The Army Cadet College (ACC) Wing celebrated a significant achievement on Saturday with the graduation of 73 cadets from the 127th course. The convocation ceremony took place at the prestigious Chetwode Hall of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) and was graced by proud parents, instructors, and senior officers.
Lt Gen Nagendra Singh, AVSM, YSM, SM, Commandant of the IMA, awarded bachelor’s degrees from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, to 32 cadets from the Science stream and 41 cadets from the Humanities stream. The ACC, a key institution feeding into the IMA, readies cadets for commissioning into the Indian Army through a blend of academic and military training.
These newly graduated cadets are set to commence pre-commissioning training as officer cadets at the IMA in July 2026. During the convocation address, Lt Gen Singh praised the cadets for achieving a significant milestone in their careers. He emphasized the essential qualities of a successful Army officer, including character, self-discipline, courage, motivation, positive attitude, and professional competence.
Outstanding cadets were also recognized during the ceremony. Wing Cadet Captain Naveen received the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gold Medal, while Company Cadet Captain Avnish Kumar Mishra and Wing Cadet Quarter Master Harshraj were awarded the Silver and Bronze Medals, respectively. Commandant’s Silver Medals were presented to exemplary cadets for their achievements in various subjects and streams.
Nubra Company was honored with the Commandant’s Banner for being the Champion Company, excelling in sports, academics, training, and competitions. Lt Gen Singh lauded Brigadier Peeyush Khurana, SM, Commander of the ACC Wing, and the team of instructors for their commitment to shaping the cadets. The ceremony concluded with a shared moment of pride and reflection among cadets, parents, and faculty, marking the beginning of their journey into commissioned service.
