Sarkari Yojana
National Service Scheme
About National Service Scheme
Launched in 1969 as a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India, the “National Service Scheme” (NSS) opens the door for students at senior secondary schools (+2 level), colleges, universities, and technical institutions to take part in government-led community service. NSS volunteers get involved in regular community work, special camps, national-level programmes, and awareness drives spanning health, education, the environment, national integration, disaster response, and social welfare — all guided by the principle of “Education through Service,” which teaches students by having them serve society. Over 7.4 crore students across India have benefited from NSS since it began.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for National Service Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be a student enrolled in…
The applicant must be a student enrolled in one of the following:
Class 11th or 12th (+2 level), or a Graduate, Post Graduate, or Technical course at a recognised institution.
The school, college, university, or technical institution where…
The school, college, university, or technical institution where the applicant studies must have an NSS Unit.
The applicant must be ready to take part…
The applicant must be ready to take part in community service activities and camps.
The applicant must follow NSS guidelines and finish…
The applicant must follow NSS guidelines and finish the prescribed number of service hours.
Benefits Provided
National Service Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Financial Benefits (Awards & Cash Prizes) Outstanding NSS volunteers and institutions receive recognition through the National Service Scheme Awards: Best University / +2 Council ➤ Cash Award: ₹5,00,000/- Upcoming University ➤ Cash Award: ₹3,00,000/- Best Programme Officer (10 awards) ➤ Cash Award: ₹1,50,000 each Best NSS Unit (10 awards) ➤ Cash Award: ₹2,00,000 each Best NSS Volunteer (30 awards) ➤ Cash Award: ₹1,00,000 each
Builds leadership qualities and confidence
Builds leadership qualities and confidence
Encourages social service and national integration
Encourages social service and national integration
Offers exposure through camps and festivals
Offers exposure through camps and festivals
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Student identity card
Student identity card
Admission proof/bonafide certificate from the institution
Admission proof/bonafide certificate from the institution
Aadhaar card, or any valid ID proof
Aadhaar card, or any valid ID proof
Passport-size photograph
Passport-size photograph
NSS enrolment/application form, as prescribed by the institution
NSS enrolment/application form, as prescribed by the institution
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for National Service Scheme through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Note:
Interested students should get in touch with their school/college/university's NSS Programme Officer and submit the prescribed NSS enrolment form through the institution. Selection depends on seat availability and the student's willingness to serve. Once enrolled, students attend an orientation and then take part in NSS activities and camps.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.