Vision & Mission
Vision
To emerge as a globally competitive and nationally transformative R&D organisation in advanced materials and processing technologies, contributing strategically to India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047.
Mission
To develop unique, cutting-edge and techno-commercially viable technologies in advanced materials and processes, facilitating seamless transfer to Indian Industries, thus strengthening technological self-reliance and global competitiveness.
Mandate
1. Development of High-Performance Materials and Processes
Undertake fundamental and application-oriented research in the field of advanced materials and allied technologies.
2. Demonstrate Technologies at Prototype/Pilot-Plant Scale
Translate laboratory-level innovations into scalable prototypes or pilot-plant systems to validate performance, reliability, and industrial feasibility.
3. Technology/Know-how Transfer
Enable commercialization of developed technologies through structured mechanisms, such as licensing, industry partnerships, collaborative development models, consultancy and startup incubation.
4. Technological Solutions for Strategic Sectors
Deliver innovative and tailored solutions addressing key challenges for strategic sectors.
5. Human Resource Development
Build scientific and technical capacity through PhD programmes, training, and skill development for researchers, engineers, and other personnel in advanced materials technologies and related interdisciplinary domains.


