National Institute of Disaster Management

What National Institute of Disaster Management does

The National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) is a statutory organisation of the Government of India, constituted under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Originally established as the National Centre for Disaster Management in 1995 and renamed to NIDM in 2003, it is the country's nodal institution for human resource development, capacity building, training, research, documentation, and policy advocacy in disaster management. The institute serves government officials (Central Ministries, State Governments, district administrations, SDMAs, DDMAs), civil society organisations, public sector undertakings, academicians, and international participants under ITEC, with two campuses (Delhi Rohini and Vijayawada Southern Campus) and 21 specialised centres plus 7 functional coordination cells organised across six academic divisions.

NIDM delivers its mandate through a multi-channel platform: face-to-face training programmes at its campuses, a MOODLE-based E-Learning Portal with 10 online courses, a Self Study Programme with 10 self-paced modules, and 7 training modules integrated into the Government of India's iGOT Karmayogi platform (4.5 average rating). Proprietary operational assets include the India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN), the India Universities and Institutions Network for DRR (IUINDRR), the UGC CARE-listed Disaster & Development Journal, and the TIDINGS quarterly newsletter. Strategic partnerships with UNICEF (Social and Behaviour Change Toolkit), WHO India (HERCAP), World Bank Institute, GIZ, WFP, GGGI, IIT consortium (HighCAP), NCDC (NPCCHH), and MoPSW extend the institute's programme scope.

The business model is government-funded rather than commercial: NIDM operates entirely through Union Budget allocations via the Ministry of Home Affairs, with no pricing or fee structure for its training and capacity-building services. Revenue diversification is structural rather than commercial, with project-based funding from WHO, UNICEF, and other multilateral partners underwriting specific programmes. The institute does not generate transactional revenue, and its scale is reflected in operational scope (2 campuses, 42-member Institute Body, 14-member Governing Body, multi-stakeholder convening authority) rather than financial disclosures.

Name

National Institute of Disaster Management

Legal name

National Institute of Disaster Management

Website

https://nidm.gov.in

Company type

Public

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Short description

National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) is a statutory Government of India institute under the Ministry of Home Affairs providing training, capacity building, research, and policy advocacy in disaster management to government officials, civil society, academia, and international participants across India and ITEC partner countries.

Ownership category

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Product category

Disaster Management Training and Capacity Building

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Response Coordination & Incident Command (EOC/ICS) (HLAJAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Training Delivery Services (Onsite/Virtual Instruction, Workshops, Coaching) (BPAEANAN), Train-the-Trainer & Instructor Enablement Services (BPAEANAL), IT Risk Management (ITRM) (HDADAIAD)

Keywords

• Disaster management training
• Capacity building services
• Disaster risk reduction
• Government training institute
• Emergency preparedness education

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funded Operations: NIDM is a statutory organization under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 under Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The institute operates through government funding and does not charge for its training and capacity building services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

NIDM delivers human resource development, capacity building, training, research, documentation, and policy advocacy in disaster risk reduction. Its core offerings comprise face-to-face training programmes at Delhi and Vijayawada campuses, online courses via a MOODLE-based E-Learning Portal, self-paced modules through the Self Study Programme, and specialized modules hosted on the Government of India's iGOT Karmayogi platform. The institute also manages the India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN), coordinates research through the UGC CARE-listed Disaster & Development Journal, and runs international training programmes under the ITEC framework for partner countries.

