Approval granted for establishing Quantum teaching facilities/laboratories in 23 academic institutions across India, 100 more under consideration to support advanced research and training in emerging quantum technologies

• National Quantum Mission (NQM) is a ₹6,003.65 crore (2023-24 to 2030-31) Centrally-sponsored mission of the Department of Science & Technology (DST) to make India a leader in Quantum Computing, Communication, Sensing & Metrology, and Materials & Devices.
• In March 2026, the Centre approved quantum teaching facilities/laboratories in 23 academic institutions, with 100 more under consideration, to build trained human resources in quantum technologies.
• UPSC-relevant: intersects with GS-III (Sci-Tech, R&D, indigenisation), Atmanirbhar Bharat, and India's positioning in the global quantum race vis-à-vis the US/China/EU.