Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (IMMT), Bhubaneswar

About the Institute

Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (IMMT), located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is a premier national research institution under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Established in 1964 as the Regional Research Laboratory (RRL), it was renamed as IMMT in 2007. The institute focuses on research and development in the fields of mining, minerals, materials, and chemical process engineering.

1. Academic Programs:

IMMT primarily serves as a research and training institute. Academic programs are conducted in collaboration with reputed universities.

• Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.):

  • Offered in collaboration with institutions like AcSIR (Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research)

  • Areas include: Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Material Science, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Sciences

• Internships and Dissertation Projects:

  • Opportunities available for postgraduate and undergraduate students in science and engineering fields

• Postdoctoral Research:

  • Available in advanced materials and minerals research domains

2. Affiliation and Recognition:

• Recognized as a constituent laboratory of CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)

• Collaborates with universities for Ph.D. and academic research

• Recognized by UGC and other national bodies for research excellence

3. Campus and Infrastructure:

• Located in Acharya Vihar, Bhubaneswar

• Campus includes:

  • Advanced laboratories for materials characterization, mineral beneficiation, bio-mineral processing, and nanotechnology

  • High-end instrumentation facilities

  • Central library with technical journals and digital resources

  • Conference halls and seminar rooms

  • On-campus hostels for research scholars

  • Green and eco-friendly campus layout

4. Research Contribution:

• Known for innovation in mineral processing, extractive metallurgy, and sustainable material development

• Provides technological solutions for industries in mining, materials, energy, and environment

• Regularly publishes research in national and international journals

• Engages in patents, industrial consultancy, and technology transfer

5. Admissions:

• Ph.D. admissions typically through national-level entrance exams like CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or through institutional selection

• Postgraduate and undergraduate students can apply for internships or project work based on merit and academic performance

• Admission and selection processes follow CSIR and partner university norms