NCC is the largest organisation of youth in India. NCC provides opportunities to motivate, train, and offer career possibilities for youth. Joining NCC has many benefits for students. But before discussing the benefits of NCC, we must know the Aims & Objectives of NCC:
Aims and Objectives of NCC
The Aims of NCC, as laid down by the Government of India, are:
- To develop character, comradeship, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure, and ideals of selfless service among the youth of the country.
- To create a human resource of organized, trained, and motivated youth, to provide leadership in all walks of life, and always be available for the service of the nation.
- To provide a suitable environment to motivate the youth to take up a career in the Armed Forces.
Keeping in mind the above Aims & Objectives of NCC, we can frame these benefits of NCC for the cadets:
Benefits of Joining NCC
Personality Development
NCC activities provide numerous opportunities for cadets to develop their personalities. Association with the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force has a positive & powerful impact on the personality of NCC Youth. The training sessions, lectures, and regimental life directly improve the personality of NCC Cadets. Exposure to a disciplined life, diverse cultures, and outdoor experiences helps in shaping all-rounded personality. Cadets become more confident, team-oriented, and goal-driven individuals. So, NCC helps the Personality Development of its Cadets.
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Disciplined Life
Defence or regimental life means discipline. NCC directly instructs a disciplined life in youth. Regular drills, parades, and training camps help cadets develop discipline, time management, and a sense of responsibility. A disciplined life creates a responsible citizen for the country.
Confidence & Communication Skills
NCC Cadets get many opportunities to improve confidence & communication skills. NCC provides a platform to interact with youths across the nation. Camps like, CATC, EBSB (Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat), RDC (Republic Day Camp) and TSC (Thal Sainik Camp) enhance confidence and communication in cadets. These important camps prepare cadets for public speaking and group discussion. In fact, with the help of these camps, cadets are able to boost their confidence & communication skills.
Physical Fitness & Overall Turnout
A healthy youth is the power of the Nation. NCC activities improve the health & fitness of the young cadets. Regimental activities & life play an important role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Regular PT (Physical training) & Parade, boost stamina and promote physical fitness & overall turnout of the young cadets. Other Activities like trekking, rock climbing, and obstacle races also help in improving the physical fitness of the cadets.
Career in Armed Forces & Govt Jobs
NCC cadets are given preference in recruitment to the Indian Armed Forces. The Cadets also have opportunities in Certain state and central government jobs. ‘C’ Certificate holders have so many advantages in the Indian Armed Forces as well as other government jobs. The advantages are:
Direct Recruitment for SSB
NCC “C” certificate holder Candidates have a golden opportunity to go to the SSB directly. These candidates are exempt from giving the common entrance exam. Therefore, they are called directly for SSB.
CDSE (Men)
If a candidate (having NCC ‘C’ certificate) clears the CDSE and then the SSB exam, he will have the following reservations in various academies.
- INA: 05-08 vacancies reserved
- IMA: 3-15 vacancies reserved
Special Entry (Men and Women)
- OTA Chennai- Special Entry (non tech) there are 50 vacancies for “C” certificate holders.
- AFA Hyderabad – In all courses, there are 10% vacancies reserved for “C” certificate Air Wing holders.
Recruitment as Jawan
Bonus Marks to join the defence forces as a Soldier General Duty /clerk/store keeper Technical /Technical/tradesman category:
- ‘A’ Certificate: 05 marks
- ‘B’ Certificate: 10 marks
- ’C’ Certificate: ‘C’ certificate holders and who have participated in the Republic Day parade will be exempted from CEE (Common Entrance Exam) for recruitment in Soldier Clerk/Store Keeper Technical, Soldier Technical, and Soldier Nursing Assistant categories and will be awarded 100% marks instead of CEE.
Perso Other Benefits of “C” Certificate
- For Other Ranks, Sailors, Airmen: 5 to 10 percent bonus marks awarded for recruitment.
- Para Military Forces: 2 to 10 bonus marks awarded for recruitment
- Department of Telecommunication: Bonus marks awarded for recruitment
- CRPF: NCC cadets holding a 3rd division degree are eligible for recruitment to gazetted posts.
- State Govts: Preference for State Services in certain States.
- Industry: Some industries give preference to NCC C certificate holders for various jobs related to the field of security.
National Integration & Social Service
NCC involves its cadets in various National Integration & Social services activities. Various camp like CATC & EBSB (Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat) Camps have aims of National Integration. These camps also conduct sessions & activities which promotes Social services among the cadets. NCC promotes unity by bringing together cadets from different states and backgrounds. Therefore, Social service activities like Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Blood Donation Camps, Tree Plantation, and Disaster Relief teach cadets the value of community service.
Recognition & Opportunities for Adventure
During the training of NCC, cadets get opportunities to go on various adventure trips. They get chances to enhance leadership qualities by performing duties in various appointments in camps. These appointments give recognition to the cadets. Cadets are eligible for various scholarships, medals, and certificates during camps, activities. Definitely, these activities enhance their academic and career profiles.
Conclusion
NCC is the largest organisation of youth in India. NCC is not just about learning parade and wearing uniforms. In fact, it is about building a future-ready, confident, and service-oriented youth. However, NCC acts as a stepping stone to success with countless opportunities to explore, learn, and grow. It also provides career options, whether in the armed forces or civilian life. For every youth, NCC is a golden opportunity to discover the hero within and to serve the nation with pride.
