KIOCL Limited is a Government of India enterprise operating under the Ministry of Steel, primarily engaged in iron ore mining, production of high-quality iron ore pellets, pig iron manufacturing, and mineral exploration throughout India. The company manages a 3.5 million tons per annum pellet plant and a blast furnace unit for pig iron, both located in Mangaluru, Karnataka. Recognized as a notified Mineral Exploration Agency, KIOCL undertakes mineral exploration projects nationwide. It holds Miniratna status and functions as an export-oriented company. The enterprise is noted for its expertise in filtration technology and serves the mining, steel, and mineral exploration industries within India.