Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Established
26th September, 1942
Chairperson
Prime Minister of India
HQ : New Delhi
About: 
  • It is an autonomous body and the largest research and development (R&D) organisation in India – running 37 laboratories and 39 field stations or extension centres.
  • Although it is mainly funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, it operates as an autonomous body registered under the Registration of Societies Act, 1860.
  • The research and development activities of CSIR includes aerospace engineering, Structural engineering, ocean sciences, Life sciences, metallurgy, chemicals, mining, food, petroleum, leather, and environment.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Scroll to Top