Product overview

The National Institute of Disaster Management operates a multi-pronged training and capacity building platform consisting of face-to-face training programmes, e-learning courses, self-study modules, and publications. The core offerings include the E-Learning Portal (MOODLE-based with 10 online courses), Self Study Programme (10 self-paced modules), and iGOT Karmayogi courses (7 modules on government platform). The institute also manages specialized networks including the India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN), India Universities and Institutions Network for DRR (IUINDRR), and National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR). Key publications include the bi-annual Disaster & Development Journal (UGC CARE listed) and TIDINGS Newsletter. Specialized programs include the Social and Behavioral Change initiative (in partnership with UNICEF), Child Centric DRR, and various research projects on climate adaptation, disaster risk financing, and sector-specific guidelines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• E-Learning Portal (MOODLE-based DRR courses) MOODLE-based virtual learning platform offering 10 online courses on Disaster Risk Reduction themes including Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management Framework, Community-Based DRR, Earthquake Risk Reduction, and Climate Change and Disaster Risk. It is designed for government officials, disaster management professionals, and learners globally seeking structured DRR capacity building.
• Self Study Programme (SSP) Self-paced e-learning system offering 10 self-study modules on disaster management topics including Basics of Disaster Management, Flood Risk Mitigation, Cyclone Risk Management, Earthquake Risk Mitigation, and School Safety. Designed for government officials and stakeholders who need flexible, asynchronous learning.
• iGOT Karmayogi Courses NIDM contributes 7 training modules to the Government of India's iGOT Karmayogi platform for civil servant capacity building, including modules on Flood Management, Crowd Management, School Safety, and Social and Behaviour Change in DRR. Modules carry an average rating of 4.5.
• India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN) National resource network for disaster management enabling coordination of resources and data sharing across India for emergency response and preparedness.
• Disaster & Development Journal Bi-annual academic journal publishing research and policy papers on disaster management, included in the UGC CARE list from July 2022. Aimed at researchers, academics, and policy practitioners.
• TIDINGS Newsletter Quarterly newsletter covering NIDM activities, disaster management updates, and capacity building initiatives, published in English and Hindi.
• Comprehensive Course on Disaster Risk Management (ITEC) Flagship face-to-face training programme conducted at NIDM Delhi and Vijayawada campuses for international participants from ITEC partner countries including Sri Lanka and Maldives. Covers comprehensive disaster risk management topics.
• India Universities and Institutions Network for DRR (IUINDRR) Network for integrating disaster risk reduction into higher education across Indian universities and institutions, with focus on curriculum development, research collaboration, and academic partnerships.

Quantifiable outcome

• 356 training sessions for over 19,656 individuals (institutional reforms)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

