JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) · JGI Global Campus · Est. 2012
Where Fire Invites Science
India's premier NABL-accredited fire and combustion research centre — bridging science and industry in fire safety, combustion engineering, and clean energy since 2012.
FCRC at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) conducts frontier studies in fire science and technology — advancing knowledge through postgraduate and doctoral programmes, and developing well-trained human resources for India's fire safety and combustion sector.
The NABL-accredited UL–JFL (Underwriters Laboratories – Jain Fire Lab), established at FCRC in collaboration with UL, is one of its kind in the world. FCRC is mentored by leaders with more than 40 years of industry experience.
"FCRC is mentored by leaders with more than 40 years of experience in the industry, bringing a wealth of experience in research and development."
Research Areas
Fire SafetyBiomass CombustionFire SuppressionPool Fire TestingPropellantsHigh-Energy MaterialsClean EnergyFire ForensicsBattery FireBiochar Production
What We Do
FCRC Objectives
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Computational & Experimental R&D
Provide computational and experimental R&D in combustion and fire safety, addressing both fundamental and applied research questions.
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Industry Research Linkages
Identify research opportunities through UL–JFL technical activities and interactions with fire-related product manufacturers, users, and R&D organizations.
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Training Programs
Conduct broad-based and tailored training in combustion and fire safety designed to meet the specific requirements of target organizations.
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PG & PhD Programs
Develop research-oriented postgraduate training and PhD programs in fire safety engineering and combustion science.
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Academic Collaboration
Interact with premier institutions including IITs and IISc, establishing collaborative linkages, student exchange programs, and faculty R&D visits.
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Clean Combustion Devices
Promote clean combustion solutions that minimize pollutant emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and support sustainable practices across industrial contexts.
Industry Sectors
Sectors We Serve
FCRC's fire and combustion capabilities span eight critical industry verticals — from battery energy storage and offshore oil & gas, to building materials, clean energy, and defence applications.
How FCRC compares to global peers
Peer institutions such as RISE Fire Research (Norway/Sweden), UL FSRI (USA), and Applus+ (Spain) define fire research excellence by their breadth across industry verticals. FCRC is uniquely positioned as India's only UL-associated fire lab delivering comparable sector coverage — battery fire, maritime, offshore jet fire, building fire resistance, clean energy, defence propellants, and industrial process safety — all under NABL-accredited test conditions on a single 2-acre campus.
Battery & Energy Storage
Cell-to-system fire testing, thermal runaway characterisation, BESS fire safety validation, gas emission analysis, and suppression efficacy for Li-ion and emerging battery chemistries.
Thermal RunawayBESSLi-ionUN/ECE R100Gas Emission
Building & Construction
Reaction-to-fire and fire resistance testing for structural elements, cladding, insulation, roofing, façades, and under-deck systems per IS, ISO, and BIS standards.
IS 1202ISO 5660FaçadesRoof InsulationEPS
Maritime & Offshore
Fire resistance and suppression testing for marine materials and structures. Jet fire impingement studies for offshore process safety, passive fire protection, and IMO-standard compliance.
IMO StandardsJet FirePFPMarine MaterialsOffshore
Clean Energy & Biomass
Clean combustion device development, biomass co-firing research, biochar production technology, and industrial decarbonisation. Three patents filed with technology transferred to stove manufacturers and industry.
Large-scale pool fire and jet fire testing for oil & gas, chemical plants, and storage facilities. Oxygen Reduction Systems for ASRS, flammability limits, and explosion risk assessment.
Pool FireJet FireHAZOPIOCLHPCLBARC
Defence & High-Energy Materials
Synthesis and combustion studies of nano-amorphous boron in powder and slurry modes for GTRE. Pyrophoric fuel experiments for VSSC, Trivandrum, and propellant safety research.
Nano-BoronGTREVSSCPyrophoricPropellants
Fire Safety Products & Testing
Extinguisher and detection tube testing, DCP/CO₂/water mist suppression validation, foam performance, and firefighting nozzle characterisation per IS and NFPA standards.
ExtinguishersFoamWater MistDCPDetection
Training & Forensics
Live fire-fighting training, CFFP forensics workshops (NFPA 1033 & 921), industrial fire safety management, visiting scientists programme, and PhD/PG research in fire engineering.
CFFPNFPA 1033Live FirePhDPG Training
Key Standards & Certifications We Work To
FCRC tests and consults to a broad range of Indian, international, and sector-specific standards — bridging BIS requirements with global frameworks used by UL, IMO, NFPA, and ISO.
IS 1202ISO 5660ISO 1182NFPA 10NFPA 13NFPA 921NFPA 1033UN/ECE R100IMO MSC.265(84)ISO/IEC 17025BIS Fire StandardsEN 13501
Meet the researchers, faculty, scientists and support staff who make FCRC India's leading fire and combustion research centre. Hover a card to reveal contact details.
