2-DAY SSB BOOT CAMP 2026 - Centurion Defence Academy
DON’T JUST PREPARE FOR SSB. EXPERIENCE IT.
Understand the Process. Experience the Activities. Prepare with Confidence.
Preparing for the SSB Interview is not about memorising answers. It is about understanding the selection process, knowing what assessors look for, and getting the right exposure to Psychology, GTO, Screening and Personal Interview.
That’s why Centurion Defence Academy presents its intensive 2-Day SSB Boot Camp 2026 designed to help defence aspirants understand the SSB process and experience key stages of SSB training under the guidance of experienced SSB mentors, Interviewing Officers, GTO experts and ex-defence officers.
PSYCHOLOGY | GTO | PERSONAL INTERVIEW | SCREENING
- Lucknow | Dehradun
- ₹2,999/- | Hostel Included
- Limited Seats Available




WHY JOIN THE SSB BOOT CAMP 2026?
– Two Days That Can Change the Way You Prepare for SSB
Walking into your SSB without knowing what to expect can make the experience overwhelming. Our SSB Boot Camp gives you a practical introduction to the process so you can approach your actual SSB with greater awareness, confidence and clarity.
– Understand the SSB Selection Process
Get a clear understanding of the complete SSB Interview Process, from Screening and Psychology to GTO, Personal Interview and Conference.
– Experience SSB Psychology Training
Understand the fundamentals of SSB Psychology Tests and learn how to approach psychological assessment with the right mindset.
– Experience GTO Training
Get practical exposure to important SSB GTO Tasks, including GD, GPE, PGT, HGT, Lecturette and Command Task.
– Prepare for the Personal Interview
Understand the SSB Personal Interview, PIQ-based questioning and the importance of presenting your profile naturally and confidently.
– Know Your Profile
Through Profile Mapping and PIQ Form Review, understand your strengths, experiences and areas that need greater attention during your SSB preparation.
– Learn from Experienced SSB Mentors
Interact with experienced SSB mentors, Interviewing Officers, GTOs, Psychology experts and ex-defence officers.
– CPSS Lab Exposure
Air Force Flying Branch aspirants get dedicated CPSS Lab Exposure to understand the Computerised Pilot Selection System.
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE in SSB Boot Camp 2026?
From Understanding SSB to Experiencing SSB
This is not just classroom-based SSB coaching.
The SSB boot camp combines orientation, practical exposure, mentor interaction and profile-based guidance
SCREENING
OIR • PP&DT • Story Writing • Narration • Group Discussion
PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology Orientation • Psychological Techniques • Practice Approach
GTO
GD • GPE • PGT • HGT • Lecturette • Command Task
PERSONAL INTERVIEW
PI Orientation • PIQ • Profile-Based Questions
PROFILE
Profile Mapping • PIQ Review • Improvement Areas
MENTOR GUIDANCE
Expert Interaction • Q&A • Practical SSB Preparation Tips
DAY 1 – UNDERSTAND THE SSB
Build Your Foundation for SSB Interview Preparation
Day 1 focuses on understanding the SSB process, Officer Like Qualities, Screening, Psychology and Personal Interview.
Reporting & Opening
Begin your SSB Boot Camp journey with an introduction to the programme and the activities ahead.
SSB Process & OLQs Orientation
Understand the complete SSB selection procedure and the Officer Like Qualities (OLQs) assessed during the selection process.
SSB Screening Orientation
Get familiar with the first stage of the SSB Screening Test through:
- OIR Test
- PP&DT
- Story Writing
- Story Narration
- Group Discussion
SSB Psychology Orientation & Masterclass
Understand the fundamentals of SSB Psychology Tests and learn how to approach psychological assessment during SSB.
SSB Personal Interview Orientation & Masterclass
Get practical insights into SSB Interview Questions, PIQ-based questions, Personal Interview preparation and interview strategy.
CPSS Lab Exposure – 2 Hours
Special exposure for Air Force Flying Branch Aspirants to understand the CPSS environment.
Fun & Team Building Activities
Build interaction, communication and teamwork in an informal and engaging environment.
DAY 2 – EXPERIENCE THE SSB
From SSB Theory to Practical Experience
Day 2 takes your SSB preparation beyond the classroom with practical exposure to GTO tasks, profile mapping, PIQ review and mentor interaction.
Reporting & GTO Briefing
Get introduced to the day’s GTO activities and understand the approach required during the tasks.
GTO Round 1
Experience key SSB GTO activities, including:
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Group Planning Exercise (GPE)
- Progressive Group Task (PGT)
- Half Group Task (HGT)
GTO Round 2
Continue your practical GTO exposure through:
- Lecturette
- Command Task
- Individual Activities
- Group Outdoor Activities
Profile Mapping
Understand your current profile and identify areas that require improvement in your SSB Interview Preparation.
Interactive Mentor Session
Get practical guidance and insights from experienced SSB mentors and ex-officers.
PIQ Form Review
Understand the importance of your Personal Information Questionnaire (PIQ) and how your personal profile connects with your SSB Interview.
Fun Activity & Campfire
Relax, interact and build stronger connections with fellow aspirants.
Group Photographs
Take home memories of your SSB Boot Camp experience.
SSB Q&A with Experienced Mentors
Ask your questions and get practical answers about SSB Preparation, Psychology, GTO and Personal Interview.
Closing & See-off
Conclude your two-day SSB experience with final guidance and takeaways.
MEET YOUR MENTORS
GET GUIDANCE FROM THE ELITE SSB Panel of Mentors & Ex-Officers
The right mentor can change the way you look at SSB.
At the Centurion SSB Boot Camp, aspirants get an opportunity to interact with experienced Interviewing Officers, GTOs, Psychology experts, ex-officers and defence leadership professionals.

