India’s First Quantum and AI University
Amaravati to Get India’s First Quantum and AI University: The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the establishment of India’s first dedicated Quantum and AI University Campus at Amaravati.
The campus will be established by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
The project will cover 8.5 acres and involve an investment of ₹730.7 crore over five years.
Focus Areas of the University
The institution will combine education, research, skill development, innovation and entrepreneurship with a focus on advanced deep-tech fields.
Major areas include:
- Quantum Computing
- Quantum Communication and Security
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Data Science
- Semiconductor Fabrication
- Chip Design
- VLSI
- ATMP
- Embedded Systems
- High Performance Computing
The university is expected to offer UG, PG, doctoral, diploma and executive programmes.
Academic Programmes to Begin in 2026
While the permanent Amaravati campus is being developed, academic research and advanced technology skill programmes are expected to begin from September 2026 at a temporary campus of Acharya Nagarjuna University in Guntur.
The permanent project is proposed to receive full financial support through Government of India grants-in-aid via MeitY.
Quantum Research and Innovation Block
A major component of the campus will be the Quantum Research, Innovation & Incubation Block, covering approximately 1.2 lakh sq. ft.
The facility will include infrastructure for:
- Quantum computing
- Quantum communication
- Quantum photonics
- Quantum security
- Cryogenic computing
- High-performance computing
- Cleanroom and nanofabrication
- Semiconductor technology
- Chip design
- Data centre
- Startup incubation
Target: 8,250 Learners in Five Years
The university aims to train 8,250 learners over five years.
| Category | Target |
| Degree programmes | 1,650 learners |
| Skilling & certification | 6,600 learners |
| Total | 8,250 learners |
By the fifth year, the institution is expected to have an annual intake capacity of around 3,913 learners.
Academic and research collaborations are planned with institutions including IIT Tirupati, IIIT Sri City, Andhra University and JNTU colleges.
Green and Smart Campus
The permanent campus is planned as a green and smart technology campus.
Key features will include:
- Solar power generation
- Solar water-heating systems
- Energy-efficient utilities
- EV charging stations
- Scientific waste management
- Smart classrooms
- Advanced laboratories
- Hostels
- 500-bed accommodation
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Amaravati to Get India’s First Quantum and AI University:
| FACT | DETAIL |
| University | Quantum and AI University |
| Location | Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh |
| Significance | India’s first dedicated Quantum and AI University campus |
| Implementing Institution | NIELIT |
| Ministry | MeitY |
| Investment | ₹730.7 crore |
| Project Duration | 5 years |
| Campus Area | 8.5 acres |
| Temporary Campus | Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur |
| Programmes Start | September 2026 |
| Major Focus | Quantum technology, AI & semiconductors |
| Research Block | 1.2 lakh sq. ft. |
| Five-Year Learner Target | 8,250 |
| Degree Learners | 1,650 |
| Skilling & Certification Learners | 6,600 |
| Fifth-Year Annual Intake | 3,913 |
| Accommodation | 500 beds |
| Planned Collaborations | IIT Tirupati, IIIT Sri City, Andhra University & JNTU colleges |
