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About SSC (Tech) SSB Interview Preparation
Indian Army has released notification of Indian Army SSC Tech 50th Men 21th Women 2019 for married/unmarried Male and unmarried Female Engineering Graduate and also from Widows of Defence Personnel for grant of Short Service Commission in the Indian Army in all Arms/Services. Course shall be commenced in Apr 2019 at officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Start preparing for this entry. This entry is for short service commission and handles aspirants who are graduates and done Engineering in various streams. Those who have still not started the preparation are a bit late but they can make up by immediately starting their preparation and building their personality profiles and working on psychology and personality development as an initial phase of preparation. SSB is something where one needs to reveal their true set of personality and the qualities that the assessors are looking for. Here I would like to make it very clear that SSC is a short service commission, and one would get a chance to serve for fourteen years. The services can be extended as per performance and need. So aspirants should be ready and start preparing as you will have about a month or so now for it now.
ATTENTION: SSB, 2019 SCHEDULE ; 14 Days Comprehensive Course starts on every Monday.
Useful Information
SSB Details
| SSC (TECH) SSB |
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| EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION | Engineering degree passed or appearing with 60% aggregate |
| MODE OF SELECTION | SSB Interview |
14 DAYS SSB SCHEDULE AT CDAF CAMPUS
NOTE – 14 Days , 108 hrs, Intensive course starts on every Monday of the every month . student should report for admission one day before starting date.
If you are late, please call us for admission – 9696330033 or Visit our Website – www.cdafnda.org and take online admission.
The SSB Interview class terms starts at 9:00 am to 5 pm. On every 12 days & Sunday special 10:00 to 4:00 pm.
| DAY | DETAILS |
| DAY- 1 | Introduction to SSB (5 days SSB Procedure , Officer Like Qualities & PIQ form) |
| DAY- 2 | Screening |
| DAY-3 | Screening test, Mock practice and Feedback |
| DAY-4 | Introduction to Psychological Test & Thematic Apperception Test |
| DAY-5 | Word Association Test & SRT (Situation Reaction Test) |
| DAY-6 | Self Description Test & Complete Psychological Test |
| DAY-7 | OIR , (Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning class) |
| DAY-8 | Personal Interview Briefing |
| DAY-9 | Mock Interview & Feedback to Student |
| DAY-10 | Mock Interview & Feedback to Student |
| DAY-11 | G.T.O. Briefing , GD and Lectureate |
| DAY-12 | P.G.T, H.G.T, G.P.E, & G.O.R. |
| DAY-13 | IO, CT, FGT and Conference |
| DAY-14 | PABT |
- SPOKEN ENGLISH CLASSES 1 HOUR’S PER DAY ++
- CURRENT AFFAIR CLASS 1 HOURS PER DAY ++
- PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST ++
- MOTIVATIONAL VIDEOS & MOTIVATIONAL SPEECH BY – Retired Officer & Academic Director ++
- REGULAR INTRODUCTION WITH RECOMMENDED STUDENTS ++
5 Days SSB Procedure
1 Day
Stage I Screening Test (Intelligence Test)
Picture Perception and Discussion Test Result
Large number of candidates report for selection in SSB. All may not have the desirable qualities to be selected for armed forces so there is no point to go through the stage-II tests. Hence, the need to filter out these candidates on the very first day so that they can return to their home stations without wasting time.
The stage-I test has two distinct parts:
- Intelligence Test This is a simple test of logic / analytical aptitude based on which an intelligence rating ranging from I to V is awarded to the candidates which is based on the number of total correct answers. It is but obvious that the candidate with a higher intelligence rating will benefit in the entire process of testing including stage-II.
- Picture Perception and Discussion Test You were shown a picture on the screen which you were required to perceive correctly. Time was thereafter given to pen down what you perceived by way of number of characters, their age, their mood, etc as also to write a story relating to the pictures. Your perception needs to be correct in order to do well in this test. This was followed by individual story telling and discussion test. Your power of expression, clarity of language (both grammatical and logical), confidence, participation and ability to accept others' ideas were all important facets of this test. Your body language and attitude during the whole test is also of consequence. What you must do is to remain involved with the test throughout.
