1.

To undertake and promote forestry research, education and extension, leading to scientific and sustainable management of forest resources.

2.

To provide scientific advice to the central and state governments aiding informed decision making in matters of national and regional importance and international commitments and to address forestry research needs.

3.

To carry out research and extension in forestry with focus on development of new varieties, management and silvicultural techniques to maximize productivity of natural and planted forests under different ecological considerations and changing environment, especially through scientific breeding programmes, biotechnological interventions and silvicultural applications.

4.

To develop and manage Forest Genetic Resources (FGR) for conservation and sustainable utilization.

5.

To undertake research for development of mitigation and adaptation strategies in forestry sector to meet the challenges of climate change.

6.

To undertake biodiversity and ecological assessments for development of site specific conservation strategies, restoration and rehabilitation of degraded and fragile eco-systems.

7.

To carry out research for development of eco-friendly products for various applications through bioprospecting for sustainable use of forest resources.

8.

To develop extension strategies to increase the accessibility and affordability of improved varieties and other products and conduct socio-economic studies including market research, economic valuation and other related aspects.

9.

To undertake research and knowledge management on various aspects of forests, viz., Forest soils, Invasive species, Forest fires, Insect pests and diseases and restoration and rehabilitation of degraded and fragile ecosystems.

10.

To provide technical assistance and material support to states, forest dependent communities, forest based industries, tree & NTFP growers and other stakeholders in their forestry based programmes for conservation and sustainable use of forest resources.

11.

To develop, upscale, disseminate and share appropriate technologies to end-users through innovative extension strategies and capacity building programmes.

12.

To undertake all such activities as necessary, incidental and conducive to attainment of the objectives of the Council.