About:
The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) is an autonomous body functioning under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
Established: 14th May 1966
Headquarters: Mumbai (also houses principal laboratories).
Regional Branches:
Chennai (1971)
Kolkata (1976)
Delhi (1986)
Hyderabad (2006)
Objectives:
To promote exports through innovative packaging design and development.
To upgrade the overall standards of packaging within the country.
Key Functions:
Testing & evaluation of packaging materials and packages.
Consultancy and R&D in packaging science and technology.
Training and education in packaging for artisans, weavers, exporters, and stakeholders.
Conducts skill development programmes on innovative and aesthetic packaging.
Collaborations:
Works closely with commodity boards and export promotion councils, Including APEDA, Spices Board, MPEDA, Tea Board, and MoFPI.
International Linkages:
Founding Member: Asian Packaging Federation (APF)
Member:
Institute of Packaging Professionals (IOPP), USA
Institute of Packaging (IOP), UK
Technical Association of Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI), USA
Major Events:
INDIAPACK: Biennial International Packaging Exhibition.
INDIASTAR: National contest recognizing excellence in packaging.
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
