The Indian Institute of Welding (IIW-India) was incorporated on the 22nd april,1966 at Calcutta to foster the development of welding science, technology and engineering in India and since then has been serving the cause of the welding industry through its 13 branches throughout India. The institute is a non-profit making organization registered under section 25 of the company's act 1956 and is also registered under section 12 A of the Income tax act 1961 as an institution for charitable purpose.

Cochin Branch was establishing in the year 1979 and activities spread all over the state of Kerala.

In line with its theme "WELDING FOR NATIONAL BUILDING" the Indian Institute of Welding is proud in established an IIW-India foundation for furthering the cause of Welding Technology. The IIW-India foundation believes with the rapid changes happening in welding technology,there is a dire need for carrying out research in welding technology which will help India to move to become knowledge based country. The foundation is an independent body so far its financial aspects are concerned. This is an inter-disciplinary body and funded by industry,academics and government agencies which in the long run benefit the industry. The foundation facilitates research,training, and education in welding and allied subjects. Each year the foundation provides scholarship to deserving students to enable them to present technical papers in international seminars/ conferences abroad. This will help in creating careers that can sustain and grow with the industry. The foundation wishes to develop resources,facility and infrastructure for the progress, usage and development of welding technology in India"

• Assist human resorces development in welding in India.
• Technology diffusion to industry and the individual.
• Foster R & D in welding.
• Promote health & safety in welding.
• To promote education, training & qualification in welding in India in line with international standards which would be globally recognized and accepted.
• Establish standards of quality for the Indian fabrication industry.