Cadets or cadet corps are voluntary youth programs sponsored by a national military service or ministry of defence . These programs are aimed to provide youths with activities associated with military or paramilitary training, including drills, physical fitness, and education. Although these youth organisations are modelled after their sponsoring military service, they do not form a part of these services nor do they constitute a military service in their own right.
54-563: Sea cadets are members of a cadets youth program sponsored by a national naval service, aimed for young people with an interest in waterborne activities and or the national navy. The organisation may be sponsored in whole or in part by the navy or a naval supporter's organisation. Sea cadet organisations exist in most of the maritime nations of the world. As described by the International Sea Cadet Association: A Sea cadet corps or corresponding organisation
108-416: A better way, even during peace. The first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru presided over the function of raising the first NCC Unit at Delhi on the last Sunday of Nov. 1948. This day is traditionally celebrated as the 'NCC Day'. A committee headed by H. N. Kunzru recommended a cadet organization to be established in schools and universities at a national level. The soldier youth foundation Act
162-547: A history of more than 126 years. The officers are teachers who act as instructors. The cadets are given basic military training in small arms and parades. The officers and cadets have no liability for active military service but many volunteer to join the armed forces. South Africa has a long history of having cadets, with many schools having their own corps, however after the end of apartheid they were phased out. Cadets exist today, with some schools still maintaining their own unit. The Sea Cadets are also still in existence. In
216-425: A number of aviation-related disciplines such as Microlight Flying, Aero Modelling, Skeet Shooting, .22 Rifle Firing, Drill and written tests of various subjects related to flying. Basically this camp is the culmination of various NCC training activities conducted amongst 16 directorates to decide the champion directorate. On the first day all the cadets were briefed by the camp commandant regarding camp. Each day there
270-567: A part of the NCC syllabus at the behest of Late Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who took a keen interest in the growth of the NCC. Following the 1962 Sino-Indian War , to meet the requirement of the Nation, NCC training was made compulsory in 1963. This was discontinued in 1968, when the Corps was again made voluntary. During Indo-Pakistani war of 1965 & Bangladesh-Pakistani war of 1971 , NCC cadets were
324-473: A reflection of 'mini India'. The camp is visited by a number of dignitaries, including DDG and many other army and air force officials. NSC is one of the golden camps of NCC, its part of naval wing and conducted under the Indian navy. This centrally organised Naval Camp is conducted annually for selected Naval Wing Cadets. Boat pulling, semaphore, whaler rigging,firing,drill competitions are the main attraction of
378-536: A second line of defence, the revised NCC syllabus laid greater stress on developing qualities of leadership and officer like qualities. The military training which the NCC cadets received was reduced and greater importance was given to social service and youth management. The discussion for the motto of NCC was started in 11th central advisory meeting (CAC) held on 11 August 1978. At that time there were many mottos in mind like "Duty and wisdom"; "Duty, Unity and Discipline"; "Duty and Unity"; "Unity and Discipline". Later, at
432-721: Is Canada's oldest and largest youth organisation, with over 57,000 participants spread out into over 1200 Cadet Corps and Squadrons in 2024. The Canadian Cadets Organisation is made up of three youth groups, the Royal Canadian Air Cadets , the Royal Canadian Army Cadets , and the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets , and is open to youths aged 12 to 18. The program is administered by the Department of National Defence (DND) and
486-528: Is a 12-day camp conducted in Delhi every year in the late autumn, in which the cadets are selected from all 17 directorates (30+3 SD / JD and SW / JW cadets from each directorate), by the selection procedure conducting 3 pre-TSC camps each of 10–12 days in a week interval. The selected cadets then are sent to the TSC to represent their respective directorates in the following competitions: The All India Vayu Sainik Camp
540-577: Is a voluntary, non-political and non-militant youth organisation, with membership unrestricted by race, sex or philosophical or religious convictions, which offers practical and theoretical training in nautical and maritime subjects within the context based on naval traditions. Cadets (youth program) Several civilian organisations, including civil defence , police services, and emergency medical services like St John Ambulance , may also operate or sponsor their own "cadet" youth programs. The Antigua and Barbuda Cadet Corps consists of students between
