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Amaravati to get India’s first dedicated Quantum and AI University Campus

Andhra Pradesh is set to strengthen its position in emerging technologies with the approval of a dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence University campus in Amaravati. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has approved the project, which will be established by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

The proposed campus will come up across 8.5 acres with an estimated investment of ₹730.7 crore over five years. The initiative aims to create an advanced ecosystem combining higher education, research, technologfy development, skill-building, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Academic and skill-development programmes are expected to begin in September 2026 from a temporary facility at Acharya Nagarjuna University in Guntur, while construction of the permanent campus progresses.

The university will offer programmes in high-growth technology areas including Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication and Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Semiconductor Fabrication, Chip Design, VLSI, Embedded Systems and High-Performance Computing.

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A proposed Quantum Research, Innovation and Incubation Block will further support research and startups through specialised infrastructure covering quantum technologies, photonics, cybersecurity, semiconductors and high-performance computing.

The project is expected to train around 8,250 learners over five years through degree, certification and skill-development programmes. Partnerships with leading institutions will also support academic collaboration and research.

The initiative aligns with national priorities such as the National Quantum Mission, IndiaAI Mission and India Semiconductor Mission, marking a significant step towards building India’s future-ready deep-tech talent base.

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