Army Chief General Bipin Rawat attended the Passing Out Parade held at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) on Saturday. After reviewing the parade at the Chetwode drill square, General Rawat addressed the 67 foreign Gentlemen Cadets from 10 foreign countries and also led to the culmination of training of 423 Indian Gentlemen Cadets.
“I congratulate all 423 cadets who became a part of the Indian party and want to thanks the families and friends for sending their children to be a part of this. I hope these new members of the Indian Army will maintain the status and reputation of the Army and will make all of us proud,” General Rawat told media.
“Youth in Kashmir are being instigated by a misinformation campaign on social media”: Army Chief General Bipin Rawat
74 cadets pass out belonging from Uttar Pradesh
40 cadets pass out from Uttarakhand
The security arrangements in the city and at areas in close proximity to the IMA campus were tightened keeping in view the passing-out parade.
The Academy is located in the foothills of the Himalayas, about 8 km west of Dehradun in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. The campus is on National Highway 72, which separates the North and South Campus. Built in 1930, the Chetwode Hall on the Drill Square houses the administrative headquarters of the IMA and is also the hub of academic training.
Dear SSB Aspirants, I am Niteen Rai, sharing my experience on how I cleared my SSB Interview in my 3rd and final attempt and got “RECOMMENDED” for IMA 143 rd course from Bangalore Centre.
Firstly, I studied SSBCrack.com website. The ‘Success Stories’ on this site gave me adequate inputs of various Successful Candidates’ experiences in SSB. The website also gives important information on various tests and reference material, which I found extremely useful. This helped me to start my preparation early. My earlier attempts at NDA and last attempt at UES in 2015 were failures. I was every time getting ‘conference out’. I was disappointed.
When I was left with my last attempt at CDSE for IMA, I started preparation as per tests given in some books. I did real time practices of Intelligence and Reasoning Tests, TAT, WAT, SRT. I also formed a group of like-minded friends to practice these tests, revise GD, Lecturettes and discuss current affairs topics.
Despite my hard work, I was somehow not very clear on finer points of Psych, GTO, and Interview. I also could not decide whether I should join TCS trivandrum ( for which I was short listed) or try all out for SSB; as the dates were getting clashed. Then, I met Brigadier (retd) Harish Chande in Nashik, Maharashtra. He was ex President of SSB, Director Recruiting and Sr GTO. He gave me scientific tips in all the three techniques, GK notes, shaped my communication skills, attitude and psych corrections and a focussed guidance for preparation. He also improved my overall personality. He motivated me ‘to do it’ finally and advised me to be natural and avoid over smartness, over excitement, over confidence and “Chalta Hai ” approach; which would take me nowhere. Finally, I made it to the ‘Recommendation’. If someone wants, Brig Chande sir can be consulted at 9272225698. I also wish to thank ssbcrack.com, my friends and my parents for my success.
Some tips from my SSB which I wish to share are:- First day screening in. I was natural in my Perception, wrote good action oriented story and took part in Discussion. Got screened in. In Phych Tests I was natural with no Preconceived Stories or Associations or Reactions in TAT, WAT, SRT and no second thoughts. One needs to prepare well in advance for SD. In GTO, I was performing in all the tasks as per guidance and tips received from Sir. It started good from GD, GPE and ended well. I did very good on Individual Obstacles and on command task, which I enjoyed the most. In Interview, which lasted for 45 min, I was speaking as per questions asked and concentrated on my thoughts well. Good preparation of GK and awareness of technology in Army etc helped me a lot. Routine physical fitness, especially running saw me clearing the medical board. Friends, I am very happy and now waiting for merit list. I am positive to go through. “God Helps those who help Themselves”.
The Army on Friday foiled another infiltration bid near the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district, killing at least five heavily armed terrorists. A high alert has also been sounded along the LoC.
“Soldiers deployed along LoC in Uri detected a movement of terrorists trying to sneak into this side (at Uri sector in Baramulla district) from across border this afternoon,” Srinagar-based Army spokesperson Rajesh Kalia said, adding, “Army men fired on terrorists, who returned the fire from automatic weapons.”
He also said intense combing operation is underway in the area since yesterday.
This is the third infiltration attempt by terrorists in last 24 hours and the seventh such along the LoC in less than a fortnight in north Kashmir. Three of the attempts were scuttled in Uri sector alone.
