NIST UNIVERSITY
Institute Park, Berhampur, Odisha-761008, India

NATIONAL CADET CORPS

OBJECTIVES

  • The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is a youth development movement.
  • The National Cadet Corps came into existence under the NCC Act XXXI of 1948.
  • The NCC provides opportunities for all-round development with duty, commitment, discipline and moral values.
  • The NCC exposes cadets to social service, discipline and adventure training activities.

AIM OF NCC

The aims of NCC continue to meet the needs of the present socio-economic environment of the country. NCC develops character, comradeship, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and selfless service among young citizens. It also motivates youth to join the armed forces and become responsible leaders of the nation.

  • To create organized, trained and motivated youth for nation-building.
  • To motivate youth to pursue careers in the armed forces.
  • To develop discipline, leadership, adventure spirit and selfless service.

MOTTO

  • The need for an NCC motto was discussed in the 11th Central Advisory Committee meeting in 1978.
  • The final motto “Unity and Discipline” was officially adopted in 1980.
Unity and Discipline reflects the core values and spirit of the National Cadet Corps.

NCC FLAG

The NCC flag was first introduced in 1951. In 1954, the present tricolour flag was adopted to represent the inter-service character of NCC.

The three colours represent the three services: Red for Army, Deep Blue for Navy and Light Blue for Air Force. The NCC crest and letters in gold at the centre give the flag its distinct identity.

PLEDGE

We the cadets of the National Cadet Corps, do solemnly pledge that we shall always uphold the unity of India. We resolve to be disciplined and responsible citizens of our nation and undertake community service in the spirit of selflessness and concern for our fellow beings.

Organisation HQ DG NCC

Organisation HQ DG NCC

NCC Navy Wing | NIST University

NCC Navy Wing

NCC Navy Wing was introduced in our college in 2021. It functions under 1(O) Naval Unit NCC, which comes under Group Headquarters Berhampur, with a strength of 100 cadets along with CTO and NCC PI support.

List of NCC Activities

Sl. No. Activities
1 1st Year Enrollment
2 Regular Parades for I, II & III Year
3 Regular Annual Camps (CATC)
4 Special Camps (Yachting, Sailing on Sea, Rafting)
5 EBSB and Cadre Camp
6 Trekking Camps
7 IDC & RDC
8 Social Service Activities
9 Swachh Bharat Activities
10 NCC Journal Publications
11 Conference & Workshops
12 Officer Commanding Inspection
13 B & C Certificate Examinations
14 Blood Donation Camp
Programme Officer

Prof. Alok Patro — CTO, NIST University

History and Growth of NCC

  • The NCC has its genesis in the University Corps (UC) created under the Indian Defence Act, 1917.
  • In 1920, the University Corps was replaced by the University Training Corps (UTC).
  • In 1942, UTC was renamed as the University Officers’ Training Corps (UOTC).
  • A committee under Pandit HN Kunzru was formed in 1946 which paved the way for NCC formation.
  • The National Cadet Corps officially came into existence on 15 July 1948.
  • Girls Division was introduced in 1949, followed by Air Wing in 1950 and Naval Wing in 1952.
  • NCC training became compulsory in 1963 after the Chinese aggression, and later voluntary again in 1968.
  • Today, NCC has over 13 lakh cadets across schools and colleges in India.
From 20,000 cadets in 1948 to over 13 lakh today — NCC stands as the world’s largest uniformed youth organisation.

Genesis

Genesis of NCC
  • The Cadet Corps Committee was formed on 29 September 1946 under Pt HN Kunzru.
  • Sub-committees studied youth and cadet organisations in India, Great Britain, and France.
  • The committee submitted its report to the Government of India in March 1947.
  • After independence, India faced major security and rehabilitation challenges.
  • The need for trained youth reserves led to renewed focus on military training.
  • The NCC scheme received support from provincial governments in 1948.

