The India Government Mint, Kolkata was first established in 1757,[2] and was located in a building next to the Black Hole in the old fort – where the GPO (General Post Office) stands today.

In March 1824, the foundation of the third Calcutta Mint was laid on Strand Road and was opened for production from 1 August 1829.

The imposing frontage of the building of the third Mint was based on a design of the Temple of Athena in Athens, Greece, usually known as the Parthenon.

A proposal to restore this building and convert its vast spaces into a museum was put up,[5][6] and on 10 July 2008 pre-qualification bids were received from eight developers.

[7] The full operation for the coinage and preparation of medals, decorations and badges started in Alipore Mint from this date.

The employees are facilitated High end Central Government Security, 24hrs water supply, cooperative store and other all such facility.

Apart from that inside the closed premises, Central Government School is provided for children education till 10+2 standard.