NCC Special Entry Scheme is one of the recognition of ex-cadets of the NCC for their contributions and rewards of their valuable time towards society.
It gives an opportunity for NCC cadets to Join the Indian Armed Forces as an Officer through a direct selection process of SSB
This has been a matter of pride and continuation of what he/she has learned from NCC as a cadet.
This article aims to understand the eligibility conditions of applying for the NCC Special Entry Scheme for Ex-NCC Cadets of the Senior Division/Senior Wing
Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey was adjudged the best cadet of Uttar Pradesh Directorate and was awarded Param Vir Chakra(Posthumously).
Captain Vikram Batra, ex-senior Division NCC Cadet from Punjab, was again awarded Param Vir Chakra(posthumously) is the best example of ex-NCC cadets’ contribution to the Nation by joining Army as an officer.
“Yeh Dil Mange More” of Captain Vikram Batra, an ex-NCC cadet, is the source of inspiration for the younger generation even today.
NCC training provides ample opportunities for the youth of our country for their Personality and character development.
It also offers adequate exposure and training of physical fitness, weapon training, and adventurous activities through various camps, including the RD parade.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose had his basic military training through NCC(earlier called University Training Corps(UTC)) and later led the Indian National Army in the freedom struggle.
Over the years, the NCC has been contributing immensely to the value of secularism, national unity, and selfless service.
NCC Special Entry scheme is one of the easiest and simplest formats to join the Indian Army as an officer cadre without UPSC written examination if you fulfil the following primary conditions:
All final year appearing candidates whose final year/final semester exam will be scheduled after 1 April 2024 are not eligible to apply for this course
1. The institutional training of NCC is a stepping stone to Army basic military training at Officers Training Academy.
2. The familiarity with physical and weapon training of NCC and OTA.
3. A matured and balanced personality trait groomed by NCC adds the advantage of personnel joining the Indian Army as an officer.
4. Free from UPSC Written examination hassle and its cut-off marks to get a call-up letter for SSB interview.
5. Mentally and physically fit, self-confident, disciplined, and highly motivated team members & leaders(with appointment) of ex-cadet will have numerous opportunities in the defence force.
6. Option to take the permanent commission after fulfilling specific terms and conditions.
Every year, the Indian Armed Forces Keep reserve seats for NCC Cadets in every course.
The Indian NCC Special Entry scheme allows candidates to join via OTA, Chennai which has a Vacancy of 100 (50 in every course/ year)
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 45 |
| For Wards of battle casualties of Indian Army Personnel | 5 |
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 04 |
| For Wards of battle casualties of Indian Army Personnel | 01 |
This is a Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) Course.
NCC Cadets can also apply under other courses such as CDSE and Get Permanent Commission in the Army.
The NCC Vacancy in such courses is 64 (32 in every course/ year)
This gives the NCC candidates a better opportunity to get recommended and Join the Indian Armed Forces
Join the Armed Forced with only a Direct SSB Interview: Short Service Commission (SSC Tech Entry)
1. Applications will only be accepted online on the website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click on ‘Officer Entry Apply/Login’ and then click ‘Registration’ (Registrations are not required, if already registered on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in).
3. Fill out the online registration form after reading the instructions carefully.
4. After getting registered, click on ‘Apply Online’ under the Dashboard.
5. A page ‘Officers Selection – ‘Eligibility’ will open.
6. Then click ‘Apply’ shown against Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry Course.
7. A page ‘Application Form’ will open.
8. Read the instructions carefully and click ‘Continue’ to fill in details as required under various segments.
9. Personal information, Communication details, Education details, contact Numbers, and details of previous SSB.
10. ‘Save & Continue’ each time before you go to the next segment.
11. After filling in details on the last segment, you will move to a page ‘Summary of your information’ wherein you can check and edit the entries already made.
12. Only after ascertaining the correctness of all your details, click on ‘Submit Now’.
13. Candidates must click on ‘Submit Now’ each time they open the application for editing any details.
14. The candidates are required to take out two copies of their application having Roll Number 30 minutes after the final closure of the online application on the last day, i.e : 15 September 2022
Application can be submitted from 05 July 2023
Last date of submission: 03 AUGUST 2023 at 3 PM (1500hr)
The Service selection board(SSB) is an inter defence & Defence Civil Organisation responsible for recommending potential Indian Armed Force Officers.
The SSB consists of qualified & experienced Interviewing Officers, Ground Tasking Officers & Psychologists.
They will conduct various tests, both written & oral/practical, to evaluate the Officer qualities(OLQ)
The recommended candidates(Men & Women) become officers after medical examination & training at various academies in different parts of India.
Screening test on the day of reporting ( MOST IMPORTANT TEST) –
Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) and Picture Perception & Description Test (PP & DT).