To provide formal linkages of communication among the scientific community in the form of research journals in different areas of S&T
To disseminate S&T information to general public, particularly school students, to inculcate interest in science among them
To collect, collate and disseminate information on plant, animal and mineral wealth of the country
To harness information technology applications in information management with particular reference to science communication and modernizing libraries
To act as a facilitator in furthering the economic, social, industrial, scientific and commercial development by providing timely access to relevant and accurate information
To develop human resources in science communication, library, documentation and information science and S&T information management systems and services
To collaborate with international institutions and organizations having objectives and goals similar to those of NISCAIR
Any other activity in consonance with the mission statement of NISCAIR