- Result Passing of stage-I test is a combination of your intelligence rating, individual story content, method at narration, command over language and overall performance in discussion and complete task. Once the results are announced, relevance of your stage-I performance in no longer there except your intelligence rating which still affects your overall results during the stage-II.
2 Day
Stage-II Psychological Test
Picture Perception and Discussion Test Result
The stage-II tests comprise of three different techniques, namely the psychological tests, group tasks and personal interview. This shall be elaborated separately. However, it is emphasised that in all the three techniques the assessment is of your personality which is based on specified 15 OLQs (Officer Like Qualities). The highlights of the three different techniques are as follows:
The Psychological Test The psychologist does not interact with you nor does he know you by your physical appearance or attributes. He will assess your personality merely through the inputs which you have given him in the answer sheet. It is a test of your mind. Your answers are required to be natural responses and not preconceived. In case you have tried to think and modify your natural responses you will run out of time and will not be able to complete the tests. Large gaps in your response will make it difficult for him to assess you. An endeavor has to be made to complete all the SRTs, 60 TATs and the 60 WATs. Any candidate can achieve proficiency in completing these tests through adequate practice. Various books are available which explain the essentials of these tests and may help you in practicing them before you take on the actual test. You cannot change your personality but you can certainly complete the tests in the given time and be in a better position to be assessed well by the psychologist. What is important is you should be positive in thoughts and your application to the test.
3 & 4 Day
Stage-II GTO Test
Unlike the psychologist, the GTO is actually interacting with you throughout the tests. Each and every action of yours is observed. It is a test of your body and coordination between your body and mind. Your physical and mental qualities get highlighted in these tests. Project your qualities to the GTO and do not remain a passenger. Come out with work sense, ideas and ensure that others accept them. If they are logical and workable they will be acceptable. While you expect others to accept your ideas you should be willing to accept others ideas as well. You need to remain confident and cheerful throughout the tests and learn to comprehend all instructions and ensure that no rules are violated. Your overall performance in all the GTO tasks brings out your personality. You need to be good in every aspect. Outstanding performance in some and poor in others is not acceptable. You need to introspect and find out shortcomings which you noticed in your performance. You ought to be physically fit to do well here. Focus on your shortcomings and you will surely be able to come up to the required standards.
5 Day
Stage-II Interview
The interviewing officer discusses by way of questions and answers the opportunities you had in your life and the positive or otherwise benefit you have derived from them. It is a test of your heart. The interviewing officer is fairly senior and experienced in the armed forces. While he interacts with you he discerns whether you have the qualities required to be an army officer. What you have done till date with regard to your academics, competitive exams, your achievements in extra curricular activities, your interests in life, sports you play, your feelings for your parents, friends, teachers and society at large, your general knowledge and awareness and your physical and mental fortitude are all important facets of his assessment. The interviewing officer understands and gives you more than adequate benefit for shortcomings or mistakes which you may have committed, thus, do not try and hide anything. The tendency of lying or making false pretences is negatively viewed and is easily discernable.
Stage-II Conference
The three assessors have individually carried out their assessment. However, there is no discussion as sharing of facts of assessment between them nor any results of your performance is known to them or anybody else at the beginning of the conference. For the final result on the performance of a candidate all the three assessors and all members of the board must interact as also meet the candidate in person. Thus, we have the final board conference. During this, the individual assessments are discussed and a candidate's plus points and weak qualities are deliberated upon in detail. All aspects of a candidate are analysed to see if he / she has the required qualities to be trained to become a good armed forces officer. Whereas benefit of any doubt with an individual assessor is given to a candidate; during the conference benefit of doubt adequately probed normally is given to the organisation. Also, candidates with higher intelligence rating can get an additional credit as compared to those with lower intelligence rating. When the conference terminates the results are finalized and communicated to the candidate. Suitable advice by one of the assessors is rendered to all Non Recommended Candidates.
