India's National Quantum Mission

₹6,003 Crore Investment in Quantum Future (2024-2031)

Tracking India's ambitious quantum technology initiative across 4 thematic hubs and a growing startup ecosystem

₹6,003 Crore
Budget
($720 million)
2024-2031
Timeline
8 years
4
Thematic Hubs
Leading IITs & IISc
50-1000 Qubits
Target
Quantum computers
India NQM Pillars

Mission Objectives

Quantum Computing

Develop 50-1000 physical qubit quantum computers on superconducting and photonic platforms

Quantum Communication

Establish 2000 km satellite-based secure quantum communication network

Quantum Sensing

Develop atomic clocks with 10⁻¹⁵ precision for navigation and timing

Quantum Materials

Create topological materials and devices for quantum applications

Qubit Scale-Up Roadmap

India's phased approach to building quantum computers with increasing qubit counts

Phase 1

3 Years
2024-2027
20-50 Physical Qubits

Foundation building with initial quantum processors

  • Establish quantum computing infrastructure
  • Develop superconducting qubit fabrication
  • Build photonic quantum systems
  • Demonstrate basic quantum algorithms
⟳ In Progress

Phase 2

5 Years
2024-2029
50-100 Physical Qubits

Scaling up quantum systems and improving coherence

  • Scale qubit fabrication processes
  • Improve quantum error correction
  • Develop quantum software stack
  • Establish quantum cloud access
○ Planned

Phase 3

8 Years
2024-2031
50-1000 Physical Qubits

Full-scale quantum computers with practical applications

  • Achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing
  • Deploy commercial quantum systems
  • Integrate with HPC infrastructure
  • Enable quantum advantage applications
○ Planned

Thematic Hubs

Four leading research institutions driving India's quantum technology development

Startup Ecosystem

India's growing quantum technology startup landscape

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Discover India's leading quantum technology companies
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QNu Labs and SRMIST Establish Quantum Communications Lab to Train Educator Cohort

QNu Labs and SRMIST Establish Quantum Communications Lab to Train Educator Cohort Indian quantum cybersecurity developer QNu Labs has partnered with the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) to establish a dedicated Quantum Communications Lab and train the university’s first certified cohort of faculty members in quantum communications. Supported by India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the workforce initiative focuses on training educators to scale quantum communications coursework across higher education institutions. Incubated at the IIT Madras Research Park, QNu Labs equipped the new laboratory at SRMIST’s Kattankulathur campus with deployed, industry-grade hardware—the same quantum-safe technology utilized across national defense and banking infrastructure. Rather than relying on simulated software environments, the facility provides students and academic researchers with physical quantum key distribution (QKD) hardware and quantum-safe infrastructure to build, test, and benchmark real-world cryptographic applications. Through the QNu Academy framework, the initial faculty cohort underwent training and professional certification in quantum communications. By qualifying educators to deliver standardized quantum communications courses, the joint initiative aims to scale quantum education across SRMIST’s academic programs, creating a direct workforce pipeline of industry-ready quantum engineers and security specialists in alignment with national skilling objectives. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Dr. JBV Reddy (Head of the Quantum Technology Cell at NQM), Dr. C. Muthamizhchelvan (Vice Chancellor of SRMIST), Sunil Gupta (CEO and Co-founder of QNu Labs), and representatives from T-Hub. The lab deployment strengthens SRMIST’s quantum research infrastructure alongside its existing physical hardware initiatives under the National Quantum Mission. Review the announcement on Raksha Anirveda here. Aug

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How 3 engineers are chasing India's quantum computing dream with an IIT professor - India Today

