India Mobile Congress Guide: IMC Dates, Passes and Attendees
By Ilyas Kerbal,
India Mobile Congress (IMC) is the largest telecom and technology event in Asia by footfall. It’s organised by India’s Department of Telecommunications and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), and it brings together the country’s operators, global network vendors, startups and policymakers. The 10th edition runs from 7 to 10 October 2026 under the theme “Scale Without Boundaries”. If you sell into India’s telecom and digital infrastructure market, the IMC attendee list is where to start.
IMC at a glance
| Industry | Telecom / tech |
| City | New Delhi, India |
| Venue | Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Dwarka, New Delhi |
| Dates | October, 10th edition 7–10 Oct 2026 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Moves between cities? | No city change (venue moved within Delhi) |
| Typical scale | ~150,000 attendees · ~400 exhibitors |
| Visitor ticket | Visitor pass free; delegate ₹20,000–25,000 |
| App / platform | Online registration (indiamobilecongress.com) |
| Official website | indiamobilecongress.com |
Details checked in October 2026. Dates, prices and venues can change between editions, so confirm on the official India Mobile Congress website before you book travel.
What is India Mobile Congress?
Operators such as Jio, Airtel, Vi and BSNL exhibit alongside network vendors including Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung and Qualcomm, and hundreds of Indian tech startups. Topics include:
- Telecom networks: 5G, 6G, fibre and satcom
- AI and cloud
- Semiconductors and devices
- Cybersecurity and digital public infrastructure
- Startups and deep tech
- Enterprise and government digital services
Ministers, and often the Prime Minister, open the event. It also hosts startup programmes and the Viksit Tech 47 Awards.
IMC is usually inaugurated by senior government figures; this photo is from the 6th edition in 2022. Photo: Prime Minister’s Office (GODL-India), GODL-India, via Wikimedia Commons.
Venue and dates
IMC is always in New Delhi, every October. Earlier editions were at Pragati Maidan (Bharat Mandapam); recent editions moved to Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in Sector 25, Dwarka, on the Delhi Metro Airport Express Line. The 2026 edition runs 7–10 October, and the next is expected in October 2027.
Who attends IMC
| Attendee | Interest | Who should target them |
|---|---|---|
| Telecom operator executives and engineers | Network equipment, software, services | Vendors, integrators |
| Network equipment and device vendors | Operator and enterprise deals | Component suppliers, partners |
| Government officials and regulators (DoT, TRAI) | Policy and programmes | Consultancies, industry bodies |
| Enterprise IT buyers | Connectivity, cloud, security | Telcos, SaaS vendors |
| Startups and investors | Funding, pilots | VCs, corporates |
| Students and tech enthusiasts | Learning, careers | Training providers, recruiters |
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Passes
| Pass | Price | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor | Free | Limited on Day 2, full on Days 3–4, subject to availability |
| Student | Free | Same as visitor |
| Gold delegate | ₹20,000 | Delegate content |
| Platinum delegate | ₹25,000 | Delegate content |
| Media | On approval |
Walk-in registration is available at kiosks. For serious content and quieter networking, delegate passes are worth it.
Digital tools
Registration and the agenda are on indiamobilecongress.com, with self-service kiosks on site. Check the official site for the current app. The free visitor pass brings huge numbers of students and enthusiasts, so the real job is finding the operator, vendor and enterprise people in that crowd. An enriched list of exhibitors, speakers and delegate-level attendees does that for you.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Free visitor access
- High-level government and operator participation
- Big exposure to India’s digital market
- Good for partnerships with Indian telcos and integrators
- Modern, metro-connected venue
Cons
- Large student and general crowd dilutes the business audience
- Delegate passes needed for serious content
- Security and VIP visits cause delays
- Strong focus on Indian telcos
- Delhi traffic and October pollution
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Preparing for IMC
- Buy a delegate pass if you need access to senior people.
- Target the operators’ procurement and technology teams, not just their booths.
- Book meetings outside peak VIP hours to avoid security delays.
- Use the metro instead of road transport.
- Prepare an India-specific pitch; local deployment, pricing and partners matter.
- Follow up before Diwali, when business slows for a while.
FAQ
When is India Mobile Congress 2026?
The 10th edition runs from 7 to 10 October 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.
Is IMC free to attend?
Visitor and student passes are free, with limited access. Delegate passes cost ₹20,000 (Gold) or ₹25,000 (Platinum).
Where is IMC held?
At Yashobhoomi (IICC) in Dwarka, New Delhi.
Can I get the IMC attendee list?
There’s no exportable attendee list. I can build an enriched list of IMC exhibitors, speakers and attendee profiles.
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Sources
Photo credits
- Cover image: Yashobhoomi - IICC by VartamanVarta, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- In-article image: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi visits the exhibition at the 6th edition of India Mobile Congress, in New Delhi on October 01, 2022 (1) by Prime Minister’s Office (GODL-India), GODL-India, via Wikimedia Commons.