#JKOps Major infiltration bid eliminated in Uri Sector, Kashmir. 5 armed intruders eliminated so far. Operation in progress @adgpi
Many candidates who have written the NDA 1 2017 on 23rd April 2017 are waiting for the written exam results of NDA 1 2017 now. We have received few emails where candidates are asking when UPSC is going to publish the result of NDA 1 2017. The result of the written part of the Examination is likely to be declared in the month of July 2017. All the candidates who have successfully qualified in the written exam are required to register themselves online on the Indian Army Recruiting website joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the announcement of written result. The successful candidates would then be allotted Selection Centres and dates of SSB interview which shall be communicated on the registered email ID. Any candidate who has already registered earlier on the site will not be required to do so. In case of any query / Login problem, e-mail be forwarded to [email protected].
All candidates called for interview must carry their original matriculation certificate or equivalent examination certificate to the services selection board (ssb). Originals will have to be produced by the candidates who qualify at the ssb interview soon after the interview. The originals will be returned after verification. Those candidates who have already passed 10+2 examination must carry their original 10+2 pass certificate or marks sheet for the ssb interview.
Candidates appearing for SSB interview for the first time for a particular type of Commission i.e. Permanent or Short Service, shall be entitled to AC III Tier to and fro railway fare or bus fare including reservation cum sleeper charges within the Indian limits. Candidates who apply again for the same type of Commission will not be entitled to traveling allowance on any subsequent occasion.
Candidates are required to report for SSB interview on the date intimated to them in the call-up letter for interview. Requests for postponing interview will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and that too if it is administratively convenient for which Army Headquarters will be the sole deciding authority.
NDA 1 2017 SSB interview for the candidates qualified in the written examination will be held during the months of September 2017 to October 2017 or as suitable to Recruiting Directorate. For all queries regarding Merit list, joining instructions and any other relevant information regarding the selection process, please visit our website joinindianarmy.nic.in.
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NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY & NAVAL ACADEMY EXAMINATION (II), 2017. Candidates who want to join Indian army, navy, and air force after 12th can apply for NDA 2 2017 exam now. This is a great opportunity for the aspirants to join the armed forces as an officer. Candidates who are looking forward to more details related to NDA 2 2017 exam can read them below.
The candidates applying for the examination should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility conditions for admission to the Examination. Their admission at all the stages of the examination will be purely provisional subject to satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions.
HOW TO APPLY Candidates are required to apply online by using the website upsconline.nic.in Brief instructions for filling up the online Application Form have been given in the Appendix-II. Detailed instructions are available on the above-mentioned website.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: The Online Applications can be filled up to 30th June 2017 till 6.00 PM.
The eligible candidates shall be issued an e-Admit Card three weeks before the commencement of the examination. The e-Admit Card will be made available on the UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) for being downloaded by candidates. No Admit Card will be sent by post. All the applicants are required to provide valid & active e-mail id while filling up online application form as the Commission may use electronic mode for contacting them.
PENALITY FOR WRONG ANSWERS: Candidates should note that there will be penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the Objective Type Question Papers.
The approximate number of vacancies to be filled on the results of this examination will be as under — National Defence Academy: 335 (208 for Army, 55 for Navy and 72 for Air Force) Naval Academy: 55 (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) Total: 390
NDA 2 2017 Important Details
Exam Date: An Examination will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission on 10th September 2017 for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 140th Course, and for the 102nd Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from 2nd July, 2018.
Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status: Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 02nd January, 1999 and not later than 1st January, 2002 are eligible.
Educational Qualifications: (i) For Army Wing of National Defence Academy :—12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. (ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy:—12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics 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.
THE RESULT OF THE WRITTEN PART OF THE EXAMINATION IS LIKELY TO BE DECLARED IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER, 2017.
Online applications are invited for the courses commencing in July 2018 for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch and Permanent Commission (PC) / Short Service Commission (SSC) in Ground Duty (Technical) and Ground Duty (Non-technical) Branches.
Candidates who are applying for Indian Air Force through AFCAT entry can check the important details like Age Limit, Cut Off marks and exam date. AFCAT age limit will be different for different branches and so the cutoff marks.
