National Youth Corps (NYC) 2026: ₹5,000 Monthly Honorarium, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The National Youth Corps (NYC) scheme engages youth aged 18 to 29 years as full-time volunteers for nation-building activities across blocks in India. Selected volunteers serve for up to two years and receive a monthly honorarium of ₹5,000. Candidates who have passed Class 10th and possess basic IT skills can apply without any application fee.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹5,000 monthly honorarium for volunteers |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | 18–29 years |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
Implemented by the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the National Youth Corps (NYC) scheme mobilizes disciplined and dedicated young individuals to contribute directly to community and youth development work. A total of 12,000 volunteers are deployed annually at the block level to handle program reporting, digital outreach, and local coordination, gaining practical communication and administrative exposure while supporting national welfare programs.
Benefits
- Monthly honorarium of ₹5,000 provided on a monthly basis.
- Payment of honorarium delivered online or in cash.
- Opportunity to serve up to two years in nation-building activities.
- Deployment at the block level with 12,000 volunteer positions filled annually across the country.
- Practical experience in report preparation, media documentation, and digital applications like Digidhan and Digital India.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be between 18 and 29 years of age.
- Applicant must have passed Class 10th.
- Must be ready to serve as a full-time volunteer.
- Must be IT savvy and capable of preparing reports or documentation for youth programs and uploading them online.
- Must know how to draft reports for media or news statements.
- Must know how to operate required mobile apps such as Digidhan and Digital India.
Who cannot apply
- Enrolled regular full-time students are not eligible for deployment.
- Part-time volunteers are not eligible to receive the honorarium.
Documents required
- Class 10th marksheet or passing certificate.
- Completed application form (as per Annexure-I format).
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- Original documents along with photocopies for verification during interview.
How to apply
- 1Obtain the official application format provided in Annexure-I of the scheme guidelines or open the online application portal.
- 2Fill in all mandatory details carefully, ensuring every field marked with a red asterisk (*) is completed.
- 3Submit the completed application form without paying any fee, as the process is completely free.
- 4If shortlisted, attend the interview with the filled application form, original documents, photocopies, and two passport-size photographs.
Frequently asked questions
How much honorarium is paid under the National Youth Corps scheme?+
Volunteers receive a monthly honorarium of ₹5,000, paid either online or in cash.
Can regular college students apply for NYC?+
No, regular students enrolled in full-time courses are not eligible because NYC requires a full-time assignment.
What is the age limit for National Youth Corps?+
The applicant must be between 18 and 29 years of age.
What is the minimum educational qualification required?+
The candidate must have passed at least Class 10th.
How many volunteers are deployed every year under NYC?+
Every year, a total of 12,000 volunteers are deployed at the block level across India.
Is there any application fee for the National Youth Corps?+
No, the entire application process is completely free of cost.
Is there a reserved quota for female applicants?+
A 50:50 gender ratio is maintained under the scheme to the extent possible.
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