprise leaders.
A prestigious recognition platform celebrating disruptive ideas, scalable business models, and transformative technologies driving India’s innovation momentum.
Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
Former Prime Minister of Israel
Former Prime Minister of Australia
Former Vice President of India
Founder & Chairman, World Economic Forum
Founder, Infosys
Chairman & CEO, Kyndryl
Chairman, Mahindra Group
Former Chairman, ISRO
CEO, Nas Company
Co-Founder, Zerodha
MD, South Asia, NVIDIA
Nobel Laureate, Group Leader, MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology Past President, The Royal Society
Co-Founder, Lenskart
Nobel Laureate in Chemistry 2020 and Scientific and Managing Director of the Max Planck Unit for the Science of Pathogens in Berlin
Group Captain, Indian Air Force / ISRO
MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India
Former President, Microsoft India
UN Under-Secretary-General & Tech Envoy
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bhutan
Colombia
Denmark
Dominican Republic
EU
Finland
France
Germany
Israel
Iran
Italy
Japan
Lithuania
Malaysia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Oman
Poland
Singapore
South Korea
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
UAE
United Kingdom
USA
Vietnam
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bhutan
Colombia
Denmark
Dominican Republic
EU
Finland
France
Germany
Israel
Iran
Italy
Japan
Lithuania
Malaysia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Oman
Poland
Singapore
South Korea
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
UAE
United Kingdom
USA
Vietnam
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bhutan
Colombia
Denmark
Dominican Republic
EU
Finland
France
Germany
Israel
Iran
Italy
Japan
Lithuania
Malaysia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Oman
Poland
Singapore
South Korea
Sweden
Switzerland
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United Kingdom
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Read MoreBangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC)
10th Mile, Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 562123, Karnataka,
INDIA
Date: 17–19 November 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM