DMRL is working towards indigenous development of materials, components and metallurgical processes required by the three wings of the armed forces. To fulfill this mandate, DMRL is interacting closely with academic institutions, R&D centres, production agencies, defence public sector undertakings, ordnance factories and other ministries/ departments.
Participation in development process starting with raising of qualitative requirements (QR) for product development and productionisation. It includes participation in the periodical reviews and financial commitment in staff projects.
Research, design and development of materials, components, processes and their production technologies for Indian Army, Navy and Air Force.
Evolving integrated plans in consultation with the laboratory.