National Youth Corps (NYC) implemented through Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS)


The objective is to tap the potential of youth and channeling their energy towards nation building.

  • To set up a group of disciplined and dedicated youth who have the inclination and spirit to engage in the task of nation building.
  • To facilitate realisation of inclusive growth (both social and economic).
  • To act as points for dissemination of information, and basic knowledge in the community.
  • To act as group modulators and peer group educators.
  • To act as role models for younger people especially towards enhancement of public ethics, probity and dignity of labour.

Volunteers will be paid an honorarium of Rs.2,500 per month for their engagement up to two years (including the period of training which will be for 4 weeks) in identified development activities.

The scheme enables young men and women in the age group of 18-25 years to serve up to two years on a full time basis up to March 2012 for which they receive an honorarium of Rs.2,500 per month. Representation from the weaker sections of the society and gender balance is encouraged. Qualification of minimum 10th class pass is eligible.

Any young person wishing to enroll shall be required to submit application, in the prescribed format to the concerned District Youth Coordinator of NYKS.