Bharat Tex 2026: India's Flagship Textile & Apparel Trade Show
TL;DR: Bharat Tex is India's largest end-to-end textile exhibition — covering fibre, yarn, fabric, garments, home textiles, technical textiles, and machinery under one roof. It is the single highest-density sourcing event for apparel buyers in 2026.
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Bharat Tex 2026 — Dates & Venue
Hosted by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
Dates: 18–21 February 2026
Venue: Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi + Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka
Halls: 16 halls across two campuses, ~220,000 sqm
Expected exhibitors: 5,000+ | Buyer countries: 110+
Product Categories
Complete textile value chain in one event.
Apparel & ready-made garments (woven, knit, denim, athleisure)
Home textiles — bedding, curtains, table linen, kitchen linen
Fabrics — cotton, viscose, linen, silk, blends, performance
Carpets, rugs & floor coverings
Yarns & fibres (natural, MMF, recycled)
Technical textiles & non-wovens
Textile machinery, dyes & chemicals
Why Western Buyers Attend Bharat Tex 2026
Answer: Critical for buyers pursuing China+1 in apparel and home textiles.
Critical for buyers pursuing China+1 in apparel and home textiles.
Single window into 100% of India's vertically integrated textile mills
FTA-ready sourcing (UK CETA, India-UAE CEPA, Australia ECTA)
Direct factory pricing — no agent layers on the floor
Co-located fashion shows & buyer-seller meets (BSMs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Bharat Tex 2026?
Bharat Tex 2026 runs 18–21 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, with overflow at Yashobhoomi IICC Dwarka.
Is Bharat Tex open to international buyers?
Yes — Bharat Tex actively hosts international buyers through the Ministry of Textiles' reverse buyer-seller programme. Pre-registration unlocks hosted hotel & transfer benefits for qualified importers.
Can SWI host us at Bharat Tex 2026?
Yes — our buyer-host package includes pre-fair shortlisting, on-floor vetting, and 2–3 follow-on mill visits in Tiruppur, Panipat, Surat, or Ludhiana.
How do I get started with Small World India?
Send us your product specs or reference images via the contact form. Within 48 hours we shortlist 3 vetted factories with FOB pricing, MOQ, and lead times — at no cost.
What is the typical MOQ for sourcing from India?
MOQs range from 100 units (jewelry, handicrafts) to 5,000+ units (textiles, packaging). We negotiate flexible MOQs for first orders and combine SKUs across factories when needed.
How does Small World India ensure product quality?
Every order includes factory audit, mid-production inspection, and pre-shipment AQL 2.5 inspection by our in-house QC team. You receive photos, videos, and a full inspection report before shipment leaves the port.
Which countries do you ship to?
We export to 50+ countries with primary buyer concentration in the USA, UK, Germany, France, Netherlands, Australia, Canada, UAE, and Japan. We handle FOB, CIF, and DDP terms.
What are your fees?
Standard sourcing commission is 5–10% of FOB value, billed only after you confirm a PO. Inspections and freight are billed at cost with no markup.
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