HYDERABAD, February 02, 2026 – NMDC Limited, India’s largest iron ore producer, continues its upward trajectory, reporting significant growth in both production and sales for January 2026. According to the latest provisional data released to the exchanges, the mining major has achieved a cumulative production of 42.45 Million Tonnes (MT) for the current financial year up to January, marking a sharp increase from the 35.87 MT recorded in the same period last year.
January 2026 Performance Breakdown
The month of January saw NMDC scaling new heights, particularly in its Chhattisgarh sector, which remains the primary engine of growth.
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Total Production: Increased to 5.56 MT in January 2026, compared to 5.10 MT in January 2025.
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Total Sales: Rose to 4.79 MT, up from 4.48 MT in the previous year's corresponding month.
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Regional Performance: Chhattisgarh led the surge with a monthly production of 4.16 MT, while Karnataka maintained a steady output of 1.40 MT.
Comparative Data (Provisional)
The following table illustrates the year-on-year (YoY) growth in performance for the month and the cumulative financial year:
| Category | Jan 2026 (MT) | Jan 2025 (MT) | Cumulative Upto Jan 26 (MT) | Cumulative Upto Jan 25 (MT) |
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Production
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5.56
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5.10
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42.45
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35.87
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| Sales |
4.79
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4.48
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39.73
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36.22
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Strategic Implications for the Steel Sector
The consistent rise in NMDC’s output is a positive signal for the domestic steel industry. As a key raw material supplier, NMDC's ability to maintain a steady supply chain helps stabilize input costs for major steel producers. The 18% cumulative production growth (YoY) highlights the company’s operational efficiency and successful capacity expansion initiatives across its major mines in Chhattisgarh and Karnataka.
About NMDC Limited
NMDC Limited, a "Navratna" Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, is India's largest producer of iron ore. With a focus on sustainable mining and technological innovation, NMDC plays a pivotal role in supporting India’s industrial growth and infrastructure development.