Open Source India 2026 – Asia's Leading Open-Source Conference & Expo in Bengaluru
About Open Source India 2026

Open Source India (OSI) 2026 is set to bring together developers, technology leaders, startups, enterprises, researchers, educators, government representatives, and members of the open-source community for two days of technology, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation.

Taking place on 7–8 October 2026 at the NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru, the 23rd edition of Open Source India continues a long-running tradition of connecting India's technology community with the rapidly evolving world of open-source software and hardware.

Organized by the team behind Open Source For You magazine, Open Source India has been a significant platform for India's open-source ecosystem since 2004. Over the years, the event has evolved into a major conference and expo focused on practical learning, emerging technologies, community participation, and industry collaboration.

The 2026 edition carries the theme:

“Where Open-source Communities Drive The AI Era”

The theme reflects the growing relationship between open-source communities and technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, DevOps, cybersecurity, and next-generation software development.

With an expected audience of 6,500+ delegates, 85+ expert speakers, and 50+ technical sessions, Open Source India 2026 is designed as a large-scale technology gathering for professionals, learners, innovators, and organizations interested in open-source technologies.

Event Details

Event: Open Source India 2026
Edition: 23rd Edition
Dates: 7–8 October 2026
Venue: NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru
Theme: Where Open-source Communities Drive The AI Era
Expected Delegates: 6,500+
Expert Speakers: 85+
Technical Sessions: 50+

A Major Gathering for the Open-Source Community

Open Source India brings together a diverse range of participants from across the technology ecosystem.

The event is designed to create a shared space where people working with open-source technologies can learn from experts, discover new tools, exchange ideas, participate in technical discussions, and build professional connections.

The audience includes:

Software developers
DevOps engineers
Cloud architects
AI practitioners
Cybersecurity professionals
Startup founders
IT decision-makers
Researchers
Educators
Students
System administrators
Project managers
Enterprise technology teams
Government organizations
Open-source contributors
FOSS community members

This broad participation makes OSI a cross-functional technology event where technical practitioners, business leaders, researchers, students, and community contributors can interact in one environment.

The 2026 Theme: Where Open-source Communities Drive The AI Era

Artificial intelligence is increasingly connected with open-source frameworks, libraries, tools, infrastructure, and collaborative development.

Against this backdrop, Open Source India 2026 places open-source communities and the AI era at the centre of its theme.

The conference provides a platform to explore how open technologies are influencing areas including:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Explore developments and technologies connected to AI and machine-learning ecosystems.

Cloud Computing: Discover approaches to cloud infrastructure, platforms, and open technologies.

DevOps: Learn about tools, practices, automation, infrastructure, and development workflows.

Cybersecurity: Explore open-source technologies and approaches relevant to security.

Next-Generation Software Development: Understand how open technologies continue to influence modern application development.

A Curated Technical Conference Programme

One of the key features of Open Source India is its curated conference programme, designed to address a wide range of technical interests.

The event features multiple technical tracks and learning formats, allowing attendees to explore subjects relevant to their roles and interests.

The programme includes:

Keynote Sessions

Hear perspectives and insights from industry experts addressing developments across open-source technology and related fields.

Technical Talks

Attend focused sessions covering technologies, tools, engineering practices, and real-world applications of open-source solutions.

Panel Discussions

Engage with discussions that bring different viewpoints and experiences together around technology and the open-source ecosystem.

Workshops

Participate in structured learning sessions focused on practical technologies and skills.

Hands-On Learning Sessions

Explore practical approaches to solving real-world engineering challenges using open-source technologies.

Technical Tracks and Areas of Interest

Open Source India 2026 brings together multiple areas of technology under the broader open-source ecosystem.

The conference programme covers areas such as:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
DevOps
Cloud Infrastructure
Software Development
Databases
Open-source Hardware
Community-driven FOSS initiatives

This range allows participants to explore both established technologies and emerging areas that are shaping modern software and infrastructure.

Learn from Industry Experts

With 85+ expert speakers expected at the event, Open Source India provides opportunities to hear directly from experienced technology professionals and industry voices.

Speaker-led sessions can offer practical insights into technologies, development practices, infrastructure approaches, open-source projects, and real-world engineering challenges.

For professionals and students, these sessions can provide exposure to ideas and approaches beyond their everyday technical environments.

Explore the Open Source India Technology Expo

Alongside the conference, Open Source India 2026 includes a technology expo where companies, startups, and open-source projects can showcase their work.

The expo provides space for exhibitors to present:

Developer tools
Cloud platforms
AI solutions
Embedded technologies
Enterprise software
Open-source projects
Technology products and solutions

Visitors can explore technologies and engage directly with exhibitors to understand their products, platforms, tools, and use cases.

Opportunities for Companies and Startups

The expo also creates opportunities for businesses and technology organizations to connect with professionals and decision-makers.

Exhibitors can engage with developers, technology buyers, IT infrastructure managers, and enterprise representatives through product demonstrations and direct conversations.

The event environment can support activities such as:

Product demonstrations
Lead generation
Technology discovery
Professional networking
Partnerships
Recruitment
Enterprise engagement

For startups and technology companies, the expo provides a physical platform to showcase products and build visibility within the open-source and broader technology ecosystem.

Networking and Community Connections

Networking is a major component of the Open Source India experience.

The event brings together developers, open-source maintainers, enterprise architects, technology leaders, researchers, community contributors, and fellow professionals.

Participants can use the event to exchange ideas, discuss technologies, learn from one another, and explore potential collaborations.

