Mumbai, 9 Apr (CXO Media): Deloitte India has established a quantum research centre at IIT Bombay.
Quantum Collaboration Between Industry And Academia
Deloitte India announced the launch of its Quantum Centre of Disruption for Enterprises (QCoDE) at the ASPIRE Research Park on the campus of Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. The centre is designed to support applied research and enterprise-led pilots in quantum technologies, reflecting a growing shift from theoretical research toward early-stage commercial testing.
The initiative brings together academic researchers, start-ups, and enterprise users to test practical applications of quantum computing. The collaboration aligns with India’s broader policy direction under the National Quantum Mission, which focuses on building domestic capability in quantum technologies, including computing, communication, and sensing.
Focus On Enterprise-Level Quantum Applications
The QCoDE facility will focus on developing proof-of-concept projects and scalable applications for enterprise environments. Priority areas include supply chain optimisation, materials simulation, drug discovery models, and quantum-safe cybersecurity frameworks. The centre will also explore hybrid models that combine quantum computing techniques with artificial intelligence systems to address computational problems that conventional systems find difficult to solve.
Enterprises participating in the centre are expected to move through stages that include use-case identification, pilot testing, and scaled deployment. This reflects a wider trend in which companies begin testing quantum-enabled workflows before large-scale quantum hardware becomes widely available.
Talent Development And Ecosystem Support
Apart from technology development, the centre is expected to support workforce training and academic research partnerships. Locating the facility within the IIT Bombay ecosystem allows closer coordination between researchers and industry users, particularly in areas requiring specialised technical skills.
India’s quantum ecosystem remains at an early stage, but initiatives involving academic institutions and private sector players have increased in recent years. Establishing dedicated research facilities within university-linked research parks is emerging as a model for translating academic findings into enterprise-level applications.
