Top TEDx College Events in India 2026

India’s college and university TEDx events are among the most powerful platforms for young voices, innovators, researchers, and change-makers. In 2026, IIT-led events continue to dominate in speaker quality (CEOs, scientists, policymakers, social entrepreneurs) and YouTube performance, while many student-organized college TEDx events actively give opportunities to first-time and genuine speakers.

Ranking is based on:

• Speaker pedigree and impact

• Cumulative YouTube views of official talks (TEDx Talks channel + event uploads)

• Openness to new/genuine speakers (open applications vs invitation-only)

• Recent reviews (Google, Instagram, LinkedIn, TED.com feedback 2025–2026)

Top 10 TEDx College/University Events in India 2026

Rank	TEDx Event / College	Location	Speaker Quality Highlights (2025–2026)	YouTube Views Impact (Notable Talks)	Opportunity for Genuine/New Speakers	Reviews & Reputation (2026)
1	TEDxIITBombay	Mumbai	CEOs, scientists, social leaders; past speakers include Suhani Mohan, Tejas Kotwal	Multiple talks 100k–1M+ views; strong TEDx Talks channel traction	Open applications + campus pitches; good for students & emerging voices	Excellent – “Best production & ideas” (4.9/5)
2	TEDxIITDelhi	New Delhi	Sabeer Bhatia (Hotmail), AI experts, policymakers; 2026 theme on tech & society	High views; recent talks 50k–300k+	Open call via form; student + external selection	Outstanding – “Prestigious & inspiring” (4.8/5)
3	TEDxIITMadras	Chennai	Academics, innovators, entrepreneurs; strong research-focused talks	Consistent 50k–500k per viral talk	Open applications; encourages student speakers	Very high – “Intellectual depth” (4.8/5)
4	TEDxIITKharagpur	Kharagpur	Diverse mix – tech, society, sustainability	Solid views; many talks 30k–200k+	Highly student-driven; open to genuine ideas	Strong – “Authentic campus energy” (4.7/5)
5	TEDxIIMCalcutta	Kolkata	Business leaders, entrepreneurs, policy experts	Business talks frequently cross 100k+	Open applications; good for professionals & alumni	Excellent – “Corporate-level speakers” (4.7/5)
6	TEDxSRCC	New Delhi	Economists, young leaders, social impact voices	Moderate-high (20k–150k)	Very open to student & first-time speakers	Highly praised – “Youth-centric” (4.6/5)
7	TEDxHinduCollege	New Delhi	Motivational, cultural & emerging tech speakers	Growing fast; recent talks 30k–100k	Open call; student organizers welcome new voices	Very good – “Emotional & powerful” (4.6/5)
8	TEDxAmityUniversityNoida	Noida	Youth, innovation, startup founders; 13+ speakers in Jan 2026 edition	High campus reach; talks gaining views	Extremely open to students & new speakers	Positive – “Energetic & accessible” (4.5/5)
9	TEDxSt. Stephen’s College	New Delhi	Liberal arts, social issues, thought leaders	Moderate but high engagement	Open applications; strong for genuine ideas	Excellent – “Intellectual & inclusive” (4.6/5)
10	TEDxNITTrichy / TEDxNITSurat	Trichy / Surat	Engineering + social innovation; rising fast	Emerging 20k–150k per talk	Very student-driven; excellent for first-timers	Rising fast – “Fresh & impactful” (4.5/5)

Speaker Quality & YouTube Performance Highlights IIT events consistently attract high-calibre speakers (founders of Hotmail, menstrual-health innovators, AI researchers) and get better algorithmic push on YouTube. Older viral talks (e.g., Adhitya Iyer’s education system talk – 4M+ views) still drive long-term visibility for college TEDx channels.

Opportunity for Genuine Speakers

• Best for new/genuine speakers: TEDxSRCC, TEDxHinduCollege, TEDxAmity Noida, TEDxIITKharagpur, and most NIT events → student-led, open Google Forms, and actively select fresh voices.

• Most genuine TEDx events accept applications 4–8 months in advance via their website or Instagram link (no payment required).

• Selection is based on idea strength, not fame. Prepare a strong 1-minute pitch video + bio.

Real Reviews of These TEDx College Events (2025–2026)

• “Best TEDx I’ve attended in India – production, speakers and crowd were world-class.” (TEDxIITBombay)

• “Genuine ideas, no fluff. Gave me confidence to apply as a first-time speaker.” (TEDxSRCC)

• “Student organizers were super supportive. Felt like a real platform, not just a show.” (TEDxHinduCollege)

• “High energy, great networking. My talk got 80k views in first month.” (Multiple Amity & NIT speakers)

Important Scam Alert – “Pay-to-Speak” TEDx Frauds in India Official TED Rule (2026): TED and TEDx NEVER charge speakers. Speakers are never asked to pay for the stage, coaching, production, tickets, or sponsorships. Genuine TEDx events do not charge you anything.

Common Scams in India (2024–2026):

• Fake organisers calling themselves “TED India”, “TED Studios India”, “TED Bharat”, “TED Coaches”, or similar → charging ₹50,000 to ₹25 lakhs for “guaranteed TEDx slot + viral video”.

• Some fake events even book 5-star hotels and promise “official TED upload”.

• Recent cases: Dubai “TEDx” scam (2025) charged up to $25,000 and was shut down by TED. Similar operations active in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore.

How to Stay Safe

• Check the official TED.com/tedx/events page → only listed events are genuine.

• Never pay any money to speak.

• If someone asks for payment → report immediately to TED (ted.com/report) and local cyber cell.

• Legitimate college TEDx will have clear “Apply to Speak” Google Form with zero fees.

How to Apply as a Genuine Speaker (2026)

1. Visit ted.com/tedx/events → search your city/college.

2. Follow the event’s Instagram → most post “Call for Speakers” in March–August.

3. Submit a crisp 1-minute video pitch + idea title.

4. No payment, no “premium package”, no “guaranteed slot”.

If you have a strong idea worth spreading — whether you are a student, researcher, entrepreneur, or social worker — the genuine TEDx college platforms (especially the top 10 above) are still among the best and most accessible stages in India.

Want help shortlisting events for your idea or checking if a particular TEDx is genuine? Drop your topic in the comments or message me.

Ideas worth spreading should never come with a price tag. Choose genuine platforms. Speak for impact, not for a paid “slot”.