IISc FQCI Quantum Computing Hub Under National Quantum Mission
Why in the news
The Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru set up a new body, FQCI, to anchor quantum computing work within the National Quantum Mission.
Key facts
- Institution: Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
- New body: Foundation for Quantum Computing Innovation (FQCI).
- Role: Quantum Computing Thematic Hub of the National Quantum Mission (NQM).
- Financial outlay of NQM: ₹6,003.65 crore.
Technology focus
The hub will work across five hardware routes.
| Platform type |
|---|
| Photonic |
| Superconducting |
| Semiconductor |
| Neutral-atom |
| Trapped-ion |
Exam angle
- Mission: National Quantum Mission, funded for 2023-24 to 2030-31.
- Hub type: Quantum Computing Thematic Hub, hosted at IISc.
- Likely question: the outlay figure of ₹6,003.65 crore.