The Job Fair 2026 was successfully held at Narsingdi Textile Engineering College (NTEC), Sahepratap, Narsingdi, bringing together students, graduates, industry leaders, and government officials on a common platform to promote employment, internships, and professional development in Bangladesh’s textile and apparel sector.
The Bangladesh Handloom Board, under the Ministry of Textiles and Jute, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, organized the event to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and create career opportunities for young professionals.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Mr. Shariful Alam, MP, Honorable State Minister, Ministry of Textiles and Jute, as the Chief Guest.
Distinguished guests included Advocate Shirin Sultana, Honorable Member of Parliament (Parliamentary Seat-302, Reserved Women’s Seat-02) and Member of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Home Affairs; Mr. Sharaf Uddin Ahmed Chowdhury, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles and Jute; Ms. Israt Jahan Keya, Deputy Commissioner of Narsingdi; and Mr. Md. Abdullah-Al-Faruk, Superintendent of Police, Narsingdi.
Mr. Md. Zakir Hossain Siddique, Chairman of the Bangladesh Handloom Board, chaired the program.
A total of 12 leading companies and organizations participated in the fair, including Sister Denim Composite Ltd., MASCO Group, Denim Solutions Ltd., Chorka Textile Limited, A.T.I Corporation, Amanat Shah Group (ASG), Esquire Knit Composite Ltd., Pakiza Group, Zaber & Zubair Fabrics Limited, Fabric Lagbe, Hand Touch, and AM TEX.
The event attracted more than 200 job seekers, including Diploma and B.Sc. graduates from textile and related disciplines, who submitted their CVs and interacted directly with recruiters and industry professionals. Participants explored a wide range of employment and internship opportunities while gaining valuable insights into industry expectations and career pathways.
One of the major highlights of the fair was the confirmation of more than 20 internship opportunities on-site, demonstrating the industry’s commitment to developing the next generation of skilled textile professionals.
Speaking at the event, the guests emphasized the importance of strengthening collaboration between educational institutions and industry stakeholders to ensure a skilled workforce capable of supporting the continued growth of Bangladesh’s textile and apparel sector.
The successful organization of Job Fair 2026 marks a significant milestone for Narsingdi Textile Engineering College and reflects the ongoing commitment of the Bangladesh Handloom Board and the Ministry of Textiles and Jute to promoting youth employment, skill development, and industry engagement.
The organizers expressed their sincere appreciation to all participating companies, distinguished guests, faculty members, students, graduates, and volunteers whose support and contribution made the event a remarkable success.
The Job Fair not only created immediate internship opportunities but also strengthened the connection between academia and industry, paving the way for future collaboration and career development initiatives in Bangladesh’s textile sector.
