NMDC Limited, India’s largest iron ore producer, has opened applications for its flagship CSR initiative, Balika Shiksha Yojana, and announced the launch of a transformative Medical Technology Program in collaboration with Apollo University, Chittoor.
These initiatives are part of NMDC’s continued commitment to empowering tribal youth through education and skill development. While Balika Shiksha Yojana focuses on supporting the education of young girls from underprivileged communities, the new Medical Technology Program aims to bridge the opportunity gap for tribal youth by equipping them with in-demand skills in the healthcare sector.
- Balika Shiksha Yojana – For Tribal Girls (ST)
Under the flagship initiative, NMDC is offering 100% free nursing education to young tribal girls from Bastar,Dantewada, Sukma, Kondagaon, Bijapur and Narayanpur to pursue B.Sc (Nursing 4 years) and GNM (3 years) Courses at reputed institutes namely Apollo School of Nursing, Yashoda School of Nursing, and KIMS College of Nursing in Hyderabad. The course offers a total of 200 seats, including 110 seats for B.Sc. Nursing and 90 seats for GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) courses. The program will cover all educational expenses including tuition, hostel, and academic costs, with an investment of ₹12 to ₹15 lakh per student.
The applicant’s family income must not exceed ₹72,000 per annum. The application window will close on 28th June 2025.
- Medical Technology Program – For Underprivileged Boys & Girls
NMDC, in partnership with Apollo University, Chittoor, is offering fully sponsored Allied Healthcare education for eligible Scheduled Tribe (ST) students from Dantewada and Bastar districts.
The initiative, fully sponsored with an investment of approximately ₹12 to ₹15 lakh per student, aims to empower tribal youth with professional skills for livelihood. The program will provide 90 seats for aspiring students (60% reserved for girls and 40% reserved for males). The specialized B.Sc. programs being offered include- Emergency Medical Technology, Medical Lab Technology, Anaesthesiology & Operation Theatre Technician, Imaging Technology, Physician Assistant, and Renal Dialysis Technology.
Application for the same are open till June 30, 2025. For over 60 years, NMDC has shaped the development of Chhattisgarh, where its two major mining complexes operate. These new education initiatives open fresh avenues for the region’s tribal youth.
