How to join indian army after ncc c certificate

There are a total of 3 NCC certificates. They are as follows:

NCC A Certificate

This is the lowest of all the NCC Certificates. Candidates who are either Junior Wing (JW) or Junior Division (JD) Cadets in the NCC can appear for the NCC A certification exam during the 8th or 9th standard

Eligibility Criteria for NCC A Certificate

• Candidates should have attended at least one annual NCC training camp
• Candidates should have attended at least 75% of the overall training sessions or periods as dictated by the syllabus for the 1st and 2nd years of Junior Wing (JW) or Junior Division (JD) NCC (for all wings)

NCC B Certificate

Candidates who are either Senior Wing (SW) or Senior Division (SD) Cadets in the NCC can appear for the NCC B certificate after successfully completing their 10th standard or while pursuing a degree. Cadets who don’t possess the NCC A certificate can also appear for the NCC B Certificate directly but those who possess the NCC A certificate will be awarded 10 bonus marks in the NCC B certification exam.

Eligibility Criteria for NCC B Certificate

• Candidates should have attended at least one annual NCC training camp or NIC (National Integration Camp)
• Candidates should have attended at least 75% of the overall training sessions or periods as dictated by the syllabus for the 1st and 2nd years of Senior Wing (SW) or Senior Division (SD) NCC (for all wings)
• Cadets from the NCC Air Wing will have to successfully perform a minimum of 10 Glider Launches to qualify for the NCC B Certificate

NCC C Certificate

This is the highest level NCC certificate offered to NCC Cadets. NCC Cadets can directly appear for the NCC C certification exam during their third and final year of NCC training or during the 3rd year of their degree/college course.

Candidates who have the NCC B certificate can appear for the NCC C certification exam during their 1st year of college itself or after successfully completing their 10+2 or equivalent.

Eligibility Criteria for NCC C Certificate

Candidates should have attended at least 2 annual NCC training camps or either one of the following training programs or camps:

• RD Camp Delhi
• National Integration Camp
• Youth Exchange Programme
• Para Training Camp
• Centrally Organised Camp
• Attachment Training with service units
• Foreign Cruise (only applicable for NCC Navy Wing Cadets)

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How to Pass the NCC C Certification Exam?

NCC Cadets will have to score a minimum of 45% in each of the papers and an overall percent of 50 or above in the NCC C certification exam to pass the exam.

Grading for NCC Certificate Exam

NCC C Certificate Grade Level

Qualifying Criteria

is Awarded to cadets who secure an aggregate percentage of 80 or more

Is awarded to cadets who secure an aggregate percentage of over 65 but below 80

is awarded to cadets who secure an aggregate percentage of over 65 but below 80

Non-Defence Related NCC C Certificate Benefits, Incentives and Allowances:

While the NCC cadets aren’t liable to active service in any of the Indian defence forces, they are preferred over normal candidates during the selection and recruitment processes for the Indian Defence Forces. NCC Cadets also receive basic military training in parades and small arms.

The NCC C Certificate holders in particular are privy to a lot of incentives and benefits which are as follows:

- Scholarships for NCC C Certificate Holders

NCC Cadets who successfully complete their 10th standard and 12th standard receive a one-time scholarship worth INR 6,000 and INR 12,000 respectively. 66 chosen NCC Cadets across the country (based on merit) also receive a scholarship worth INR 30,000 each. Both NCC boys and girls are eligible for this scholarship.

- NCC C Certificate Incentives and Allowances:

NCC Cadets who have cleared the NCC C Certification exam are eligible for the following allowances and incentives during their service:

S.No

Type of Allowance awarded to NCC C Certificate Holders

Allowance Amount

State Govt. to Central Govt Split (in percentage)

INR 125 per day

INR 10 per month

Offered completely at by the corresponding State Government

100% of this allowance is covered by the Central Government

100% of this allowance is covered by the State Govt. except for the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Sikkim and the other states in the North Eastern Region (NER). In such states it is completely covered by the Central Government

- Reservations in Education for NCC C Certificate Holders:

A separate category or a certain number of seats are allocated for NCC C Certificate holders in the competitive exams and University entrance exams such as the EAMCET (Engineering Agricultural and Medical Common Entrance Test) conducted by the State Governments. NCC C Certificate Holders who have attended the Republic Day Camp (RDC) enjoy special benefits that help them get into better courses, streams and higher-ranked colleges even if their performance in the competitive exams is significantly lower.

- Security Agencies:

Both private and Government security agencies prefer NCC cadets over normal candidates especially if they are NCC C certificate holders. NCC C Certificate holders also get significantly higher pay in such security agencies.

- NCC C Certificate holders with a 3rd division degree are eligible for recruitment for certain Gazetted Posts in the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force).

- NCC C Certificate Holders can become Girl Cadet Instructors, Civilian Gliding instructors or Whole Time Lady Officers in the NCC.

- NCC C Certificate Holders are preferred for posts in the State Services in several Indian states.

