BIRC 2026 (Bharat International Rice Conference) is India's premier international rice conference scheduled for October 23-24-25, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. It brings together rice exporters, importers, technology providers, government officials, and industry stakeholders from around the world.

When and where is BIRC 2026?

BIRC 2026 will be held on October 23-24-25, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Bharat Mandapam is a state-of-the-art convention center that hosted the G20 Summit 2023.

How do I register for BIRC 2026?

You can register for BIRC 2026 at https://birc.in/register. Choose from three registration types: Exhibitor (to showcase products), Visitor (to explore and network), or Agent (to facilitate trade between exporters and buyers).

Who should attend BIRC 2026?

BIRC 2026 is ideal for rice exporters, importers, millers, processors, agriculture technology providers, government officials, policymakers, researchers, trade agents, and international buyers seeking Indian rice.

What is the venue for BIRC 2026?

BIRC 2026 will be held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India 110001. It is one of India's most prestigious exhibition and convention centers, accessible via Supreme Court Metro Station on the Blue Line.

Can international participants attend BIRC 2026?

Yes, BIRC 2026 welcomes international participants. The conference is specifically designed to facilitate international rice trade connections between Indian rice producers and global markets.

What are the exhibition categories at BIRC 2026?

Exhibition categories at BIRC 2026 include Basmati and non-basmati rice varieties, rice processing and milling machinery, packaging and storage solutions, quality testing and certification, logistics and supply chain services, and organic and specialty rice products.

How can I become a sponsor at BIRC 2026?

To become a sponsor at BIRC 2026, visit https://birc.in/sponsorship for available sponsorship packages, or contact the organizing committee through https://birc.in/contact for customized sponsorship opportunities.

Judge applications are open

Apply as a judge at BIRC 2026

Judges score the entries in one of three BIRC programmes, alongside the other judges on the panel, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 23–25 October 2026.

The application asks for a photo, your experience, a short profile and your CV if you have one. A WhatsApp code confirms your number.

Which programme do you want to judge?

Choose one. To judge a second programme, send a separate application afterwards.

Rice MasterChefA live rice cook-off on stage at Bharat Mandapam. Judges taste and score each dish on the day.Suits chefs, restaurateurs, culinary educators and food writers.

Rice Art ShowcaseAn international open call for art made from rice: grain, husk, straw, starch and rice paper. Judges assess the submitted work.Suits artists, curators, designers and craft specialists.

Creator AccessFood, travel and culture creators covering BIRC 2026 on their own channels. Judges review creator profiles and the content they publish.Suits food media editors, content strategists and established creators.

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