Fire testing laboratory at JGI Global Campus in collaboration with Underwriters Laboratories — covering approximately 9,000 m² with an investment of INR 150 million.
240 m²
Fire Lab Area
13 m
Roof Height
4.65 m²
Pool Fire Size
120
TC Data Channels
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UL–Jain Fire Lab (UL–JFL)
240 m² enclosed fire test arena with a patented porous-wall system — providing natural ventilation while preventing ambient air disturbances. Independent control room, visitors bay, and glass viewing windows.
Pool Fire13m RoofNABL Accredited
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Extinguisher & Detection Testing
Environmental test bay, cylinder integrity test bay, DCP filling and discharge test bay, N₂ charging unit, and heat detection tube testing ovens.
ExtinguishersDetection TubesDCP
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Analytical Laboratory
Tensiometer, Particle Size Analyser, FTIR, Anemometers, and DAQ systems for advanced combustion characterisation and firefighting foam analysis.
FTIRParticle AnalysisDAQ
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Outdoor Test Area
10,000 m² open area for large-scale battery safety tests, pool fire experiments, and regulatory fire tests including BARC diesel fire test and BESS testing for Fluence.
10,000 m²Battery FirePool Fire
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Biomass & Combustion R&D Lab
400 kg/batch biochar production plant, advanced biomass combustion device prototyping, and dehydration systems. 3 patents filed, technology transferred to stove manufacturers.
BiocharBiomass3 Patents
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Academic Block
Four fully air-conditioned AV classrooms (40 seats each), faculty chambers, discussion rooms, lounge, library, and LAN with Wi-Fi.
4 ClassroomsLibraryWi-Fi
Photo Documentation
Fire in Action
Combustion dynamics research
Pool fire tray testing
Large-scale fire test · UL–JFL
Foam suppression performance test
Firefighter suppression training
Industry fire safety training
Research Output
Publications & Presentations
23 peer-reviewed publications and 18 conference presentations spanning pool fire dynamics, biomass combustion, foam suppression, fire retardants, and high-energy materials.
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Experiments and Modeling of smouldering of incense sticks
From PhD research to intensive fire safety courses — FCRC builds fire science competence across academia, government, and industry. Experts drawn from UL, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, and independent consultants.
"Eminent fire researchers from India and across the globe are invited to FCRC to hold workshops and identify research questions of relevance to Indian context."
PG training and PhD programs in Fire Engineering and Combustion Science — designed to meet the research and professional needs of India in advanced fire safety and combustion disciplines.
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Certificate in Fire Technology (Minor Degree)
Certificate courses in Fire Technology leading to a Minor Degree at JAIN University. Eligibility: II Sem BE completed. One subject per semester, limited seats available.
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Online Fire Safety Program
8-week online program — 16 modules (~30 min each) plus 1-hour weekend webinars — for final-year BE Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or BSc students.
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CFFP Workshop (UL Solutions)
Certified Fire Forensics Program workshops covering NFPA 1033 and NFPA 921 — designed for Architects, AHJs, Fire Engineering Staff, Risk Analysts, and System Integrators.
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Industry Technology Up-gradation
Tailored training modules covering enhanced operating knowledge, equipment troubleshooting, and fuel cost reduction strategies for industrial participants.
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Visiting Scientists Program
Faculty from premier R&D institutions invited for up to three months at FCRC for scientific discussions — attracting scientists and technocrats from India and overseas.
Collaborations & Industry Links
Key Partners
Testing & Standards
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Strategic alliance for fire test method development, UL–JFL joint accreditation, and CFFP workshops co-delivered with UL Solutions.
Academic — Bangalore
IISc Bangalore
Combustion research resulting in 3 patents for clean biomass combustion devices. Technology transferred to FEPL and Phoenix Products, Belgaum.
Academic
IIT Madras
Joint workshops on fire research in propulsion systems and national combustion researchers meets.
Defence — Atomic Energy
BARC
Large-scale outdoor regulatory diesel fire test — 4m × 4m diesel-on-water pool fire for nuclear transportation package certification.
Defence — Gas Turbine
GTRE Bengaluru & VSSC
Nano-amorphous Boron synthesis for GTRE; advancing towards pyrophoric fuel experiments for VSSC Trivandrum.
Industry — Energy Storage
Fluence & Epsilon Engineering
Exclusive BESS fire tests for Fluence; large-scale fire tests for KOKO, Epsilon Engineering.
Industry — Clean Energy
RExergy India
Biochar production facility (200 kg/day), joint R&D in biomass combustion and specialty carbons.
Industry
Honeywell
Gas leak testing programme. Pipeline research in Oxygen Reduction Systems for ASRS applications.
International Academic
UiTM Malaysia & NIFTEM
Academic MoUs for student exchange, joint fire forensics research (Forensic Odontology with UiTM) and combustion science.
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