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India Launches First Indigenous 32-Bit Microprocessor Vikram-32: Key Milestone in Semiconductor Mission | All You Need to Know

Made in India Chip 'Vikram-32' Launched at Semicon India 2025; Boost to Space, Defense Tech
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Patna/New Delhi: India has achieved a historic breakthrough in semiconductor technology with the launch of ‘Vikram-32’, the country’s first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, developed by ISRO’s Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL). This milestone was marked at Semicon India 2025, where Union Electronics & IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw handed over the first chip to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The event also marked the presentation of the first ‘Made in India’ test chips from four government-approved semiconductor design projects – a clear signal of India’s emergence as a credible player in the global semiconductor value chain.

Vikram-32: A ‘Made in India’ Chip for Space, Defense & Beyond

Developed by ISRO’s Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), Vikram-32 is a 32-bit microprocessor built with high efficiency, large memory handling capability, and designed to withstand harsh space conditions — including extreme temperatures and pressure.

This processor was successfully tested onboard the PSLV-C60 mission, proving its durability in space. But its applications go well beyond that.

Where Can Vikram-32 Be Used?

The Vikram chip’s versatility makes it ideal for a wide range of sectors

  • Space Missions: Navigation, control systems of launch vehicles
  • Defense: Strategic and high-precision defense equipment
  • Aerospace: Avionics and guidance systems
  • Automotive: Smart and secure vehicle technologies
  • Energy: High-performance industrial control systems

The processor is capable of handling complex mathematical and logical instructions, crucial for real-time mission-critical operations.

Strategic Power: From Satellites to Submarines

According to ISRO, the Vikram-32 processor not only advances India’s space capabilities but also acts as a force multiplier in defense technologies. It supports robust encryption, real-time response systems, and secure communication modules – all vital for military-grade applications.

Tech Specs: Inside the Vikram Chip

  • Architecture: 32-bit
  • Efficiency: Optimized for power and performance balance
  • Memory: Capable of large memory addressability
  • Environment: Designed to function in extreme conditions (space, temperature, radiation)
  • Precision: Supports decimal and complex mathematical processing

India’s Semiconductor Mission Gathers Pace

Speaking at Semicon India 2025, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced

  • 5 new semiconductor fabrication units are under construction
  • 10 key semiconductor projects have been approved
  • ₹1.6 lakh crore total investment committed
  • 23 design startups supported under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme
  • Over 280 academic institutions and 72 startups have received advanced research equipment

This progress is a part of the larger India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), which was launched under PM Modi’s vision to make India a semiconductor powerhouse.

“Chips Are the Digital Diamonds” – PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while receiving the Vikram chip at the event, remarked, “Oil was once the black gold of the world; today, chips are the digital diamonds. With Vikram-32, India becomes a credible and emerging force in the global semiconductor value chain.”

Global Attention on India’s Chip Journey

Minister Vaishnaw emphasized that in just 3.5 years, India has shifted from being a chip importer to producing space-grade processors. The successful launch of Vikram-32, he said, is a symbol of trust and technological maturity that the world is now recognizing.

Key Highlights at a Glance

✅ India’s first fully indigenous 32-bit processor Vikram-32 unveiled

✅ Developed by ISRO’s Semi-Conductor Laboratory

✅ Successfully tested in PSLV-C60 space mission

✅ Usable in defense, automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors

✅ Part of India Semiconductor Mission’s goal of self-reliance

✅ PM Modi receives chip at Semicon India 2025

✅ Over ₹1.6 lakh crore investment in semiconductor projects


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