IARI, Assam is unique in its structure , functioning , mandate and objectives. It is one of its kind in north-east India with aims and objectives that are specific to north-eastern states . The main purpose of IARI, Assam is to serve as an Institution of learning in higher agricultural education in south -east Asia. The major mandates are: Promote high standards of
- Under- graduate and post-graduate education and research.
- Need- based agricultural research through in-house and externally funded research projects.
- Outreach program in agriculture and allied fields.