594-607: Is an amalgamation of the former Army, Navy, Air Force, Police and Fire Cadets programs in Ghana. It was established in 2002 under the Ministry of Education, presently Ministry of Youth and Sports. Cadet corps are linked to Hong Kong colonial past including the Hong Kong Sea Cadet Corps , Hong Kong Adventure Corps , Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps and Hong Kong Army Cadets Association Limited . They are now funded by
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#1732787328810648-1232: Is assisted by two Additional Director Generals (A and B) of two-star rank (major-general, rear-admiral or air vice-marshal). Five Brigadier level officers and other civil officials also assist him. The Headquarters is located in Delhi. The organisational structure continues as follows: In all there are 96 Group Headquarters in the country who exercise control over a network of 700 Army wing units (including technical and girls unit), 73 Naval wing units and 64 Air Squadrons. There are two training establishments namely Officers Training School, Kamptee (Nagpur, Maharashtra) and Women Officers Training School, Gwalior. Besides this Vice Chancellor's of various universities across India are conferred with honorary rank of commandant in NCC, to promote and support NCC in their respective University. These 17 directorates are divided into 837 units. These units divided into three service groups Army, Naval and Air. Out of those are 700 Army units, 73 Naval and 64 Air units. Types of Army NCC units and their numbers are given below : However, each unit can have up to 24 troops of senior division boys expanding their strength to 2400 cadets but this
702-521: Is based on total marks obtained will be awarded as follows. Grading 'A' – Cadets obtaining 80% marks and above, Grading 'B' – Cadets obtaining 65% marks and above but below 80%, Grading 'C' – Cadets obtaining 50% marks and above but below 65%, Fail – Cadets obtaining less than 45% in any paper or less than 50% in aggregate. Before the RDC, all group headquarters participate in the IGC (Inter-Group Competition). After
756-464: Is closed for a vacation. Every cadet of the Senior and Junior Division has undergo service training for a minimum period of 75% of total hours during the annual college and school session. Every cadet (in case of JD, who has completed one full year of training and is in his second year) attends an annual training camp of 9–10 days, also known as National Combined Annual Training Camp. For SD/SW the duration
810-405: Is compulsory for all cadets, except Sikh cadets who wear a rifle green turban. For physical training, cadets wear brown canvas shoes, and for drill, they wear black leather shoes called D.M.S (Drill March Shoes). Woolen sweaters are compulsory in cold areas. The colour of these sweaters vary: they are rifle green for the army,black for the navy, and navy blue for the air force. All wear hackles with
864-425: Is conducted 6 times in various places throughout India. A cadet must have completed Basic Leadership Camp in order to qualify for this camp. In this camp the officers give cadets training for SSB screening and entrance. These camps are conducted by the NCC in collaboration with Indian Army , as the willing cadets are attached to a specific army battalion undergoing the training period of 10–15 days each. In this camp,
918-564: Is maximum limit. JD boys and JW girls are given ranks up to Company Sergeant Major (CSM) in the Army Wing. Only SD boys and SW girls are given ranks above CSM in the Army Wing. In the Air Force and Navy Wings JD boys and JW girls are given ranks up to Cadet Warrant Officer/Petty Officer Cadet only and SD boys and SW girls are given ranks above Cadet Warrant Officer/Petty Officer Cadet. The NCC directorates are headed by service officers of
972-708: Is one primary cadet force which is the National Cadet Corps (NCC). In recent years the NCC developed an Air Force Wing, a Naval Wing and a Police Wing. Western Cadet Bands and Eastern Cadet Bands The National Cadet Corps (Sri Lanka) is the Sri Lankan military cadet corps and is a Ministry of Defence sponsored youth organisation in Sri Lanka. Formally the Ceylon Cadet Corps since 1881. It is open to high school students on voluntary basis and has
1026-753: Is sponsored by the Canadian Forces . However, cadets are not members of the Canadian Armed Forces and are not expected to join it. Funding for these organisations is provided through the DND in partnership with the Army Cadet, Air Cadet, and Navy Leagues of Canada. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police maintains a similar youth program in partnership with Scouts Canada called the RCMP Rovers and Ventures. The National Cadet Corps of Ghana
1080-704: Is the youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces with its headquarters in New Delhi, India . It is open to school and college students on voluntary basis as a Tri-Services Organisation, comprising the Army , the Navy and the Air Force . Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and drill. Officers and cadets have no liability for active military service once they complete their course. The NCC in India
1134-461: Is the "dogwatch" wherein two cadets are to stay on sentry duty for two hours at any time given time of the day. Those caught sleeping, especially during late night or early morning shifts, or otherwise missing from duty are severely reprimanded or penalized. Cadets are also introduced to weapons such as a .22 caliber rifle. They are also given tasks of serving food to fellow cadets. EBSB is to propagate national integration among cadets and society.'Only