How 3 engineers are chasing India's quantum computing dream with an IIT professor They spent over a decade designing chips, built and sold a semiconductor company, and then started from scratch to enter quantum computing. Now, Sujoy Chakravarty, Ravi Mehta and Biman Chattopadhyay are building one of India's few commercial quantum computers through their Bengaluru-based startup Quanfluence, that hopes to beat what Google has been chasing till now.AdvertisementHow IIT Madras is helping 3 engineers build India's room-temperature quantum computer (In photo: 1st from R: Sujoy Chakravarty, 2nd: Biman Chattopadhyay, 3rd: Ravi Mehta, 1st from L: Sandeep Goyal, 2nd: Anil Prabhakar, 3rd: Aditi Vaidya) (AI-enhanced image)India Today Education DeskNew Delhi,UPDATED: Jul 28, 2026 11:13 ISTWritten By: Princy ShuklaAfter years of working on semiconductor technology, Sujoy Chakravarty, Ravi Mehta and Biman Chattopadhyay had already achieved what many entrepreneurs dream of.Their semiconductor intellectual property company, Silicon and Beyond, was acquired by Synopsys, one of the world's leading electronic design automation companies, in 2018.For many founders, such an exit would have marked the end of a long entrepreneurial journey.advertisement❮❯ Read Full StoryFor this trio, it raised a new question: could India build a quantum computer that businesses around the world would actually use? The answer led them to start Quanfluence, a Bengaluru-based deep-tech company now working on commercial quantum computing technology.A SIX-MONTH DETOUR THAT CHANGED THEIR CAREERSThe move into quantum computing was not a natural next step. Before Quanfluence, the three engineers had spent over a decade together at Texas Instruments, working in chip design and semiconductor engineering. They understood hardware, but quantum computing was an entirely new world.After their exit from Silicon and Beyond, they spent nearly six months studying different quantum technologies.They explored multiple approa

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Bloq Quantum Expands Quantum Education and Workforce Ecosystem in India via Strategic Partnerships Enterprise quantum software infrastructure provider Bloq Quantum has announced two strategic partnerships in Kerala, India, designed to accelerate quantum skilling, academic research, and institutional deployment across the region. The company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sree Buddha College of Engineering (SBCE) to establish an undergraduate quantum computing laboratory and entered an alliance with quantum education firm QClairvoyance, designating it as an official “Quantum Skilling Partner.” Institutional Infrastructure: SBCE Undergraduate Quantum Computing Lab Formalized by SBCE Principal Dr. K. Krishnakumar and Bloq Quantum Co-Founder & CEO Sreekuttan L S, the agreement with SBCE’s Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering establishes a dedicated Undergraduate Quantum Computing Lab on the college campus. Under the partnership, Bloq Quantum will provide faculty and students with cloud-based access to its low-code quantum development platform. The initiative includes several operational tracks: Curriculum & Skill Integration: Launching Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), capstone research projects, student club support, and co-hosted hackathons. Workforce & Career Pathways: Providing masterclasses led by industry practitioners, interview preparation, and merit-based internships within the Bloq Quantum ecosystem. National Quantum Mission (NQM) Research: Jointly drafting R&D grant proposals targeting funding under India’s National Quantum Mission, co-authoring scientific publications, and filing joint patents. Workforce Development: Strategic Alliance with QClairvoyance To scale quantum education beyond a single institution, Bloq Quantum’s collaboration with QClairvoyance positions the firm as a regional skilling partner to integrate Bloq’s software stack into broader institutional training modules. The partnership acts

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Ratan Tata Innovation Hub AP Partners with WISER and QISE to Build Andhra Pradesh Quantum Startup Ecosystem The Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)—a flagship incubation initiative established under the Government of Andhra Pradesh’s Innovation & Startup Policy (2024–2029)—has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Washington Institute for STEM, Entrepreneurship and Research (WISER) and its quantum education and research division, the Quantum Institute And STEM Education (QISE). The partnership is aimed at expanding deep-tech startup infrastructure, research commercialization, and talent development across Andhra Pradesh. The effort forms a core component of the state’s Amaravati Quantum Valley development strategy, bridging regional academic talent with global quantum ecosystems. Accelerating Regional Deep-Tech Commercialization Headquartered at Mayuri Tech Park in Mangalagiri (Amaravati) with regional spoke centers across Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, and Anantapur, RTIH operates a distributed incubation model designed to extend deep-tech resources into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Through the partnership with WISER and QISE, the initiative will deploy several core programs: Hardware-Agnostic Quantum Education: Leveraging QISE’s multi-modality curriculum—co-certified with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APCHE)—to train students and researchers on superconducting, trapped-ion, photonic, and quantum annealing systems. Start-up Incubation & Pre-Incubation: Integrating quantum research teams into RTIH’s structured startup support ladder, including the SPARK ideation bootcamp, the 6-week Future Founders pre-incubation program, and the Catalyst incubation track. National & Global Ecosystem Integration: Connecting local innovators with India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) and international industry partners to facilitate technology transfer across quantum computing, sensing, communications, and algorithms. Su

