New Delhi: The AICRA has officially announced the 6th Edition of the India International STEM Education Fest (IISEF) 2026, set to take place in New Delhi. Recognized as one of India’s largest and most influential STEM education platforms, the upcoming edition promises to be the grandest in the event’s history, bringing together the nation’s brightest minds and global leaders in education, science, technology, engineering, and innovation.
Since its inception, IISEF has played a pivotal role in promoting STEM education and fostering collaboration between academia, industry, government, and innovators. Over the years, the platform has become a catalyst for transforming education through emerging technologies, experiential learning, and innovation-driven initiatives.
The 2026 edition will feature four flagship attractions—India STEM Conference, India STEM Expo, India STEM Awards, and the Grand Awards Ceremony of the India STEM Innovation Challenge. Together, these platforms will create a unique ecosystem where educators, researchers, policymakers, EdTech companies, technology providers, startups, institutions, and students can collaborate, exchange ideas, and showcase breakthrough innovations.
The India STEM Conference will host keynote addresses, panel discussions, policy dialogues, and expert sessions focusing on the future of STEM education, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Industry 5.0, digital transformation, research, innovation, and future workforce development. Distinguished speakers from government, academia, industry, and research organizations are expected to participate.
The India STEM Expo will showcase the latest innovations in robotics, artificial intelligence, smart classrooms, educational technologies, coding platforms, drones, laboratory solutions, STEM learning tools, and future-ready technologies. Leading companies, universities, startups, research institutions, and innovation organizations will present their latest products and solutions designed to transform education.
One of the major highlights of IISEF 2026 will be the India STEM Awards, recognizing exceptional contributions by educators, schools, universities, researchers, EdTech companies, institutions, and innovation leaders who are advancing STEM education across India.
The event will also host the prestigious India STEM Innovation Challenge Grand Awards Ceremony, where the country’s most talented student innovators and young problem-solvers will be honored for developing impactful technology-driven solutions addressing real-world challenges.
Previous editions of IISEF have been graced by several eminent personalities, including ISRO scientists associated with India’s Mars Mission and Chandrayaan-3 Mission, senior leaders from UGC, AICTE, NITI Aayog, Union Ministers including Shri Nitin Gadkari, along with renowned educationists, scientists, researchers, and industry experts. Their participation has established IISEF as one of India’s most credible and respected STEM education platforms.
Building upon this strong legacy, the 6th Edition aims to significantly expand its scale with a larger exhibition, more conference sessions, international participation, institutional collaborations, live demonstrations, innovation showcases, networking opportunities, startup engagement, and recognition programs that celebrate excellence in STEM education.
Announcing the event, Raj Sharma, President, AICRA, said “India is entering a defining era where innovation, technology, and STEM education will determine our global competitiveness. Through the India International STEM Education Fest, our vision is to create a world-class platform that connects educators, policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, startups, and students to collectively shape the future of education.” He further added, “The 6th edition of IISEF will be our biggest, most dynamic, and globally connected edition yet. We are significantly expanding the India STEM Expo, Conference, Awards, and Innovation Challenge to provide unmatched opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and technology leaders while strengthening India’s position as a global hub for STEM education and innovation. We invite educational institutions, technology companies, government organizations, startups, and innovators from across the world to join us in this landmark celebration of learning and innovation.”
With thousands of expected participants, hundreds of exhibitors, renowned speakers, policymakers, scientists, educators, innovators, and technology leaders, India International STEM Education Fest 2026 is poised to become the country’s largest celebration of STEM education and innovation.
