Salon du Chocolat India 2026 receives MSME support.
In a proud milestone for India’s growing chocolate and pâtisserie movement, Salon du Chocolat India 2026 is now officially supported by the Ministry of MSME under the PMS Scheme.
This support opens an unprecedented opportunity for MSME-registered chocolatiers, artisanal brands, boutique pâtisseries, bakers, confectioners and premium F&B creators across the country.
For the first time ever, India’s artisans can showcase their work at a global-format chocolate festival with 80–100% reimbursement on their participation costs, as per MSME norms.
Why This Matters for India’s Chocolate & Pâtisserie Community
At its heart, Salon du Chocolat has always been a platform for creativity, craftsmanship and discovery.
With MSME support now extended to the India edition, the stage becomes even more accessible for:
- Small-batch chocolatiers and bean-to-bar makers
- Homegrown brands ready to scale
- Regional pâtisserie and baking talents
- Startups exploring cocoa, cacao-based innovation or speciality desserts
- Boutique dessert studios and creative confectioners
This isn’t just financial assistance, it’s recognition.
Recognition that India’s artisanal chocolate and dessert sector is an engine of innovation, entrepreneurship and cultural expression.
What MSME-Registered Exhibitors Can Avail
Under the Ministry’s PMS Scheme, eligible exhibitors can receive:
✔ 80–100% reimbursement of participation spend
Including stalls, branding and related eligible costs as per MSME guidelines.
✔ Access to a global-quality exhibition platform
Where some of the world’s most celebrated chocolatiers, pastry artists and gourmet brands gather.
✔ The chance to present your craft to buyers, retailers, influencers and consumers
All under one roof — across two unforgettable days.
✔ A place in India’s first-ever Salon du Chocolat
A moment of history for the country’s dessert and chocolate industry.
A Festival Designed for Discovery, Collaboration and Growth
The India edition of Salon du Chocolat is not just an event, it’s a movement.
A space where creators tell their story, brands expand their reach, and visitors experience chocolate in ways they never have before.
With MSME support now in place, this movement becomes more inclusive, more diverse and more empowering for the artisans shaping India’s chocolate future.
How to Participate
If you are MSME-registered, this is your opportunity to be part of a global festival with unmatched visibility and renewed government-backed support.
📅 16–17 January 2026
📍 Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
Spaces are limited, and the curation is selective to maintain the artisanal, premium and creative focus of the festival.
From small ateliers to ambitious startups, from traditional confectioners to modern pâtisserie creators, this is your moment.
Join us at Salon du Chocolat India 2026 and bring your craft to the world.
Visit www.salonduchocolatindia.com for more information.