Adult Literacy Centers are setup by NCHD in local communities providing basic literacy skills to the individuals (especially women) in the age group of 11-45, who were either never enrolled before or dropped out of school before acquiring literacy skills. The syllabus and textbooks are designed for easy learning and functionality, thereby enhancing retention. Communities are mobilized to provide space as well as the teachers. Women are encouraged particularly to join these centers. Following are the achievements of this programme:

Districts covered = 134
Establishment of 166,137 Adult Literacy Centers
3.69 million Adults became literate, out which 90% were females