The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), a Deemed-to-be University under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh government on February 20, 2026, to establish India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence (AI) University campus in Amaravati. The agreement, inked at the India AI Impact Summit in the presence of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, and NIELIT Director General Dr. M. M. Tripathi, marks a transformative step in positioning the state as a deep-tech powerhouse.
This initiative anchors Andhra Pradesh’s ambitious “Quantum Valley” vision and Andhra Pradesh Quantum Mission (APSQM), integrating quantum computing, AI, and semiconductors to build a globally competitive ecosystem. As India’s pioneering institution focused exclusively on these frontier domains, the campus will offer comprehensive programs including UG, PG, PhD, and executive education in quantum algorithms, AI-machine learning, quantum communication, cybersecurity, hardware engineering, high-performance computing, and AI-quantum hybrids.
State-of-the-art research labs, industry partnerships, and skilling initiatives will drive innovation, addressing talent shortages in emerging technologies. Dr. M. M. Tripathi described it as “a major milestone in India’s deep-tech journey,” poised to become a national center of excellence. APSQM Mission Director CV Sridhar emphasized its role in “anchoring India’s next wave of deep-tech talent,” converging quantum science with AI applications.
NIELIT’s credentials, operating 12 campuses, certifying millions in electronics and ICT, and spearheading national missions, ensure robust execution.The university aligns with broader goals like the India AI Mission, semiconductor self-reliance, and workforce upskilling for quantum revolutions.
Located in Amaravati, the facility will attract global researchers, foster startups, and support APSQM’s roadmap for quantum hardware, software, and applications. It complements NIELIT’s ongoing quantum initiatives, including training centers and collaborations.
By nurturing specialized talent, the university accelerates India’s transition from AI consumer to innovator, bolstering economic competitiveness and technological sovereignty.
NIELIT and Andhra Pradesh Pioneer India’s First Quantum AI University in Amaravati
