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Precision from the Himalayas

A world-class, multidisciplinary facility for electronic device design, fabrication and characterization — housing Class 100, Class 1000 and Class 10000 cleanroom laboratories at IIT Mandi.

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2018Established
—Advanced Instruments
Class 100Cleanroom Grade
6Thematic Research Areas

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Who We Are

Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director, IIT Mandi
Prof. Laxmidhar BeheraDirector, IIT Mandi

Message from the Director

Greetings from IIT Mandi, India!

The Centre for Design & Fabrication of Electronic Devices (C4DFED) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India is a unique world-class facility for multidisciplinary research on electronic device design and fabrication. This centre has Class 100, Class 1000 & Class 10000 laboratories where high-end, sophisticated electronic device design, fabrication, and characterization tools are installed & housed.

The C4DFED facility is established to acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge of VLSI technology, chip design, testing, and fabrication. Students & research scholars get exposure to VLSI design, testing, and complete device fabrication processes. This equips them to meet the challenging needs of industry for the next generation. This gives our graduates the necessary technical and professional maturity to handle unforeseen challenges in tomorrow's rapidly changing world. Their appreciation for disciplines other than their own makes them well-suited to work on real-world product and technology development.

I invite you to visit our unique C4DFED @ IIT Mandi facility & this will also be an opportunity to learn about the exciting research being done on our campus and to explore synergies. I look forward to building a long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationship with you.

Dr. Robin Khosla, Coordinator, C4DFED
Dr. Robin KhoslaCoordinator, C4DFED

Message from the Coordinator

Greetings from C4DFED @ IIT Mandi!

C4DFED rises from the heart of the Himalayas, a sanctuary where the mountain's eternal breath meets the delicate pulse of creation, weaving world-class precision into the very fabric of India's electronic renaissance.

Established in 2018, C4DFED is a premier institute-wide facility dedicated to the design, fabrication, and characterization of next-generation nano-electronics devices. We house a state-of-the-art Class 100; Class 1000 cleanroom facility equipped with sophisticated lithography, deposition, etching, and characterization tools. By bridging the gap between theoretical physics, material science, and electrical engineering, we provide a platform for researchers and industry partners to translate "lab-scale" concepts into functional prototypes.

C4DFED operates at the frontier of high-impact technology through:

  • Innovative Materials: Developing sub-10 nm extreme UV lithography photoresists and 2D layered semiconductors for next-generation electronics.
  • Advanced Devices: Engineering high-performance FETs, non-volatile memory, optoelectronics, environmental sensors, flexible organic devices, power devices, and quantum computing junctions.
  • Strategic Collaborations: Serving as a national mission hub that empowers startups and industry through fabrication, consultancy, and joint R&D.
  • Capacity Building: Bridging the semiconductor skill gap via specialized curricula and intensive "hands-on" training workshops.

C4DFED drives high-impact research for the global industry and national progress through strategic partnerships with government bodies like ISRO, ANRF, DAE-BRNS, and the INAE India-Taiwan program, alongside international industrial leaders such as EMD Merck, USA.

Vision

To be a global leader in semiconductor innovation and sustainable electronics, empowering India's technological self-reliance through world-class research, cutting-edge fabrication, and visionary talent development.

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Mission

  1. Maintenance of a state-of-the-art, centralized facility for the design and fabrication of next-generation integrated circuits, semiconductor devices, & futuristic electronic materials.
  2. Cultivation of a highly skilled workforce through specialized interdisciplinary practicum programs to meet the evolving demands of the global semiconductor industry.
  3. Foster robust partnerships with industries to enable the translation of laboratory innovations into commercially viable and sustainable technologies.
  4. Serve as a premier national hub that provides training, outreach, and facility access to researchers, educators, and students.
  5. Drive interdisciplinary research and development that aligns with the "Make in India" initiative and addresses the unique challenges of the Himalayan region.

Research Focus

Thematic Areas

C4DFED's research spans the full device pipeline — from novel materials to packaged, tested semiconductor components.

Diagram of the six C4DFED thematic research areas

Facility

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C4DFED User Policy

The User Policy document outlines eligibility, safety training, scheduling, billing categories (internal / external academic / industry) and conduct requirements for accessing C4DFED's cleanroom and characterization facilities.

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The use the C4DFED facility independently fill the C4DFED Independent User Form and submit to the C4DFED Office.

Download C4DFED Independent User Form

Questions about eligibility or billing? Please write to the C4DFED office — see Contact.

Download the equipment-specific requisition form, fill it in, and submit it to the C4DFED office to schedule your session.

Equipment Rate Calculator

Estimate the cost of using C4DFED equipment. Rates are per hour/session in INR and vary by user category.

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Rates are indicative and subject to revision. Final billing is confirmed by the C4DFED office at the time of booking.

Full C4DFED equipment rate card (INR per hour / session)
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People

The C4DFED Team

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Coordinators

Advisory Committee

Core Faculty

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Alumni

Wellness at C4DFED

Precision work demands a healthy mind. Alongside the cleanroom and the characterization bays, C4DFED makes room for the people behind the research — shared celebrations, team outings, festivals and informal gatherings that turn a facility into a community. A centre is only as strong as the wellbeing of those who run it.

Community

Festivals, birthdays and milestones celebrated together across faculty, staff and scholars.

Balance

Outings and shared breaks that keep long fabrication runs and thesis deadlines sustainable.

Safety First

Regular cleanroom safety drills and chemical-handling refreshers protect every user of the facility.

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Life at C4DFED

Contact

Get in Touch

Dr. Robin Khosla

Dr. Robin Khosla

Coordinator, C4DFED

Email: chairc4dfed@iitmandi.ac.in

School of Computing & Electrical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi

C4DFED Office

Centre for Design & Fabrication of Electronic Devices

Email: c4dfed@iitmandi.ac.in

Phone: 01905-267841

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
Kamand, District Mandi, Himachal Pradesh – 175075, India

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