About this expo
MAPIC India, formerly known as IRF - India Retail Forum, stands as India's leading annual gathering for the retail and retail real estate sectors. This event convenes retailers, developers, investors, brands, and industry leaders under one roof, aiming to ignite meaningful connections and drive business expansion. It plays a crucial role in shaping the future of retail by offering insights, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities. The upcoming edition is scheduled for September 29 to September 30, 2026.
Exhibitors at MAPIC India gain a significant platform to showcase and launch their products, innovations, and retail concepts within India's dynamic retail landscape. Opportunities abound for meeting potential investors and master franchisees, identifying new business ventures, exploring distribution channels, and evaluating new locations and leasing options from top mall developers across India. The event also facilitates the formation of new partnerships, the formulation of strategic business plans, and direct engagement with the latest retail technologies. Core exhibit sectors include Retail, Food & Beverages, Retail Technology, Leisure & Entertainment, Beauty & Wellness, and Retail Real Estate, featuring product groups such as AI applications, digital retail solutions, ESG strategies, and omnichannel concepts.
The event targets senior professionals responsible for business decisions, including expansion-focused retail brands, high-street and mixed-use developers, leasing and asset management heads, institutional and private investors, and industry consultants. Attendees also include retailers, developers, brands, and retail real estate specialists. Concurrent programs like the MAPIC India Conference 2026, MAPIC Retail Awards, and the co-located India Innovation Forum further enrich the experience, providing additional learning and networking avenues.
Highlights
5 items- Held annually at the Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai.
- AUMA listed event.
- Features the MAPIC India Conference 2026 and MAPIC Retail Awards.
- Facilitated 960+ pre-arranged meetings (2024).
- Organized by RX India.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does MAPIC India 2026 take place?+
MAPIC India 2026 will be held from September 29 to September 30, 2026, at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai, India.
Who is the organizer of MAPIC India?+
The event is organized by RX India, which is part of Reed Exhibitions Limited.
What industries and products are covered at MAPIC India?+
MAPIC India covers industries such as Retail, Food & Beverages, Retail Technology, Leisure & Entertainment, Beauty & Wellness, and Retail Real Estate. Product groups include AI applications, digital retail solutions, ESG strategies, location analyses, mixed-use projects, omnichannel concepts, real estate investments, retail real estate, sustainable building concepts, and urban development projects.
How can I attend or exhibit at MAPIC India?+
Registration is available to attend MAPIC India. Exhibitors can showcase products, innovations, and retail concepts, meet potential investors, and explore business opportunities.
What are the participation costs for MAPIC India?+
Ticket prices for 2025 were: Retail Company: INR 25,000 + 18% GST, and Non-Retail Company: INR 40,000 + 18% GST. These prices include unlimited access to the event floor, conference sessions, networking lunches, invitations to the MAPIC Retail Awards and Gala Evening, and access to an online networking platform.