Hyderabad: Cyient Semiconductors, a leader in custom ASIC turnkey and intelligent power solutions, has announced its qualification for a pivotal contract in the ₹4,500-crore modernization initiative at the Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), Mohali. The mandate includes the supply and qualification of technology IPs and design enablement, positioning the company as a key contributor to India’s semiconductor ecosystem.
The modernization project aligns with the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), which seeks to expand domestic semiconductor capability, reduce reliance on imports, and create accessible fabrication capacity for startups, academia, and strategic sectors. Cyient Semiconductors will play a central role by updating process technology platforms that will underpin the upgraded fab.
Under this initiative, Cyient Semiconductors will supply and qualify three foundational process technologies for SCL’s enhanced 8-inch manufacturing line:
- RF-CMOS
- BCD (HV LDMOS)
- CMOS Image Sensor (CIS)
These technologies are widely used across industrial, automotive, energy, sensing, and connectivity domains, strengthening the relevance of India’s mature-node semiconductor capability.
Krishna Bodanapu, Executive Vice-Chairman & Managing Director, Cyient Limited: “Being technically qualified for this strategic project is a proud moment for Cyient Semiconductors and a strong validation of our engineering depth, IP portfolio, and turnkey execution capabilities. Our collaboration with SCL will accelerate India’s semiconductor self-reliance by delivering highly relevant, high-value silicon solutions in digital, analog mixed signal and power domains.”
Suman Narayan, CEO, Cyient Semiconductors: “We are proud to have been qualified for this critical part of SCL’s modernization. RF-CMOS, BCD (HV LDMOS), and CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) are areas where our teams have deep strength, and this program enables us to leverage that capability for a national mission. We see this as both a responsibility and an opportunity to help strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem.”
This milestone marks Cyient Semiconductors’ journey toward becoming India’s premier turnkey ASIC provider, encompassing the entire chip lifecycle from specification to silicon production. By qualifying for updated technology platforms, the company will enable SCL to support a wider range of future applications, including:
- Smart energy and metering solutions
- Automotive electronics
- Industrial control systems
- Imaging and sensing technologies
- Low-power wireless and IoT devices
Headquartered in Hyderabad, Cyient Semiconductors provides custom ASIC/ASSP solutions with a focus on analog mixed-signal, intelligent power, and advanced semiconductor platforms. With design centers in India, Belgium, and the U.S., the company enables global customers in data centers, robotics, automotive, and industrial automation to achieve higher efficiency and faster time-to-market.
