India Foodex 2026, Bengaluru, 21–23 August: food processing expo
Dates
21–23 Aug 2026
City / country
Bengaluru, India
Venue
KTPO Exhibition Centre, Whitefield
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Event overview
India Foodex 2026 is India's 17th international food, beverage and food-processing exhibition, held 21–23 August 2026 at KTPO Exhibition Centre in Whitefield, Bengaluru.
More than 300 exhibitors are expected to show processing machinery, packaging lines, cold-chain equipment, dairy and bakery technology to 15,000-plus trade buyers, with live machinery demonstrations and a dedicated dairy-processing floor.
Free trade registration, a 10:00–18:00 daily schedule and the co-located 15th DairyTech India make it a practical one-trip sourcing stop for processors, distributors, exporters and HoReCa buyers.
TL;DR
Visit to compare processing, packaging and cold-chain equipment side by side, meet suppliers from India and overseas, and source dairy, bakery, snacks and ready-to-eat products. The co-located DairyTech India adds dairy-processing lines. Free trade registration and a Bengaluru location make it a practical sourcing trip for processors, distributors, exporters and HoReCa buyers from south India.
Exhibit to reach food processors, millers, dairy plants, bakeries and distributors who are actively upgrading capacity in south India. The show pairs machinery with a buyer audience and runs beside DairyTech India, so a stand reaches two processing communities. Bengaluru's cluster of food parks and exporters adds qualified walk-in traffic.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation (KTPO), Plot No. 121, Road No. 5, EPIP 2nd Phase, Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066, India
Entrances & gates
Main visitor entrance
Closest to the registration counter and the drop-off point.
Food options
Concourse food counters
On-site diningParking: Use the EPIP Industrial Area approach off Road No. 5. Private cars park inside the KTPO grounds; arrive before 09:30 because exhibitor vehicle movement peaks in the morning.
Gate: Visitor registration is at the main entrance; carry a business card and company details for trade-badge verification.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Trade visitor
Free entry with online trade registration; no paid visitor ticket is published.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Collect the visitor badge at the main registration counter with a business card and company GST details.
Ticket notes
Free trade entry. Children under 18 are not part of the published visitor policy.
What's on
DairyTech India 2026
15th edition of the dairy processing and technology exhibition, co-located with India Foodex 2026.
Same KTPO venue and show dates.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 25,000
Exhibitors: 350
Edition #: 16
Exhibitor countries: 20
This edition
2026
Visitors: 15,000
Exhibitors: 300
Next edition
2027
The 18th India Foodex is announced for August 2027 at KTPO, running with the 16th DairyTech India and PackTech India 2027. Dates are inferred from the 2027 setup and teardown notices on the official site and should be confirmed with Media Today before booking.
PackTech India joins as a concurrent packaging show Larger 2027 floor plan at the same KTPO venue Stand allocation starts 18–19 August 2027
Growth over time
Edition recap
The 17th India Foodex returned to Bengaluru in August 2026 with food, beverage and bakery products alongside processing, packaging, cold-chain and allied technology. The official site published a photo recap of the edition and confirmed more than 300 exhibitors. The 16th edition, held at BIEC in 2025, was announced with 350+ exhibitors from 20+ countries and a 25,000+ visitor forecast.
New this edition
Impact
India Foodex matters because it compresses the food-processing supply chain into three days: a processor can compare a filling line, a cold room and a packaging film supplier in one walk, while a machinery seller meets plant owners from Karnataka and neighbouring states. The co-located dairy show widens the buyer pool without a second trip.
Audience quality
The audience is trade-only and skewed to owners, plant managers, procurement heads and distributors rather than general consumers. Bengaluru's food-processing and export clusters, plus Karnataka's dairy cooperatives, supply qualified walk-in buyers. Visitors should expect technical conversations and quotation requests rather than retail sampling.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on stand discipline: pre-book meetings, run a live demo, and capture requirement, budget and timeline on every lead. A 9 sq m shell stand is a reasonable test; machinery suppliers needing a running line should budget 36 sq m or more. Follow up within 48 hours while the quotation context is fresh.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
India's food-processing sector is expanding faster than its cold-chain and packaging base. Karnataka's food parks, dairy cooperatives and export units give the show a buyer base that is investing in machinery, not just sourcing finished goods.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Automation moves from pilot to plant floor
Sorting, grading, filling and inspection lines are being specified with vision systems and robotics as processors chase consistent quality and lower labour dependency.
What it changes: Machinery buyers are comparing automated lines, not stand-alone machines.
