National Quantum Mission (NQM)

• Academic institutions, R&D labs, and consortia working in quantum computing, communication, sensing/metrology, and materials/devices.
• Startups working in quantum technology, preferably DPIIT-registered and Indian-owned/controlled as per startup support guidelines.
• For teaching lab support, eligible institutions include Government-funded/aided technical institutions/universities and eligible AICTE/UGC-recognised institutions meeting quality benchmarks.

• Funding and institutional support for quantum R&D, prototypes, product development, and commercialisation through NQM T-Hubs.
• Startup support can include seed/prototype funding and scale-up support routed through T-Hubs/TIHs.
• Creation of skilled manpower, research infrastructure, and industry-academia collaboration in quantum technologies.
• 17 quantum startups supported as of April 2026.

Startups apply through online calls/challenges; applications are evaluated on need, feasibility, impact, novelty, team strength, and fund-utilization plan. Other applicants apply through DST/NQM calls or the relevant Thematic Hub (T-Hub) based on the focus area

The National Quantum Mission (NQM) aims to seed, nurture and scale up scientific and industrial R&D and create a vibrant & innovative ecosystem in Quantum Technology (QT) in the country. As part of the mission, four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) will be established as Section-8 Companies, not-for-profit entities, within premier academic institutions and national research and development labs. These T-Hubs will specialize in four distinct technology verticals: Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum Materials & Devices.

• National Quantum Mission psa.gov.in
• Startup Support Guidelines dst.gov.in