The 5G/6G Centre of Excellence (CoE) is a flagship initiative supported by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under its Startup Policy 2020.
We envision creating a robust innovation ecosystem that supports the indigenous development and deployment of 5G and beyond technologies. We act as a launchpad for startups, a sandbox for researchers, and a bridge between academia and industry,accelerating the path from idea to impact.
Wireless technology has come a long way—from 1G to the latest advancements in 5G and the emerging potential of 6G. These technologies are transforming the way we connect, communicate, and collaborate, with promises of ultra-fast speeds, ultra-low latency, and unprecedented reliability.
Recognizing this transformative potential, the Government of Uttar Pradesh established the 5G/6G Centre of Excellence at IIT Kanpur, under its Startup Policy 2020. This initiative is designed to support innovative startups in wireless communication, particularly those registered in UP,and help translate their ideas into scalable enterprises.
These innovations cut across multiple verticals including healthcare,smart cities, industrial IoT, education, defense, and transportation,driving India’s digital transformation and global competitiveness.
By nurturing startups and building a strong R&D infrastructure, the CoE aims to contribute to smoother connectivity, economic growth, and job creation, ultimately boosting the state’s and nation’s GDP.
To incubate and support 5G/6G-driven startups and MSMEs, enhancing their capabilities through innovation, infrastructure, mentorship,and market access. The CoE is committed to promoting:
Indigenous R&D and innovation in next-generation wireless systems
Commercialization of breakthrough technologies
Advanced research in key areas like AI/ML for telecom, intelligent surfaces, and cell-free massive MIMO
Industry-academia-government collaboration for broader ecosystem impact
To establish the 5G/6G Centre of Excellence at IIT Kanpur as a national and international hub for wireless innovation, fostering deep-tech startups and research that generate socio-economic impact and support India’s leadership in the global telecom ecosystem.