Cold-chain investment follows export demand
Perishable exports and quick-commerce grocery are pushing investment in cold rooms, refrigerated transport and temperature monitoring across the value chain.
What it changes: Cold-chain suppliers can meet buyers who are building new distribution capacity.
Clean-label and millet products widen the ingredient mix
Indian consumers are buying millet-based, organic and low-additive foods, prompting processors to add new ingredient, testing and packaging capabilities.
What it changes: Ingredient, testing and packaging exhibitors gain a broader buyer pool.
India Foodex sits in a cluster of Bengaluru food, dairy and packaging shows, with the next edition already scheduled at KTPO.
DairyTech India 2026
Bengaluru, India
15th edition, held alongside India Foodex 2026 at KTPO.
websiteIndia Foodex 2027
Bengaluru, India
Dates inferred from the 2027 setup and teardown dates on the official site; confirm with the organiser.
websitePackTech India 2027
Bengaluru, India
Announced as a concurrent 2027 show; dates follow the India Foodex 2027 window.
websiteCircuit dates are from the official site and the 2026 show announcement; verify before booking travel.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Kempegowda International Airport
Primary international gateway; app cabs and airport taxis run to Whitefield 24 hours. Allow extra time in the morning peak.
about 42 km
to venue
60–90 min
by car
Mysuru Airport
Small domestic airport; only useful for a Mysuru-side itinerary, not for the show commute.
about 150 km
to venue
3–3.5 hours
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 35–60 / night
Clean business hotels 10–20 minutes from KTPO; book early because the show overlaps the Bengaluru corporate travel season.
USD 70–110 / night
Full-service hotels with breakfast and airport transfers; 20–35 minutes to the venue outside peak hours.
USD 140–240 / night
Best for hosting meetings and entertaining buyers; pre-book a cab because hotel transport is not show-specific.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Namma Metro + auto/cab
Cheapest reliable option in peak traffic; the last-mile cab is short but pre-book it.
App cab
Ola and Uber are widely available; fixed airport taxis cost more but avoid app surcharges.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| e-Visa (business) | Most foreign nationals visiting for meetings or exhibitor duties | — | 3–7 working days | |
| Visa on arrival | Limited eligible nationalities only | — | On arrival |
Some nationals may not need a visa for short business visits; check the Indian mission in your country.
Do not assume carnet acceptance for machinery; ask the organiser and freight forwarder for the current customs route.
Official visa pageWeather
August is monsoon season in Bengaluru: daytime temperatures around 20–28°C, humid mornings and frequent short showers. Carry a compact umbrella and a light layer for air-conditioned halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
BLR is the main international gateway, with direct flights from the Gulf, Southeast Asia and major Indian cities. Whitefield is on the Purple Line metro, but the last mile to KTPO is easiest by app cab.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business pace
Introductions are polite and relationship-led; a business card and a clear company profile help. Avoid hard selling before understanding the buyer’s plant and budget.
Food and dress
Bengaluru is cosmopolitan; modest business casual is fine. Vegetarian food is widely available, and many hotels serve South Indian breakfast from early morning.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bengaluru
Book 6–8 weeks ahead for August; fares rise once the show block is released. Allow 90 minutes from BLR to Whitefield in morning traffic.
Book flightsMost foreign business visitors need an Indian e-Visa or a visa from an Indian mission; apply before booking non-refundable travel.
Estimated cost: Varies by nationality; check the official portal
Processing: 3–7 working days
Carry the visa printout, return ticket and hotel address for immigration. Exhibitors shipping machinery need a separate customs route.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: App cab or pre-booked airport taxi, 60–90 minutes and roughly ₹900–1,400; the airport bus drops at Whitefield but needs a last-mile cab.
Hotel → venue: Short app-cab ride from Whitefield hotels; allow 20–30 minutes in peak traffic.
Ride-hail: Ola and Uber are reliable in Bengaluru; keep the KTPO gate pin ready for pickup.
Public transit: Namma Metro Purple Line reaches Whitefield; from the station take a 10–15 minute auto or cab to KTPO.
Parking: Limited on-site parking; arrive before 09:30 or use a cab.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: August
Temperature: 20–28°C
Seasonality: Southwest monsoon: humid with frequent short showers, heavier in the evening.
Packing: Light breathable clothing, a compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes and a light layer for cold halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 — Saturday 22 August 2026
The first morning is busiest with registration queues, while the final afternoon winds down. Day 2 gives a full programme, easier access to senior stand staff and time to revisit shortlisted suppliers before close.
