FREE SHIPPING on institutional orders ₹10,000+Camp-season lead time from 14 daysOne box per cadet — packed to your size listSample approval before bulk · Made in IndiaFREE SHIPPING on institutional orders ₹10,000+Camp-season lead time from 14 daysOne box per cadet — packed to your size listSample approval before bulk · Made in India
Frequently asked

FAQs

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Ordering & bulk

How do I place a bulk order for my unit or institution?+

Go to For Institutions → Bulk Enquiry, or WhatsApp us your unit's cadet count and the dress code you need. We'll send a fixed-total quote after a quick fabric-first sizing pass — no per-unit pricing, ever.

What's the minimum order quantity?+

Most kits work best from 10 cadets upward, but we take single-cadet orders too through the storefront. Camp packs list their own minimum on each camp page.

Can I get a sample before committing to a bulk order?+

Yes. We send one sample set for approval before we cut fabric for the full order — this is standard on every institutional order, not an add-on.

Do you take orders directly from cadets, or only through the ANO?+

Both. Cadets can order individually through the storefront; ANOs can place a single consolidated order for the whole unit through the bulk enquiry route.

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Sizing

I don't know my cadet's exact size — what do I do?+

Use the size chart's 'How to measure' steps, or the Find my size tool on the shop page. For a whole unit, our bulk enquiry form takes one measurement round for everyone at once.

Between two sizes?+

Go with the larger size. PV khaki fabric doesn't stretch and shrinks slightly on the first wash. Still not sure? WhatsApp us the measurement and we'll confirm, free.

Do sizes run true, or should I size up?+

Sizes are true to the chart. The only common adjustment is sizing up one step for cadets still growing mid-year, since camps often fall a few months after ordering.

Can I exchange a size after delivery?+

Yes, within 7 days of delivery, provided the item is unworn and unwashed with tags intact. Message us the order number and we'll arrange the swap.

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Delivery & lead times

How long does an order take to arrive?+

Standard lead time is 14 days from sample approval. Camp-season orders (RDC, ATC) get priority slots — book early if your camp date is fixed.

Do you deliver outside Karnataka and Goa?+

Yes, we ship pan-India. Karnataka & Goa institutional orders get direct workshop pickup or courier; other states go by courier only.

Can I track my order?+

Yes — use Track Order with your order number and the phone number on the order. You'll see exactly where it stands: draft, DBT verified, picked, packed, dispatched, delivered.

What happens if my camp date moves up?+

Tell us as soon as you know. We prioritise fabric already cut for your unit and can usually compress the schedule for camp-bound orders — email or WhatsApp with the new date.

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Payment & GST

Do you accept DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) payments?+

Yes — DBT is the default payment route for cadet orders. We verify the DBT reference before the order moves to picking, as required by NCC procedure.

Can you issue a GST invoice?+

Yes, every order gets a proper GST invoice. Add your institution's GSTIN at checkout or send it to us afterward and we'll reissue.

Is pricing per unit or a fixed total?+

Fixed total only. We quote the full order as one number — no per-piece rate breakdowns, so there's nothing to negotiate item by item.

Do you offer any installment or part-payment option for bulk orders?+

For institutional bulk orders, yes — talk to us about splitting payment across sample approval and dispatch. Message support@cadetkart.com with your requirement.

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Samples & returns

Is the sample free?+

Yes, for institutional bulk orders the first sample set is free. It's how we lock size and fabric before cutting the full run.

What if the whole batch doesn't match the approved sample?+

It shouldn't — we cut against the approved sample, not a spec sheet. If a batch is off, tell us within 7 days of delivery and we'll replace the affected pieces.

Can I return an item I no longer need?+

Unworn, unwashed items with tags on can be returned within 7 days for exchange or credit. LCC-issued items (belt, jersey) are not sold, so they follow the unit's own return-on-tenure rule instead.

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Camps

Do you supply kit for all six NCC camps?+

Yes — Annual Training Camp, Republic Day Camp, Thal Sainik Camp, Vayu Sainik Camp, Nau Sainik Camp and National Integration Camp all have a dedicated pack. See Camps & Programs for each one.

Is the camp packing list the same as the dress-code kit?+

Mostly, plus camp-specific extras (bedroll, water bottle, torch, etc.) noted on each camp's own page. Check the packing list under Help → Resources before you pack.

Can a unit order kit for multiple camps at once?+

Yes — tell us all the camps your unit is attending this cycle and we'll quote one combined order, which is usually cheaper than ordering camp by camp.