India's premier gathering for the interpreting, translation and localisation industry — where media, BFSI, AI and language services meet the next billion customers.
ThemeBeyond Borders: AI, Language & the Future of Global Content
The 2026 Edition
Registration opens soon — register your interest below and we'll send dates, agenda and ticket details the moment they go live.
India is among the world's top five economies, on track to be the 3rd largest by 2027. With 1.4 billion people, nearly a billion under 35, and an aspiring middle class with rising purchasing power, India is now the market global brands cannot afford to misread. SAMVĀD brings together the experts who help global organisations comprehend the complexities of the Indian market and demystify its intricacies.
Curated 1:1 meetings, buyer-vendor matchmaking, and the corridor conversations that lead to long-term client relationships across Indian and global markets.
Talks, panels and workshops covering media & OTT, BFSI vernacular, AI & automation, monetisation models, and the business of multilingual growth.
Delegate fees and sponsorship opportunities are attractively priced for the convenience of visitors and organisations from across the world.
Share original work on localisation, language AI, multilingual growth, voice & multimedia, BFSI vernacular strategies, or the technologies shaping the industry. Selected submissions take the Samvād 2026 stage; strong ideas not selected may be featured in the CITLoB webinar series.
The detailed agenda goes live — and stays editable — as sessions, speakers and workshops are confirmed. Here is the thematic split.
A programme built for engagement — from hands-on innovation to community recognition. Beyond the main stage, four anchors shape the experience.
A showcase of localisation-tech innovation — AI tools, dubbing & subtitling workflows, and multilingual customer experience.
Entries soonRecognising excellence in translation, creative writing and technology innovation across India's language community.
Categories soonResearch from Indian academia takes the stage — bridging the classroom and the language industry.
Papers soonDirect 1:1 connections with experts, a CXO cocktail mixer, and an event networking app to plan your meetings.
Details soonThe Samvād 2026 line-up is being confirmed now — keynote, panellists and workshop leaders are announced as their commitments land. In the meantime, a sample of voices who shaped recent editions.
From the inaugural virtual edition in 2020 to the milestone 2025 gathering in New Delhi — Samvād has grown each year in scale, reach and ambition. Samvād 2026 is the 6th edition.
Delegate fees are kept accessible by design — for the convenience of visitors and organisations from across the world. Member Companies enjoy the deepest discount; freelancers and students are welcomed at concessional or complimentary rates. Final pricing confirmed when registration opens; locking these now lets you plan budgets and travel.
| Category | Early Bird (₹)Until 31 Jul 2026 | Regular (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CITLoB Member Companies | 4,800 | 6,000 | 20% Early-Bird discount |
| Member Company · Employee Group minimum 3 participants | 4,200 | 6,000 | 30% group discount |
| Non-Member Company | 5,600 | 7,000 | 20% Early-Bird discount |
| Non-Member Company · Additional Tickets minimum 3 participants | 4,900 | 7,000 | 30% group discount |
| Freelancer · CITLoB Member | 1,000 | 1,000 | Member rate, flat |
| Freelancer · Non-Member | 2,500 | 2,500 | Flat rate · limited to 25 tickets |
| Friendly Association Members | 2,400 | 3,000 | 20% Early-Bird discount |
| Students | Free | Free | Complimentary · Professor letter mandatory · limited to 25 seats |
Samvād is made possible by partners who believe in India's language industry. The 2026 sponsorship architecture is built around business outcomes and buyer access, not just branding. With the event confirmed for 26–27 October at Holiday Inn Mumbai, early commitments lock in the best placement and category exclusivity.
USD conversions at ₹95 = $1. Past 2025 sponsors included GALA, Crystal Hues, MoniSa Enterprise, Feltiv, Awtomated and more.
Register your interest and we'll send you the full agenda, speaker line-up and ticket details as they go live. Planning international travel? Early notice helps with visa timelines.