Located in Delhi, its main function is the collection, processing and dissemination of relevant technical information for DRDO scientists.
In 1967 SIB was reorganised with augmented activities and named Defence Scientific Information and Documentation Centre (DESIDOC).
The Centre was functioning in the main building of Metcalfe House, a landmark in Delhi and a national monument.
In August 1988 it moved to its newly built five-storeyed building in the same Metcalfe House complex.
The periodicals published are:[2] Short term training programmes and workshops are conducted every year for DRDO personnel, mainly in the areas of library automation, Internet use, DTP, multimedia development, communication skills, stress management, etc.