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Ministry of Defence, Government of India
New Delhi, Delhi
About
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is a pivotal government body in India, entrusted with the critical responsibility of coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions related to national security and the Indian Armed Forces. It establishes the comprehensive policy framework and allocates essential resources, enabling the armed forces to effectively defend the nation's territorial integrity. The Ministry comprises five key departments: the Department of Defence (DoD), the Department of Military Affairs (DMA), the Department of Defence Production (DDP), the Department of Defence Research and Development (DRDO), and the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW). These departments collaborate seamlessly to foster a robust and self-reliant defence ecosystem within the country. Beyond its core mandate, the Ministry actively champions the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families through various schemes and support initiatives. It plays a crucial role in advancing self-reliance in defence technology, spearheading programs like 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' to promote indigenous design, development, and manufacturing of defence equipment. The Ministry also oversees significant advancements in defence production and exports, contributing to India's strategic autonomy.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)
- Financial Assistance for Education of Children/Widows of ESM
- Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)
- Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme
- Agnipath Yojana
- Financial Assistance for 100% Disabled Child of Ex-Servicemen
- Financial Assistance for Vocational Training of Widows of Ex-Servicemen
- Financial Assistance for Medical Treatment of Ex-Servicemen
- Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS)
- ADITI Scheme
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) Youth Development Program
Achievements
- Record Defence Exports (FY2023-24: ₹21,083 crore)
- Highest-ever indigenous defence production (FY2023-24: ₹1,26,887 crore)
- Implementation of One Rank One Pension (OROP) for Defence Forces Personnel
- Restructuring of Army corps based on Shekatkar Committee recommendations
- Delegation of procurement powers to Armed Forces for critical ammunition/spares
- Finalization of Strategic Partnership policy in Defence Sector
- Indigenous development of Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas
- Development of Akash Weapon System and Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS)
- Launch of C-295 TATA Aircraft Complex for transport aircraft manufacturing
- Development of Indian Light Tank 'Zorawar'
- Commissioning of INS Vikrant (India's first indigenous aircraft carrier)
- Induction of Rafale aircraft into Indian Air Force
Opportunities from Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Rashtriya Military School (RMS) Common Entrance Test (CET) for Class VI & IX Admissions
by Ministry of Defence, Government of India
The Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test (CET) is a national-level examination for admission to Class VI and IX in five Rashtriya Military Schools across India, focusing on academic proficiency, discipline, and military-based education.
What your child could gain:
Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) Entrance Exam for Class VIII Admission
by Ministry of Defence, Government of India
The RIMC Entrance Exam is a national-level examination for admission to Class VIII at the prestigious Rashtriya Indian Military College in Dehradun, preparing students for leadership roles in the Indian Armed Forces.
What your child could gain:
Veer Gatha Project Competition
by Ministry of Defence, Government of India
A national competition by the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Education for students to honor India's Gallantry Award winners through creative projects.
National Cadet Corps (NCC) Youth Development Program
by Ministry of Defence, Government of India
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is a voluntary youth organization in India that instills discipline, leadership, and patriotism through military training, community service, and adventure activities for school and college students.
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Quick Facts
- Type
- Government Institute
- Founded
- 1947
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