National Cadet Corps (NCC)
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is a Tri-Services Organization comprising the Army, Navy, and Air Force, which works towards grooming the youth of India into disciplined, confident, and patriotic citizens. The idea of establishing NCC was born during the Indian independence movement, where the leaders envisioned a platform to prepare young boys and girls to serve the nation with discipline, leadership qualities, and a strong sense of national service.
The first NCC Unit was raised in Delhi on the last Sunday of November 1948, under the leadership of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. Since then, this day is observed annually as ‘NCC Day’ across the country.
Motto: “Unity and Discipline” (Ekta aur Anushasan) – This reflects the core values of the NCC, emphasizing national integration and structured, disciplined living.
Aims of NCC:
- To develop character, comradeship, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, and spirit of adventure.
- To create a pool of organized, trained, and motivated youth with leadership qualities.
- To provide a platform for young students to contribute to nation-building and join the Armed Forces.
Training & Activities: - Drill and Parade Training
- Weapon Training (under supervision)
- Adventure Activities like trekking, rock climbing, and cycle expeditions
- National Integration Camps, Annual Training Camps (ATC), and Republic Day Camp (RDC)
- Social Service & Community Development, such as cleanliness drives, awareness rallies, and plantation drives
- Disaster Relief and Volunteering in emergencies
- Personality Development Sessions and motivational lectures from Armed Forces officials
Benefits of Joining NCC: - Direct SSB Interview eligibility for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders with minimum ‘B’ Grade.
- Scholarships and financial assistance from the NCC Welfare Society.
- Preference/bonus marks in recruitment to Army, Navy, Air Force, paramilitary, and police services.
- Enhanced confidence, leadership, and communication skills, useful in any career.
- Opportunities to participate in prestigious national and international camps and exchange programs.
- Development of teamwork, discipline, punctuality, and respect for hierarchy.
NCC Officer Name- Manoj Kumar Pandey
