Dalmia Industrial Training Institute, Rajgangpur Ranked India's No. 1 Private ITI in MSDE's National Grading 2026-27

~Secures 2nd Rank Overall Among 14,617 Government and Private ITIs Across India ~

Rajgangpur, June 12, 2026: Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited one of India's leading cement companies, is proud to announce that its Dalmia Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Rajgangpur, Odisha, has been ranked as the No. 1 Private ITI in India in the All India ITI Grading for Academic Year 2026-27 conducted by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The institute also secured the 2nd position overall among 14,617 Government and Private ITIs assessed across the country, achieving an outstanding score of 9.7 out of 10. This latest recognition builds on the institute's strong track record of excellence, having secured the 2nd rank among private ITIs in India in FY 2024-25. Its rise to the top position this year reflects a sustained focus on quality training, industry relevance and learner success. The institute offers technical training across trades including Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Welder, Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) and Solar Technician. In a notable achievement, 13% of enrolled candidates in the past two years were women, while 84?longed to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

To mark the achievement, DCBL organised a felicitation ceremony for the institute's faculty, staff and students, acknowledging their collective efforts in achieving this national recognition, in the presence of company officials.

Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Chetan Shrivastav Executive Director- DCBL and Unit Head, Rajgangpur, “This recognition is a proud milestone for Dalmia Bharat and a testament to the dedication of our students, trainers and industry partners. Being ranked as India's top private ITI further reinforces our commitment to continue expanding opportunities for youth, particularly women and underserved communities, while strengthening India's skilling ecosystem and building a future-ready workforce for the nation.”

As India continues to accelerate its skilling and manufacturing ambitions, Dalmia Bharat remains committed to empowering youth through industry-aligned vocational education and building a workforce equipped for the opportunities of tomorrow.

About Dalmia Bharat Limited:
Founded in 1939, Dalmia Bharat Limited (BSE/NSE Symbol: DALBHARAT) is one of India’s pioneering cement companies headquartered in New Delhi. With a growing capacity, currently pegged at 54.7 MnT, Dalmia Bharat Limited (including its subsidiaries) is the fourth-largest cement manufacturing company in India by installed capacity. Spread across 12 states and 19 manufacturing units, Dalmia Bharat Limited prides itself at having one of the lowest carbon footprints in the cement industry globally. It is the first cement company to commit to RE100, EP100 & EV100 (first triple joiner) – showing real business leadership in the clean energy transition by taking a joined-up approach. Visit us at https://www.dalmiacement.com/

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