Mumbai Book Fair 2026
The Mumbai Book Fair 2026, organized by the National Book Trust, India (NBT), Ministry of Education, Government of India, is a major celebration of books, reading and literary culture in Mumbai. The fair brings together publishers, booksellers, distributors, authors, readers, educators, students and book enthusiasts, creating a common platform for discovering, buying and engaging with books across a wide range of subjects and genres.
The 2026 edition is scheduled to take place from 24 November to 29 November 2026 at the University of Mumbai, Vidyanagari, Kalina, Santacruz (East), Mumbai. The University of Mumbai's Kalina campus is located at Vidyanagari, Kalina, Santacruz East, Mumbai – 400098.
Visitors can explore a broad selection of publications presented by participating publishers and booksellers, including fiction, non-fiction, children's literature, educational and academic books, reference titles, Indian-language literature, popular books, professional publications and books covering a wide variety of subjects and interests.
The Mumbai Book Fair also provides an important platform for the publishing industry. Publishers, booksellers and distributors can showcase their latest publications, connect directly with readers and promote books and reading. NBT's Mumbai Book Fair model specifically provides opportunities for publishers, booksellers and distributors to display and sell their publications under one roof.
For readers, the fair offers the opportunity to browse books from multiple publishers in one location, discover new authors and titles, find books in different Indian languages and subjects, and build or expand their personal libraries. Students and educators can also benefit from access to educational, reference and academic publications.
Beyond book shopping, the fair forms part of the National Book Trust's broader mission of promoting books, reading and literary activities through book fairs, festivals, workshops, seminars and conferences.
With its combination of book exhibitions, publishing participation and opportunities for readers to discover and purchase books, the Mumbai Book Fair 2026 is expected to be an important literary gathering for Mumbai's reading community.