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Sree Buddha College of Engineering (SBCE) is establishing a dedicated quantum computing lab through a partnership with Bloq Quantum, positioning the private Kerala institute as a regional hub for undergraduate quantum technology education. Formalized on July 22, 2026, the collaboration will give SBCE students direct access to Bloq Quantum’s cloud-based quantum computing platform, known as “Bloq,” allowing them to move beyond theoretical study to practical application. The initiative includes faculty development programs and curriculum integration, as well as opportunities for student research and career advancement. Sreekuttan L S, Co-Founder & CEO at Bloq Quantum, said this collaboration is a significant step in making quantum technology accessible and practical for the next generation of engineers and researchers. SBCE and Bloq Quantum also plan to jointly pursue research grants and co-author publications through India’s National Quantum Mission. The collaboration extends beyond infrastructure to include faculty development programs and curriculum updates designed to integrate quantum concepts into existing coursework. SBCE students will receive comprehensive career support, including industry masterclasses and targeted internship assistance within the Bloq Quantum ecosystem. Top performers will qualify for exclusive, merit-based internships, providing further practical experience with commercial quantum infrastructure. This partnership focuses on building quantum expertise within the region and preparing students for emerging roles in the field. Source: https://www.bloq.in/ Stay currentSee today’s quantum computing news on Quantum Zeitgeist for the latest breakthroughs in qubits, hardware, algorithms, and industry deals. Tags: Ivy Delaney Ivy Delaney has been working with neural networks and machine learning since the mid-nineties, back when a couple of hidden layers and a long afternoon of training counted as ambitious. She has watched the field go from acad

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Introducing QuantumNews.in: News and Intelligence for the Global Quantum Ecosystem The global quantum technology ecosystem is expanding rapidly, with new research results, hardware milestones, funding announcements, policy initiatives and industry collaborations emerging every day. We are pleased to introduce QuantumNews.in, an independent news and information platform dedicated to helping researchers, students, professionals, investors and technology enthusiasts follow these developments in one place. QuantumNews.in provides coverage across the broader quantum technology landscape, including: Quantum computing hardware and software Quantum algorithms and error correction Quantum communication and networking Quantum sensing and metrology Post-quantum cryptography Academic research and scientific breakthroughs Startups, companies, investments and partnerships Government policies and national quantum programmes Alongside daily news coverage, the platform includes several structured resources for the quantum community. Quantum Answers Quantum Answers explains important concepts and frequently asked questions in accessible language. The objective is to help students, professionals and newcomers build a stronger understanding of quantum computing without oversimplifying the underlying science. Quantum Company Directory The Companies section tracks organisations working across quantum hardware, software, communication, sensing, security, consulting and enabling technologies. Company and country pages make it easier to explore the growing global quantum ecosystem. India’s National Quantum Mission QuantumNews.in provides dedicated coverage of India’s ₹6,003 crore National Quantum Mission, including its thematic hubs, research institutions, startups, policy announcements and ecosystem developments. Quantum News Daily Brief The platform also produces a podcast covering important developments from across the quantum technology sector for readers who prefer an audio briefing. O

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Mission Timeline (2024-2031)

2024
Mission Launch & Hub Establishment
✓ Completed
2025
Initial Infrastructure Setup
✓ Completed
2026
First Quantum Prototypes
⟳ In Progress
2027
50-Qubit Systems Demonstration
○ Planned
2028
Satellite QKD Testing
○ Planned
2029
100-Qubit Systems & Network Expansion
○ Planned
2030
Commercial Deployments Begin
○ Planned
2031
1000-Qubit Systems & Mission Completion
○ Planned