Deep-tech firm QpiAI has inaugurated a state-of-the-art quantum foundry in Bengaluru. The Karnataka government has pledged full support to transition these capabilities into real-world industrial applications.
- QpiAI has completed Phase 2 of its 8-inch quantum foundry in Bengaluru.
- The company aims to scale to 10,000 physical qubits on a single QPU by next year.
- The facility focuses on superconducting qubits and peripheral quantum sensors.
Bengaluru-based deep-tech pioneer QpiAI has officially opened its quantum foundry, a strategic move designed to bolster the manufacturing of quantum processors and accelerate the adoption of quantum technologies within India. The facility is equipped to produce flip-chip-based superconducting qubits, marking a significant leap in the state's technological infrastructure.
The company has already demonstrated its prowess by fabricating four distinct Quantum Processing Units (QPUs): the 8-qubit Qvidya, 25-qubit Indus, 64-qubit Kaveri, and the 9-qubit Yukti. While the first three utilize transmon-based qubits, the Yukti QPU leverages a specialized variation of fluxonium qubits, which has shown exceptional promise in achieving error-corrected logical qubits.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that the integration of quantum manufacturing within India reduces reliance on foreign hardware and creates a sovereign capability in high-performance computing. This is critical for national security, financial modeling, and advanced pharmaceutical research.
Inaugurating the facility, IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge emphasized that establishing advanced manufacturing in Bengaluru is a pivotal step for the state's deep-tech ecosystem. He stated that the government's priority is now to translate these technical milestones into real-world applications, working closely with QpiAI and other industry leaders to build sustainable pathways for quantum adoption.
The shift from theoretical quantum research to active foundry fabrication is the 'industrial revolution' moment for quantum computing in India.
CEO and founder Nagendra Nagaraja revealed an ambitious roadmap involving the creation of Quantum Supremacy Centres (QSCs). These centers will function as 'Quantum AI factories,' combining error-corrected QPUs with clusters of AI processors to create hybrid quantum-AI data centers. The first QSC is currently being developed on a 10-acre site with 300,000 sq. ft. of built-up space.
| QPU Model | Qubit Count | Technology Base |
|---|---|---|
| Qvidya | 8 | Transmon-based |
| Indus | 25 | Transmon-based |
| Kaveri | 64 | Transmon-based |
| Yukti | 9 | Fluxonium (Error-Corrected) |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the ultimate goal of QpiAI's foundry?
The goal is to reach 10,000 physical qubits on a single QPU and eventually scale to 10,000 logical qubits through clustered QPU connectivity.
2. How will the Karnataka government support this initiative?
The government will facilitate the implementation of quantum technologies in real-world sectors and foster industry-led pathways for commercialization.
