Founded in 2011, the India Art Festival (IAF) is the largest network of contemporary art fairs in India, hosting events annually in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. As India's premier art fair brand, IAF serves as a dynamic platform for dialogue and collaboration among art galleries, dealers, buyers, artists, interior designers, architects, and art enthusiasts.

The festival provides invaluable opportunities for emerging and mid-level artists, as well as major art galleries, to showcase their work. It acts as a talent scout, discovering and promoting new artists while integrating them into the art gallery system alongside established names.

IAF events feature a variety of attractions, including Fusion shows with live music and painting demonstrations. The festival also hosts "Conversations – Art Talks," a two-day seminar with panel discussions involving artists, gallerists, museum directors, critics, historians, and other key figures in the art world.

As the only contemporary art fair in India with four annual editions, IAF caters to independent artists and art galleries throughout the year in major cities. This model has been successful in bridging the gap between art galleries and independent artists.

The festival is supported by the 'Indian Contemporary Art Journal,' published by the India Art Festival group since 2007. This publication highlights unrepresented and marginalized voices in the Indian art market. The IAF Artists’ Pavilion further supports emerging talent by showcasing hidden gems from both rural and urban areas, offering diverse art choices to buyers.

IAF hosts over 100 artists and 75 galleries annually, presenting a wide range of artworks, including original pieces, prints, paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, and installations. These are displayed at prominent venues such as the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi, the Nehru Centre in Mumbai, and Palace Grounds in Bengaluru.

Since its inception, IAF has democratized the Indian art market by connecting rural and urban artists and creating accessible, engaging art experiences outside traditional spaces. During the COVID-19 pandemic, IAF adapted by offering a virtual edition with immersive 3D booths and online interactions, allowing art to be viewed and purchased from home. Now, IAF returns to in-person shows at its established venues.

The India Art Festival is an initiative of Ruturaj IndoArtFest Pvt Ltd, which also organizes the Mumbai Art Fair. The festival addresses the challenges of participating in art exhibitions, providing opportunities for wider exposure, sales, and promotion. With upcoming exhibitions, including the Mumbai Art Fair and IAF events across major cities, over 10,000 artworks are expected to be displayed. Artists and galleries are invited to book their booths for these exciting opportunities.