MTA, the General Directorate of Mineral Research and Exploration of Türkiye, is a public institution focused on understanding the country’s geology and supporting the development of its mineral and energy resources. Its work spans mineral exploration, including metallic and industrial minerals, coal, geothermal resources and nuclear energy raw materials, alongside geological, geophysical, marine and environmental research. The institution also undertakes scientific and technological studies, feasibility work, drilling, and laboratory analysis and testing.

MTA provides services to public bodies, businesses and individuals, helping address challenges in licensed mining areas and supporting the study and development of mineral deposits. Its services include geological, geophysical, energy and other technical maps; surveys and drilling; geothermal and hydrogeological services; and analysis, testing and calibration. It also maintains geological information resources, reports, a core sample information bank, library and publications, and offers publications, reports and maps for sale. MTA shares public information on earthquakes and geological hazards and operates the Şehit Cuma Dağ Natural History Museum.