Quantum Technology Division
The increasing prominence of quantum computing presents a significant risk to the classical cryptographic algorithms being used today to secure the transmission of sensitive data. It may impact many sectors, including healthcare, energy, finance, security, energy, etc. As a result, there is a growing need for quantum communication technologies to address the evolving demands of secure communication in a quantum-enabled era.
Quantum Technology division in TEC was created as part of 6G Technologies Division in January, 2022 to cater to the emerging technologies and enhanced role envisaged for TEC in niche technologies. The Quantum Technology Division was made a separate vertical in July 2023.
Work Responsibilities
- Preparation of National Standards for Quantum Communication
- Study of the various technologies and preparation of study papers on latest technologies in the field of Quantum Communication.
- Contribution to Global standardization bodies such as ITU –T, IEEE, etc. in the area of Quantum Communication Technology
- Testing and Certification of Quantum Communication Technologies
- Creating awareness and fostering collaboration among industry/start-ups, academia and R&D institutions in the areas of Quantum Communication Technologies.
Standards/Test Guides/Technical Reports Released:
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1. |
Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Key Distribution System |
TEC 91000:2022 |
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2. |
Test Guide on Quantum Key Distribution System |
TEC 91001:2023 |
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3. |
Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Safe and Classical Cryptographic Systems |
TEC 91010:2023 |
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4. |
Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Random Number Generator |
TEC 91020:2024 |
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| 5. | Technical Report on Migration to Post Quantum Cryptography | TEC 910018:2025 | Download | 31-01-2025 | |
| 6. | Technical Report on Quantum Secure 5G / beyond 5G Core using Post-Quantum Cryptography | TEC 910028:2025 | Download | 31-01-2025 |
INTERNATIONAL QUANTUM COMMUNICATION CONCLAVE
Quantum Technology Division of TEC conceptualized the “International Quantum Communication Conclave” to bring together the researchers and the industries working in Quantum Technologies, foster the creation of a community among academia, R&D Institutions, and industries and create awareness among all the stakeholders about the significant works/research being carried out in the areas of Quantum Communication. The two editions of International Quantum Communication Conclave has been organized by TEC in collaboration with C-DOT and TSDSI.
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Third International Quantum Communication Conclave |
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25th April 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi |
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Inaugurated By |
The conclave was inaugurated by Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Hon’ble Minister of Communications and Development of the Northeastern Region in the august presence of Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Hon’ble Minister of State for communications and Rural Development; Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Govt. of India; Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Chairman Digital Communication Commission and Secretary (T) and Ms. Tripti Saxena, Sr. DDG and Head, TEC. |
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Exhibitors at the Conclave |
1. Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) 2. QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd. 3. C R Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Science 4. QuTeSS Lab Pvt. Ltd. 5. New Age Instruments & Materials India 6. QpiAI Pvt. Ltd. |
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| Second International Quantum Communication Conclave | ||
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Date |
15- 16 February 2024 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi |
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Inaugurated By |
Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary Telecom and Chairman Digital Communications Commission, inaugurated the conclave in the august presence of Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to Govt. of India; Dr. Subrata Rakshit, Director General, Techonlogy Management, DRDO and Smt. Tripti Saxena, Sr. DDG and Head, TEC. |
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Exhibitors at the Conclave |
C-DOT, QuNu Labs Pvt. Ltd., QpiAI India Pvt Ltd, SuperQ Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Thales Group, Silicofeller Quantum, Keysight Technlogies, Scytale India Pvt. Ltd. |
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YouTube Link |
Day 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNZGDHTIMbU&t=7097s
Day 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPyyaTOzcDM
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Report of the conclave |
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| First International Quantum Communication Conclave | ||
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Date & Venue |
27 – 28 March, 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi |
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Inaugurated By |
Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Minister of Communications, Electronics & IT and Railways inaugurated the conclave in the august presence of Shri Devusinh Chauhan, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications; Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to Govt. of India; Shri K Rajaraman, Secretary(Telecom), Shri Sunil Gupta, CEO, QuNu Labs and Shri Ritu Ranjan Mittar, Sr. DDG and Head, TEC.
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Exhibitors at the Conclave |
C-DOT, ID Quantique, QuLabs, QuNu Labs, Scytale Alpha Private Limited and Silicofeller Quantum |
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YouTube Link |
Day 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fnb023Oc7e0&t=2664s
Day 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG_qNFjEtY8&t=22785s
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NATIONAL WORKING GROUP ON QUANTUM TECHNOLOGY (NWG-QT)
Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), Department of Telecommunications has constituted a “National Working Group on Quantum Technology (NWG-QT)” to have a focused and coordinated approach for development of standards on Quantum Technology and contributing to global standardization activities, keeping in view the national interest.
NWG-QT has an objective to bring on-board all stakeholders on Quantum Technology from academia, industry/startups, R&D organizations, service providers, Govt. Organizations, etc. for the development of standards in Quantum Technology domain.