IIT Bombay, IIT Bhubaneswar, and iVP Semi Forge Strategic MoU to Develop Power Semiconductor Solutions

IIT Bombay, IIT Bhubaneswar, and iVP Semi have signed a tripartite MoU to collaborate on the development of customized power semiconductor products.

IIT Bombay, IIT Bhubaneswar, and iVP Semi Forge Strategic MoU

In a major leap forward for power semiconductor technology in India, IIT Bombay, IIT Bhubaneswar, and iVP Semi have signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration marks the start of an innovative project focused on designing and developing highly specialized silicon power MOSFETs for electric vehicles and other applications.

The project will harness the collective expertise of two leading academic institutions and a top industry innovator. IIT Bombay and IIT Bhubaneswar will contribute their research prowess and academic excellence, while iVP Semi brings its industry-leading experience and insights. The collaboration will focus on key areas such as product definition, design optimization, device layout, and characterization. By optimizing power device performance, the project aims to develop customized solutions that meet the growing demand for advanced power electronics across sectors like automotive, renewable energy, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.

Ponni Carlin, COO, of iVP Semi, said, "iVP Semi is proud to collaborate with India’s leading academic institutions to translate advanced research into high-impact, market-ready power semiconductor solutions. By combining cutting-edge innovation with practical, scalable design, we aim to develop products that drive value for both India and global markets. This collaboration also aligns with iVP Semi’s mission to nurture home-grown talent and innovation through skills training, bridging the gap between industry and academia for a stronger, technologically self-reliant nation."

"IIT Bombay through its semiconductor center, SemiX, is pleased to collaborate with iVP Semi and IIT Bhubaneswar to drive the development of power semiconductor solutions in India," said Prof. Sachin Patwardhan, Dean R&D, IIT Bombay. 

"This collaboration represents a milestone for the Indian semiconductor R&D ecosystem. We expect that the combination of academic ingenuity and industry expertise here will lead to the indigenous development of market leading power devices," said Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director, IIT Bhubaneswar.

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