India, May 26 -- Every major technology shift today is powered by something most people rarely see: the semiconductor chip.

Chips form the backbone of progress from artificial intelligence and electric vehicles to 5G, 6G, robotics, smart healthcare, defence systems and advanced computing. As these technologies get more powerful and commonplace, the need for skilled chip design professionals is increasing exponentially. And, this growth is particularly relevant for India.

India Semiconductor Mission estimates that the Indian semiconductor market was valued at approximately US$38 billion in 2023, increased to about US$45 to 50 billion in 2024-25, and is projected to reach US$100-$110 billion by 2030. The Government of India has also suppo...