C-DOT Signs MoU with Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
New Delhi (27.11.2025): The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), a premier research and development center under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IITR). This collaboration aims to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) at IIT Roorkee, focusing on advanced communication technologies.
Objectives of the MoU
The primary objective of the C-DOT Centre of Excellence at IIT Roorkee is to accelerate indigenous research, innovation, and capacity building in advanced communication technologies. The CoE will emphasize research in several key areas:
- Wireless communication
- Quantum technologies
- Cyber security
- AI-based applications
This initiative is expected to promote synergy between academia and industry, leveraging the academic expertise of IITR alongside the industry strength of C-DOT. It aims to enable students, researchers, and start-ups to contribute significantly to India’s innovation and self-reliance journey.
Significance of the Centre of Excellence
The establishment of the CoE is poised to strengthen India’s leadership position in global telecom innovation. The center will drive joint research and prototype development in emerging domains, including:
- 5G and 6G technologies
- RF-Sub-THz integrated circuits
- Sensors
- Millimeter wave beamforming antennas with integrated ICs
- Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication
- Data-driven wireless communication technologies
- Energy efficiency solutions
Signing Ceremony
The MoU was signed in the presence of key figures, including Prof. K K Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, and Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, CEO of C-DOT. Faculty members from the institute and senior officials from C-DOT were also in attendance during the signing ceremony. Following the MoU signing, the new Centre of Excellence was inaugurated, dedicated to advancing communication technologies and high-impact research and development.
Research and Development Focus
Leveraging C-DOT’s extensive expertise in the development of indigenous telecom solutions, the CoE will function as a dedicated hub for high-impact research and development. It will support start-ups, facilitate the development of intellectual property, and enable continuous knowledge exchange through:
- Workshops
- Training programs
- Joint academic-industry engagements
This collaborative effort is expected to contribute substantially to the nation’s technological self-reliance and reinforce India’s position in the global telecommunications landscape.
Prof. A.K. Kamal Memorial Lecture Series
On the same day, as part of the sixth Prof. A.K. Kamal Memorial Lecture Series, Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay delivered a lecture titled “Building Indigenous Communication Technologies for Viksit Bharat.” In his talk, he focused on various aspects of India’s telecom landscape, including:
- Bharat 6G Vision
- Telecom value chain
- Standards
- Opportunities for India in the global telecom sector
Dr. Upadhyay also highlighted C-DOT’s indigenous solutions in several areas, such as:
- 4G and 5G technologies
- TRINETRA cybersecurity solutions
- Secure quantum communication (Quantum Key Distribution & Post-Quantum Cryptography)
- Disaster management technologies
- AI-enabled advanced telecom applications, including Sanchar Saathi and fraud detection systems
- Mission Critical Communication (MCX)
Conclusion
The signing of the MoU between C-DOT and IIT Roorkee marks a significant step towards enhancing India’s capabilities in advanced communication technologies. The establishment of the Centre of Excellence is expected to foster innovation, support start-ups, and ultimately contribute to India’s journey towards technological self-reliance and leadership in the global telecom sector.
Note: This article is based on the information available as of November 27, 2025, and aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the recent developments in the collaboration between C-DOT and IIT Roorkee.