AFCAT 2017 Age Limit, Cut Off Marks, Exam Date
Flying
Graduates with minimum three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent
BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Candidates should have mandatorily passed with a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level.
Ground Duty (Technical)
Candidates with a minimum of 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognised University OR Cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India or Graduate membership examination of the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aa) Communication Engineering (ab) Computer Engineering/Technology (ac) Computer Engineering & Application (ad) Computer Science and Engineering/Technology (ae) Electrical and Computer Engineering (af) Electrical and Electronics Engineering (ag) Electrical Engineering (ah) Electronics Engineering/Technology (aj) Electronics Science and Engineering (ak) Electronics (al) Electronics and Communication Engineering (am) Electronics and Computer Science (an) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (ao) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave) (ap) Electronics and Computer Engineering (aq) Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering (ar) Electronics Instrument & Control (as) Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering (at) Instrumentation & Control Engineering (au) Instrument & Control Engineering (av) Information Technology.
Candidates with a minimum of 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from recognised University OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aa) Aerospace Engineering (ab) Aeronautical Engineering (ac) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (ad) Mechanical Engineering (ae) Mechanical Engineering and Automation (af) Mechanical Engineering (Production) (ag) Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance) (ah) Mechatronics (aj) Industrial Engineering.
Administration Graduate Degree (Minimum three years degree course) in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Logistics Graduate Degree (Minimum three years degree course) in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Accounts B. Com. degree (Minimum three years degree course) from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Education MBA / MCA or MA / M Sc degree in English / Physics / Mathematics / Chemistry / Statistics / International relations / International Studies / Defence Studies / Psychology / Computer Science / IT /Management / Mass Communication / Journalism / Public Relation with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate all papers put together in Post Graduation (Minimum two years programme) and 60% marks in graduation (both recognised by UGC / Competent Accreditation Authority).
AFCAT 2 2017 Exam Date : 27 August 2017 (Sunday)
AFCAT 2017 Age Limit
Flying
20 to 24 years as on 01 Jul 2018 i.e. born between 02 Jul 1994 to 01 Jul 1998. (both dates inclusive). Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 years i.e. born between 02 Jul 1992 to 01 Jul 1998 (both dates inclusive).
Ground Duty (Technical)
20 to 26 years as on 01 Jul 2018 i.e. born between 02 Jul 1992 to 01 Jul 1998 (both dates inclusive).
Ground Duty (Nontechnical)
20 to 26 years as on 01 Jul 2018 i.e. born between 02 Jul 1992 to 01 Jul 1998 (both dates inclusive).
Today a brave Indian army soldier Major David Manlun martyred while leading his team to hunt down the militants in Nagaland. Major David Manlun a young Indian army officer made the supreme sacrifice for the nation and going to inspire lots of youngsters to join the Indian armed forces. We all salute Major David for protecting us till his last breath and to motivate the future warriors. Here are few inspiring facts about Major David Manlun which are surely going to inspire your more.
5 Inspiring Facts About Major David Manlun
Major David Manlun close friends say he was determined to become an Indian army officer since long, he worked very hard to achieve his goal. He was one of the very few in his hometown to become a commissioned officer in the Indian army.
Maj Manlun hailed from Churachandpur district in Manipur. His father, subedar (retired) Khamzalam, served in the Assam Regiment. Maj Manlun was a student of St Anthony’s School in Shillong, Meghalaya. He followed the footsteps of his father to join the Indian army. Major David Manlun was from 2 NAGA battalion, he was posted with 164 Territorial Army.
Major David Manlun was about to join the National Security Guard NSG Commando.
The encounter took place at around 12.30 am when a combined team of the Para commandos and the Naga Territorial Army combed an area close to Lapa Lempong after receiving reports about the movement of a group of militants belonging to the Paresh Baruah faction of ULFA and SS Khaplang faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K). As per the sources, during the action, he was leading his men from the front. He took the first bullet to save his men under his command.
Major David Manlun killed 4 ULFA militants before making the supreme sacrifice, we salute to the courage of the brave young officer.
INDIAN NAVY 10+2 (B.TECH) CADET ENTRY SCHEME (PERMANENT COMMISSION) COURSE COMMENCING – JAN 2018. Applications are invited from UNMARRIED MALE CANDIDATES (fulfilling the conditions of nationality as laid down by the Govt of India) to join the prestigious Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala for a four years degree course under the 10+2 (B Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme.
ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS
Age – Born between 02 Jul 1998 & 01 Jan 2001 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification – Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 Pattern) or its equivalent examinations from any Board with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English (either in Class X or Class XII).
Who can apply – Candidates who have appeared for JEE (Main) 2017 exam. Call up for Service Selection Board (SSB) will be issued on basis of JEE (Main) 2017 All India Rank.
Physical Standards
Height and Weight – Minimum height – 157 cms with correlated weight as per age.
Eye Sight – The minimum acceptable vision standards for distant vision is 6/6, 6/9 correctable to 6/6, 6/6 with glasses. Should not be colour/night blind.
Tattoo – Permanent body tattoos are not permitted on any part of the body, however, certain concessions are permitted to candidates belonging to tribal communities/from tribal areas as declared by the Government of India. For other candidates permanent body tattoos are only permitted on inner face of forearms i.e. from inside of elbow to wrist and on the reverse side of palm/back (dorsal) side of hand. Details in this regard are available on the naval recruitment website: www. joinindiannavy.gov.in
Cost to Company (CTC)– The CTC for a sub Lieutenant would be approximately Rs. 72,444/- to Rs. 81,700/- per month. This includes Basic Pay, DA, Grade Pay, Military Service Pay, House Rent Allowance and Transport allowance. These rates are being revised as per 7th CPC.
Indian Navy Cadets
NAVY 10+2 (B.TECH) SELECTION PROCEDURE
IHQ of MoD reserves the right to fix cut off for shortlisting the application for SSB based on JEE (Main) All India Rank- 2017. No communication will be entertained on this account. SSB interviews for short listed candidates will be scheduled at Bangalore/ Bhopal/ Coimbatore/ Visakhapatnam from Jul – Oct 17.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about their selection for SSB interview on their E-mail or through SMS as provided by candidate in their application form.
SSB interview will be conducted in two Stages. Stage I test consists of Intelligence test, Picture Perception test and Group Discussion. Candidates who fail to qualify in Stage I will be routed back on the same day. Stage II test comprises Psychological testing, Group testing and Interview which will last for 04 days. Successful candidates will thereafter undergo Medical Examination (approx duration 03-05 days).
Change of SSB venue for interview is not permissible.
Any correspondence regarding change of SSB date is to be addressed to the Call up Officer of the concerned SSB. Award of fresh dates for SSB would be subject to availability off batches/slots.
No compensation will be paid in respect of any injury sustained as a result of tests.
Return 3rd AC rail fare is admissible for the SSB interview, if appearing for the first time for this Commission on production of tickets. Candidates will carry photo copy of the first page of bank passbook or cheque leaf where the name, account No. and IFS Code details are mentioned while appearing for SSB.
Candidates are to register and fill application on the recruitment website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. The candidates are to apply from 05 Jun 17 to 25 Jun 17. The procedure for applying online is explained in the notification.
Online (e-application):- Whilst filling up the e-application, it is advisable to keep the relevant documents readily available to enable correct filling up of personal particulars.
Note: (a). Details are to be filled up as given in the Matriculation Certificate/12th certificate. (b) Fields such as e-mail address, mobile number is mandatory fields. (c) All relevant documents (preferably in original) Date of birth proof (as per 10th/12th certificates), 10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, JEE (Main ) 2017 scorecard (indicating All India Rank) and a recent size colour photograph should be scanned and uploaded in PDF form. (d) If any scanned document is not legible/ readable for any reason, the application will be rejected. (e) Print one copy of online application form and carry it along with original certificates/documents as mentioned in para 23 note (c) while appearing for SSB interview.
The training is scheduled to commence in Jan 2018. Candidates recommended by the SSBs and declared medically fit, will be selected for training in Indian Naval Academy Ezhimala, Kerala based on All India Merit and on the number of vacancies. All India Merit will be prepared as per SSB marks. Selected Candidates will be inducted as Cadets for four year B. Tech course in applied Electronics & Communication Engineering (for Executive Branch), Mechanical Engineering (for Engineering Branch including Naval Architect specialisation) or Electronics & Communication Engineering (for Electrical Branch) as per Naval requirements. On completion of the course, B. Tech Degree will be awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Being a defence aspirant and a diehard fan of SSBCRACK, I am feeling immensely happy sharing my success story here. For the past few years I have read and felt inspired from the success stories of various other successful aspirants.
