In the next few months, SSB interviews will be held at various selection centers across India. The SSB interview plays an important role in the selection of suitable candidates for officer cadre roles in the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, and Navy). After the completion of the NDA 1 2024 and CDS 1 2024 exams, the next phase involves the SSB interview. It takes place under the direction and supervision of the Services Selection Board, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. A candidate becomes eligible to join the Indian Armed Forces as an officer only after receiving a recommendation from the SSB. Hence, it is essential to clear the 5-day-long SSB interview process and get a recommendation if you truly wish to join the officer cadre. In this blog, we will discuss some important tips for SSB interviews in 2024. These tips will help you learn how to give your best in various stages of SSB, such as screening, psych, GTO and the personal interview. Read on to learn more about SSB interview tips for 2024.

Practice is the key

There is no other way to improve your SSB preparation than practice. Practice is the key to receiving a recommendation from SSB in 2024. If you are not practicing enough and paying attention to other aspects, it will be hard for you to earn a recommendation. There are a number of tests included in the SSB interview process; all these tests and assessments take 5 days to complete. Hence, practice is very necessary to boost your confidence, hone your skills, and improve your knowledge and other officer-like qualities. Before practice, it is important to understand the process first. So, below we have given a detailed picture of the whole SSB interview process for 2024.

Trust the process

The SSB interview is a 5-day-long process, and in these five days, various assessments and tests take place to evaluate the personality of candidates. There are two stages in SSB. Stage 1 is all about screening tests, in which OIR and PP&DT are included. In stage 2, there are many other tests such as psychological assessments, GTO tasks, personal interview, and conference. After the completion of all these processes, the board declares the result. The point to note here is that if a candidate fails to clear stage 1 of SSB, which is the screening part, then he or she will not be eligible to participate in the further rounds of stage 2. Hence, clearing the screening part is a must. Let us see the detailed procedure of the SSB interview 2024.

In screening, OIR refers to Officer Intelligence Rating. Based on the performance of a candidate in this test, an OIR value is assigned to him or her. This OIR value influences his or her chances of receiving a recommendation. Further, no test in SSB is easy; hence equal attention should be given to each. In GTO tasks, there are various outdoor and indoor as well as individual and group obstacles. These tests evaluate a candidate’s physical fitness, mental toughness, group coordination, stamina, decision-making, confidence level, and many other qualities that should be present in an officer. The conference round happens on the last day, where all the assessors sit together and, one by one, each candidate goes to interact with them for a very short duration; sometimes it might stretch. After this, the result is announced.

Involve in the process

With regard to SSB interview preparation, there is a famous quote by Sir Shishir Dixit, the Founder-Director and Expert Faculty (Defence Exams & SSB Interview) at Centurion Defence Academy. He says, “Trust the process and get involved in the process.” Sir Shishir Dixit says that for success in SSB, you need to trust the process set by the Services Selection Board. This involves believing in the various stages, tests and evaluations. You should neither doubt nor underestimate any test or tasks in the SSB interview process. Trust each step of the process. Without trust, you can’t fully involve yourself or devote your full effort. Actively participate in each stage with full dedication. When you believe in the process, it helps you engage completely and work hard to achieve your goal.

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Best Coaching for SSB Interview 2024

Have you recently cleared your NDA 1 2024 written exam or CDS 1 2024 written exam? Are you looking for the right guidance to prepare for the SSB interview for these exams? Centurion Defence Academy has launched a comprehensive SSB interview course for NDA 1 2024 and CDS 1 2024 exams. In this course, you will receive complete guidance for all aspects of the SSB interview, including exposure to India’s largest GTO ground with 165+ obstacles. At Centurion, you receive training and guidance by DIPR-trained assessors who have rich experience in their respective areas of SSB. Join Centurion Defence Academy and fulfill your dream of becoming an officer in the Indian Armed Forces.

As we have discussed above, practice is the key to receiving a recommendation from SSB. For effective practice, you need the right atmosphere and mentorship. Centurion Defence Academy provides the best coaching for SSB interview preparation. Whether you are lacking in screening tests, weak in psychological assessments, have no idea about GTO tasks, or want exposure to SSB mock interviews, Centurion has everything available to ensure your recommendation. For more details about our 21-day SSB interview course, just call +91 9795977776.

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