Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Andhra Pradesh Achieves 50,000 Quantum Course Enrollments
Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, is very happy because more than 50,000 people from the state have signed up for a special course about quantum technology.
This course is offered by IIT Madras and IBM Research.
The goal is to train a lot of people in quantum technology to make Andhra Pradesh a leader in this field.
The Chief Minister wants to reward the top students and plans to have more programs to teach quantum technology in schools and work with top universities and companies.
This is all part of a big plan to make Andhra Pradesh a place known for advanced technology and innovation.
The course is part of a larger effort to make the state a hub for quantum research and innovation.
Over 50,000 learners from Andhra Pradesh enrolled in the Advanced Quantum Skilling course offered by IIT Madras and IBM Research under the NPTEL platform.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu aims to train 100,000 quantum professionals to position Andhra Pradesh as a leader in quantum research and innovation.
The course is part of a broader strategy to achieve future-ready skilling and technology-driven economic growth in the state.
Naidu plans to personally felicitate the top performers of the course.
The Andhra Pradesh government is committed to partnering with premier global and national institutions to build a robust talent pipeline in emerging technologies.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and over 50,000 learners from Andhra Pradesh
- What
- Enrollment in the Advanced Quantum Skilling course
- When
- Enrollments recorded on the NPTEL platform
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To create a pool of globally benchmarked quantum professionals and position Andhra Pradesh as a leader in quantum research and innovation
Government and Educational Institutions
General Public
Course Importance
Government and Educational Institutions
The government and educational institutions view the course as crucial for developing a skilled workforce and positioning Andhra Pradesh as a leader in quantum technology.
General Public
The public sees the course as an opportunity for personal and professional growth in a cutting-edge field.
- Enrollments
- 50,000+
- Course Providers
- IIT Madras, IBM Research, NPTEL
- Target Professionals
- 100,000
- Chief Minister
- N. Chandrababu Naidu
- Vision
- Amaravati Quantum Valley
- Platform
- NPTEL
- Certification Courses
- 600+
Sources
AP CM Chandrababu Naidu Lauds Surge in Quantum Skilling Enrolments
Andhra CM lauds milestone as over 50,000 students enrol for quantum course
Andhra CM Lauds Milestone as 50,000 Students Enrol for Quantum Course
