To develop high-yielding, early-maturing, short-statured, and biotic- and abiotic-stress-tolerant varieties of the mandated crops.

To develop location-specific varieties adapted to diverse agro-ecological zones.

Molecular characterization of developed varieties to support intellectual property rights (IPR) protection.

Maintenance breeding and quality seed production to ensure varietal purity and sustainability.

Collection, conservation, and development of source populations and breeding materials.

Dissemination, demonstration, and popularization of developed varieties and technologies among farmers and other stakeholders.