UP NISMED has three major functions: curriculum development, teacher training and research. It also performs extension work as a natural outgrowth of these three major functions.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

UP NISMED develops research-based curriculum materials for teachers and students at the basic and teacher education levels.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

UP NISMED offers various training courses for science and mathematics teachers and instructional leaders.

RESEARCH

UP NISMED serves as the research and development arm of the government in science and mathematics at the basic and teacher education levels. 

EXTENSION

In its role in making science accessible to the public, UP NISMED conducts public service initiatives such as training caravans, sky watching activities, public lectures, and open-labs.