The main objectives of National Service Scheme (NSS) are :

i. understand the community in which they work
ii. understand themselves in relation to their community
iii. identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving
iv. develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility
v. utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community

     problems
vi. develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities
vii. gain skills in mobilizing community participation
viii. acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes
ix. develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and
x. precise national integration and social harmony