Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad

Recurring exigencies for the inception of such an institute formed the primary basis for the establishment of the ‘Indian School of Mines & Applied Geology’ at Dhanbad by the hands of the then Viceroy Lord Irwin on 9th December 1926.

The Indian School of Mines was formally opened on 9th December 1926, by Lord Irwin, the then Viceroy of India to address the need for trained manpower related to mining activities in the country with disciplines of Mining and Applied Geology. In 1967 it was granted the status of a deemed to be university under Section 3 of UGC Act, 1956. Since its establishment, IIT(ISM) has undergone considerable expansion of its activities, and presently it can be considered as a total technology education institute.

Central Research Facility of IIT(ISM), Dhanbad has been established as a Centre of National Importance for Research and Creation. The constellation of high-quality equipment enabled with cutting edge technologies at a single location provides a scientific arena for the researchers. Sophisticated analytical instruments are vital for pursuing high-end research in areas of modern science and technology. Various advanced analytical instruments of CRF are operated and maintained by a dedicated and qualified group of Faculty members, Technical Officers and Skilled Operators. It is an integral part of IIT(ISM), Dhanbad.