Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at enhancing financial literacy and boosting employability among students, the Odisha government on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE).
The partnership is expected to transform the educational landscape by integrating industry-relevant financial education into the state’s higher education curriculum.
“The MoU signed today will immensely benefit students, particularly those aspiring to build careers in the financial and BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sectors. It will create job opportunities and help students make informed career choices,” said Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj while speaking to reporters.
The minister further stated that around 1,300 stockbrokers are currently associated with NSE.
“Through this collaboration, we aim to implement an industry-academia integrated curriculum across universities and colleges. This will benefit students across streams — including commerce, arts, and science — and provide them with widespread career opportunities,” he added.
According to an official release, the MoU seeks to promote financial literacy and investor awareness among students. The initiative will equip them with essential skills for employment in securities markets, mutual funds, investment advisory services, and other BFSI-related sectors.
The partnership also aims to strengthen industry-academia ties, ensuring students receive training aligned with current market needs.
By promoting skill development and financial education, the collaboration is expected to contribute to higher employability and improve the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in Odisha’s higher education system.
