India’s Quantum Dream Is Taking Shape
India’s Quantum Mission unites research, education, and innovation under one goal — to make the nation a global hub for quantum technology. Discover the people, policies, and breakthroughs propelling India into the frontlines of scientific progress.
India’s Quantum Leap Has Begun
The Rise of India’s Quantum Era
From pioneering research to national-scale initiatives, India is building the foundations of a quantum-powered future. Explore how scientists, innovators, and institutions are turning vision into reality, placing India among global leaders in quantum technology.
History
A Timeline of Quantum Progress
Quantum science has flourished for over a century, shaping our understanding of the universe and informing the engineering of tomorrow’s world.
Over a hundred years of ideas, experiments, and breakthroughs, quantum science has united the world’s brightest minds. Explore the milestones that brought us from theory to today’s powerful technologies. Discover India’s growing leadership in this incredible journey.
Global Milestones
India’s Quantum Journey
India’s Quantum Dream
- India’s renowned academic institutions made early contributions to quantum optics and condensed matter theory, building a strong research tradition.
- The National Mission on Quantum Technologies aims to create thousands of skilled quantum professionals, position India for global partnerships, and foster startups in quantum hardware and software.
- Indian teams are making headlines, inventing quantum communication methods, building prototype quantum processors, and joining global consortia.
World Leaders
- USA: Home to IBM and Google’s quantum labs, driving breakthroughs and inspiring competition.
- China: Rapid advances in quantum security and communications, including cross-border quantum networks.
- Europe: Cooperative initiatives join nations in research, development, and commercialization.
- India: Growing rapidly with state-led investment, world-class research, and vibrant industrial collaborations.
Indian Quantum Mission
About the Mission
The Indian Quantum Mission is a dynamic program driving research, education, and new technology to position India alongside global leaders in quantum innovation. The mission brings together government, universities, industry, and international partners, reflecting India’s commitment to progress, inclusion, and security in the digital age.
As the mission grows, it aims to foster entrepreneurship, expand skilled workforce training, and build infrastructure for quantum communication and computing.
Achievements So Far
- Indian scientists have contributed new methods for quantum cryptography, sensors, and algorithms, some recognized internationally.
- India’s labs collaborate with leading quantum hubs in the US, Europe, and Asia to exchange knowledge and develop standards.
- Quantum innovation centers and start-ups are attracting top talent while producing deployable solutions for government, industry, and society.
Current Projects
- Implementation of quantum-safe encryption for critical infrastructure and data protection.
- Creating quantum networks to enable ultra-secure communications between government, military, and research organizations.
- Developing education platforms and career pathways for students, researchers, and industry professionals.
🚀 What’s Next? As the mission accelerates, India will deploy quantum satellites for secure communication, host global conferences, and inspire a new generation of quantum innovators. By 2030, India aims to be globally recognized as a leader in quantum research, commercialization, and societal impact.
People & Organizations
Quantum Champions
India’s quantum champions include an impressive array of scientists, teachers, students, entrepreneurs, and volunteers. Each contributes to advances in quantum research, community outreach, and education, building a broad and inclusive talent pool for the nation.
Featured Scientists
Dr. Rajesh Kumar
IISc
Renowned for developing quantum programming languages and software that guide quantum experiments for next-generation computing systems.
Dr. Aarti Mehta
IITM
Innovating quantum materials for computers and advanced quantum devices, pushing the limits of quantum processor performance.
Quantum Ambassadors
Nationwide
Many more innovators, including educators, authors, and engineers, are joining forces to make quantum science accessible to every Indian.
Quantum Ambassadors
Volunteers organize local clubs, give talks at schools, and launch awareness campaigns, inspiring curiosity and learning. Meet our ambassadors through community highlights and workshops!
Key Organizations
- Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) lead research, training, and innovation.
- National labs and government agencies shape standards and policy.
- Growing quantum startups develop everything from quantum software to specialized hardware, engaging the next wave of business leaders.