Quantum Week 2026
IBM Quantum
Schedule

Five days, one programme

Schedule subject to change. Follow official QuantumRIT channels for updates.

Detailed session information will be announced soon. Session details and speaker information will be updated shortly.

Live Programme
DAY 0127 OCT
WORKSHOPS & SESSIONSTuesday, 27 October 2026

Foundations & Quantum Architecture

Learning programme begins — foundational workshops, quantum circuits, and hands-on sessions.

02:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Workshop

Workshops & Technical Sessions

Speaker: TBD·Organization: QuantumRIT & IBM Quantum Mentors

Session Overview

Hands-on guided walkthrough covering quantum computing fundamentals, Qiskit SDK setup, and basic circuit building.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Lab & Auditorium TBD
Prerequisites: Beginner
Starter Python notebooks and session materials will be shared.
DAY 0228 OCT
WORKSHOPS & SESSIONSWednesday, 28 October 2026

Algorithms & Circuit Optimization

Deep-dive technical sessions, quantum algorithms, transpiler optimization, and hardware execution.

02:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Technical Talk

Workshops & Technical Sessions

Speaker: TBD·Organization: QuantumRIT & IBM Quantum Mentors

Session Overview

In-depth sessions on fundamental quantum algorithms, circuit depth optimization, noise mitigation, and job runs on IBM Quantum systems.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Lab & Auditorium TBD
Prerequisites: Intermediate
Transpilation benchmarking notebooks and code samples will be shared.
DAY 0329 OCT
WORKSHOPS & SESSIONSThursday, 29 October 2026

Applications & Hackathon Readiness

Advanced quantum applications, industry use-cases, and complete hackathon participant briefing.

02:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Workshop

Workshops & Technical Sessions

Speaker: TBD·Organization: QuantumRIT Organizing Team

Session Overview

Hands-on masterclasses, industry use-cases, team orientation, and preparation briefing for hackathon participants.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Lab & Auditorium TBD
Prerequisites: All levels
Session slides and hackathon reference resources.
DAY 0430 OCT
FLAGSHIP EVENT & HACKATHONFriday, 30 October 2026

Flagship Event & Hackathon Commencement

Flagship Quantum Week event in the morning, followed by the commencement of Q-Hack India 2026 at 1:00 PM.

09:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Keynote

Flagship Quantum Week Event

Speaker: TBD·Organization: QuantumRIT & Distinguished Guests

Session Overview

Opening keynotes, distinguished talks, and flagship celebrations of Quantum Week 2026.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Main Auditorium
Prerequisites: All levels
Event schedule and speaker presentations will be shared.
01:00 PM onwards
Hackathon

Q-Hack India 2026 Begins

Speaker: TBD·Organization: Participant Teams & Mentors

Session Overview

The national quantum hackathon build sprint officially begins. Teams collaborate on track challenges, develop prototypes, and consult with on-site mentors.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Hackathon Arena & Labs
Prerequisites: All levels
Challenge problem statements, Discord server, and submission guidelines.
DAY 0531 OCT
EVALUATION & VALEDICTORYSaturday, 31 October 2026

Evaluation, Awards & Valedictory

Final evaluation of hackathon prototypes from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, followed by the grand Valedictory Ceremony 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hackathon

Q-Hack India 2026 — Final Evaluation

Speaker: TBD·Organization: Jury Panel

Session Overview

Shortlisted teams present their quantum prototypes, live demos, and technical architecture to the panel of judges.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Presentation Halls
Prerequisites: All levels
Evaluation rubric and presentation lineup.
02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Ceremony

Valedictory Ceremony

Speaker: TBD·Organization: QuantumRIT & IBM Quantum

Session Overview

Declaration of hackathon winners, prize and swag distribution, mentor felicitations, valedictory address, and closing celebration.

Venue: MSRIT Campus · Main Auditorium
Prerequisites: All levels
Digital certificates portal and event highlights gallery.

Stay updated on the confirmed lineup

Session timings, speakers and topics will be updated as the programme is confirmed. Follow QuantumRIT for live schedule announcements.

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