ChipIN Centre Ranking: Karnataka Leads Chip Tape-Outs
Why in the news
Karnataka came out on top among states under the ChipIN Centre programme, which backs semiconductor design in the country.
Key facts
- Leader: Karnataka, with 81 organisations and 73 tape-outs.
- Karnataka’s use of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools: about 88 lakh hours.
| State | Organisations | Tape-outs |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | 81 | 73 |
| Tamil Nadu | 79 | 33 |
| Telangana | 42 | 28 |
About the ChipIN Centre
- Launched by MeitY in 2023 at C-DAC.
- Supports chip design through infrastructure, tools and technical expertise.
Exam angle
- Nodal ministry: MeitY.
- Hosting body: C-DAC; launch year: 2023.
- Tool category: EDA.
- Ranking: Karnataka, then Tamil Nadu, then Telangana.