The Directorate of School Education, UT of Puducherry, implements the Award of Scholarships to Outstanding NCC Cadets scheme to encourage and reward discipline, leadership, and commitment among National Cadet Corps (NCC) participants. The initiative targets Junior and Senior Division cadets from Puducherry, offering monthly scholarships to recognize their participation in parades and camps, and motivate them toward excellence in defence and leadership development.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• State/UT: Puducherry
• Launched by: Directorate of School Education, Puducherry
• Applicable Cadets: Junior and Senior Division (Boys & Girls)
• Monthly Benefit: ₹250–₹500 per cadet
• Number of Awards: 34 new scholarships every year
• Application Mode: Offline
• Selection Mode: Recommendation through NCC Commanding Officers
Benefits
| Cadet Division | Scholarship Amount (per month) |
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| Senior Division (Boys/Girls) | ₹500 |
| Junior Division (Boys/Girls) | ₹250 |
Only 34 new scholarships are awarded each year, based on cadet performance, attendance, and conduct.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a citizen of India
• Must be a native of Puducherry by birth or have resided continuously for at least 5 years
• Must be actively enrolled in the NCC and have completed:
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At least 75% attendance in parades during the year
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Required number of camps organized by the NCC Unit
• Should not have been discharged for any disciplinary reason
• Cannot receive any other scholarship or stipend, but may avail fee concession from institutions
• Should belong to any of the following categories: -
Senior Division Boys (up to graduation)
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Senior Wing Girls
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Junior Division Boys (up to 12th standard)
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Junior Wing Girls
Application Process (Offline)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Contact your Company/Troop Commander to collect the prescribed application form
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Fill in the form, attach a passport-size photo, and self-attested copies of documents
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Submit the completed application to your Company/Troop Commander
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The commanding officer will verify and forward the application to:
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Group Commander, NCC Group HQ, Puducherry
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Final verification and award selection will be conducted by the Directorate of School Education
Documents Required
• Nativity/Residential Certificate (issued by Revenue Department official – Deputy Tahsildar or higher)
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Public Information Certificate (PIC)
• NCC Certificate (issued by your unit)
• NCC Camp Attendance Record
• Character Certificate from institution or NCC unit
• Marksheet or Degree Certificate:
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For Senior Division: Up to Graduation
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For Junior Division: Up to Class 12
• Any additional documents requested by the Directorate of School Education
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Can I apply for the scholarship if I am not a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry but have been residing here for the past five years?
Yes, you are eligible to apply if you have been a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a continuous period of at least five years, irrespective of your place of birth. - What are the benefits offered under the scholarship for Senior Division Cadets?
Senior Division Cadets receive ₹500 per month as part of the scholarship. - I am a Senior Wing Girl in the NCC. Can you explain the eligibility criteria for the scholarship in this category?
Certainly. Senior Wing Girls, like other divisions, need to meet criteria such as citizenship, residence in Puducherry, parade attendance, camp participation, and a clean disciplinary record to be eligible for the scholarship. - How many fresh scholarships are awarded each year?
The scheme awards 34 fresh scholarships annually. - Can awardees receive other regular scholarships along with this one?
No, awardees are not eligible to receive other regular scholarships or stipends. However, they can benefit from fee concessions offered by their institutions, if any. - Is there any fee for the application process?
No, there is no application fee. The interested applicant needs to follow the prescribed application process, as outlined in the scheme’s guidelines. - How is the application process initiated?
The interested applicant should start by visiting the Company/Troop Commander to request the hard copy of the prescribed application form. - Can I apply for multiple divisions within the scheme?
No, applicants can apply for only one division based on their eligibility – Senior Division Boys, Senior Wing Girls, Junior Division Boys, or Junior Wing Girls. - What happens after I submit my application?
Once you submit the filled application form and required documents to the Company/Troop Commander, the Officer commanding the NCC Unit will scrutinize the applications and forward them to the Group Commander with their recommendations. - Can I apply for the scholarship if I have been discharged from the NCC under disciplinary grounds?
No, applicants who have been discharged from the Institution/NCC under disciplinary grounds are not eligible for the scholarship. - How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is disbursed monthly directly to the awardees’ accounts through the prescribed channels. - Can I submit my application online?
No, the application process is offline. Interested applicants need to follow the steps outlined in the guidelines, including obtaining and submitting a hard copy of the application form.