National Quantum Ecosystem
Find, explore, and connect with academic institutions, startups, research laboratories, and industry partners backed by the National Quantum Mission across India.
| Institution / Entity | Location | Vertical | Technical Alignment | Core Hub Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Science (IISc) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | Computing | Host of T-Hub on Quantum Computing. Superconducting qubit hardware development, quantum algorithms, quantum error correction research. | Computing T-Hub (IISc) |
| Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Communication | Host of T-Hub on Quantum Communication. Optical fiber secure links, satellite quantum key distribution (QKD), cryptography. | Communication T-Hub (IIT-M) |
| Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Sensing | Host of T-Hub on Quantum Sensing & Metrology. Precision timing, atomic clocks, magnetometers, diamond NV centers. | Sensing T-Hub (IIT-B) |
| Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi | New Delhi, Delhi | Materials | Host of T-Hub on Quantum Materials & Devices. Topological materials design, 2D semiconductor chips, Josephson junctions. | Materials T-Hub (IIT-D) |
| Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Computing | Coherence modeling in superconducting chips, cryogenic electronics calibration, fundamental quantum systems. | Computing T-Hub (IISc) |
| International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Hyderabad | Hyderabad, Telangana | Computing | Quantum computer compilation, open-source quantum simulation software architectures, quantum web portals. | Computing T-Hub (IISc) |
How to Join the National Ecosystem?
The Department of Science & Technology periodically issues calls for proposals (CFPs) for research funding, incubation support, and testbed access. Academic institutions wishing to align their research laboratories, or startups developing hardware prototypes, can register through the T-Hubs.
By joining the ecosystem, entities gain access to shared fabrication facilities (cleanrooms), low-temperature dilution refrigerators, and regional fiber metropolitan testbeds. It also unlocks opportunities for joint collaborative projects with defense research labs (DRDO) and space telemetry divisions (ISRO).
Ecosystem FAQ Log
Is testbed access free?
Yes, approved startups and academic partners get subsidized or free access to DST funded infrastructure.
Who manages the directory?
The DST Frontier Technologies Division maintains and updates partner entries quarterly.