So now a bit about myself, I am Chaitanya Singh Bagoria and I come from Gurugram and have done my graduation (Bsc.Biotech) in 2017. I appeared for CDS (2)2016 last October and cleared it for OTA. Now the real challenge, the eternally feared SSB. My SSB was scheduled in Allahabad on 19th May. Now I’d heard a lot about Allahabad being the REJECTION CENTER and naturally was, a bit anxious about what would happen.
I started working on establishing a daily routine to make myself organized as soon as I got my SSB dates. This included getting up at 0500hrs, going for a jog and some bodyweight exercises, followed by meditation and then my daily chores. I had always had a problem when it came to time management and punctuality. So, I consciously started making efforts to be better at it. Now being a fresher, I had no idea about what tests were part of the SSB, so I bought the book “Let’s CRACK SSB INTERVIEW” and it helped me a lot with understanding the SSB in its entirety and especially the psych tests.
Even after I went through the book twice, I felt something was missing and upon recommendation by various other aspirants, I went ahead and purchased Cdr.Natarajan’s video course on SSB. This helped me in two ways:
I could watch the videos according to my own schedule as there was no hassle of fixed timings.
Despite watching the recorded videos, I felt totally involved because of the wonderful way Sir had explained everything.
Now coming over to my SSB:
19th May (D-Day)
I reported at the MCO at Allahabad railway station at around 1300hrs. There were around 20 candidates already waiting there and I engaged in small talk to get to know about them. At around 1400hrs we were asked to put our luggage in a truck and get into the bus. I got into the truck and helped everyone load their luggage up and by the time I was out, I was drenched in sweat; although I felt happy after helping everyone.
After about 15 minutes , we reached SELECTION CENTER EAST. Post a bit of rest, we were asked to get our documents verified and were then issued chest numbers and a board – 18 SSB. I was initially given chest number 5 but there was some problem in my documents. After resolving the issue, I was given chest number 35. We were then given a welcome address by one of the GTOs of our board and his address filled me up with “josh “and instant energy. There were 37 of us and then we went to our Candidates’ Lines. We had dinner and then talked on until 0200hrs.
20th May (D+1)
We had our OIR and PP&DT on 20th may and were asked to report at 0600hrs. One of the officers came and briefed us about the test and wished us all good luck. The OIR was quite easy and in both the booklets, I did 47-48. After a short break we were shown a picture and asked to write a story. The picture showed a girl sitting on a chair with her back towards us, facing a cabinet like structure. I perceived it as a piano and wrote a story about an 18 year old girl who aspired to be world class pianist and despite many hardships, made it through.
We were divided into 2 groups of 18-19 people and were further divided into 4 sub groups of roughly 10 each. As soon as we were done narrating our stories, I initiated the GD. We quickly agreed to a common story and the GTO the asked everyone to go to the conference hall and wait for results. After about 1 hour, the results were announced and 24 of us were screened and given new chest numbers. My new chest number was 7 and my dad said it’s a lucky number, so I was happy. Unlike the previous night, I slept early as our GTO had told us that a well slept mind was the key to doing well in psych.
21st May (D+2)
Our psych test started at 0800hrs and mine went fine. I had done all 13 in TAT, 60 in WAT and 45 in SRT. I think I could have done better in my SRT had I been a little faster. My SDT was good and after a tea break, we were asked to wait for further instructions. After about an hour we were informed that the first 10 candidates will be having their interview on the same day. This brought mixed feelings of excitement and anxiousness to me. The average that the interview went on for most of us, was around 25-30 minutes. So, after waiting for 3 hours, my chest number flashed on the LED screen and I went to the washroom, looked at myself in the mirror and flashed a smile and said “you’re the man”.
My interview began with a question about why gurgaon was renamed as gurugram and the historical significance. After that, my IO asked about my education, family, friends, interests and hobbies and future prospects. Then he asked me the question I was expecting, why Short Service Commission? I said, “Sir I want to serve a permanent commission but want to go through OTA as my dad went through the same academy and it would be like continuing the legacy”.