AI capability6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• UNICEF IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026NIDM and UNICEF India have partnered to strengthen the capacity of key stakeholders and government officials to embed Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) into disaster management. Through this collaboration, service providers are being equipped with practical tools and skills to integrate SBCC into their work — helping communities become safer and more resilient. Key outputs include SBCC Training Module and SBCC Toolkit covering floods, cyclones, earthquakes, and public health emergencies.
• World Food Programme (WFP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NIDM and WFP collaborated on Ensuring Food and Nutrition Security in Climate Fragilities and Disasters (2022) and Food Security and Nutrition in Emergency Preparedness and Response training module (2025).
• CRY (Child Relief and You)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NIDM collaborated with CRY on Training Manual on Child Rights and Child Protection during Disasters and Emergencies (2025).
• India Universities and Institutions Network for DRR (IUINDRR)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Network established by NIDM to promote formal training and education for disaster management in India and the region, develop curriculum, and build partnerships with universities and academic institutions.
• Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NIDM is under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. MHA's DM Division works closely with NIDM on disaster management training and policy. NIDM provides training support to MHA including COVID-19 management documentation.
• National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM is implementing the National Programme on Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH) supported by NCDC, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. NIDM is designated as Centre of Excellence on Extreme Weather Events and Disasters Related Human Health Issues. Collaborations include PHEDM-PDP (Public Health Emergency and Disaster Management Professional Development Programme) with Tier II courses.
• Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM is implementing the HighCAP project (Development of National Highways Climate Adaptation Policy and Guidelines) in consortium with IIT Delhi, IIT Mandi, and Delhi Technological University. The project aims to enhance climate resilience of National Highways in India.
• IIT DelhicoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Consortium partner for HighCAP project (Development of National Highways Climate Adaptation Policy and Guidelines) alongside IIT Mandi and Delhi Technological University.
• IIT MandicoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Consortium partner for HighCAP project for climate adaptation of national highways.
• Delhi Technological UniversitycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Consortium partner for HighCAP project for climate adaptation of national highways.
• Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM is developing a comprehensive Disaster Management Plan for MoPSW to strengthen preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation mechanisms across Ports, Shipping, and Waterways sectors in India.
• Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM is collaborating with MoAFW for revision of Drought Manual 2020 and formulation of national guidelines for managing agricultural losses due to Cold Wave/Frost, Hailstorm and Pest Attack.
• World Health Organization (WHO) IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM has worked on multiple projects supported by WHO India including HERCAP (Health Adaptation and Resilience to Climate Risks) project covering Eastern, North Eastern, Western, Northern and Southern regions of India, and projects on environmental services for health protection in disasters.
• ITEC (Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024NIDM conducts Comprehensive Courses on Disaster Risk Management under ITEC Programme for partner countries. Training programmes conducted for Sri Lanka, Maldives, and other ITEC partner nations.
• GIZcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021NIDM and GIZ have collaborated on Climate Risk Management Framework for India (2019), Mapping Climatic and Biological Disasters in India (2021), and other studies on climate resilience and disaster risk reduction.
• NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021NIDM works within the broad policies and guidelines laid down by NDMA. Joint projects include Silkyara Tunnel Case Study, Bhopal Gas Tragedy commemoration, and various guidelines development. Governing Body chaired by Vice Chairperson of NDMA.
• Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019NIDM and GGGI collaborated on Position Paper regarding Green Growth Benefits for Climate and Disaster Resilience (2019).
• World Bank InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016NIDM offers online courses in partnership with World Bank Institute, Washington DC. These courses were developed collaboratively for disaster risk reduction capacity building.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI): U.S. federal training institute under FEMA delivering emergency management courses, exercises and technical assistance to government and emergency personnel. EMI is a functional peer to NIDM in its role as a national-level DRR training and capacity-building body.
• Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC): Regional capacity-building organization based in Thailand working across Asia on disaster risk reduction, climate resilience and training. ADPC is the closest international analogue to NIDM in terms of delivering DRR training, technical assistance and policy support to government agencies.
• National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), India: Apex policy body for disaster management in India under the DM Act 2005. NDMA sets the guidelines and frameworks within which NIDM develops training and research, and the NIDM Governing Body is chaired by the NDMA Vice Chairperson, making it the closest institutional peer.
• National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Pakistan: Pakistan's apex disaster management authority, including a national institute component for DRR capacity building. It is a comparable statutory body in a neighbouring South Asian country with a similar mandate to NIDM under its National Disaster Management Act.

Emerging players

• Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee — Department of Disaster Management: IIT Roorkee runs academic programmes and an Earthquake Early Warning Laboratory that contributed to the Uttarakhand EEW system jointly with NIDM faculty. It is an academic peer that competes for high-end DRR research, training, and policy advisory work.
• Centre for Disaster Preparedness (CDP), Philippines: NGO focused on disaster preparedness training, community-based DRR and capacity building in the Philippines. Comparable to NIDM's civil society and community-based DRR work, though smaller in scale and operating outside government channels.
• Global Disaster Preparedness Center: American Red Cross-affiliated organization focused on disaster preparedness research, tools and training. Comparable to NIDM in producing DRR training content and toolkits, though oriented to humanitarian and community audiences rather than government ministries.

Regional players

• Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) — DRR training programmes: Japanese development agency that funds and delivers large-scale DRR training programmes for government officials in Asia and Africa. Comparable to NIDM's ITEC and capacity-building role, though anchored in Japan-funded projects rather than as a national statutory institute.

Broad incumbents

• UNDRR (UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction): United Nations system coordinator for disaster risk reduction, custodian of the Sendai Framework. UNDRR sets the global DRR agenda to which NIDM aligns its training, and is a key counterpart for NIDM's international collaboration on SFDRR implementation.
• International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) — DRR programmes: Global humanitarian network with significant DRR capacity-building, training and community resilience programmes. Comparable to NIDM's civil society, community-based DRR and international training mandate, but operating as an international NGO rather than a statutory body.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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