INTRODUCTION:

The National Cadet Corps is the Indian military cadet corps with its head Quarters at New Delhi. It is open to school and college students on voluntary basis. The National Cadet Corps in India is a voluntary organization which recruits cadets from high schools, colleges and Universities all over India. The Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and parades. The officers and cadets have no liability for active military service once they complete their course but are given preference over normal candidates during selections based on the achievements in the corps. 

Aim of NCC:
To develop qualities of character, courage, comradeship, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and sportsmanship and the ideals of selfless service among the youth to make them useful citizen. To create a human resource of organized trained and motivated youth to provide leadership in all walks of life including the Armed Forces and be always available for the service of the nation.

Motto of NCC

• Unity and Discipline (Ekta aur Anushasan)
• DG’s four Cardinal Principals of Discipline

Objectives of NCC:

• To develop character, discipline, leadership, and a secular outlook.
• To foster a spirit of adventure and ideals of selfless service.
• To create a pool of trained youth with leadership qualities, who can serve the nation in various fields, including the armed forces.

Obey with a smile

• Be Punctual
• Work hard and without fuss
• Make no excuses and tell no lies.

Benefits of Joining NCC:

• Personality Development – Enhances confidence, discipline, and leadership qualities.
• Physical Fitness – Through regular drills, parades, and physical activities.
• Career Opportunities – Preference in defense services and government jobs.
• Adventure and Exposure – Opportunity to participate in camps, national events, and even international youth exchanges.