A record-breaking deal that lights up India’s infrastructure space
Engineering and construction giant NCC Limited has hit the jackpot with a ₹6,828.94 crore contract win from Central Coalfields Limited (CCL). The Letter of Acceptance, dated 24 October 2025, confirms NCC’s selection for one of the largest mining projects in its portfolio — the Amrapali Open Cast Project (OCP) in Jharkhand’s Chandragupt Area.
Inside the mega order
Under this massive order, NCC will handle:
- Removal of 413.59 million cubic metres of overburden (OB)
- Extraction of 233.325 million tonnes of coal
- Transportation to Shivpur siding and surface stock yard
- Wagon loading of 139.995 million tonnes of coal
The engagement spans seven years of production plus a 360-day development period, totalling nearly 2,915 days of execution time.
Why this matters
The ₹6,800 crore-plus deal is a game-changer for NCC, expanding its footprint in India’s energy-infrastructure domain and signaling the company’s return to mega-scale mining operations. Analysts expect the order to strengthen NCC’s order book and earnings visibility over the next several years.
Industry experts say that this contract also reflects India’s accelerating focus on coal production to meet growing power demand while supporting the transition toward sustainable mining practices through mechanisation and digital monitoring.
Clean sweep: zero promoter interest, arm’s-length deal
According to NCC’s disclosure to stock exchanges, none of its promoters or group companies hold any interest in the awarding entity. The transaction does not fall under related-party category and has been awarded on an arm’s-length basis, reinforcing transparency in operations.
What comes next
The project will require deployment of high-end heavy earth-moving machinery (HEMM) and digital mining solutions for efficient extraction and transport. NCC’s engineers are already preparing for on-site mobilisation in early 2026.
Market buzz
Following the announcement, investor chatter around NCC Limited intensified, with analysts hinting that the new contract could push NCC’s total order book beyond ₹70,000 crore, bolstering confidence in the company’s long-term growth trajectory.
“This single contract underscores NCC’s execution capabilities and its trusted partnership with leading PSUs,” said a senior industry observer, adding that the deal positions NCC among India’s top-tier mining contractors.
The bigger picture
With infrastructure and energy sectors booming, large EPC players like NCC are poised to benefit from public-sector spending. The CCL order not only cements NCC’s leadership in coal mining services but also highlights India’s continued investment in core energy infrastructure.
Final takeaway
NCC Limited’s ₹6,828 crore win from Central Coalfields Limited isn’t just another project — it’s a blockbuster breakthrough that will power its growth engine for years to come. As India digs deeper into energy expansion, NCC appears ready to deliver the muscle behind the movement.
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