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National Mission on Quantum Technologies and Applications

Department of Science and TechnologyactivetechnologyLaunched: 2023-04-19

About the Scheme

National Mission on Quantum Technologies and Applications (NM-QTA) with ₹6,003 crore aims to build India's quantum computing, communication, sensing, and cryptography capabilities. Approved April 2023 in Budget 2023-24. 8 years duration. 4 hubs: technology, computational, applications, workforce development.

Target Beneficiaries: Research institutions, technology companies, defence, telecom, banking sectors; quantum workforce of 50,000+

Implementing Agency: Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science & Technology

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✦Key Features

  • Budget: ₹6,003 crore over 8 years (2023-24 to 2030-31)
  • 4 Quantum Technology Hubs (Q-Hub): Technology, Computing, Applications, and Workforce Development
  • Focus areas: quantum computing, quantum communication (QKD), quantum sensing, quantum cryptography
  • Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) for secure government communications
  • Target: 50 qubit quantum computer by 2025-26; 100 qubit by 2030
  • Applications: drug discovery, financial modelling, logistics optimization, secure communications
  • Collaboration with ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, IITs, IISc, C-DAC

✓Eligibility Criteria

  • Public and private academic institutions and universities.
  • Government research organizations and laboratories.
  • Start-ups and industries with proven capabilities in quantum technology R&D.
  • Consortia of institutions and industry partners.

★Benefits

  • Achieving technological self-reliance in a critical and emerging field.
  • Creation of high-tech jobs and a skilled workforce for future industries.
  • Enhancement of national security capabilities through advanced encryption and sensing.
  • Stimulating economic growth by fostering new industries and applications.
  • Elevating India's global scientific and technological standing.

▶Application Process

  • Online submission of detailed project proposals through designated portals of the Department of Science and Technology.
  • Initial screening and technical evaluation by expert committees.
  • Presentation of proposals to a high-level apex committee for final approval.
  • Sanctioning of grants and signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).
  • Regular monitoring, progress reporting, and milestone-based fund disbursement.
  • Periodic evaluation of project outcomes and impact.

₹ Budget Allocation

6003

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