NMDC Ltd – India’s Premier Minerals and Mining Enterprise

On March 13, 2026, NMDC Limited became India’s first mining company to produce 50 million tonnes of iron ore in FY26, reinforcing domestic iron ore security and supporting the country’s target of achieving 300 million tonnes of steelmaking capacity by 2030.

On February 6, 2026, NMDC strengthened its commitment to inclusive development by achieving 100% placement for Bastar youth through its skill development initiative, reinforcing the company’s focus on empowering local communities with sustainable employment opportunities and supporting the Viksit Bharat vision.

On January 2, 2026, NMDC Limited reported strong operational performance for December 2025, with iron ore production rising 14.64% year-on-year to 5.40 million tonnes and sales increasing 18.67% to 6.64 million tonnes. For the April–December FY26 period, cumulative production reached 36.89 million tonnes while sales stood at 34.92 million tonnes, reflecting robust demand and improved operational efficiency supporting India’s steel sector.

On November 1, 2025, Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Dredging & Marine (part of NMDC Group) announced plans to explore an equity stake in the Subarnarekha Port project in Odisha, led by Tata Steel. The move aims to revive the long-delayed deep-water port project, with NMDC also considering undertaking EPC works including dredging and construction. The project, originally awarded in 2008 and valued at around Rs. 12,000–13,000 crore (US$ 1.33–1.45 billion), is gaining traction after years of delays and could significantly boost logistics infrastructure for steel and bulk cargo.

Bastar is set to transform with Rs. 52,000 crore (US$ 6.07 billion) in public and private investment, including Rs. 43,000 crore (US$ 5.02 billion) from NMDC, plus major rail and road works, a 350-bed hospital, and over 2,100 jobs through projects in healthcare, agriculture, and MSMEs.

NMDC, India’s largest iron ore producer, kicked off FY26 on a strong note with record-breaking performance in April 2025. The company produced 4.00 million tonnes (MT) of iron ore and sold 3.63 MT-its highest-ever April volumes since inception. This marks a 15% jump in production and a 2.8% rise in sales compared to the same period last year.

NMDC, India’s premier producer of iron ore and other minerals, was recently honoured for its outstanding contributions to corporate excellence and social responsibility at the 14th Public relations council of India (PRCI) excellence awards 2024.

NMDC achieved its highest ever cumulative volumes up to February 2024, with 40.24 million tonnes of iron ore produced and 40.48 million tonnes sold in the first 11 months of FY24.

In November 2023, NMDC commenced gold mining operations at Mt Celia in Western Australia through its subsidiary company Legacy Iron Ore Limited.

National Miner NMDC flagged off the country's first of its kind Mobile Environment Lab from its Head Office in Hyderabad on October 27, 2023.

On September 25, 2023, NMDC was conferred with the ‘'Best Organisation Award’ at the 37th Annual Chapter Convention on Quality Concepts 2023 in Hyderabad.

NMDC produced 3.41 million tonnes and sold 3.54 million tonnes of iron ore in the month of August 2023.

NMDC unveiled its new logo in August 2023 in New Delhi, showcasing the CPSE's dedication to responsible mining.

In July 2023, NMDC launched its Customer Portal - Darpan at its Head office.

In July 2023, NMDC won the ‘Mineral Development Award’ and the ‘Employer Brand of the Year Award’ at ASSOCHAM Business Excellence Awards 2023 in Kolkata.

In June 2023, NMDC entered into a Collaborative Research Agreement with CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (IMMT).

In May 2023, Mr. Vinay Kumar assumed office of Director (Technical) at NMDC. He has been appointed as a Functional Director on the board of NMDC, a Navratna company under the Ministry of Steel.

NMDC, reported a production of 3.51 MT and sale of 3.43 MT in April 2023, recording the best ever performance for any April month in NMDC history.

In February 2023, NMDC signed an agreement for collaborative research with CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar on “Feasibility Studies for Preparation of Fused Magnesia from Kimberlite Tailings” at its Head Office in Hyderabad.

On March 16, 2022, NMDC, inked an MoU with IIT Kharagpur for drone-based mineral prospecting. 

In September 2021, NMDC collaborated with the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) for research and development projects.

In August 2021, NMDC offered technical and financial assistance to Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited (NINL) to resume mining operations in Odisha.

Cumulative production and sales figures until May 2021 stood at 5.91 MT and 6.39 MT, respectively, achieving 45% more production and 63% more sales over the corresponding period in the last year.

In 2021, NMDC aims to utilise 97% production capacity to manufacture 35 MT of iron ore. In FY21 (until January 2021), NMDC’s iron ore production stood at 25.66 MT

In December 2020, the long pending issue of Donimalai Iron ore mine (ML No.2396) of NMDC Ltd, which was suspended since November 2018, has finally concluded through the endeavour of the Government. Donimalai Iron ore mine, which has total concession area of 597.54 hectare and estimated resource of 149 MT shall increase the annual Iron ore production in the country by 7 MTPA. The operationalization of the mine would contribute a total of around Rs. 1,100 crore (~US$ 149 million) to the State exchequer per annum.

In August 2020, the Board of Directors of NMDC Limited approved the demerger of its upcoming three million tonne per annum capacity steel plant in Chhattisgarh.

NMDC and i-TIC Foundation, IIT Hyderabad, signed an agreement to support start-ups through a collaborative joint incubation program, NMDC Innovation & Incubation Centre (NICE)

NMDC received second prize in Rajbhasha Kirti Awards including undertakings in C region

NMDC received the “Innovative Stakeholders Interface” award at the SCOPE Corporate Excellence Awards 2019

NMDC bagged the First Prize under the Clean Action Plan

NMDC Limited bagged the prestigious S&P Global PLATTS Global Metals Award 2018 in corporate social responsibility category

Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed with Geological Survey of India (GSI) for mineral exploration in Madhya Pradesh BY NMDC

NMDC has been awarded Ispat Rajbhasha Shield (first prize) amongst PSUs of Ministry of Steel.

NMDC has incorporated a Joint Venture Company between NMDC and Jharkhand State Mineral Development Corporation.

NMDC signed a contract agreement for turnkey execution of a Sinter Plant.

Conferred the 'Navratna' status.

Strategic partnership with Spice Metals and Minerals for management of metal and mineral projects outside India.

Accredited as the - Centre of Excellence - in the field of mineral processing by UNIDO.

Bailadila Iron Ore Project Deposit five, 10 and 11A certified with ISO 9001:2000.

Bailadila Iron Ore Project Deposit 14 and 11C certified with ISO 9001:2000.

Commenced production of iron ore from Bailadila Deposit No.10/11A.

Conferred the Mini Ratna status by Department of Public Enterprise, Government of India.

Incorporated our subsidiary – J & K Mineral Development Corporation Limited as a joint venture with J & K Minerals Limited.

NMDC was incorporated on November 15 as National Mineral Development Corporation Private Limited.