Psychologist Shishir Dixit Sir
Chairman of Centurion Defence Academy, Author of Ranneeti Book

MAJ GEN A.K. Chaturvedi (Retd.) AVSM, VSM
Trained IO (DIPR), IO, CEPL

MAJ GEN Shammi Sabharwal (Retd.)
IO, SSB Mentor C.D.A. Dehradun

Col Rajesh Kumar Sharma (Retd.)
GTO, Ex GTO - Bhopal & Kapurthala

Gp Capt A Basu (Retd.)
Senior Interviewing Officer, Senior Mentor Centurion Lucknow & Dehradun Center

Col Psychologist P. Chakraborty (Retd.)
SSB Psychology Mentor - Centurion Defence Academy

Lt. Col Amit Srivastava (Retd.)
SM (Retd.) - Senior GTO Lucknow & Dehradun Centre

Lt. Col Aditya Budhiraja (Retd.)
SSB Psychology Mentor, Dehradun

Col Prem Kumar Mishra
IO, SSB Mentor & Senior Defence Leadership Expert

Dr. (Col) Ajay Bahadur (Retd.)
Medical Expert – CDA

Lt. Col Dr. Mukul Bajpai (Retd.)
Medical Expert – CDA

Lt. Col Dr. Alpana Gupta (Retd.)
Medical Expert – CDA

Lt. Kaveesh Gaindhar
SSB Mentor & Personality Development Coach
A SPECIAL GIFT FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT
TAKE YOUR SSB PREPARATION HOME WITH YOU
Every participant gets an exclusive complimentary copy of:
RANNEETI – SSB INTERVIEW GUIDE
Personally Signed by the Author — Shishir Dixit
A practical resource designed to support your SSB Interview Preparation.
Inside the Book
- 830+ Important OIR Questions
- SSB Centre Tips
- GPE & GT Examples
- Detailed Psychology Techniques
- Psychology Case Studies
- Multiple Psychology Practice Sets
- Preparation for Male, Female & Service Entry Candidates
- Comprehensive CPSS Test Procedure
- Mock Test for SSB Repeaters
LEARN. PRACTICE. IMPROVE.
WHO SHOULD JOIN THIS SSB BOOT CAMP 2026?
Designed for Defence Aspirants at Every Stage of Their SSB Journey
The Centurion SSB Boot Camp is suitable for:
NDA Aspirants
Get familiar with NDA SSB Preparation before appearing for your SSB.
CDS Aspirants
Strengthen your understanding of CDS SSB Interview Preparation.
AFCAT Aspirants
Understand the SSB process and get additional CPSS exposure for eligible Flying Branch aspirants.
TES & Other Officer Entry Aspirants
Get practical exposure before attending your SSB.
SSB Repeaters
Revisit the process, identify preparation gaps and get a fresh perspective from experienced SSB mentors.
First-Time SSB Candidates
If you have never experienced SSB before, this boot camp gives you a structured introduction to the process.
SSB BOOT CAMP IN LUCKNOW & DEHRADUN
LUCKNOW
19th – 20th September 2026
Join our SSB Boot Camp in Lucknow and experience two days of structured SSB training covering Psychology, GTO, Screening, Personal Interview and mentor guidance.
DEHRADUN
3rd – 4th October 2026
Experience our SSB Training in Dehradun with practical exposure to major SSB activities and guidance from experienced mentors.
SSB BOOT CAMP 2026 DETAILS
Details | Information |
Programme | 2-Day SSB Boot Camp |
SSB Boot Camp Fee (HOSTEL INCLUDED) | ₹2,999/- |
Hostel | Included |
Lucknow | 19th–20th September 2026 |
Dehradun | 3rd–4th October 2026 |
Registration Deadline | 14th September 2026 – Evening |
Seats | Limited |
WHY CHOOSE CENTURION DEFENCE ACADEMY?
