Do Subject Backlog Create Problem In SSB Interview

Most of the candidates are asking whether or not subject backlogs create problem during SSB Interview, also whether a candidate eligible or not for SSB Interview if he/she has a backlog. Again, this may or may not create problem depends on the type of entry you are applying or attending.

Subject Backlog Vs SSB Interview – UPDATED IN JUNE 2018

1. CDS Exam and Backlogs: Candidates who are studying in the final year/semester Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply provided candidate should not have any present backlog up to the last semester/year for which results have been declared upto the time of submission of application and they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination at the time of commencement of course to reach the IHQ of MoD (Army).
2. AFCAT Exam: Candidates who are studying in the final year/ semester Degree course and are yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply provided candidate should not have any present backlog and should have secured a minimum of 60% marks up to the last semester/ year for which results have been declared up to the time of submission of application.
3. NDA Exam: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. Candidates who are appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination. You need to clear 12th class to join the NDA. You can appear for the SSB interview while studying in 12th or after passing the 12th class.
4. SSC Tech Entry Indian Army: As per the last SSC Tech 50 and 21 notification, there is nothing mentioned about the backlogs, so if you are eligible, you can apply and attend the SSB interview with an active backlog. 
5. NCC Special Entry: As per the last NCC Special Entry -44  notification, there is no details related to backlogs, so if you are eligible based on other criteria, you can apply and attend the SSB interview with an active backlog. 
6. JAG Entry: In case of Judge Advocate General Entry, there is nothing mentioned related to the backlogs, one must have all the documents while attending the SSB interview.
7. TES Entry: Candidates must have around 80-85% in PCM, so candidates who have cleared the 12th can apply for this entry.
8. Indian Navy Executive/ Technical Branch: Shortlisting is based on a fixed cutoff, the last notification doesn’t mention anything related to the backlog.