Quantum technology startup QpiAI has announced that it will install India’s first homegrown 8-qubit quantum computer in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, by November 2025. The system, developed entirely in-house, is being deployed at VIT-AP University with backing from the National Quantum Mission.
This marks a major milestone in India’s pursuit of indigenous quantum capabilities, aligning with the country’s long-term vision to build a competitive quantum research ecosystem. The installation in Amaravati will be accompanied by training resources, educational outreach, and free software access for the state’s academic network.
QpiAI’s decision to locate the computer in Andhra Pradesh reflects a growing decentralization in India’s quantum roadmap, with multiple states now emerging as research and development hubs.
Bridging research, education, and public access
Beyond just installation, QpiAI plans to launch the “Amaravati Cloud”—a quantum computing interface that will enable global users to run simulations remotely. According to the company, the platform will support early research in fields like agriculture, water conservation, and healthcare by allowing scientists and students to access quantum capabilities without hardware dependency.
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To cultivate local talent, QpiAI will bundle the system with curated learning material, allowing students and institutions in Andhra Pradesh to gain hands-on exposure to quantum computing fundamentals.
The initiative reflects a growing trend in India’s science and tech policy: open access paired with skill development, enabling broader participation in high-tech innovation.
Andhra’s push toward India’s ‘Quantum Valley’
While QpiAI’s base remains in Bengaluru—where it has developed a 25-qubit system and a dedicated research park—the expansion into Amaravati is being viewed as a symbolic step toward building India’s ‘Quantum Valley’. The startup has also secured 10 acres in Karnataka for a larger ₹500 crore R&D centre and is in early talks to expand to Delhi, Maharashtra, and Northeast India.
With state-level backing and support from the National Quantum Mission, Andhra Pradesh is now positioning itself as a serious player in quantum technology. For QpiAI, this move signals a shift from centralised innovation to distributed, locally embedded infrastructure that can accelerate quantum adoption across the country.