More Than Coaching. A Complete Defence Preparation Ecosystem.
Since 2008, Centurion Defence Academy has been working towards helping defence aspirants move closer to their goal of becoming officers.
The approach goes beyond textbooks and written examinations.
Through SSB coaching, personality development, expert mentorship and practical training, aspirants get the opportunity to prepare for the challenges that come with the Armed Forces selection process.
The SSB Boot Camp brings this approach together in an intensive two-day experience.
UNDERSTAND THE SSB. EXPERIENCE THE PROCESS. PREPARE WITH CLARITY.
READY TO EXPERIENCE SSB?
YOUR SSB JOURNEY STARTS BEFORE YOU REACH THE SSB CENTRE.
Don’t walk into SSB wondering what will happen.
Understand it. Experience it. Prepare for it.
Join 2 DAYS SSB Boot Camp
SCREENING • PSYCHOLOGY • GTO • INTERVIEW • PIQ • PROFILE MAPPING • MENTOR GUIDANCE
- Lucknow | 19–20 September 2026
- Dehradun | 3–4 October 2026
@ ₹2,999/- | HOSTEL INCLUDED (LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE) – Register Now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is an SSB Boot Camp?
An SSB Boot Camp is an intensive short-term programme designed to help defence aspirants understand and experience important stages of the SSB selection process.
What does the Centurion SSB Boot Camp cover?
The boot camp covers SSB Screening, OIR, PP&DT, Psychology, GTO, Personal Interview, PIQ Form Review, Profile Mapping, CPSS exposure and mentor interaction.
What is the SSB Boot Camp fee?
The fee is ₹2,999/-, and hostel accommodation is included.
Where is the SSB Boot Camp conducted?
The boot camp is conducted in Lucknow and Dehradun.
When is the Lucknow SSB Boot Camp?
The Lucknow Boot Camp is scheduled for 19th–20th September 2026.
When is the Dehradun SSB Boot Camp?
The Dehradun Boot Camp is scheduled for 3rd–4th October 2026.
Is the boot camp useful for NDA aspirants?
Yes. NDA aspirants can use the programme to understand the NDA SSB process, experience key activities and get practical guidance before their SSB.
Is this SSB coaching suitable for CDS and AFCAT aspirants?
Yes. The programme is suitable for NDA, CDS, AFCAT, TES and other officer-entry aspirants.
Does the boot camp include SSB Psychology training?
Yes. The programme includes a dedicated SSB Psychology Orientation & Masterclass.
Does the boot camp include GTO training?
Yes. Participants get exposure to GD, GPE, PGT, HGT, Lecturette, Command Task and outdoor activities.
Is Personal Interview preparation included?
Yes. The programme includes a Personal Interview Orientation & Masterclass, PIQ Form Review and profile-related guidance.
Is CPSS included in the boot camp?
Yes. Two hours of CPSS Lab Exposure is provided for Air Force Flying Branch aspirants.
Is the SSB Boot Camp useful for repeaters?
Yes. SSB repeaters can revisit the process, identify gaps in their preparation and interact with experienced mentors.
Will participants receive study material?
Yes. Every participant receives a complimentary, personally signed copy of Ranneeti – SSB Interview Guide by Shishir Dixit.