Birth of the NCC

  • The Kashmir War of 1948 highlighted the importance of strong armed forces.
  • The NCC Bill was placed before the Constituent Assembly in March 1948.
  • The National Cadet Corps Act was passed in April 1948.
  • Col Gopal Gurunath Bewoor became the first Director of NCC.
The NCC Act of 1948 laid the foundation for a youth movement that continues to inspire leadership and discipline.

Inauguration of NCC

  • The NCC was inaugurated on 15 July 1948 after schools and colleges reopened.
  • Initially, 96 units of Senior Division were raised across India.
  • Only 20,000 cadets joined NCC in the first year.
  • Teacher shortages slowed the growth of Junior Division units.
  • Today, NCC has grown into the largest youth uniformed organisation in the world.
From humble beginnings to a nationwide movement, NCC symbolizes discipline, unity, and service to the nation.
 
 

⚓ ACTIVITIES (2022-2023)

Sl. No. Date Program Name Venue Beneficiaries Participants Report
107/04/2022Firing PracticeNIST Firing RangeCadets38—
222/04/2022Environmental DayNIST CampusNIST34—
322/04/2022Punit Sagar AbhiyanGoplapur Sea BeachPublic20—
402/05/2022Drinking Water DistributionNH-16 (Bus Stop Near Golanthra P.S)Public32—
514/05/2022Sun Stroke and Heat wave Awareness CampMantridiPublic29—
614/06/2022Blood Donor DayNIST CampusCadets31—
721/06/2022International Day of YogaNIST Indoor StadiumCadets28—
823/06/2022Blood Donation CampNIST Central LibraryPublic33—
926/06/2022International Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit TraffickingNIST CampusNIST32—
1014/07/2022 - 23/07/2022Annual Training CampSMIT AnkushpurCadets21—
1126/09/2022- 27/09/2022Free Eye Check up CampNIST CampusStaffs & StudentsMore than 200—
1231/10/2022Rashtriya Ekta DivasNIST CampusCadets20—
1319/11/2022Fresh Enrolment of CadetsNIST CampusCadets30—
1426/11/2022Mega Blood Donation Camp at PMECPMECPublic10—
1527/11/2022NCC Day CelebrationNIST CampusCadets30—
1627/11/2022Road Safety AwarenessNH-16Public30—
1715/12/22Surprise Visit of Commanding Officer and Group Commander1(O) Naval NCC and NIST CampusCadets45—
1812/01/23National Youth DayNIST CampusCadets24—
1917/01/23Simulator Firing2 (O)Bn NCCCadets40—
2026/01/23Republic Day ParadeNIST CampusCadets and College Staff and Students50 + Staff—
2126/01/23Tree PlantationNIST CampusCadets50—
2221/02/23Simulator Firing2 (O)Bn NCCCadets40—
2322/03/23World Water DayNIST CampusCadets and Public35—

📅 ACTIVITIES (2021-2022)

Sl. No.DateProgram NameVenueBeneficiariesParticipantsReport
118/02/2022Tree plantationNIST Hostel CampusNIST32—
212/03/2022Swatcha Bharat AbhiyanSonpur Sea BeachPublic34—

📌 ACTION PLAN OF NCC (Yearly)

Sl. No.MonthActivities
1JuneBlood Donor Day Celebration
2JuneInternational Day of Yoga
3JulyCATC
4AugustIndependence day parade
5September1st year selection & Joining procedures
RDC Selection Procedure
6OctoberSwatcha Bharat Abhiyan
7JanuaryRepublic day parade
8February“B” Certificate examination

🎓 CADETS CORNER

Current Student Strength: 50
Academic Year No. of Students Total
Boys Girls
2021-22040105
2022-23200424
2023-24080412
2024-25070613
NCC Unit committed to discipline & service
 

Contact Us

Reach out to our coordinators for any assistance and information.

Prof. Alok Patro

Prof. Alok Patro

CTO

NIST University

alok.patro@nist.edu

+91 8596949492

Mr. Pabitra Ku. Gouda

Mr. Pabitra Ku. Gouda

NCC Instructor, Former Chief Petty Officer (Indian Navy)

NIST University

pabitra.gouda@nist.edu

+91 8431336756

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