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#17327873288101188-734: Is the main attraction of the camp. It is generally held at Naval Base INS Chilika at Odisha. Eight rock climbing camps are held each year to expose the cadets to the basics of elementary rock climbing and to inculcate spirit of adventure amongst cadets. Four of these camps are held at Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh and other four camps at Nayyardam near Trivandrum in Kerala. Naval wing syllabus is common for both boys and girls. During sea training naval subjects like Seamanship, Navigation, Communication, Gunnery, Damage Control and Ship Safety are taught to cadets. Swimming, Scuba Diving and Wind Surfing are
1242-483: Is the most prestigious and glorious camp of the NCC air wing. This time AIVSC was held at Air Force Station at Jodhpur in Rajasthan. In-fact, representing at NATIONAL level itself gives you enough power & confidence. The AIVSC is the apex training camp of NCC and is designed to expose the cadets to a strenuous military way of life, in addition to rousing their competitive spirits by pitting them against their peers in
1296-400: Is usually for up to 30 days. At the end of the camp training the cadets receive a certificate of successful completion. There are Three Certificates in NCC. Below describes about it from lower value to higher value:- Three certificates are awarded: 'A' grade, 'B' grade, 'C' grade. A cadet has to obtain 45% marks in each paper & 50% marks in the aggregate to pass the examination. Grading
1350-814: The Cadet Corps which are military schools subordinate to the Russian Ministry of Defence , they provide secondary education and also have additional military-related classes which are to prepare children for future service. In Singapore, there are three national cadet forces, the National Cadet Corps , the National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC), and the National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC). Secondary school students who are members of these three organisations are called 'cadets'. In NPCC and NCDCC,
1404-1006: The Cayman Islands Cadet Corps , the Gibraltar Cadet Force and 2 Overseas (Gibraltar) Squadron, Air Training Corps (ATC) , the Montserrat Secondary School Cadet Corps (now including a Sea Cadet Detachment), the Turks and Caicos Islands Cadet Corps , and the Virgin Islands Cadet Corps . Youth cadet organisations in the United States include the American Cadet Alliance , the California Cadet Corps ,
1458-1029: The Royal Bermuda Regiment ) was originally administered along with approved cadet corps in the British Isles by the War Office , but did not go on to form part of the Army Cadet Force or the Army Section of the Combined Cadet Force. The Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps is actually part of the Sea Cadet Corps . Other cadet corps currently operating in British Overseas Territories include the Anguilla Cadet Corps ,
1512-707: The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps , the Young Marines and the Civil Air Patrol . Students enrolled in military-themed secondary education academies or school programs, like the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps , are also referred to as cadets. [REDACTED] Media related to Cadet organizations at Wikimedia Commons National Cadet Corps (India) The National Cadet Corps (NCC)
1566-518: The 12th CAC meeting on 12 Oct 1980 they selected and declared "Unity and discipline" as the motto for the NCC. In living up to its motto, the NCC strives to be and is one of the greatest cohesive forces of the nation, bringing together the youth hailing from different parts of the country and molding them into united and disciplined citizens of the nation". The NCC is headed by the Director General (DG), an officer of three-star rank . The DG
1620-853: The Cadet Corps, Sea Cadets and Infantry Cadets. The Australian Defence Force Cadets (ADFC) is the Australian Defence Force –sponsored youth program, and is made up of the Australian Army Cadets , Australian Navy Cadets , and Australian Air Force Cadets . The ADFC is funded by the Australian Government via the Department of Defence. Other cadet movements include the St John Ambulance Australia Cadets , and
1674-515: The Hong Kong government. In India, the National Cadet Corps is a voluntary cadet organisation for motivating college students to pursue a career in the Indian Armed Forces . It aims to develop qualities of character, discipline, teamwork, leadership and adventure in the students. The corps organizes outdoor activities, such as camping, trekking, mountain climbing, etc. besides providing small arms training to cadets. Cadets do not commit serving in
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1728-577: The IGC, the selected cadets are trained by the drill instructors of the Indian Army and they are given rigorous military training and drill training daily until the time comes when the cadets have to depart to Delhi to represent their respective states. The National Cadet Corps maintains two cadet bands : the Boys Band of the NCC and the Girls Band of the NCC. They are commonly formed up during
