India’s semiconductor journey is moving ahead at full speed! At SEMICON India 2025, several important partnerships and initiatives were announced. These will help the country build stronger chip-making, design, research, and talent ecosystems.
Let’s look at the 13 major highlights:
1. Tata Electronics + Merck MoU
Merck will support Tata’s new semiconductor fab at Dholera, Gujarat. The focus will be on:
- Materials and infrastructure
- Supply chain solutions
- Safety, talent, and global standards
This will boost India’s self-reliance in chip-making.
2. Tata Electronics + C-DAC MoU
This partnership will strengthen India’s chip design and IP (Intellectual Property) ecosystem. It will support:
- Startups and MSMEs
- Academia under ChipIN, DLI Scheme, and Chips-to-Startup programs.
3. Kaynes Semicon + SPARSH-IQ, 3rdiTech, Focally & SenseSemi
Together, they will develop India’s first fully indigenous AI vision solution for automotive and industrial use.
- Camera modules designed and built entirely in India
- Less import dependence, more domestic IP
4. Kaynes Semicon + Infineon
India’s first Made-in-India MEMS Microphone for wireless earbuds and wearables was launched.
- Also packaging Infineon’s power wafers in India
- Supports renewable energy, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors.
5. L&T Semicon + IIT Gandhinagar & C-DAC
They will develop a secure chip with a smart operating system for:
- e-Passports
- National IDs
- Cryptographic security products
6. L&T Semicon + IISc Bangalore
A new National Innovation Hub for Semiconductors & Quantum Tech will be built.
- Combines advanced research and fabrication with industry expertise
- Aimed at next-gen R&D.
7. Indiesemic (Gujarat)
A woman co-led domestic startup launched the IoT Evolution Board powered by C-DAC’s VEGA processor.
Applications: Smart Cities, Health-Tech, Defence, Industrial Automation, and Drones.
8. NIELIT + Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA)
A partnership to boost semiconductor skilling and industry-academia linkages.
- Hackathons
- Joint lectures
- Trainer programs and innovation challenges
9. ISM + NAMTECH MoU
To build a talent pipeline for semiconductor manufacturing.
- Specialized programs in chips, automation, and AI
- Clear industry placement pathways for students.
10. ISM + Arizona State University MoU
Partnership for:
- Semiconductor research
- Innovation
- Academic exchange and workforce development
11. C-DAC + Synopsys & IIT-M Pravartak
Startups and MSMEs under the DLI Scheme will get access to Synopsys IPs through ChipIN Centre.
- Helps faster design
- Reduces time-to-market
12. C-DAC (DLI Scheme Expansion)
Provides approved companies with:
- Global IP cores
- Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools
- Post-silicon validation services
13. India Deep-Tech Investment Alliance (IDTA)
A $1 billion commitment to support deep-tech companies and startups.
- Mobilizes private capital
- Brings global expertise to India’s chip ecosystem
From fabs and chip design to skilling, research, and funding—these announcements show that India is becoming a global hub for semiconductors.
- Global trust
- Domestic innovation
- Strong talent pipeline
The future of chips is being shaped in India, and SEMICON India 2025 has set the stage for a new era of growth.