- NCC C Certificate Holders are awarded bonus marks during recruitment for vacancies in the telecommunication department of India.

- NCC C Certificate Holders are eligible for cash awards for excellence (as an individual or as a team) during the NCC games.

Defence Related NCC C Certificate Benefits

NCC C certificate holders are usually exempt from giving the common defence entrance exams and they can directly apply for the SSB evaluation process. Some of the other benefits that NCC C Certificate holders enjoy over the others are as follows:

1. NCC C certificate benefits in CDS: Male candidates who clear the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam will enjoy the following reservations from the Indian defence training academies:
   - INA (Indian Naval Academy) - around 13 to 15 vacancies are reserved for NCC C Certificate holders (only for Naval Wing cadets)
   - IMA (Indian Military Academy) - around 5 to 8 vacancies are reserved for NCC C Certificate holders (only for Army Wing cadets)
   A separate merit list is prepared for NCC cadets who hold the C Certificate.
2. Both male and female candidates who apply for the Indian defence forces through the Special Entry Scheme enjoy the following reservations:
   - 50 vacancies (special entry non-technical) in the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai are reserved for NCC C Certificate holders.
   - 10% of all vacancies in the Air Force Academy (AFA) in Hyderabad are reserved for NCC C Certificate holders (only for Air Wing Cadets).
3. Candidates looking to join the Indian army as a Soldier GD/CLK/Tech/SKT/TDN CAT will enjoy the following benefits based on the NCC Certificate they hold:
   - NCC C certificate holders who have also participated in the Republic day parade will be exempted from CEE and will be awarded 100% marks in lieu of CEE.
   - NCC B certificate holders will be awarded 10 bonus marks in the CEE if they are applying for the role of Soldier GD/CLK/SKT/Tech/TDN.
   - NCC A certificate holders will be awarded 5 bonus marks in the CEE if they are applying for the role of Soldier GD/CLK/SKT/Tech/TDN.
4. Candidates applying for the role of Airmen, Sailors and Other Ranks (ORs) will be awarded 5 to 10% of the total marks as bonus marks during the recruitment process.
5. 2 to 5 bonus marks are awarded to NCC C certificate holders while they apply for the Para Military forces recruitment.

Other Non-Tangible Benefits of the NCC include but aren’t limited to:

• Para Training Camp (PTC) - A select few NCC Cadets get to undergo the Para jumping training at the renowned Para Training School (PTS) in Agra along with the Indian Para Commandos. These NCC Cadets also get to wear the Para Wings badge.
• Select NCC Cadets can undergo basic and advanced mountaineering courses as part of the All India Mountaineering Expedition. NCC Cadets can also potentially trek and explore hill stations as part of the All India Trekking Expedition.
• Select NCC Cadets will also get to attend the famous National Integration Camp (NIC) which will help them qualify directly for the NCC C Certification exam.

• NCC Cadets could get a chance to be part of the prestigious Republic Day Parade and march at the Rajpath. NCC Cadets who attend the Republic Day Camp at Delhi (RDC) enjoy a lot of reservations and benefits while applying for Government jobs.

• NCC Cadets could experience life as an Indian Defence Force Officer by serving as Attachments with Army Units, Air Force Stations, Naval Bases, Establishments Ship/Sea Training, and Service Hospitals.
• NCC Cadets can undergo any of the following adventure courses:

• Water Skiing course
• Snow & Ice (Condensed) Course
• Snow Skiing Courses
• Sailing expedition course
• Scuba Diving Course
• NRAI (National Rifle Association of India) Matches

• Select NCC Cadets can be part of the International Outreach, a youth exchange program. Naval Wing NCC cadets get to be part of a Foreign Cruise with the Navy or the Coast Guard while the Air Wing NCC Cadets get to fly a Microlight aircraft as part of this program.

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Complete List of NCC Certificates and NCC C Certificate Benefits FAQs

Can I directly appear for the NCC C certification exam without appearing for the NCC A and B Certificates?

Yes, NCC Cadets can directly appear for the NCC C certificate exam if they meet the eligibility criteria. However, candidates who hold the NCC B certificate can appear for the NCC C certificate exam immediately after their 10+2 or during their 1st year of college.

How to pass the NCC C Certification exam?

NCC Cadets will have to secure at least 45% in each of the papers and an aggregate of 50% or more to clear the NCC C certification exam.

What benefits do NCC C Certificate holders enjoy in the CDS?

13 to 15 vacancies are reserved in the INA for Naval Wing NCC male cadets who clear the CDS. Similarly, 5 to 8 seats are reserved in the IMA for NCC C Certificate holders from the NCC Army Wing.

Are NCC C Certificate Holders preferred by the Indian defence forces during recruitment?

Yes, NCC cadets undergo basic small arms and military training which makes them more suitable for the Indian Defence forces. They also enjoy a lot of reservations and relaxation in the entrance exams and recruitment process.

What are the NCC C certificate benefits while for Government jobs?

NCC C Certificate holders are preferred for certain Gazetted posts in the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), Government Security Agencies and the State Services.