The Bihar government has taken a major step to boost the technology sector in the state by signing agreements worth ₹468 crore. This development took place during the India AI Impact Summit and Expo-2026 held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary inaugurated the Bihar Pavilion and announced that these investments will focus on creating jobs and improving technical infrastructure. The deal includes setting up a massive Research Park and an AI Center of Excellence within the state.
Where will the ₹468 crore investment go?
The total investment amount is divided among several key projects aimed at developing the IT ecosystem in Bihar. The biggest share of the fund goes to IIT Patna for building a state-of-the-art research facility. This park is expected to bridge the gap between industry requirements and academic research. Several private companies have also committed to setting up units in the state.
Here is the breakdown of the investment:
| Project / Company | Investment Amount |
|---|---|
| IIT Patna Research Park | ₹250 Crore |
| Red Cyber (IT Unit) | ₹103 Crore |
| Bihar AI Center of Excellence | ₹60 Crore |
| GrowQR | ₹30 Crore |
| CIPL | ₹25 Crore |
How will this benefit the youth and job seekers?
The primary goal of these initiatives is to generate employment for the local population. Officials estimate that these projects will create more than 10,000 direct jobs in the technology sector. The focus will be on emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence and Deep Tech. This move allows youth in Bihar to find high-quality technical jobs within their home state instead of migrating to other metro cities.
Apart from direct jobs, the government is focusing on skill development. Over 50,000 young people will receive specialized training in AI and related technologies. To support this, the state is collaborating with IIT Patna to design courses that make students job-ready. Even government employees will receive training through a special 6-month AI course designed with international experts.
What are the new rules for companies investing in Bihar?
To encourage more companies to come to Bihar, the state government has introduced the Bihar GCC Policy 2026 and the Semiconductor Policy 2026. These policies offer financial help to businesses that set up operations in the state. Companies can receive reimbursements on employee salaries for the first three years. There are also provisions for reimbursements on energy bills for five years to reduce operational costs.
The government has added a special incentive for hiring locals. Companies that hire more than 70% of their workforce from Bihar residents will receive additional financial benefits up to ₹5 crore. Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary stated that Bihar is now an open field for technology and these policies will help the state become a major hub in Eastern India.
