izmo Microsystems Recognized as Key Packaging Partner in India’s National Silicon Photonics Mission
BENGALURU, India–April 27, 2026–izmo Microsystems a wholly owned subsidiary of izmo limited is proud to announce its participation as the official Photonic IC Packaging Partner in a landmark project led by the Centre for Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits and Systems (CPPICS) at IIT Madras.
Silicon Photonics represents the frontier of high-performance computing, AI, and secure communications. As the leading photonics packaging company in India, izmo Microsystems continues to make significant strides in developing world-class design and manufacturing capabilities. Our expertise in sub-micron precision packaging is a critical component in bridging the gap between chip design and real-world commercial application.
Mr. Dinanath Soni, Director of izmo Microsystems, stated:
"We are honored to be the packaging partner for CPPICS-IITM in this prestigious national initiative. At izmo Microsystems, we have invested deeply in building world-class design and manufacturing capabilities right here in India. This project is a powerful validation of our expertise in Silicon Photonics packaging. As the demand for high-speed, light-based computing explodes globally, izmo is ready to lead the way in delivering indigenous, state-of-the-art solutions to the world."
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Source: Press Information Bureau (PIB), Ministry of Electronics & IT, Government of India Original Link: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2255322
Indigenously Developed Silicon Photonics Technology Solutions Launched
Silicon Photonics Process Design Kit and Universal Programmable Photonic ICs Test Engine developed at IIT Madras
A major milestone in Silicon Photonics technology sovereignty for India; will serve as a shared national facility for the Indian photonics R&D community
Posted On: 24 APR 2026 4:39PM by PIB Delhi
Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, launched two Silicon Photonics technology solutions: (a) Silicon Photonics Process Design Kit (PDK) for photonics chip manufacturing, and (b) Universal packaged PPIC (Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuit) Test Engine indigenously developed at MeitY sponsored CoE-CPPICS, IIT Madras [https://cppics.iitm.ac.in/], in presence of Shri Amitesh Sinha, Additional Secretary, MeitY and CEO of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), Prof Shanti Bhattacharya, HoDDoEE, IIT Madras, Governing Council Members of the centre. The launch took place on Friday, 24th April 2026. This is a major milestone in Silicon Photonics technology sovereignty for India and will serve as a shared national facility for the Indian photonics R&D community.
Indigenously developed Silicon Photonics Process Design Kit (PDK) has over 50 verified components. This library provides essential design enablement in India for industries, startups, academic institutions, and defence R&D organisations to develop advanced Photonic ICs. Indigenously developed Universal PPIC Test Engine is a state-of-the-art automated characterisation platform for photonic and optoelectronic modules for variety of applications.
Shri Krishnanalso launched the next phase of technology development under this center. He congratulated the team CoE-CPPICS and commented that Silicon Photonics in India is matching with global state-of-the-art. This needs to be complemented with establishment of Silicon Photonics Fab under India Semiconductor Mission.
Shri Amitesh Sinha, Additional Secretary, MeitY and CEO of ISM stated that cutting-edge Silicon Photonics technology developed, has applications in both classical and quantum regime. With appropriate industry partner, this kind of technology can be supported under upcoming ISM 2.0 (R&D vertical) for further technology improvements and products development. After successful demonstration of commercial capabilities, a Silicon Photonics Fab with integrated Packaging facilities may be set up.
"Starting in Q3 of this financial year, our center will enable Silicon Photonics MPW fabrication runs while offering comprehensive testing, packaging, and module characterization,” said Chief Investigator Prof. Bijoy Krishna Das. "We deeply appreciate MeitY's steadfast support in making this possible.”
The Silicon Photonics CoE-CPPICS follows a Product Research, Development and Manufacturing (PRDM) model leveraging CMOS-compatible silicon photonics technology, with SilTerra Malaysia as foundry partner and izmo Microsystems, Bengaluru, as photonic IC packaging partner.
About izmo Microsystems
izmo Microsystems (www.izmomicro.com ) is a pioneer in high-tech manufacturing and advanced packaging solutions. Specializing in Silicon Photonics, semiconductor modules, and high-precision engineering, the company serves a global clientele across the automotive, cybersecurity, and telecommunications industries. Part of the izmo group, it is committed to driving innovation through Make in India initiatives for the global market.
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