Ericsson Expands R&D in India with New ASIC Development Hub in Bengaluru

Ericsson is deepening its commitment to India's technology ecosystem by expanding its R&D operations in Bengaluru, transforming it into a key ASIC development hub. The initiative aims to strengthen semiconductor research and bolster the company’s capabilities in Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) engineering, which forms the backbone of high-performance mobile networks.

Bengaluru, known as India’s premier technology hub, will play a pivotal role in Ericsson’s global strategy as it adds over 150 new positions to its local R&D team. According to Nitin Bansal, Managing Director, Ericsson India, this expansion is part of the company’s effort to leverage India’s rich tech talent to boost semiconductor design capabilities and support the growth of the country’s broader semiconductor ecosystem.

Anna Dicander, Vice President, Radio & Transport Engineering at Ericsson, highlighted the importance of the move, emphasizing that enhanced focus on ASIC development would accelerate the rollout of advanced products and features powered by the Ericsson Silicon platform. This platform enables high-performance, energy-efficient, and lightweight network products through custom-built System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions tailored for 5G and future network demands.

The Bengaluru expansion aligns with Ericsson’s broader R&D footprint in India, which includes centers in Chennai and Gurugram. These centers collectively contribute to the company’s work in transport, core networks, OSS/BSS, cloud technologies, and AI. In 2024, Ericsson also launched its India 6G Research Team from its Chennai facility, reinforcing India’s role in shaping future telecom innovations. 

With $5 billion invested globally in R&D annually, Ericsson continues to lead in 5G innovation and beyond, and its growing presence in India underscores the country’s importance in building the next era of digital infrastructure.