About National Service Scheme
The National Service Scheme (NSS) was launched in Indra Ganesan College of Engineering in the year 2009.
NSS is one of the most prominent central government schemes implemented under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
NSS provides opportunities for student youth in 11th and 12th grade at the school level and for technical education graduate and postgraduate students at colleges and universities in India to participate in various government-led community service activities and programs.
To date, since its inception, more than 7.5 crore students have benefited under the Scheme. An NSS volunteer needs to devote a total of 240 hours social service in two years duration. Every year, a NSS volunteer has to devote 20 hrs. of orientation and 100 hrs. of community service.
NSS Objectives
Understand Community
Develop understanding of the community in which they work and their relationship with it.
Identify Needs
Identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving.
Develop Capacity
Develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and practice national integration.
Leadership Quality
Develop leadership qualities and democratic attitudes while working as a team.
Social Responsibility
Gain skills in mobilizing community participation and acquire leadership qualities.
Knowledge & Skills
Acquire knowledge about the socio-economic conditions of the community.
NSS Activities
NSS activities are organized both on-campus and in nearby communities, encouraging students to understand and address societal issues. Adventure programs are activities undertaken under NSS.
Our NSS volunteer students made awareness about various things among village peoples through various programs:
Health Awareness Camps
Medical checkups and health education programs
Cleanliness Drives
Swachh Bharat and environmental conservation
Blood Donation Camps
Regular blood donation drives in campus
Adult Education
Literacy programs for village adults
Disaster Management
Training and awareness programs
Community Service
Various village adoption programs
NSS Documents & Reports
Download detailed reports of our NSS activities for each academic year:
Other Important Documents
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NSS Volunteer Registration Form
Join NSS program -
NSS Code of Conduct
Rules for volunteers
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Activity Proposal Template
Plan new activities -
Certificate of Participation
Sample certificate format
Benefits of Joining NSS
Academic & Career Benefits
- Certificate of Completion after 240 hours of service
- Weightage in admissions for higher studies
- Enhances resume for campus placements
- Develops leadership and organizational skills
Personal Development
- Understanding of community needs and problems
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Problem-solving abilities in real-world scenarios
- Networking with like-minded individuals
Overall Impact
Overall the scheme has a positive impact on the lives of students, instilling in them a sense of duty towards society and the nation and upholding humanity and morality as the principles guiding their life. Moreover the volunteers gain the exposure and experience to an accomplished social leader, an efficient administrator, a person who understands human nature.
Join NSS Program
Become a Volunteer and Serve the Community
Volunteer Requirements
- 240 hours of service over 2 years
- 20 hours of orientation annually
- 100 hours of community service each year
- Active participation in scheduled activities
Registration Process
- Contact NSS Coordinator
- Fill registration form
- Attend orientation program
- Start community service