The 5 Air Force Selection Board (5 AFSB) is one of the key boards under the Indian Air Force responsible for conducting Services Selection Board (SSB) interviews. These interviews assess candidates aspiring to become commissioned officers through various entry schemes such as NDA, CDS, and AFCAT. The 5 AFSB evaluates candidates on multiple parameters including psychological aptitude, group tasks, and personal interviews.
The new location is at the Main Gate, 5 AFSB, near Krishna Mandir in Agshia Village, Palasbari Road, Guwahati, Assam – 781128. The nearest railway station is Kamakhya, which is approximately 15 kilometers away and can be reached by taxi or auto from AFSB. The nearest airport is Guwahati Airport, located about 8 kilometers from AFSB and accessible by taxi or auto. The ISBT Guwahati bus stand is around 20 kilometers from AFSB, also reachable by taxi or auto.
