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India's First Indigenous Quantum Computing Testing Facility Launched at SRM University Amaravati Under National Quantum Mission

Target:UPSC GS-IIIMPSCSSC GATeachingPrelims HighMains MediumStatic GK Link
14 Apr 2026
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Source: Indian Express
Key Data:IBM 133-qubit80+ partnershipsWorld Quantum Day
Bodies:SRM UniversityAndhra Pradesh GovernmentIBM
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What This Article Covers

1.Andhra Pradesh CM launched India's first indigenous quantum computing testing facility, the Amaravati Quantum Reference Facility (AQRF), at SRM University Amaravati.

2.The facility, part of the Amaravati Quantum Valley under the National Quantum Mission, will host an IBM 133-qubit computer and has over 80 industry-academic partnerships.

3.The launch on World Quantum Day adds sovereign hardware capability to India's quantum portfolio, aiming to place it among the top five global quantum hubs.

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India's first sovereign quantum computing testing facility, Amaravati Quantum Reference Facility (AQRF), has been launched, marking a critical indigenous hardware milestone under the National Quantum Mission. This positions the Amaravati Quantum Valley as a global hub, complementing existing cloud and skilling infrastructure.

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Facility NameAmaravati Quantum Reference Facility (AQRF)
Quantum ComputerIBM 133-qubit
Partnerships80+ industry & academic
Launch DateWorld Quantum Day (April 14, 2026)

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  • ›Facility Name: Amaravati Quantum Reference Facility (AQRF)
  • ›Quantum Computer: IBM 133-qubit
  • ›Target this Data: First indigenous quantum computing testing facility
  • ›Target this Nodal Body: National Quantum Mission (NQM)
  • ›Target this Location: SRM University, Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh)

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