DHRUV64: India’s First 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core Microprocessor

COLOMBO (News 1st); India has achieved a historic milestone in its semiconductor journey with the launch of DHRUV64, a fully indigenous microprocessor developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP).

This breakthrough strengthens India’s pursuit of self-reliance in advanced chip design, reducing long-term dependence on imported processors.

DHRUV64 is engineered with modern architectural features, offering higher efficiency, enhanced multitasking, and improved reliability.

Its advanced design ensures seamless integration with diverse hardware systems, making it ideal for 5G infrastructure, automotive systems, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and IoT applications.

The processor’s fabrication leverages cutting-edge technologies used in high-performance chips, positioning India as a strong player in the global semiconductor ecosystem.

With India consuming nearly 20% of the world’s microprocessors, DHRUV64 provides a robust platform for innovation and talent development.

Strategic Significance:

DHRUV64 is the third chip fabricated under the Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) Programme, which aims to establish India as a global hub for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM). Previous indigenous processors include:

SHAKTI (2018, IIT Madras) – for strategic and defence applications

AJIT (2018, IIT Bombay) – for industrial and robotics

VIKRAM (2025, ISRO–SCL) – for space missions

THEJAS64 (2025, C-DAC) – for industrial automation

The DIR-V initiative promotes open-source architecture, eliminating license costs and enabling long-term deployment across platforms. Future developments include DHANUSH64 and DHANUSH64+ SoC variants, currently under design.

The rollout of DHRUV64 is more than a technological achievement—it is a strategic leap toward Aatmanirbhar Bharat, reinforcing India’s capability to build secure, indigenous digital infrastructure.