- To increase the efficiency of small-scale units in the Northern Region in light engineering and allied fields by providing support in the design and production of tools and jigs & fixtures as well as by rendering technical consultancy services
- To manufacture small and medium-size tools such as press tools, jigs & fixtures, moulds, dies, and special purpose tools
- To provide common service facilities to small-scale industries regarding the manufacture of various types of tools, heat treatment, and related services
- To impart long-term technical training in the form of Diploma, Certificate course in Heat treatment and Condensed Courses to students who want to become toolmakers, technicians in the plastic and metal processing industry or heat treatment specialists
- To conduct short-term and part-time courses for technical staff of small-scale industries putting emphasis on advanced technologies such as CNC programming and machining and CAD/CAM, but also offering training in conventional subjects
