The Department of Science and Technology (DST), under the National Quantum Mission, published the report “Implementation of Quantum Safe Ecosystem in India” on February 4, 2026. The DST announced the report was prepared by a Task Force chaired by the CEO of C-DOT, following extensive stakeholder deliberations, and was opened for public comment until February 19, 2026.
According to reporting on the report, the Task Force recommended a phased approach to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) migration. Critical Information Infrastructure sectors such as government communications, financial services, and defense were given a 2027 deadline for initial PQC adoption, with full nationwide adoption targeted by 2033. A four-tier National PQC Testing and Certification Program was proposed, with dedicated laboratories under agencies like TEC, STQC, and BIS to begin testing quantum-safe solutions by December 2026.
Two sub-groups drove the program: the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) leading testing and certification, and the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) leading crypto-agility strategy and migration planning. The report mandated Cryptographic Bill of Materials submissions from vendors starting FY 2026-27 and prioritized indigenously developed quantum-safe products.