New Delhi: The Government of India is advancing semiconductor design innovation through the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme, with 23 chip-design projects sanctioned under its mission to build a strong domestic semiconductor ecosystem.
These projects, led by startups and MSMEs, focus on developing indigenous chips and System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions for diverse applications including surveillance cameras, energy meters, microprocessor IPs, and networking.
Additionally, 72 companies have received access to industry-standard Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools to enhance their chip-design capabilities.
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Vervesemi Microelectronics: Strengthening India’s Semiconductor Self-Reliance
Among the companies driving this initiative is Vervesemi Microelectronics, a fabless semiconductor company established in 2017. Vervesemi has announced its upcoming portfolio of integrated circuits (ICs) designed to accelerate India’s semiconductor self-reliance while contributing to global innovation.
The company is among the first in India to export semiconductor intellectual property (IP) internationally, with its proprietary machine learning-powered analog chain IPs already embedded in products of leading global manufacturers.
With a portfolio that includes more than 110 IPs, 25 IC SKUs, 10 patents, and 5 trade secrets, Vervesemi is actively serving applications across space, defense, industrial automation, and smart energy sectors. Several of its ICs are currently under evaluation by customers worldwide.
Government-Approved Projects Under DLI and C2S Programmes
Vervesemi Microelectronics is part of the first cohort of companies approved under the Government of India’s Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme as well as the Chips to Startup (C2S) Programme. Through these initiatives, the company is committed to developing designed-in-India chips that foster technological self-reliance and strengthen innovation.
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Vervesemi Microelectronics Roadmap: Targeting Production by 2026-27
The roadmap of Vervesemi Microelectronics includes multiple high-performance ICs and ASICs tailored for strategic applications:
- BLDC Controller ASIC: Developed under the C2S Programme for small motor applications such as fans and appliances, with samples expected in 2026.
- Precision Motor-Control ASIC: Approved under the DLI Scheme, this silicon targets EVs, drones, and industrial automation with sampling set for 2026.
- Multifunction Data Acquisition ASIC: Designed for space and avionics with advanced machine learning features, engineering samples will be available in 2026.
- Weighing Scale and Bridge Sensor ASIC: Designed for precision weighing and Force Touch devices, with engineering samples expected by late 2025.
- Smart Energy Metering ASIC: Delivering ultra-accurate, high-speed energy measurement with predictive maintenance capabilities and Class 0.2S compliance, samples will be available by late 2025.
Intelligence Built Into Every Chip
Vervesemi’s ICs integrate embedded machine learning to deliver self-healing, fail-safe reliability, improved fabrication yields, and superior efficiency. This innovation extends performance and precision beyond conventional boundaries, making the chips smarter, safer, and more power-efficient.
“By building high-performance, Made-in-India ICs for strategic and consumer markets, we are driving import substitution while positioning India as a global semiconductor leader,” said Rakesh Malik, Founder & CEO of Vervesemi Microelectronics.
“Our ICs combine advanced signal-chain design with machine learning, enabling adaptive calibration, predictive diagnostics, and precision across multiple applications,” added Pratap Narayan Singh, Founder & CTO of Vervesemi Microelectronics.
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Highlighting the national vision, Sunita Verma, Group Coordinator (R&D), MeitY, said, “India’s ambition is to become a global leader in semiconductor design, envisioning a future where every device carries a designed-in-India chip.”
About Vervesemi Microelectronics
Vervesemi Microelectronics is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog IPs and ASICs. With innovations spanning five foundries and over 20 technology nodes, the company delivers up to 10x improvements in performance, power, and area. Trusted by global manufacturers in 5G, Wi-Fi 6/7, aerospace, energy, and industrial domains, Vervesemi continues to pioneer designed-in-India semiconductor solutions with worldwide impact.
