Our Story
The Indian Institute of Metals was formed in 1945 to provide a professional body for metallurgists in India. The Institute has since grown to over 10,000 members and is recognized as one of the premier metallurgical organizations in the world, with activities including organizing conferences, conducting research, and publishing materials related to metallurgy and allied technologies. The organization was established to undertake key activities in the space of metallurgy in India.
Our Vision
Build a community of scientists, engineers and technologists that will take India to global leadership in minerals, metallurgical and materials science and engineering, and be the premier advocate for materials and manufacturing innovation.
Our Mission
Identify the key requirements of the metallurgical and materials segments and the professionals that can be served by IIM
Provide a platform for national and international collaborations
Provide opportunities for continuous education
Develop and share authoritative databases with industry, R&D and academia
Be a premier forum for aiding the development of policy issues for government, industry, R&D and academia
Forge stronger ties between IIM and metallurgical/materials sectors, academia, research, and professional organizations worldwide.
Message from the President's Desk
(Dr. Komal Kapoor)
Dear Esteemed Members of IIM,
Namaste and warm greetings to each one of you.
Stepping into the role of President of The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) for 2026–27 fills me with deep humility, immense pride, and a profound sense of responsibility. I am truly moved by your warmth, support, and the incredible trust you have placed in me to lead our historic institution.
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the leaders who came before me. Their brilliant vision, remarkable leadership, and steady guidance have shaped IIM into the dynamic organization it is today, consistently setting new benchmarks for academic excellence and industry outreach.
We are taking this journey together at a truly historic moment. India's booming .........
Apex Body
President, IIM
Dr. Komal Kapoor
Current Affiliation : Chairman & Chief Executive,
Nuclear Fuel Complex
Office : +91 40 2712 3728
Fax :+91 40 2712 1271
Vice President & Chairman: Ferrous Division
Dr Ashok Kumar Panda
Current Affiliation : Chairman, SAIL
Office : +91-11-24367282
Vice President & Chairman: Metal Science Division
Dr. S.V.S. Narayana Murty
Current Affiliation : CMD, MIDHANI
Office : +91-40-24184000
Vice President & Chairman: Non Ferrous Division
Mr. S Kanakanad
Current Affiliation : President & Head Manufacturing Centre of Excellence Hindalco Industries Limited
Office : +91 22 62610494
Immediate Former President
Prof. B. S. Murty
Current Affiliation : Director, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Office : +91-44-2257 4754
Fax :+91-44-2257 4754
Secretary General
Brigadier Arun Ganguli (Retd)
Current Affiliation : Secretary General, IIM
Office : +91-33-2367 5004
Hon. Treasurer
Mr. Somnath Guha
Current Affiliation : Managing Director, Metalist Consultants P Ltd
