Main aim of NRLC is to develop conservation of cultural property. To achieve this end, NRLC carries our research in materials and methods of conservation and diagnostic investigations, imparts training in preventive and curative conservation, disseminates knowledge in conservation and related areas through library & information service, provides technical assistance in the development of conservation facilities.

The activities of NRLC may be grouped broadly under the following headings:

• Research in Conservation
   
• Training in Conservation
   
• Technical Assistance and Conservation Service
   
• Library and Information Service