The second edition will focus on strengthening skilling systems, aligning skilling with industry demand, expanding access to future skills, and building international collaborations.
Bengaluru, 02 November 2026: The Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood (SDEL), Government of Karnataka, is set to host the second edition of Bengaluru Skill Summit from 3–5 November 2026 at The Lalit Ashok Bengaluru. The Summit is organised by the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC) in collaboration with the Karnataka Skill Development Authority (KSDA), Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as Knowledge Partner and managed by Trescon. With Japan as the country partner for this year’s edition, the Summit will bring together government, industry, academia, international stakeholders and youth to advance workforce development and skilling in Karnataka.
Following its inaugural edition in November 2025, the Summit returns under the theme “Workforce 2030: Scale, Systems, Synergy”, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academic institutions, training providers, international stakeholders and youth to address workforce requirements and strengthen the connection between education, skilling and employment.
The Summit will focus on Four Thematic Tracks:
Emerging Skills: Preparing for green jobs, AI, Industry 4.0, the digital economy and other growth sectors.
Skills for All: Advancing inclusion across women, youth, informal workers and the gig economy.
Innovation: Showcasing global and local best practices and ecosystem innovations in skilling.
Global Skills: Positioning Karnataka’s workforce for global employability and mobility.
The Summit is expected to record 6,500+ footfall, 150+ speakers, 100+ partners and 50+ exhibitors. The programme will focus on practical approaches to workforce development, including industry-led skilling, emerging technologies, institutional frameworks, inclusive participation and global talent mobility.
The Summit will be inaugurated by Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Chief Minister of Karnataka, in the august presence of Dr. G. Parameshwara, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka. The Summit will be presided over by Dr. Sharanprakash R. Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Medical Education and Skill Development, Entrepreneurship & Livelihood, Government of Karnataka.
The distinguished Guests of Honour will include Dr. M. B. Patil, Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development; Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Information Technology and Biotechnology, and E-Governance; Shri Basavaraja Rayareddy, Minister for Higher Education; Shri Santosh S. Lad, Minister for Labour; Shri Rizwan Arshad, Minister for Food and Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs; and Shri Vijayananda Kashappanavar,Minister for Small Scale Industries and Public Enterprises, Government of Karnataka.
