Insider Brief
- Rigetti Computing received an $8.4 million purchase order to deliver a 108-qubit, on-premises quantum computer to Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Bengaluru, with deployment planned for the second half of 2026.
- The system will use Rigetti’s proprietary chiplet-based architecture, designed to support scaling toward higher qubit counts needed for quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing.
- The order extends an existing partnership between Rigetti and C-DAC, following a September 2025 memorandum of understanding to co-develop hybrid classical-quantum computing systems for government and academic research.
PRESS RELEASE — Rigetti Computing India P L, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rigetti Computing, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGTI) (“Rigetti” or the “Company”), a pioneer in full-stack quantum-classical computing, today announced that it has received an $8.4 million purchase order to deliver a 108-qubit quantum computer to the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), India’s premier R&D organization of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The system will be installed on-premises at C-DAC’s Bengaluru center and is scheduled to be deployed in the second half of 2026.
The system includes Rigetti’s proprietary chiplet-based architecture, which is the foundation of Rigetti’s path to scaling to extremely high qubit count systems required for error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing.
“We are honored that C-DAC has recognized the value of Rigetti’s quantum computing technology and expertise by selecting our system for the first quantum computer to be installed and integrated into their supercomputing data center and systems. Our open and modular architecture enables the hands-on R&D and innovation C-DAC requires to bring hybrid classical-quantum supercomputing to their community of scientific and industrial partners,” says Dr. Subodh Kulkarni, Rigetti CEO. “This highlights the growing demand for on-premises quantum computers as national governments prioritize quantum computing, and Rigetti’s leadership in delivering state-of-the-art quantum computing systems for the world’s leading researchers,” says Dr. Subodh Kulkarni.
This order builds on Rigetti’s existing partnership with C-DAC. In September 2025, Rigetti and C-DAC announced that they had signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the co-development of hybrid quantum computing systems to support government laboratories and academics pursuing quantum computing R&D.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is India’s C-DAC paying for Rigetti’s quantum computer and when will it be delivered?
C-DAC placed an $8.4 million purchase order for the system, with deployment planned for the second half of 2026. The quantum computer will be installed on-premises at C-DAC’s Bengaluru center.
What is C-DAC and why is this order significant for India?
C-DAC, the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, is India’s premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The system will be the first quantum computer installed and integrated into C-DAC’s supercomputing data center, marking a significant step in India’s national quantum computing ambitions.
What makes Rigetti’s chiplet-based architecture important for this deployment?
Rigetti’s proprietary chiplet-based architecture is designed as a scalable foundation toward the extremely high qubit counts required for quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing. Its open and modular design is specifically suited to the hands-on R&D and innovation C-DAC needs for hybrid classical-quantum supercomputing research.
What is the relationship between Rigetti and C-DAC prior to this order?
The two organizations signed a memorandum of understanding in September 2025 to explore co-development of hybrid quantum computing systems supporting government laboratories and academic researchers. This purchase order directly builds on and formalizes that existing partnership.
What does this deal reveal about broader trends in quantum computing adoption?
Rigetti’s CEO highlighted the order as evidence of growing demand for on-premises quantum computers as national governments prioritize quantum computing investment. It positions government-backed supercomputing centers as key early customers for dedicated quantum hardware deployments.
