SJEC had received approval to start NCC Naval wing and Air wing with a capacity of 50 cadets each in both the unit from the academic year 2020-2021. The inspection of the college was carried out and excelled performance of SJEC lead to open a Naval subunit under 6 Kar Naval Unit NCC, Udupi and Air wing under 6 Kar Air Squadron NCC, Mangalore, in the month of October 2020. The Karnataka & Goa NCC Directorate has allotted NCC Naval sub-unit to SJEC under the expansion of NCC coverage in Border/Coastal area of 6 Kar Naval Unit NCC Udupi on a self-financed basis in February 2021. Cadets enrolled for NCC Naval wing & Air wing will undergo training in various naval, air and adventure activities for 3 years. In second year of training, cadets can write ‘B’ certificate and in the third year they can appear for ‘C’ certificate. Ms Pramila Rita D’Souza, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry is the Caretaker of the Naval unit since its inception and Mr Prashant Kurdekar, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering is the Caretaker of the Air wing from December 2021.
SJEC had received approval to start NCC Naval wing and Air wing with a capacity of 50 cadets each in both the unit from the academic year 2020-2021. The inspection of the college was carried out and excelled performance of SJEC lead to open a Naval subunit under 6 Kar Naval Unit NCC, Udupi and Air wing under 6 Kar Air Squadron NCC, Mangalore, in the month of October 2020. The Karnataka & Goa NCC Directorate has allotted NCC Naval sub-unit to SJEC under the expansion of NCC coverage in Border/Coastal area of 6 Kar Naval Unit NCC Udupi on a self-financed basis in February 2021. Cadets enrolled for NCC Naval wing & Air wing will undergo training in various naval, air and adventure activities for 3 years. In second year of training, cadets can write ‘B’ certificate and in the third year they can appear for ‘C’ certificate. Ms Pramila Rita D’Souza, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry is the Caretaker of the Naval unit since its inception and Mr Prashant Kurdekar, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering is the Caretaker of the Air wing from December 2021.
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Army Wing at St. Joseph Engineering College (SJEC) was officially sanctioned in June 2025 with a total strength of 107 cadets. For the academic year 2025–26, 35 students enrolled in the newly established unit.
The raising ceremony of the NCC Army Wing was held on 16 October 2025, marking a significant milestone in the college’s commitment to developing disciplined, responsible, and patriotic citizens.
The NCC Army Wing at SJEC functions under the 2 KAR Engineer Company, NITK, which provides training, administrative support, and guidance for all NCC-related activities.
The National Cadet Corps aims to:
NCC provides significant advantages for engineering students beyond regular academics. While engineering education focuses on technical knowledge and analytical skills, NCC helps students develop discipline, leadership, teamwork, and decision-making abilities, which are essential for successful professional careers.
Through NCC training, students learn time management, physical fitness, leadership under pressure, and teamwork, which complement engineering education. Participation in NCC also enhances confidence, communication skills, and personality development, helping students become well-rounded professionals and responsible citizens.
Additionally, NCC cadets receive special opportunities in defense services recruitment, preference in certain government jobs, and exposure to national-level camps, adventure activities, and leadership training programs.
Cadets of the NCC Army Wing participate in various activities including:
These activities help cadets develop discipline, confidence, and leadership skills.
Participation in NCC offers several advantages:
“The establishment of the NCC Army Wing at SJEC reflects the institution’s commitment to shaping disciplined engineers with strong leadership, national pride, and social responsibility”
St. Joseph Engineering College aims to further strengthen the NCC Army Wing by increasing student participation and organizing more structured training programs. The college plans to gradually utilize the full sanctioned strength of 107 cadets, providing more opportunities for students to benefit from NCC training.
Future initiatives include:
Through these initiatives, SJEC aims to develop disciplined, confident, and socially responsible engineers who contribute positively to society and the nation.
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