Delhi Trade Fair 2026: Tickets, price, dates, metro stations, parking and traffic advisory

The 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 is set to bring shoppers, businesses, entrepreneurs and visitors to Delhi's Bharat Mandapam this November. The annual exhibition will feature products from across India and abroad, regional food, handicrafts, business exhibitions, cultural performances and new-age technology. Organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the Delhi Trade Fair 2026 will be held from November 14 to November 27. However, visitors planning to attend should note that the first five days are reserved for business visitors. General public entry will begin on November 19.

This year's edition will also see an increase in entry ticket prices. Adults will have to pay ₹100 on weekdays and ₹200 on weekends, while children's tickets will cost ₹50 and ₹100, respectively. If you are planning a visit, here is everything you need to know about Delhi Trade Fair 2026, including dates, ticket prices, online booking, nearest metro station, parking facilities, entry gates and the latest traffic advisory.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026: Dates and timings

The 45th India International Trade Fair will take place at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from November 14 to November 27, 2026. The exhibition will have separate entry arrangements for business visitors and the general public.

• Business days: November 14 to November 18
• General public days: November 19 to November 27
• Fair timings: 10 am to 7:30 pm
• Last entry for general visitors: 5:30 pm
• Venue: Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

The fair will be inaugurated on November 13, but the opening ceremony should not be confused with the public exhibition schedule.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026 ticket price

Ticket prices have been revised for this year's exhibition. Visitors will have to pay different rates depending on whether they visit on a weekday or weekend. Here is the ticket price list:

Ticket category	Weekdays	Weekends
Adults	₹100	₹200
Children	₹50	₹100

Business visitors will have to pay ₹500 per person. The business-day ticket price remains unchanged.

Senior citizens and persons with disabilities will be allowed free entry on general public days upon presenting a valid government-issued identity card.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026: How to book tickets online?

Visitors can purchase entry tickets through the official IITF booking website or the IITF 2026 mobile application. Offline tickets will also be available at 55 designated Delhi Metro stations.

Here is how to book tickets online:

1. Visit the official ticket booking website: booking.indiatradefair.com.
2. Select the IITF 2026 entry ticket option.
3. Register using your mobile number and complete the verification process.
4. Select the date and ticket category.
5. Make the payment through the available online payment options.
6. Download the ticket and keep its QR code ready for entry.

Visitors can also download the official IITF 2026 app through the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The app provides ticket booking, venue navigation, pavilion details, shuttle routes and the cultural events calendar.

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Delhi Trade Fair 2026: Nearest metro station and how to reach

The Supreme Court Metro station on the Blue Line is the nearest metro station to Bharat Mandapam. Delhi Traffic Police has also advised visitors to use the Metro to avoid congestion around the exhibition venue. Visitors can take the Blue Line and get off at Supreme Court station. From there, Bharat Mandapam can be reached on foot or through available local transport, depending on the entry gate and crowd conditions.

The venue is also accessible through other transport options, including buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws.

Important: Supreme Court Metro station has been excluded from the designated Metro stations selling IITF tickets. Visitors should purchase tickets online or at another designated station.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026: Entry gates

Visitors should check their entry gate before leaving for the venue. The official arrangements specify the following gates for general visitors:

Entry location	Gate numbers
Bhairon Road	Gates 3 and 4
Mathura Road	Gates 6 and 10

The traffic advisory separately identifies pedestrian entry gates 1, 4, 6 and 10, with exits through gates 1, 4, 7, 9 and 10. Visitors should follow the gate instructions printed on their tickets and directions issued by security personnel.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026 parking: Where can visitors park?

Visitors planning to travel in their own vehicles can use designated parking facilities around Bharat Mandapam.

According to the Delhi Traffic Police advisory, the following parking locations will be available:

• ITPO basement parking: Accessible through the Bhairon Marg-Ring Road tunnel.
• Bhairon Mandir parking: A designated parking facility near the venue.
• Bharat Mandapam Basement 2: Accessible through Pragati Tunnel and Mathura Road Underpass 4.

However, parking inside the ITPO premises will not be permitted. Visitors should follow the designated parking routes rather than attempting to enter the exhibition complex directly with their vehicles.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026 traffic advisory: Roads to avoid

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of the exhibition, warning commuters about possible congestion on several important roads between November 14 and November 27.

The following roads are likely to experience increased traffic:

• Mathura Road
• Bhairon Marg
• Ring Road
• Shershah Road
• Purana Qila Road
• Bhagwan Das Road
• Tilak Marg

People who are not visiting the trade fair have been advised to avoid these stretches or use alternative routes.

The advisory also includes restrictions on vehicle movement:

• Halting and parking will not be allowed on Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg.
• No U-turns will be permitted on Mathura Road between W-Point and Subramaniam Bharti Marg.
• Right turns towards Purana Qila Road will also be restricted.

Visitors travelling by cab or auto-rickshaw should use the designated pick-up and drop-off points. Delhi Police has arranged 25 numbered pick-up points on both sides of Bhairon Marg. Drivers have been asked not to wait for passengers outside the exit gates of ITPO and Bharat Mandapam. For traffic-related assistance, commuters can contact the Delhi Traffic Police helpline at 1095.

What to expect at Delhi Trade Fair 2026?

This year's exhibition will be organised around the theme 'Vikas aur Virasat', bringing together India's traditional industries, emerging businesses and cultural diversity. The 45th edition will feature more than 3,500 exhibitors across 17 halls, with participation from 32 states and Union Territories and 11 countries.

Some of the major attractions include:

• Hall of Inspiration: Around 600 Indian start-ups showcasing innovations in drones, healthcare, agriculture, space, deep-tech and education.
• One District One Product Pavilion: Products, crafts, cuisine and cultural showcases from 21 states.
• Playverse@Mandapam: An interactive digital experience for children and families.
• Food court: More than 90 outlets serving Indian and international cuisines.
• International pavilions: Exhibitors from countries including Thailand, Iran, Nepal, China, UAE, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

The exhibition will also feature 87 cultural performances across seven venues. Some special performances, including shows by Salim-Sulaiman and Hariharan, will have separate tickets available through BookMyShow, while other performances will be included with the regular trade fair entry ticket.

Delhi Trade Fair 2026: Important details at a glance

Details	Information
Event	45th India International Trade Fair
Start date	November 14, 2026
End date	November 27, 2026
Public entry	November 19
Business days	November 14–18
Venue	Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan
Weekday adult ticket	₹100
Weekend adult ticket	₹200
Weekday child ticket	₹50
Weekend child ticket	₹100
Business visitor ticket	₹500
Timings	10 am to 7:30 pm
Last public entry	5:30 pm
Nearest metro	Supreme Court, Blue Line
Online booking	booking.indiatradefair.com
Traffic helpline	1095

What visitors should remember: The general public will not be allowed entry during the first five days of the exhibition. Plan your visit from November 19 onwards, book tickets in advance and preferably use the Delhi Metro to avoid traffic congestion around Pragati Maidan.