QISKIT FALL FEST
2026
AT IEM
Chi(r)ps: A Decade of Harmony on the Cloud.This year’s QFF theme at IEM honors IBM’s 2026 milestone—ten years of quantum computing on the cloud! It creatively connects to a powerful vibrant metaphor: IBM’s quantum chips themselves are named after birds, reflecting how engineers actually tune these machines. In celebrating this milestone, the theme highlights both the evolution of quantum hardware and the flourishing of the global quantum community.
Come join us this fall!
At Institute of Engineering and Management, Kolkata and virtually.
THE CENTURY OF QUANTUM
A DECADE OF QUANTUM ON THE CLOUD, 2016-2026
Quantum computing is moving from theoretical physics to practical application, and the Qiskit Fall Fest is a global series of events designed to democratize access to quantum education. In 2026, we are proud to host this monumental gathering at the Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), in collaboration with industry leaders like IBM Quantum.
By connecting advanced hardware engineering with collaborative growth, QFF26 celebrates a decade of cloud quantum computing as a shared flight path: from early prototypes to frontier processors, from isolated labs to a global chorus of students, researchers, and developers.
Explore Tracks
Dive deep into specific areas of quantum computing. Choose the path that aligns with your interests and expertise.
Workshops
Hands-on sessions exploring quantum concepts and tools.
Quantum Machine Learning
Deep dives into quantum algorithms and their applications.
Hackathon
A 24-hour creative virtual sprint building innovative quantum projects and error-resilient applications.
Expert Talks
Insightful talks from quantum researchers and industry pioneers bridging physical hardware and logical algorithms.
Hardware
Understanding the physical implementation of quantum computers.
Qiskit 1.0
Mastering the latest version of the Qiskit SDK.
ABOUT THE HACKATHON
NOV 10, 2026, 10:00 PM IST – NOV 11, 2026, 10:00 PM IST | Virtual
Theme: Chi(r)ps and Qreativity!
Medicine, banking, and supply chains wage a constant war on quantum noise... pouring millions into error-correction to force reality to behave. Art operates on the exact reverse principle.
While every sector treats quantum randomness as a catastrophe demanding strict determinism, creativity thrives on it. Superposition, interference, and collapse aren't bugs here; they are the heartbeat of the canvas itself. A stray glitch in a clinical algorithm is a life-threatening hazard. A stray glitch in a qreative beat? That's the hook!
More info about the hackathon coming soon!
REGISTRATIONS
Registration is open now!
Who can participate?
- • Open to all students and researchers, regardless of discipline or year of study.
- • Please note that the in-person (Day 1) sessions are open only to attendees affiliated with IEM Kolkata and Newtown.
- • The virtual counterpart (Day 2 and 3) of our event is open to all!
Swags, Badges and Certificates?
- • All in-person participants receive physical swags and certificates.
- • Digital badges, stickers and credentials issued via Credly and Certifier for the challenge winners.
- • Official certificates of completion issued to participants upon clearing workshop/lab criteria and participating actively.
Registration cost?
- • None! Free for all.
Prerequisites?
- • Basic knowledge of Python and a personal laptop.
- • Prior background in quantum mechanics or complex physics is not required.
Registration is required. In-person attendees should confirm they can attend at IEM and consent to event photography during registration.
Seats are limited for Day 1 (In-Person). Early registration is highly recommended.
Organizers & Partners