These interactions can extend beyond the conference itself, particularly for participants who are active in open-source projects, technology communities, professional networks, and collaborative development.

Connect with Open-Source Maintainers

For developers and contributors, one of the valuable aspects of an open-source-focused conference is the opportunity to interact with people working directly on open-source projects.

Open Source India creates opportunities for participants to connect with maintainers and community members, discuss technical subjects, learn about projects, and understand how people contribute to collaborative software ecosystems.

These conversations can help attendees explore new technologies, discover projects, and expand their understanding of the wider open-source landscape.

Career and Professional Opportunities

Open Source India is relevant not only to technology learning but also to professional development.

The event brings together professionals and organizations from different parts of the industry, creating opportunities to discover technologies, meet potential collaborators, explore career conversations, and connect with technology companies.

For students and early-career professionals, the conference can also provide exposure to real-world technologies and industry practices.

Pass Categories and Access Options

Open Source India offers different pass categories based on attendee interests.

The event includes free community access, along with premium options that may provide additional conference sessions, workshops, networking opportunities, and lifetime access to selected conference videos.

This structure allows participants with different learning goals and professional backgrounds to choose the type of event access relevant to them.

Exact access and inclusions depend on the applicable pass category.

Open Source India for Developers

Developers can use the event to explore new technologies, attend technical sessions, participate in workshops, discover developer tools, and interact with open-source communities.

The conference programme spans software development, AI, databases, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and other areas that can be relevant to modern development workflows.

For developers interested in contributing to open-source projects, the event also offers opportunities to connect with project communities and other contributors.

Open Source India for AI Practitioners

With its 2026 theme focused on open-source communities and the AI era, the event provides a platform for AI practitioners to explore developments in the open-source technology ecosystem.

Sessions related to AI and machine learning form part of the broader technical programme, alongside cloud infrastructure, DevOps, software development, and other supporting technologies.

This provides an opportunity to look at AI not in isolation, but as part of a wider open-source and engineering environment.

Open Source India for Startups and Enterprises

Startups and enterprises can participate in OSI to explore technologies, discover tools, meet potential partners, connect with technical talent, and engage with the wider open-source community.

For organizations evaluating open-source technologies, the conference and expo provide opportunities to learn from practitioners and explore products and platforms in person.

The event also creates a meeting point between technical communities and enterprise decision-makers.

Open Source India for Students and Researchers

Students, educators, and researchers can use Open Source India as an opportunity to explore technologies beyond conventional academic environments.

Technical sessions, workshops, expert presentations, and networking interactions can provide exposure to current technology practices and open-source communities.

Researchers and educators can also engage with professionals and community members working across different areas of open technology.

A Platform for Knowledge Sharing

Open Source India has been built around the exchange of ideas and practical knowledge.

The conference format brings together different perspectives through talks, keynotes, panels, workshops, and interactive sessions.

This makes the event relevant not only to people looking to learn new technologies but also to professionals who want to share their experiences and engage with the larger technology community.

Why Attend Open Source India 2026?

Open Source India 2026 offers an opportunity to:

Explore emerging open-source technologies
Learn from expert speakers
Attend technical sessions and workshops
Discover AI, cloud, DevOps, cybersecurity, and development tools
Meet developers and open-source contributors
Connect with technology leaders and enterprise teams
Explore products and solutions at the technology expo
Network with startups and technology companies
Discover opportunities for collaboration
Expand technical and professional knowledge
Bengaluru Venue

The 23rd edition of Open Source India will be held at the NIMHANS Convention Centre in Bengaluru.

As the host venue for the two-day conference and expo, it will provide the setting for technical sessions, networking, technology showcases, and other event activities.

Participants attending the event should refer to their registration information for the latest venue access and event-day instructions.

Registration Is Mandatory

Registration is mandatory to confirm your expo pass.

Attendees are required to complete their registration through the official registration portal:

https://register.opensourceindia.in/

Participants should complete the registration process to confirm their expo pass before attending the event.

Open Source India 2026 – Event Highlights

Event: Open Source India 2026
Edition: 23rd
Dates: 7–8 October 2026
Venue: NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru
Theme: “Where Open-source Communities Drive The AI Era”
Expected Delegates: 6,500+
Speakers: 85+ expert speakers
Technical Sessions: 50+
Format: Technology conference and expo
Key Areas: AI & ML, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, software development, databases, open-source hardware, and FOSS initiatives
Participants: Developers, technology leaders, startups, enterprises, academia, government representatives, students, researchers, and open-source communities
Registration: Mandatory to confirm expo pass
Registration Portal: https://register.opensourceindia.in/

Experience the Open-Source Ecosystem

Open Source India 2026 brings together technology professionals, developers, businesses, educators, researchers, and open-source communities for two days focused on learning, collaboration, innovation, and technology discovery.

With 6,500+ expected delegates, 85+ expert speakers, and 50+ technical sessions, the 23rd edition provides a broad platform to explore the technologies shaping modern software development and infrastructure.

From artificial intelligence and machine learning to cloud computing, DevOps, cybersecurity, databases, open-source hardware, and FOSS, the event offers multiple ways to learn, connect, and discover.

At a time when open technologies are playing an increasingly important role in the development of AI and other emerging technologies, Open Source India 2026 brings the community together around the theme of how open-source collaboration is helping drive the next era of technology.

7–8 October 2026 | NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru

Register to confirm your expo pass:
https://register.opensourceindia.in/