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Quantum Sensing & Metrology Thematic Hub

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established 1958
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The Quantum Sensing & Metrology Hub at IIT Bombay develops ultra-precise quantum sensors including atomic clocks, magnetometers, and the Qmet technology platform for navigation, defense, and scientific applications. These sensors achieve measurement precision beyond classical limits.

Research Focus

Atomic clocks with 10⁻¹⁵ precisionQuantum magnetometersQuantum gravimetersQmet technology platformGPS-free navigation systems

Key Objectives

  • •Develop atomic clocks with 10⁻¹⁵ precision
  • •Build quantum magnetometers for defense applications
  • •Create quantum gravimeters for resource exploration
  • •Establish Qmet technology platform
  • •Deploy GPS-free quantum navigation systems

Key Research Areas

Atomic Clocks

Ultra-precise timekeeping for navigation, telecommunications, and fundamental physics

Quantum Magnetometry

Highly sensitive magnetic field sensors for medical imaging and defense

Qmet Platform

Integrated quantum metrology technology for commercial applications

Key Achievements

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Demonstrated atomic clock with 10⁻¹⁴ precision
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Developed quantum magnetometer prototypes
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Established Qmet technology foundation
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Published 35+ papers in quantum sensing

Infrastructure & Facilities

Atomic physics laboratory
Quantum optics facilities
Precision measurement systems
Cryogenic sensor testbeds

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India Invests In Superconducting Qubit Chips Under National Quantum Mission - Quantum Zeitgeistquantum-computing

India Invests In Superconducting Qubit Chips Under National Quantum Mission - Quantum Zeitgeist

Under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), India is prioritizing the development of superconducting qubit chips and related technologies to bolster its quantum computing ecosystem. The Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, recently outlined these efforts, which are centered around four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs). The quantum computing hub at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, is collaborating with institutions like IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) on diverse quantum platforms, including superconducting qubits. This initiative aims to foster technology development, human resource creation, and collaboration with start-ups such as QpiAI India and Dimira Technologies. National Quantum Mission: Thematic Hub Development Under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) have been established to foster development in quantum technologies. These hubs prioritize technology development, human resource creation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with industry. The quantum computing hub located at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru is specifically focused on superconducting qubits, photonic processors, and other quantum platforms, working with academic and research partners. Several premier institutions are contributing to quantum processor research, exploring diverse approaches. These include IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, the Raman Research Institute, and TIFR Mumbai. Research focuses on superconducting qubits, semiconducting qubits, photonic processors, and neutral atom systems, demonstrating a broad approach to quantum computing development within the NQM framework. To support superconducting qubit research, dilution refrigeration laboratories—capable of operating at ultra-low temperatures—are being established at TIFR Mumbai, IISc Bengaluru, and TIFR Hyderabad.

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India Invests in Superconducting Qubit Chips Under National Quantum Missionquantum-computing

India Invests in Superconducting Qubit Chips Under National Quantum Mission

Under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), India is prioritizing the development of superconducting qubit chips and related technologies to bolster its quantum computing ecosystem. The Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, recently outlined these efforts, which are centered around four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs). The quantum computing hub at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, is collaborating with institutions like IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) on diverse quantum platforms, including superconducting qubits. This initiative aims to foster technology development, human resource creation, and collaboration with start-ups such as QpiAI India and Dimira Technologies. National Quantum Mission: Thematic Hub Development Under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) have been established to foster development in quantum technologies. These hubs prioritize technology development, human resource creation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with industry. The quantum computing hub located at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru is specifically focused on superconducting qubits, photonic processors, and other quantum platforms, working with academic and research partners. Several premier institutions are contributing to quantum processor research, exploring diverse approaches. These include IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, the Raman Research Institute, and TIFR Mumbai. Research focuses on superconducting qubits, semiconducting qubits, photonic processors, and neutral atom systems, demonstrating a broad approach to quantum computing development within the NQM framework. To support superconducting qubit research, dilution refrigeration laboratories—capable of operating at ultra-low temperatures—are being established at TIFR Mumbai, IISc Bengaluru, and TIFR Hyderabad. The government also plans a National Quantum Computing Fabrication Facility and indigenou

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Indian Quantum Facilities at IITs & IISc Announcedquantum-computing

Indian Quantum Facilities at IITs & IISc Announced

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the establishment of four state-of-the-art Quantum Fabrication and Central Facilities totaling ₹720 crore. These facilities will be located at IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Delhi under the National Quantum Mission (NQM). IIT Bombay and Kanpur will focus on quantum sensing and metrology infrastructure, while IISc Bengaluru and IIT Bombay will advance quantum computing fabrication utilizing superconducting, photonic, and spin qubits; IIT Delhi will host quantum materials and device development. This initiative positions India among global leaders in next-generation quantum technologies, fostering a sovereign, secure, and scalable quantum hardware ecosystem. ₹720-Crore Investment in Quantum Fabrication & Facilities A ₹720-crore investment will establish quantum fabrication and central facilities across four key institutions: IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Delhi. This initiative, under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), aims to build indigenous quantum fabrication capacity and reduce India’s dependence on foreign quantum labs. The facilities will focus on quantum sensing, computing, and materials, creating a hardware ecosystem for sovereign, secure, and scalable quantum devices. These will be accessible to academia, industry, and strategic sectors nationwide. IIT Bombay and IIT Kanpur will anchor the nation’s quantum sensing and metrology infrastructure, while IISc Bengaluru and IIT Bombay will advance quantum computing fabrication using superconducting, photonic, and spin qubits. IIT Delhi will host India’s quantum materials and device development ecosystem. This specialized infrastructure will allow for prototyping indigenous quantum devices and supporting translational research, alongside training a new generation of quantum hardware experts. The ₹720-crore investment is intended to act as a springboard for India to build globally competitive quantum hardware, accelerating progress to

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Government approves ₹720 crore for new quantum technology labs under National Quantum Mission - The Statesmanquantum-computing

Government approves ₹720 crore for new quantum technology labs under National Quantum Mission - The Statesman

To boost India’s laboratory infrastructure for quantum computing, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Monday announced funding of ₹720 crore to establish four advanced lab facilities under the National Quantum Mission (NQM). The minister highlighted that these state-of-the-art fabrication centres will be set up at IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Delhi. He made the announcement during his visit to IIT Bombay.Advertisement Discover moreKolkataBookSri LankaShirdispeaker “These facilities,” he said, “will empower India to design, fabricate, and scale its own quantum technologies, ushering in an era of sovereign, secure, and world-class scientific innovation.” Advertisement Discover moreKolkataShirdiBookSri Lankaspeaker The Science Minister noted that these facilities will not be restricted to scientists working under the NQM but will also be accessible to academia, industry, start-ups, and strategic sectors across India. Singh stressed the importance of breaking silos and fostering multilateral collaboration among major institutes to translate academic R&D into real-world impact. He further added that India’s deep-tech innovations increasingly demand interdisciplinary training, noting that future medical education may soon require physics as a core component. He drew attention to the evolution of science and medical technology over the years—from the invasive diagnostic methods of the past to today’s emerging non-invasive, physics-driven therapeutics and emphasised that quantum technologies will accelerate this transition, enabling breakthroughs in healthcare, diagnostics, imaging, materials science and advanced computing. Advertisement Discover moreKolkataspeakerBookSri LankaShirdi <img alt="Share on WhatsApp" height="34" width="34" style="background:white;" src="https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/themes/statesmantheme/images/whatsapp.

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