Then I was asked if my sister chose a suitor for herself and was adamant on marrying him, but my parents opposed them what would I do. I said I would support my sister and convince my parents because, two people who have thought of taking such a huge step must be having good compatibility and hence had higher chances of successful marriage. Whereas someone whom my parents would select for my sister, may or may not have a good compatibility with her, hence leaving the success of the marriage to fate.
Then the IO asked me about 2 Indian and 2 international current affairs and I listed GST, M777 howitzer and French Prez elections, North Korea.
He then wished me well for the rest of the tests and then I took his leave.
22nd May(D+3)
The GTO day began with a bit of jogging with my group to get ourselves warmed up and our first task was GPE(group planning exercise). GPE was an interesting task and while writing my solutions down, I made 2 lists; first under which I mentioned the situations in decreasing priority level and second, under which I mentioned available resources. The common way out was quickly agreed upon by our group members without any shouting etc.
After the GPE, we were briefed about PGT(progressive group task) and asked to start whenever ready. It was a bit challenging and I gave 2-3 ideas and here also, more or less it was peaceful.
We were then given a break of 10 minutes to get ready for snake race. The snake race was my favorite part, we had chosen “har har mahadev” as our battle cry, and our group won the race without any injuries to anyone. The GTO then gave us a final pep talk and wished us luck for the next day.
23rd May(D+4)
It had rained the previous night so; the weather was really wonderful with a cool breeze blowing. We reported at the testing grounds in a fresh mood and warmed up muscles. The first task of the day was Individual obstacle and the GTO instructed us to shout the name of our favorite actress on the commando walk. Being a regular exercise person, I was very confident about this. I did all 10 and repeated 4 obstacles within the stipulated time and this lifted my spirits even more.
This was followed by our Command Task, and out of 8 people in my group; 3 called me as subordinate. When my turn came, I was briefed by the GTO and he also talked a bit about my life, hobbies etc. As soon as I completed my first task, the GTO asked me to move onto another set and then another. We completed all of them successfully and thanked my subordinates.
The FGT( full group task) was a simple task and we got done with it in less than 5 minutes with almost everyone actively participating in it.
24th May(D+5)
The conference day started with a closing address by one of the testing officers. Thereafter, we were asked to wait for our chest number to flash on the screen and then go into the conference hall. As soon as my chest number flashed, I went in with a smile on my face and wished the president. Before I could have had a look at the 12+ officers seated in the room , my IO asked me about how well I had done in all 3 assessment techniques. I told him that my best was my GTO and not so good was my Psych. He then asked me to tell 5 uses of a drinking glass. I listed the following:
It could be used to drink water
It could be used to plant a sapling
It could be used to amplify volume of mobile phone by placing the phone in it.
It could be used as a DJ light, by putting in it colored glass beads and a light bulb.
It could be used as a pen stand.
He then asked for suggestions to the board , to which I said that the board is giving us the best possible facilities. At the end he asked me if the hundreds of mosquitoes in our barracks bothered me, I said “the mosquitoes add to the charm, sir”.
He then wished me luck and afterwards we went to a hall to wait for results. After about half an hour, the results were declared and 2 of us got recommended. I felt elated but also was feeling sad because some new friends would now be leaving.
With god’s grace my medicals are also over and I have been declared fit. Looking forward to joining the academy in October.
To all those who are going to face their SSB or any other challenge in life, I want to quote my idol, Guru Gobind Singh ji-
Breaking the gender barrier, the Indian Army is all pumped up to start recruiting women for several combat positions in its cadres. Speaking about the same Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said that the process to allow women in combat roles which is currently the domain of men, is moving rapidly and initially women will be recruited for positions in military police.
Giving out further details of the move, Rawat said, “I am looking at women coming as jawans. I am going to start it soon. Firstly, we will start with women as military police jawans.” As off now, only a few countries have allowed women in such aggressive combat domains.
Rawat said women will have to show grit and strength in taking up challenges in combat role and shattering the glass ceiling.
Very few countries, including Germany, Australia, Canada, the US, Britain, Denmark, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden and Israel, have allowed women in combat roles.
Creating history, the Indian Air Force, last year had inducted three women as fighter pilots, less than a year after the government decided to open the fighter stream for women on an experimental basis.
