6 days at the IISc Bengaluru campus, October 2026. 80 exhibitor stalls × 3 rotations. 5,000+ attendees. Six daily themes. Produced by Ireu Media and Events Private Limited.
India's largest AI-focused founder and investor event — 80 stalls × 3 rotations, 5,000+ attendees, six themed days, and the Times of India as media partner.
Each day of the Summit has a distinct thematic focus — curating speakers, exhibitors, and sessions around a single industry vertical, giving every attendee a rich, deep experience in the domain that matters most to them.
Foundation models, applied AI, semiconductor ecosystem, robotics, computer vision — the technical core of India's AI future.
Future of learning, AI in education, skilling for the new economy, and India's EdTech opportunity post-COVID.
UPI ecosystem, SEBI regulatory landscape, venture capital outlook, and India's rise as a global FinTech superpower.
PropTech, 3D construction, smart cities, sustainable infrastructure, and the intersection of AI with India's building boom.
Creator economy, OTT disruption, AI-generated content, influencer marketing, and India's $1B digital media opportunity.
The Summit finale — all Ireu Launchpad cohort companies pitch on the main stage, the Ireu Innovation Awards ceremony, and the Summit closing gala.
A 6-day gathering of India's AI founders, investors, researchers, and policy makers — at IISc Bengaluru in October 2026.
The Summit's unique 3-rotation model means each of the 80 stalls cycles through 3 different exhibiting companies across the 6-day event — giving 240 companies the chance to showcase to 5,000+ attendees, while keeping the exhibition floor fresh throughout.
For early-stage startups showcasing products and seeking customers, investors, and media attention. 1 rotation (2 days) with a full exhibitor kit.
For established companies, investors, and institutional partners. 2 rotations (4 days) with premium placement and co-branding opportunities.
Full 3-rotation, 6-day presence with a premium corner stall, main-stage speaking slot, and media feature in Ireu Magazine. Maximum brand exposure across all 5,000+ attendees.
The Summit is supported by a strategic media partnership with the Times of India Group — a co-revenue "module" model spanning TimesInternet (digital) and TOI print editions.
Coverage includes pre-event feature stories, live reporting from the IISc campus, post-event coverage in the national edition, and TimesInternet digital amplification reaching 200M+ monthly unique visitors.
Karnataka Startup Mission event support grants for flagship startup ecosystem events hosted in Karnataka.
Ministry of Electronics & IT co-funding for events that advance India's National AI Mission objectives.
Singapore, UAE, and Israel embassy trade desks for bilateral innovation event support, connecting Indian and international startup ecosystems.
Startup India flagship event recognition and co-branding, amplifying national reach through the DPIIT startup ecosystem network.
6 days. IISc Bengaluru. October 2026. Register as a delegate, book an exhibitor stall, or become a sponsor. Seats and stalls are limited.
