Tech Corridor
IT parks & R&D campuses
ITPL, EPIP Zone, and Prestige Tech Park are minutes away — home to major semiconductor and systems R&D centres.
Five days of the world’s premier VLSI and embedded systems conference — hosted at a five-star convention property in the heart of Bengaluru’s tech corridor.
Address
Prestige Shantiniketan,
Whitefield Main Road,
Bengaluru – 560048
From Airport
~45 km · 1h drive
5★
Marriott Category
10+
Meeting & Breakout Halls
2,000+
Delegate Capacity
45 km
From BLR Airport
Sheraton Grand, Whitefield, Bengaluru is a purpose-built convention property with a large plenary ballroom, multiple breakout suites, and dedicated exhibition space — all under one roof. It brings together the technical density of a research forum with the ease and comfort of a five-star stay.
Sited within the Prestige Shantiniketan mixed-use campus in Whitefield, the venue is minutes from Bengaluru’s largest IT parks and offers direct road, metro, and ride-share access from across the city and from Kempegowda International Airport.
Purpose-designed for large-scale conferences — every space is tuned for keynotes, technical tracks, tutorials, exhibitions, and hallway conversations alike.
A pillar-less grand ballroom with theatre-style seating for keynotes, opening ceremonies, and plenary sessions.
Configurable halls for parallel technical tracks, panels, and design contests — with pro AV and stage lighting.
Dedicated pre-function and exhibition space for sponsor booths, poster sessions, and startup showcases.
Multi-cuisine restaurants and curated breakout catering — from Indian regional to continental menus.
High-capacity, enterprise-grade Wi-Fi across every hall — sized for streaming, demos, and live coding.
Accessible entrances, dedicated seating, on-site concierge for travel/visa assistance, and 24/7 security.
Whitefield is well-served by road, rail, and metro — here’s the practical playbook for international and domestic delegates.
By Air
~45 km · 60–90 min by taxi
Direct connections to 70+ international cities. Pre-paid airport taxis and Uber / Ola are readily available at the arrival concourse.
By Rail
4–20 km · ride-share to venue
SMVT (Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal) and Whitefield are closest. KSR Bengaluru City Junction serves long-distance southern routes.
By Metro
Kadugodi / Whitefield stations
The Purple Line runs through Whitefield with the newest stations a short auto or ride-share from the venue. UPI accepted at gates.
Ride-share & Local
On demand across the city
Auto-rickshaws and pre-paid taxis are widely available. Most vendors accept UPI, credit card, and cash equally.
India offers e-Visa to most nationalities. Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 30 days in advance. Conference invitation letters are available on request — email info@vlsid.org.
Bengaluru in January is pleasant — typically 15–28°C (59–82°F). Light layers work well; evenings can be cool. Rain is uncommon.
Bengaluru’s tech corridor — from the offices of the world’s largest semiconductor and design houses to green spaces, cafés, and craft markets.
Tech Corridor
ITPL, EPIP Zone, and Prestige Tech Park are minutes away — home to major semiconductor and systems R&D centres.
Food & Culture
Regional South Indian, pan-Asian, and world cuisines within a short ride, plus artisan markets in central Bengaluru.
Green Spaces
Cubbon Park, Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, and Bangalore Palace anchor a weekend day away from the halls.
Stay at the venue for the fullest experience — or pick a partner hotel nearby. Use code VLSID27 at booking for negotiated rates.
On-site
Rate
Delegate rate
Distance
At the venue
The conference property. Zero-walk mornings.
Book at the venuePremium
Rate
From $135 / night
Distance
~3 km from venue
Short ride to venue. Full-service business hotel.
EnquireMid-Range
Rate
From $85 / night
Distance
~4 km from venue
Daily shuttle to venue included.
EnquireOur local arrangements team can assist with visas, hotel blocks, and group transfers.
For specific queries on tracks, papers, or sponsorships, reach out to the organizing team directly at info@vlsid.org.