1782-661: The NCC Republic Day Camp in late January, during which the bands participate in the Republic Day Parade on 26 January and the Prime Minister's Rally on 28 Biggest camps of N.C.C. Combined Annual Training Camps (CATC) In the CATCs, the boys (senior and junior divisions) and girl cadets (senior and junior wings) of a particular NCC unit participate in the 10-day camp. Classes are conducted as per
1836-697: The Senior Division (Navy) are attached to the 1st Training Squadron of the Indian Navy, for a period of 30–45 days, wherein they are trained in Naval Subjects and Practical Seamanship as well as travel to friendly foreign nations on Goodwill Missions. A total of 10-20 cadets are selected to represent the National Cadet Corps, for this camp. The Director-Generals of the NCC held the rank of major-general from 1951 until 1983, when
1890-771: The South Australian Country Fire Service Cadets. The longest-running cadet corps in Australia is The King's School Cadet Corps. The Bangladesh National Cadet Corps , under the dual administration of the ministries of defence and education, promotes youth development movement in Bangladesh. During the Bangladesh Liberation War , cadets of this organisation played an important role as freedom fighters, with several casualties. The Canadian Cadets Organisation
1944-675: The United Kingdom, the cadet forces are the Community Cadet Forces , Combined Cadet Force and the Volunteer Cadet Corps . Other cadet organisations include Police Cadets , and St John Ambulance Cadets . Cadet corps in British Overseas Territories have generally been independent of the cadet forces operating in the UK. The Bermuda Cadet Corps (disbanded in 2012 and replaced with Junior Leaders of
1998-480: The ages of 12 and 19. It Is a voluntary youth organisation, sponsored by the government of Antigua & Barbuda. The main objective is to provide training and personal development to the youths through paramilitary activities and also embrace community activities. The cadet corps has 200 members and falls under the direct command of a regular officer of the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force . There are two categories in
2052-795: The armed forces but are given a preference by the Services Selection Board when applying for officer commissions in the military services. The New Zealand Cadet Forces is a voluntary youth organisation run in partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force . It includes the New Zealand Sea Cadet Corps , the New Zealand Cadet Corps , and the Air Training Corps . In Russia, cadets are students who study in
2106-409: The beret. Total training period for SD and SW is 3 years with an extension of 1 year permissible & training period for JD & JW is of 2 years. Every cadet of the Senior or Junior Division has to undergo service training for a period of at least 4 hours per week during the training year. However, no training is carried out during periods when the college or school through which a cadet is enrolled
2160-451: The best cadets in drills and marching are sent to represent their states.'This camp is considered for SSLC and higher secondary course (+2) grace marks. These camps are conducted on All-India basis and help bridge the cultural gap among various States of India. In addition, there are six special EBSB campings conducted at Leh , Nagrota (J&K), Chakabama (NER, Nagaland ), Srinagar , Lakshadweep and Port Blair . Advance Leadership Camp
2214-431: The cadets are trained by the instructors of the particular regiment, in the military tactics including day/night warfare & also get familiar with the small arms and heavy weapon systems and are introduced to regimental traditions and customs in infantry regiments and service traditions in other arms and services. Adventurous treks and hikes up mountains take place, with expeditions to local mountains and hills. The TSC
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2268-402: The camp.The competition is conducted from IGC(inter group completion), PRE NSC 1,2,3 and AINSC.It is generally held at Naval Maritime Academy (NAMAC) at Mumbai but started to be held at Karwar from 2014.The coming NSC 2023 is going to be held at INS Shivaji,Lonavala Mumbai from 13 October. This centrally organised Naval Camp is conducted annually for selected Naval Wing Cadets. Yachting (Sailing)
2322-1037: The following ranks according to their seniority and their training. Army NCC cadets wear khaki uniforms, Naval NCC cadets wear the white uniform and Air Force NCC cadets wear grey uniforms. The uniform is compulsory at all meetings and training of the NCC. Cadets from SD boys Army wing wear khaki full sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from JD wear a khaki shirt and khaki shorts. Girl cadets from SW and JW both wear khaki full sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from SD boys Naval wing wear white half sleeve shirts and white trousers and JD boys wear half sleeve white shirts and white shorts. Girls from Naval wing SW and JW wear white half sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from SD boys Air wing wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers & JD cadets wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers. Girls from SW and JW wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers. In addition to these uniforms, SW and JW cadets wear white Shalwar kameezes during activities other than when on parade. A rifle green beret
