The Directorate General, National Cadet Corps (DGNCC), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially notified a large-scale recruitment of Ex-Servicemen (ESM) for engagement as Contractual Principal Instructor (PI) Staff under the NCC Expansion Plan.
This is a verified, government-sanctioned opportunity for eligible Army JCOs and NCOs to continue contributing to nation-building by training and mentoring youth through the NCC framework.
Official Sanction & Authority
- Government Sanction Letter No.: 8/20/2024-D (GS-VI)
- Date: 01 July 2024
- Issuing Authority: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
- Implementing Body: Directorate General NCC (DGNCC)
This recruitment is official, approved, and pan-India in scope.
Posts & Eligible Categories
📌 Post Name
Contractual Principal Instructor (PI) – NCC
🎖️ Eligible Army Ranks
- JCO: Subedar / Naib Subedar
- NCO: Havildar (Substantive)
✔️ Open to all Arms & Services of the Indian Army, subject to fulfillment of eligibility conditions.
Vacancy Position (All India)
| Category | Vacancies |
| JCO (PI) | 228 |
| NCO (PI) | 438 |
| Total | 666 |
This is one of the largest NCC instructor recruitments in recent years.
State-wise Distribution (Major States)
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana – 52
- Bihar & Jharkhand – 51
- Delhi – 18
- Gujarat – 30
- J&K & Ladakh – 21
- Karnataka & Goa – 30
- Kerala & Lakshadweep – 36
- Maharashtra – 51
- Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh – 71
- Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh & Chandigarh – 59
- Rajasthan – 26
- Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Andaman & Nicobar – 60
- Uttar Pradesh – 32
- West Bengal & Sikkim – 38
📌 Full state-wise details are available in the official NCC notification.
Pay, Allowances & Service Benefits
💰 Monthly Remuneration (All-Inclusive)
- JCO (PI): ₹45,000
- NCO (PI): ₹35,000
📈 Other Benefits
- Annual Increment: 3%
- Leave Entitlement: 1.5 days per month
- Medical Facilities: As entitled to Ex-Servicemen
- Mandatory Training: 14–21 days
- Accommodation: Self-arranged
❌ No EPF
❌ No Pension
(This is a purely contractual engagement)
Tenure, Extension & Age Limit
- Initial Contract Period: 2–3 years
- Extension: 11 months at a time (performance-based)
- Probation: First 3 months
🎂 Maximum Age Limit
- JCO: Up to 56 years
- NCO: Up to 54 years
Eligibility Conditions (Must Read Carefully)
An applicant must fulfill all of the following:
✔️ Retired on or after 31 March 2023
✔️ Gap after retirement not exceeding 3 years
✔️ Medical Category SHAPE-1 at the time of discharge
✔️ Character: EXEMPLARY
✔️ No red ink entries in last 5 years of service
✔️ No involvement in moral turpitude or financial irregularities
❌ Personnel discharged under AR-13, AR-14 or similar provisions are NOT eligible.
🔹 Preference will be given to:
- Instructor experience holders
- Category ‘A’ / ‘B’ trained personnel
- ESM with professional or instructional courses
Documents Required (Single PDF Submission)
Applicants must prepare one single PDF (≤ 5 MB) containing:
- Application Form (Annexure-I)
- Aadhaar Card (self-attested)
- Permanent & Present Address Proof
- PPO Copy
- Character Certificate (at discharge)
- Army / Civil Course Certificates (if any)
- Medical Fitness Certificate at discharge
- Current Medical Fitness Certificate (ECHS / Civil Surgeon)
- EPF Form-11
- Insurance Declaration (AGIF)
- Honours & Awards (if any)
- Passport size photograph (≤ 50 KB)
Application Process – How to Apply
- Mode of application: Online / Email / Postal
- Mode depends on the concerned State NCC Directorate
- Applicants must mention three State preferences
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview
🌐 Official Website:
👉 https://nccindia.gov.in
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 20 January 2026
- Interview Period: January – February 2026
(Exact dates & venues will be communicated by respective State NCC Directorates)
Key Instructions & Warnings
⚠️ This is a contractual appointment, not a permanent government job
⚠️ Selection is strictly on merit, eligibility & verification
⚠️ Joining subject to document verification & medical fitness
⚠️ False information → Immediate termination without notice
Why This Opportunity Matters for ESM
This NCC PI engagement offers:
- A respectable second innings after military service
- Continued association with discipline, leadership & national service
- Stable income with structured tenure
- Direct contribution to nation-building through youth mentorship
For many Ex-Servicemen, this role bridges experience, dignity, and purpose.
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