Established in 1950, the CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) in Pune is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Renowned internationally for its excellence in scientific research in chemistry and chemical engineering, CSIR-NCL has a distinguished track record of industrial research collaborations spanning from conceptualization to commercialization.
Vision: CSIR-NCL aspires to be a globally recognized and respected research and development organization in the field of chemical sciences and engineering. It aims to assist Indian chemical and related industries in achieving global competitiveness and contributing to national wealth creation, thereby enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.
Mission: The mission of CSIR-NCL is to conduct research and development in chemical and related sciences, aiming to deliver products, processes, intellectual property, tacit knowledge, or services that create wealth and benefit stakeholders. It seeks to maintain a balanced portfolio of scientific activities and programs, develop specialized knowledge competencies and resource centers, and contribute to the training of high-quality Ph.D. students in chemical, material, biological, and engineering sciences.