The Office of R&D provides specialized administrative and managerial support for the operation of Sponsored Research Projects, Consultancy Projects and other R&D related activities of the Institute. The Office of R&D facilitates interaction with national and international agencies supporting research & development. Also, it promotes academia-industry interactions and collaboration with larger R&D laboratories, and liaises between Institute and funding agencies. Further, it supports Faculty Members in filing of patents and documenting IPR generated through research activity of the Institute. The Office of R&D facilitates the following:

(a) Management of Projects

1. Registration of Sponsored, Consulting and Institute Projects, raising Invoice/Grants-in-aid bill, receiving funds, prepare utilization certificates;
2. Appointment, extension and resignations of Project Staff Members; payment of salary;
3. Work related to Fellowships;
4. Project related purchases, imports and their payments;
5. Management of temporary advances to PIs and Project Staff Members, settlement of advances;
6. Payment for work assignments; and
7. Preparation of cheques, bank reconciliation, accounts preparation, management of investments.

(b) Management of Office

1. Preparation and publishing of booklets (hard and soft copies) related to Office of R&D, newsletter;
2. Institute’s research magazine;
3. Developing & maintaining database of R&D contacts in Industry, Academia and R&D Organisations in India and abroad;
4. Designing and preparing R&D flyers of different Departments and laboratories of the Institute; and
5. Managing MOUs, IPRs, Corporate Communications, Events and Relationships.

The Office of Research & Development (R&D) at the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur is dedicated to fostering an environment of innovation and excellence in research. Our mission is to support and enhance the institute's research capabilities, facilitating groundbreaking discoveries and advancements across various disciplines.

We provide comprehensive support to researchers, including grant administration, project management, and intellectual property rights (IPR) management. Our team assists in identifying funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and ensuring compliance with funding agency requirements.

The Office of R&D is committed to promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and forging strategic partnerships with industry, academia, and government agencies. We facilitate the translation of research into real-world applications, contributing to societal and technological advancements.

We also focus on nurturing young researchers by offering training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities. Our goal is to equip researchers with the skills and resources they need to excel in their fields and to make significant contributions to the global knowledge economy.

Through our efforts, we aim to elevate IIT Jodhpur's research profile and to position the institute as a leader in innovation and development.