In a bold move to uplift tribal communities, NMDC Limited has launched two fully-sponsored educational programs in Chhattisgarh, aiming to create a skilled healthcare workforce and bridge the region’s medical service gap.
200 Nursing Seats Reserved for Tribal Girls
As part of its CSR initiative, NMDC has rolled out a comprehensive nursing education scheme exclusively for tribal girls from Bastar, Dantewada, Sukma, Kondagaon, Bijapur, and Narayanpur. The offering includes:
- 110 seats for B.Sc. Nursing (4-year course)
- 90 seats for GNM (3-year General Nursing and Midwifery course)
The PSU will bear the full cost of education, hostel, books, and other academic expenses—amounting to ₹12–15 lakh per student. Only ST candidates from families with annual incomes below ₹72,000 are eligible. Applications close on June 28, 2025.
Apollo University Partners for Allied Healthcare Programs
In collaboration with Apollo University, Chittoor, NMDC has also introduced a Medical Technology Program for tribal youth. The program features:
- 90 fully sponsored B.Sc. seats
- 60% seats for girls and 40% for boys
- Offered courses include:
- Emergency Medical Technology
- Imaging Technology
- Physician Assistant
- Anaesthesiology & OT Technology
- Renal Dialysis Technology
- Medical Lab Technology
Applications are open until June 30, 2025, with full financial backing from NMDC for every student enrolled.
Investing in Grassroots Health and Opportunity
NMDC’s dual educational initiative seeks to curb migration, create job-ready healthcare professionals, and enhance medical infrastructure in tribal regions. With a focus on quality education and assured career pathways, these programs aim to transform tribal youth into agents of change within their own communities.
Eligible candidates can visit the official NMDC website at https://www.nmdc.co.in/career for application details.
For further assistance, contact the helpline at +91-7044599061 or email [email protected].
About NMDC:
NMDC Limited is India’s largest iron ore producer and a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Steel. With mining operations in Chhattisgarh and Karnataka, the company drives inclusive development through its extensive CSR portfolio focused on education, healthcare, and tribal welfare.