2376-399: The given syllabus wherein certain aspects of NCC training are taught once again. The camp acts as a refresher training for the cadets and they are also trained in basic skills of survival and emergencies besides other topics. They are taught certain skills pertaining specifically to their Wing for e.g., a Naval cadet is trained in boat-rowing, oaring, Semaphore, etc. Another activity in the camp
2430-474: The one who is in direct contact with the cadets all throughout the year. There are two training establishments namely Officers Training Academy, Kamptee and Officers Training Academy, Gwalior. These two institutions train the school and college teachers selected to head the company/troop. Courses in these institutions range from 21 days to 90 days in duration. "ANOs are commissioned in NCC and not compare in regular Armed forces". Associate NCC officers are given
2484-637: The other interesting activities. Gliding, Microlite Flying (generally the Zenith STOL CH 701 ) and attachment training with air force stations and establishments are the main activities. 100 Pipistrel Virus SW 80 on order. The aim of YEP is a country-to-country exchange of cadets belonging to NCC or other equivalent government or youth organizations of friendly countries and participation in various activities and appreciation of each other's socio-economic and cultural realities. More than 150 cadets proceed abroad on YEP annually. A select few cadets from
2538-424: The rank of Cadet is below the rank of Lance Corporal. For NPCC, Secondary One students officially attain the rank of Cadet at their Area's Swearing-In Ceremony. Cadets do not bear any rank insignia; however, the letters 'NPCC' and 'NCDCC' are at the bottom of the rank to differentiate NPCC and NCDCC Cadets from Singapore Police Force and Singapore Civil Defence Force personnel respectively. In Sri Lanka , there
2592-408: The rank of Lieutenant Colonel/ Major. A cadre of whole time lady officers (WTLO) with cadre strength 110 officers has been sanctioned in 1995. They are to be commissioned partly through departmental channel and partly through UPSC in a phased manner. ANO is an important link in the NCC organization between the battalion and the cadets. As a matter of fact, ANO is the feeder node of NCC since they are
2646-511: The rank of major general and equivalent; group headquarters are headed by service officers of the rank of brigadiers and equivalent. Regular NCC (Army Wing) units are commanded by officers of the rank of Colonel (selection grade); independent NCC Units (Army) are commanded by service officer of the rank of colonel (TS)/lieutenant colonel/major or equivalent. They are responsible for proper training, planning and execution of NCC activities. In addition, each battalion also has an Administration Officer of
2700-465: The second line of defence. They organized camps to assist ordnance factories , supplying arms and ammunition to the front and also were used as patrol parties to capture enemy paratroopers. The NCC cadets also worked hand in hand with the Civil defense authorities and actively took part in rescue works and traffic control. After the 1965 and 1971 wars, the NCC syllabus was revised. Rather than just being
2754-711: Was a significant step towards the 'Indianisation' of the Indian armed forces. It was renamed the UOTC so the National Cadet Corps can be considered a successor to the University Officers Training Corps (UOTC) which was established by the Government of India in 1942. During World War II , the UOTC never came up to the expectations set by the British. This led to the idea that some better schemes should be formed, which could train more young men in
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#17327873288102808-462: Was accepted by the Governor General , and on the 15th of July 1950 the soldier youth foundation came into existence. In 1949, the Girls Division was formed in order to provide equal opportunities to school and college-going girls. The NCC was given an inter-service image in 1950 when the Air Wing was added, followed by the Naval Wing in 1952. In the same year, the NCC curriculum was extended to include community development/social service activities as
2862-455: Was an activity either it was any competition or any other. Apart from these events one day was decided to give A visit to Air Force Station, Jodhpur where cadets see and learn how various fighter planes and helicopters works, Luckily cadets also got opportunity to fly in an Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopter and Pipistrel microlight aircraft and also got chance to visit glorious places of interest in and around Jodhpur. The camp, in fact, portrays
2916-452: Was formed in 1948. It can be traced back to the ‘University Corps’, which was created under the Indian Defence Act 1917, with the objective to make up for a shortage of personnel in the Army. In 1920, when the Indian Territorial Act was passed, the ‘University Corps’ was replaced by the University Training Corps (UTC). The aim was to raise the status of the UTC and make it more attractive to the youth. UTC Officers and cadets wear Army uniform. It
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