Register online and book flights — Use the official registration form; fares to BLR rise closer to the show.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Pick 8–12 stands across processing, packaging and cold chain.
Confirm hotel and airport transfer — Stay in Whitefield or Hoodi to cut the daily commute.
Prepare requirement brief and budget — Carry plant capacity, utilities and floor-space details for technical discussions.
Print badge, visa and business cards — Check the KTPO gate and metro route; plan to arrive by 09:30.
Registration and badge collection
Main visitor entrance, KTPOProcessing and packaging hall walk
Exhibition hallsSupplier meetings and machinery demos
Booked exhibitor standsDairyTech India co-located floor
DairyTech hallFollow-up notes and cab booking
Business loungeBengaluru Palace
Heritage
About 45–60 min by cab
A quick half-day introduction to the city’s royal history if you have a spare morning.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Garden
About 40–55 min by cab
A low-cost, walkable break from the show floor; best in the early morning.
Show business lounge
On-site
Quiet seating for follow-up calls and one-to-one meetings; arrive before the afternoon rush.
Whitefield restaurant belt
Off-site
Casual dinner meetings within 20 minutes of KTPO; book ahead for groups.
Trade shows convert on follow-up discipline, not badge scans. The 48-hour window matters because buyers are comparing several quotations while the show memory is fresh.
Budget
Shell scheme
INR 8500–9700 / m²
Raw space
INR 7500–8990 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Shell package is the low-friction option for a first outing; raw space requires a contractor and a stand-design submission. Corner stands carry higher minimum areas.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth_shell
exhibitor · standard
INR 76500–87300 / stand
booth_raw
exhibitor · large
INR 270000–306000 / stand
hotel
both · budget
USD 35–60 / night
hotel
both · mid
USD 70–110 / night
hotel
both · premium
USD 140–240 / night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 25–45 / day
visa
both · standard
USD 40–120 / person
insurance
both · standard
USD 25–60 / person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth_shell | exhibitor | standard | INR 76500–87300 / stand | estimate | 2026-08-01 |
| booth_raw | exhibitor | large | INR 270000–306000 / stand | estimate | 2026-08-01 |
| hotel | both | budget | USD 35–60 / night | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 70–110 / night | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| hotel | both | premium | USD 140–240 / night | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 25–45 / day | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| visa | both | standard | USD 40–120 / person | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| insurance | both | standard | USD 25–60 / person | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
Decision
Answer six quick questions to see whether India Foodex 2026 is worth a visit, an exhibit investment, or a skip.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What budget have you set for this trip?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a shortlist of suppliers or products and can travel for one to three days.
Best for
Processors, buyers and specifiers with an active sourcing or capex need
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
2–4 weeks to plan travel
Risks
Crowded first morning
Bengaluru traffic
Limited time to see both shows in one day
exhibit
You have a defined India product, a stand budget and a team to staff three days.
Best for
Machinery, packaging, cold-chain and ingredient suppliers targeting Indian processors
Min. budget
$4,000.00
Timeline
3–6 months before the show
Risks
Stand cost plus freight and manpower
Lead quality varies by hall position
Follow-up discipline is essential
skip
You have no sourcing, selling or partnership objective for the Indian food-processing market.
Best for
General consumers, students without a research brief, or teams with no India plan
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing competitor intelligence
Losing a low-cost learning trip
Book with
KTPO Exhibition Centre
Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation operates the Whitefield exhibition campus that hosts the 2026 show.
Venue named in the show announcement; not an official sponsor.
IndiGo
India’s largest domestic carrier by fleet, with direct services from major Indian cities to Bengaluru.
Useful travel resource, not a named show partner.
Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry
Bengaluru-based industry chamber that connects manufacturers and exporters across Karnataka.
Business network resource; no partnership was confirmed on the show pages.
All India Food Processors’ Association
National association for food processors, offering industry context and member networks.
Sector resource; not listed as an official show partner.
Recommended providers
Official government e-Visa portal; fees and eligibility vary by nationality.
Filter for Whitefield or Hoodi to keep the daily commute under 30 minutes.
Direct domestic flights to Bengaluru; book 6–8 weeks ahead and allow 90 minutes to Whitefield.
International freight and customs brokerage; ask for a temporary-import option for machinery.
Travel and exhibition-machinery insurance options; confirm cover for trade-show equipment.
Official state tourism site for Bengaluru Palace, Lalbagh and nearby heritage trips.
Import scanned leads and run a 48-hour follow-up workflow; check DPDP consent wording.
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