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🎓 Quantum Computing✦ nasscom IT-ITeS SSCNSQF L 8🏛️ GoI ₹12K Eligible📚 NAAC Evidence
Quantum Software Developer
NSQF Level 8
Develop quantum software libraries, error correction protocols and hybrid classical-quantum applications for NISQ-era hardware aligned to nasscom NSQF Level 8 (SSC/Q8451). Quantum Software Developers are among the rarest and highest-compensated professionals in India's emerging deeptech sector.
₹8–20L
Avg Salary
L 8
NSQF Level
40 cr.
ABC Credits
₹12K
GoI Incentive
Program Overview Video
1,500+ enrolled₹28L top package150+ hirers
NSQF LevelLevel 8
ABC Credits40 credits
GoI Incentive₹12,000
Salary Range₹8–20 LPA
Official Partners
MeitY · FutureSkills Prime
Ministry of Electronics & IT, Govt. of India
NSDC · Skill India
National Skill Development Corporation
Qualification Pack Specification
SSC/Q8451| QP Code | SSC/Q8451 |
| QP Version | v2.0 |
| NSQF Level | Level 8 |
| ABC Credits | 40 credits (NEP 2020 / NCrF compliant) |
| Certification Body | nasscom IT-ITeS Sector Skills Council |
| Assessment Body | NSDC Authorized Assessment Partner |
| Alignment | FutureSkills Prime · Skill India · NSQF 2022 |
| NAAC Criteria | 1.3.3 · 3.3.1 · ABC Integration Eligible |
| GoI Incentive | ₹12,000 per eligible candidate (via PFMS) |
| Industry Sectors | IT · ITeS · Telecom · BFSI |
Who is this program for?
Colleges, HoDs & Principals
Use nasscom CAC certificate as NAAC evidence under Criterion 1.3.3 & 3.3.1. Map syllabi to NOS standards. Fulfil ABC credit obligations for NEP 2020 compliance.
🎓 NAAC Evidence Provided
Placement Officers (TPOs)
nasscom-certified students are recognised by 300+ nasscom member companies. Higher offer-to-joining conversion from NSQF-aligned candidate profiles.
✅ 300+ nasscom Companies
Final Year Students & Freshers
Earn NSQF certification, ABC credits, and government incentive via PFMS direct bank transfer on placement.
💰 ₹12K GoI Incentive
Working Professionals
Upskill with industry-recognised NSQF certification. nasscom member companies fast-track QP-certified profiles in hiring pipelines.
Corporates & HR Teams
Pre-screen candidates using nasscom QP credentials. Qualify for GoI incentives when upskilling existing workforce via NSDC-approved schemes.
Official NAAC Evidence Support for Higher Education Institutions
Earn a nasscom Curriculum Alignment Certificate (CAC) — accepted as NAAC audit evidence. Institutions gain credible documentation for accreditation and NEP 2020 compliance.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
SSC/Q8451MandatorySSC/N8454
Engineer and architect quantum software solutions
76 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8455
Compile, optimise and error-correct quantum circuits
56 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8456
Develop hybrid quantum-classical and cloud applications
82 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8457
Assure quality, security and lead quantum software projects
72 hrs
MandatoryDGT/VSQ/N0102
Employability Skills
60 hrs
What You'll Be Able To Do
9 outcomes01
Architect and engineer production-grade quantum software using modern quantum SDKs
02
Design advanced quantum algorithms and translate them into optimised, executable circuits
03
Implement hybrid quantum-classical applications with robust software engineering practices
04
Develop custom transpiler passes and circuit optimisation routines for target hardware
05
Apply quantum error correction and error mitigation in software workflows
06
Build and consume quantum cloud services and APIs across multiple providers
07
Implement quantum machine learning and quantum chemistry application code
08
Establish testing, CI/CD, and reproducibility pipelines for quantum software
09
Lead quantum software projects applying secure, ethical, and scalable engineering practices
Government of India Incentive — ₹12,000 per Eligible Candidate
Via FutureSkills Prime · MeitY + nasscom · Disbursed through PFMS directly to learner's bank account
₹4,500
Training Fee Support
₹7,500
Post-Placement Incentive
PFMS
Direct Bank Transfer
Eligibility: Indian citizen, age 15–45. First-time skill certification only. Valid Aadhaar + active bank account required.
Curriculum & Syllabus
11 modulesSSC/Q8451
📚
11
Modules
🎯
9
Outcomes
📋
5
NOS Units
🏆
L8
NSQF
01
Advanced Quantum Computing Theory
7 topics
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02
Quantum Software Engineering Foundations
7 topics
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03
Advanced Quantum Algorithm Design
7 topics
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04
Circuit Compilation and Transpilation Engineering
7 topics
▾
05
Quantum Error Correction and Mitigation
7 topics
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06
Hybrid Quantum-Classical Application Development
7 topics
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07
Quantum Machine Learning and Chemistry Applications
7 topics
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08
Quantum Cloud Services and Multi-Provider APIs
7 topics
▾
09
Testing, CI/CD and Quality for Quantum Software
7 topics
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10
Quantum Security, Ethics and Project Leadership
6 topics
▾
11
Capstone: Production Quantum Software System
6 topics
▾
Want the full syllabus with NOS breakdowns & assessment pattern?
Constituent Workshops
1 workshopsComplete these nasscom-certified workshops to build the foundation for Quantum Software Developer. Each awards NSQF credits and ABC credits independently.
Quantum Software Development Workshop
Skills & Tech Stack
Tools & Technologies
QiskitQiskit RuntimeIBM QuantumCirqPennyLaneAmazon BraketMicrosoft Azure QuantumQ#OpenQASMPythonNumPySciPyPyTestGitGitHub ActionsDockerJupyter NotebookQuTiPMitiqTensorFlow Quantum
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nasscom Member Companies — Active Hirers
16 companiesTCSInfosysWiproHCL TechnologiesCognizantTech MahindraAccentureIBMCapgeminiLTIMindtreeHexawareMphasisIBMMicrosoftGoogleD-Wave