The ICAR-NRCL is premier national institute for conducting research and developments on litchi and provides leadership at national level. It also acts as a national repository of information on litchi production, processing, value addition, and provides consultancy services to end users. Currently, the Centre has 14 scientific, 3 Technical assistant, 8 administrative and 3 supporting staff against the sanctioned strength of 15 scientific, 14 technical, 12 administrative and 10 supporting staff.