T-CHIP™ Inaugurates Office, Sets Vision to Make Telangana India’s Semiconductor Capital
How Telangana is shaping India’s semiconductor destiny through a visionary Four-Pillar Roadmap.
Hyderabad, October 12, 2025 — The semiconductor wave that defines modern innovation has found a new home in Telangana. With the inauguration of the T-CHIP™ Office, the state takes a defining step toward establishing itself as India’s semiconductor powerhouse.
The launch of T-CHIP™ (Technology Chip Innovation Program) marks not just an institutional milestone, but the beginning of a comprehensive movement — one that blends research, innovation, and global partnerships to create a full-stack semiconductor ecosystem for India.
Recently, the T-CHIP™ Delegation, led by Sundeep Kumar Makthala, presented the state’s Four-Pillar Semiconductor Roadmap to the Hon’ble Minister for IT & Industries, Shri Duddila Sridhar Babu. The proposal follows an intensive study visit to Taiwan, the global epicenter of chip innovation, where the delegation engaged with leading semiconductor giants including TSMC, ARM, Synopsys, and Supermicro.
From Inspiration to Action
The insights from Taiwan have helped shape a framework tailored to Telangana’s strengths — creating an ecosystem where academia, startups, and industry collaborate seamlessly. The T-CHIP™ model mirrors global best practices while aligning with India’s long-term technological ambitions.
The Four Pillars of Progress
Each pillar of T-CHIP™ represents a cornerstone in building a sustainable, innovation-driven semiconductor ecosystem for the state — and for the nation.
1. Talent Development
A strong foundation begins with skilled minds. T-CHIP™ proposes the establishment of a Semiconductor Skill University through a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model. Collaborations with NYCU and TSRI (Taiwan) will enable knowledge exchange and joint research, targeting 20,000 trained semiconductor professionals every year by 2030.
2. Chip Design
Design drives innovation — and Telangana is positioning itself as a hub for chip creativity. The Telangana Design Hub, supported by ARM and Synopsys, will offer access to world-class Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. Over the next five years, the goal is to incubate 200+ chip design startups, fostering IP creation and fabless innovation.
3. Manufacturing
To strengthen India’s manufacturing backbone, T-CHIP™ envisions a phased roadmap:
- Phase I: Develop ATMP/OSAT (Assembly, Testing, Marking, Packaging) facilities.
- Phase II: Establish a Special Semiconductor Manufacturing Zone (SSMZ) in Telangana.
- Long-Term: Enable 28nm–65nm node fabrication, aligned with the National Semiconductor Mission.
This strategic roadmap aims to position Telangana as a critical node in global semiconductor manufacturing.
4. Applications & Industry 4.0
The journey extends beyond making chips — it’s about transforming industries. A Semiconductor Applications Hub will focus on next-generation technologies such as:
- EV & Renewable Energy (with GUS Technology)
- Smart Cities (through OLED and Transparent Display tech – LiteMax)
- AI & Cloud Infrastructure (with Supermicro)
- Robotics & Automation (via TAIROS collaborations)
The initiative will enable local MSMEs to integrate into global supply chains, ensuring that innovation translates into tangible industry growth.
Telangana: A Natural Choice for India’s Chip Future
Telangana’s evolution as a tech-first state has been driven by its proactive policies and strong institutional ecosystem. With innovation hubs like T-Hub, T-Works, MedTech Zone, and Pharma City, the state already houses fertile ground for semiconductor-led growth.
Backed by over 1.5 lakh engineering graduates annually, Telangana’s talent pool positions it uniquely to supply the human capital needed for this ambitious vision.
Roadmap to 2030: Building the Future Layer by Layer
- Phase I (2025–2026): Launch the Semiconductor Skill University, establish the Design Hub, and set up pilot ATMP units.
- Phase II (2027–2028): Expand with 200+ fabless startups, attract global ATMP units, and operationalize the Applications Hub.
- Phase III (2029–2030): Commission the 28nm–65nm fabrication plant and position Telangana as India’s first full-stack semiconductor ecosystem.
A New Industrial Renaissance
The inauguration of the T-CHIP™ Office on October 12th signals more than a ceremonial opening — it represents India’s stride toward technological self-reliance and global competitiveness.
Through its Four-Pillar Roadmap, T-CHIP™ seeks to transform Telangana into the beating heart of India’s semiconductor revolution — one chip, one innovation, and one ecosystem at a time.
“Semiconductors are the new steel of the digital age — and Telangana is ready to forge the future.”
