About CBRI Roorkee
Established in 1947, the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) is one of the foremost national laboratories in India dedicated to research, development, and technology dissemination in the building sector.
Located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, the institute operates under the aegis of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). Our mission is to generate knowledge and innovative technologies for cost-effective, durable, sustainable, and disaster-resilient buildings and habitat systems.
With over 75 years of pioneering research, CBRI has made significant contributions to India's building industry, from developing indigenous building materials and construction systems to formulating national codes and standards. Our work encompasses fundamental and applied research across disciplines like structural engineering, materials science, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and architectural design.
The institute houses state-of-the-art laboratories, testing facilities, and a highly qualified team of scientists, engineers, and technologists. We collaborate extensively with government agencies, industry partners, academic institutions, and international organizations to address the evolving challenges of urbanization, climate change, and resource efficiency.
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