SSB Test Center
All three tests are conducted independently-
| Services | SSB Center Location | Name of SSB Center |
| Army | ||
| Allahabad, UP | Selection Centre East (SCE) | |
| Bhopal, MP | Selection Centre Central (SCC) | |
| Bangalore, KA | Selection Centre South (SCS) | |
| Ropar, PB (proposed) | Selection Centre North (SCN) | |
| Navy | ||
| Bhopal, MP | 33 SSB, SCC | |
| Bangalore, KA | 12 SSB, SCS | |
| Coimbatore, TN | Naval Selection Board (NSB), Agrani | |
| Visakhapatnam, AP | NSB Visakhapatnam | |
| Air Force | ||
| Dehradun, UK | 1 AFSB | |
| Mysore, KA | 2 AFSB | |
| Gandhinagar, GJ | 3 AFSB | |
| Varanasi, UP | 4 AFSB |
Course Details
14 Days Classroom Course @ CDAF
| Course Duration | Two Weeks(14 Days) |
| Course code | 1301 |
| Timing | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Course Fees* | Rs. 10000/- |
| Application Form Fee | Rs. 525/- |
| Total Fee | Rs. 10525/- |
Individual Course
Screening + Psychology (Course Code- 3303) |
Duration- 7 Days |
GTO (Course Code- 3303) |
Duration- 4 Days |
Interview (Course Code-3304) |
Duration- 3 Days |
PABT (Course Code-3305) |
Duration- 1 Day |
Things To Carry In SSB
- THE CALL LETTER: You must keep at least three copies of the call-up letter with you. One should be in your hand at the time of reporting at the railway station and the rest safe with you in your bag.
- COPY OF FORM FILLED: In some cases like TES, TGC the Selection Boards require a copy or two of the online form filled with your attested photograph. You must be really careful in reading the instructions when filling the online application form.
- ORIGINAL IDENTITY PROOF: School/college ID cards, Government issued ID cards like PAN, AADHAR, VOTERS ID, UPSC admit card, Driving license are all acceptable. You ID card must have your photo in it.
- EDUCATIONAL CERTIFICATES: You must have at least 4 attested copies and originals of Class 10th mark sheet + certificate (matriculation certificate), Class 12th mark sheet + certificate, your mark sheets of semesters you have passed during graduation and graduation/ Post graduation degree certificate (if applicable).
- YOUR EXTRA ACHIEVEMENTS: You must also carry all the original certificates along with their authenticated copies of NCC, sports and co-curricular activities in which you have participated/won.
- YOUR PHOTOGRAPH: It is advised that you carry at least 25 passport and 10 stamp sized RECENT photographs with you. People having spectacles must be wearing spectacles in their photograph. The photographs must be in either blue/white background.
NOTE: - It is advised that you carry all the above-mentioned certificates in originals along with their attested photocopies (at least 4). In case your originals are with your college/organization, you must produce a custodian certificate from the competent authorities clearly stating that they have your original certificates. - CLOTHING: Three pairs of formal clothes (blazer/tie are optional) with complementing shoes, Two pairs of white shorts and T-shirts (with collar) for men and two pairs of white lower pants and T-shirts (with collar) for women. You must also carry a pair of white PT/sports shoes along with 3 pairs of white socks.
- OTHER CLOTHING: You must also bring woolen clothing with you if the weather demands. Apart from this you should not forget civil clothing like night dress, casuals, undergarments, towels etc.
- MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: Grooming kit, slippers, bathing kit, lock and key and other items of general use should be carried. You can also carry few essential medicines with you if required.
- UNIFORM: A set of uniform (according to the season) and a combat dress is also required for the personnel serving in the Army/Navy/Air Force/Coast Guard.
- ADEQUATE WRITING MATERIAL: You must have at least 4 set of ball/gel point pens (black and blue) plus a writing pad for the interview process. A rough notebook/ plain white pages can also be taken along.
- FINAL CHECK: You must tally your items with that of the items mentioned in your call up letter. Relax, just think it of a normal outing and take things accordingly.
- DON’T PANIC: In case you have forgotten anything you must inform it to the authorities. However, people at the SSB are always happy to help. So, no need to get frantic if you forget to carry a pair of socks!!
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