The technologies, developed at the MeitY-supported Centre of Excellence at IIT Madras, include over 50 verified components and an automated test platform.
This initiative aims to boost India’s semiconductor ecosystem, support research across academia, industry, and defence, and foster innovation through a shared national platform.
The project is expected to create educational and employment opportunities, enhance India’s global competitiveness, and advance self-reliance in high-tech sectors, with further development planned under the ISM 2.0 initiative.
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