Bengaluru-based quantum security startup, QNu Labs, has launched QNu Academy, a global educational platform for developing skilled professionals in quantum technologies and cybersecurity.
The initiative, aligned with the Indian government’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), seeks to equip students, faculty, and institutions with practical knowledge in quantum key distribution, quantum random number generation, and post-quantum cryptography.
The academy will offer hands-on lab work, real-world use cases, and industry-validated programmes designed in collaboration with Indian institutes like the IITs and DRDO, along with international research bodies. The programme also includes certification, placement support, and faculty development modules, emphasising building centres of excellence (CoE) in educational institutions to foster research and innovation.
Sunil Gupta, co-founder and CEO of QNu Labs, said, “QNu Academy is more than an educational platform. It is a national mission to democratise access to quantum education and build widespread awareness around quantum communications.”
The startup aims to create a sustainable ecosystem for quantum learning in India through such industry-relevant programmes, CoE labs, certified programmes, real-time projects, and assignments with placement opportunities. The academy will cater to universities, faculty members, and students, promoting skill development through instructor-led and self-paced learning.
It is positioned as a long-term investment in India’s digital resilience and leadership in quantum innovation. QNu Labs targets to close the talent gap in the emerging field of quantum technologies. “The future of cybersecurity in India depends on how well we prepare today’s learners to tackle tomorrow’s threats,” Gupta added.
Earlier in May, the company completed its series A funding round, raising ₹60 crore. The round was led by the NQM and included investments from Lucky Investment, Speciale Invest, Tenacity Ventures, and Singularity AMC. With this new capital, QNu had planned to expand its platform, QShield, which was recently launched on World Quantum Day and is purported to be the world’s first unique quantum security platform.
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