Qiskit Fall Fest PNC 2026
Open to All, Nov 25 to Dec 2
In collaboration with IBM Quantum and Prithvi Narayan Campus
Register NowOpen to All, Nov 25 to Dec 2
In collaboration with IBM Quantum and Prithvi Narayan Campus
Register NowQiskit Fall Fest PNC 2026 is a beginner-friendly hybrid event hosted at Prithvi Narayan Campus, Pokhara. No prior experience in quantum computing is required.
This event is part of the global Qiskit Fall Fest initiative, supported by IBM Quantum and the worldwide Qiskit community.
Event Dates
November 25 to December 2, 2026
Certificate
Official IBM Quantum certificate for all who complete the program
Offline Track
50 selected participants, live in-person at PNC
Online Track
100 participants, live virtual sessions via Google Meet
Both tracks follow the same rules and curriculum. Live attendance, hackathon participation, and full engagement are required for certification and prize eligibility. One winner will be selected from each track.
Global Event
Be part of a globally recognized quantum computing event at Prithvi Narayan Campus, Pokhara.
Beginner Friendly
No prior experience required. Learn quantum computing from absolute scratch.
Two Modes
Offline Track (50 seats, in-person) or Online Track (100 seats, live virtual sessions).
Hands-on Learning
Live workshops, real quantum circuits using Qiskit, and guided coding sessions.
Mentorship
Collaborate with peers and mentors during the intensive hands-on hackathon.
IBM Certificate
Earn an official IBM Quantum certificate upon full participation and completion.
Win Prizes
Compete for prizes and recognition. One winner selected from each track.
Offline Event
Eight days of quantum learning, hands-on workshops and collaborative hacking from Nov 25 to Dec 2, 2026 in Pokhara, Nepal.
Day 1
Nov 25
Opening Ceremony
Introduction to IBM Quantum and Qiskit
Day 2
Nov 26
Workshop 1: Quantum Basics
Quantum circuit and algorithm basics
Day 3
Nov 27
Workshop 2: Quantum Simulation
Noise models and real backend introduction
Day 4
Nov 28
Workshop 3: Error Mitigation
Error mitigation techniques introduction
Day 5
Nov 29
Workshop 4: Quantum Advantage
QAOA and VQE intro with real time examples
Day 6
Nov 30
Hackathon Workday
Team development, feedback and checkpoints
Day 7
Dec 1
Hackathon Presentation
Final project presentation and judging
Day 8
Dec 2
Closing Ceremony
Awards, reflections and next steps
Schedule may be subject to minor changes. All times in Nepal Standard Time (NPT).
Event Lead, Qiskit Fall Fest PNC 2025
Unique Dhakal is a quantum computing enthusiast and researcher from Nepal, with interests in quantum algorithms and quantum chemistry. He leads Qiskit Fall Fest at Prithvi Narayan Campus, has served as a mentor for Qiskit Global Summer School, and was selected as a Section Leader for Stanford University's Code in Place program. His research focuses on comparing Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) and Density Functional Theory (DFT).
Session: Nov 26, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM NPT
Topic: Quantum Computing and Qiskit, From Zero to Circuit
Quantum Research Engineer at IBM Quantum
Debarthi Pal is a Quantum Research Engineer at IBM Quantum, based at the IBM India Research Lab. She is a part of the Quantum Algorithm Engineering (QAE) team, where she collaborates with researchers using IBM quantum technologies. She did her Masters in Quantum Technology from IISc, Bangalore during which she worked with IBM on various error mitigation techniques such as Operator Backpropagation (OBP), Circuit Cutting, etc.
Absolutely! All sessions are designed for beginners with no prior experience in quantum computing or Qiskit.
No, you choose one mode — Offline or Online. All participants must attend all live sessions in their selected mode.
Yes. Participation in the hackathon is mandatory for certification and prize eligibility in both tracks.
Yes! All participants who complete the required sessions and assignments will receive an official IBM Quantum certificate.
Online sessions will be hosted via Google Meet. The link will be shared with registered participants through Discord.
Offline Track (Physical): 50 selected participants with live in-person classes and mentorship at Prithvi Narayan Campus. Online Track: 100 participants with live virtual sessions via Google Meet. Both modes follow the same rules and curriculum.
One winner will be selected from each track based on hackathon performance, creativity, and collaboration.
Mode selection is final once confirmed. Both Offline (50 seats) and Online (100 seats) are limited and assigned after review.
IBM Quantum is a full-stack quantum computing provider. Its offerings include cloud-based access to quantum processors, the Qiskit SDK, educational courses, and global partnerships for capacity building.
Founded in 1960, PNC is one of Tribhuvan University's oldest and largest campuses. Located in Pokhara, it plays a vital role in higher education and research in western Nepal, fostering academic excellence and innovation.
We welcome sponsors who are passionate about quantum education and innovation. Your support will help us enhance the event experience, bring in expert speakers, and empower more learners.
Interested in Sponsoring?
Partner with us to support the next generation of quantum computing talent in Nepal.
📧 Get in TouchJoin us for Qiskit Fall Fest PNC 2026 - November 25 to December 2
Limited seats available - 50 Offline and 100 Online spots only.
Registration closes on November 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM NPT.
Have questions or want to get involved? Reach out to us!
Prithvi Narayan Campus, Pokhara