National Quantum Mission
India government programme funding quantum startups
National Quantum Mission took part in 1 disclosed round in Indian startups in 2026 (1 as lead), most often Series A rounds in AI & Deep Tech; its latest was QNu Labs on 9 September 2026.
About National Quantum Mission
The National Quantum Mission sits under the Department of Science and Technology with an approved outlay of Rs 6,003.65 crore for FY24 to FY31. It gives grants to quantum startups through thematic hubs. QpiAI was among eight early selections, and Bloq was one of nine picked in April 2026.
Investment thesis
- Fund quantum computing, software and hardware startups through grants
- Startups sit under four thematic hubs
Stages
Sectors
Deals in 2026
| Date | Company | Round | Amount | Role | Co-investors | Story |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 September 2026 | QL QNu Labs | Series A1 | ₹200 Cr | Lead | Speciale Invest | Story |
Stage and sector mix
Disclosed rounds National Quantum Mission took part in, by stage and by sector.
| Stage | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Series A | 1 | 0 |
| Sector | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| AI & Deep Tech | 1 | 0 |
Frequent co-investors
| Investor | Rounds together |
|---|---|
| Speciale Invest | 1 |
Best bets in India
Indian portfolio
- BLBloqAI & deep tech · 2026IISc FQCI hub; quantum software
- QLQNu LabsEnterprise Software & IT · in at Series A · 2026 · Led
- QP
QpiAIAI & deep tech · in at Series A · 2025 · Led
India-based companies only. Linked names have a StopDown page; the rest link up on their own as soon as we cover them.
National Quantum Mission in the news
- QLQNu Labs · News · 4 October 2026QNu Labs aims for ₹80 crore revenue in FY27QNu Labs is a Bengaluru deep-tech firm that builds security products designed to withstand attacks from future quantum computers
- QLQNu Labs · Funding · 9 September 2026 · ₹200 CrQNu Labs raises ₹200 crore for quantum securityQNu Labs develops quantum-safe cybersecurity products including key distribution, random number generation, and post-quantum cryptography for critical…
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Questions about National Quantum Mission
How many investments did National Quantum Mission make in India in 2026?
StopDown has recorded 1 disclosed round in Indian startups with National Quantum Mission in 2026 so far, 1 of them as lead. The latest was QNu Labs on 9 September 2026 (₹200 Cr).
Which sectors does National Quantum Mission invest in?
In the 2025 and 2026 rounds StopDown recorded, National Quantum Mission invested most often in AI & Deep Tech (1 round). Its stated focus: AI & deep tech.
Does National Quantum Mission lead rounds?
Yes. StopDown's records name National Quantum Mission as lead or co-lead in 1 of the 1 rounds it took part in during 2025 and 2026, 1 of them in 2026.
Sources: techcrunch.com · thequantuminsider.com · outlookbusiness.com · checked 2026-10-18