MY Bharat youth volunteer recruitment extended until August 27, 2026

Why in news

The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports extended the recruitment for the National Youth Corps (NYC) under the MY Bharat portal to August 2026.

Background

The National Youth Corps (NYC) recruits youth aged 18-29 who have passed Class 10. Selected volunteers serve for one year with a monthly stipend of ₹5,000.

Facts for Prelims

• SchemeMY Bharat: A digital platform for youth engagement and volunteerism in India
• BodyUnion Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The nodal ministry for youth development schemes
• FactNational Youth Corps (NYC) stipend: ₹5,000 per month for one-year service

For Mains

Q. Discuss the role of volunteerism and youth engagement in nation-building and social development in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• skill development
• civic engagement
• social capital creation

Keywords: nation-building · youth empowerment · volunteerism · human resource development

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