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Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015, 207 Flight Cadets Including 46 Women As Flying Officers

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Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015, 207 Flight Cadets Including 46 Women As Flying Officers. The amber sky dawned sagely over Air Force Academy to witness the grand Combined Graduation Parade, which marked the momentous occasion of the passing out of 207 Flight Cadets as Flying Officers including 43 women officers to join the crème-de-la-crème of the IAF, to carry forward the espoused legacy and the core values of ‘Mission, Integrity, Excellence’ with élan.
This solemn event was graced by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha PVSM AVSM VM ADC, as the Reviewing Officer. He conferred the President’s Commission to the Flight Cadets who have successfully completed their basic and professional training at Air Force Academy, Air Force Station Hakimpet, Air Force Station Begumpet, Air Force Station Yelahanka and Air Force Administrative College (Coimbatore). This training phase culminated in a grand ceremony with a scintillating Combined Graduation Parade on the tarmac facing the Sekhon Block at the Air Force Academy. The newly commissioned officer will join in their respective fields in Flying, Navigation and Ground duty branches.
The Reviewing Officer was accorded a salute by the parade followed by an impressive March Past. Thehighpoint of the parade was the ‘Pipping ceremony’. The Flight Cadets were awarded their stripes by the Reviewing Officer, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command and Commandant, Air Force Academy. They were then administered the oath by the Commandant of the Academy in the presence of the Chief Guest and other dignitaries.

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha presenting the Sword of Honor for standing first in overall order of merit to Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha presenting the Sword of Honor for standing first in overall order of merit to Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha reviewing the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha reviewing the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha gave away various awards to the flying officers who have excelled in training. Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar from the Flying Branch was awarded President’s Plaque and the Chief of the Air Staff Sword of Honour for standing first in Overall Merit in Pilot Course. Flying Officer Saurabh Sharma and Flying Officer Shivaank Rana were awarded President’s Plaque for being first in Overall Merit in Navigation and Ground Duty branch respectively.
Addressing the cadets, the Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha complimented the Flying Officers for the exceptional standard of parade. Articulating India’s need and priorities in the emerging international scenario, he reiterated the important role of the Armed Forces. In this context IAF, as a reckonable aerospace power, would permeate the national security apparatus more intrinsically, given India’s significantly enhanced stature and responsibilities. He stated that, while there is an urgent need to leverage technologies and systems, it is also imperative that these are converted into ‘capabilities’ by people. He stressed on the need that the IAF should aim for greater specialisation and tailored capabilities amongst its men and women, as it absorbs newer and more advanced technologies.
Earlier, the Reviewing Officer was received at the venue by Air Marshal Ramesh Rai, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command and Air Marshal GP Singh VM, Commandant, Air Force Academy.
The parade was culminated with the newly commissioned officers marching-out from behind the fort wall, in slow march to the poignant notes of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ acknowledging the first salute given them by their immediate juniors.

Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015 Pictures

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The large gathering of military and civil dignitaries along with the family members and friends of the graduating Flight Cadets were held spellbound throughout the impressive parade. The grand Graduation Parade culminated with awesome display by the fiery aerobatic display by the PC 7 MK II (the aircraft currently used in AFA to train pilots) and the Sarang Helicopter team display.
The combined graduation Parade is a portentous day heralding the birth of another generating of fine Officers in the IAF. The Flight Cadets undergo professional and advanced training and finally pass-out together from the portals of the majestic “Sekhon” Block of Air Force Academy. The graduating Flight Cadets marched-in onto the tarmac with impeccable turnout and impressive drill movements, demonstrating the conviction and commitment that they hold.
Subsequently, a specially chosen group of Flight Cadets brought-in the ‘President’s Colours’ of the Academy. The President’s Colours is a symbol of excellence, awarded to the Academy in 1975 as a tribute to the dedication and worthy contribution, both during peace and war; it marks and depicts the hard work, valor and sacrifice of all the personnel posted to the Academy.
The Air Force Academy is the premier training establishment of IAF. It is veritably the ‘Cradle of Inspired Leadership’, as it undertakes the onerous task of transforming civilians to Air Warriors and creating an elite cadre of Officers.

Source: ibnlive.com

Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra

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Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra

Shaurya Chakra winner (Soldier) Kapil Dev born on 1st of November, 1984 at Sangrah. His father Gopal Singh is a Farmer and mother Kamla Devi is housewife. Paratrooper Kapil Dev is 1st Shaurya Chakra winner/national awarded soldier of Sangrah Town/Area. Kapil joined Parachute Regiment of Indian Army on 23rd of September, 2002 as a soldier and in 2010 his Regiment/Company 1st Battalion was shifted to Jammu-Kashmir.

Paratrooper Kapil Dev was part of assault team which had been Heli dropped to carry out Search and Destroy operation in general area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir. While carrying out deliberate search, at 06:30 AM 0n 31st May, 2010 Paratrooper Kapil Dev came under indiscriminate Fire from Terrorists hiding in dense undergrowth. Exhibiting remarkable initiative and outstanding field craft, Paratrooper Kapil Dev crawled forward and killed one Terrorist at close range. He instantly drew heavy automatic fire another Terrorist and sustained Gun shot wound in his left thigh. Profusely bleeding but undeterred, he changed his position, lobbed Grenades and killed him in a fierce hand to hand fight. Kapil Dev displayed exceptional valour, unmindful of his personal safety and heroic initiative beyond call of duty while fighting the Terrorists.Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra
According to sources/media in close cross firing/encounter/ hand to hand fight 4 (Pa Sported) militants were killed. Three Paratroopers of his Regiment admitted him to Military Hospital with the help of Helicopter. After a period of six months he get wall/fit for army and rejoined 1st Battalion Parachute Regiment. On 18th 0f April, 2011 he was awarded by President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan (Delhi).
The Shaurya Chakra is an Indian military decoration awarded for valour, courageous action or self-sacrifice while not engaged in direct action with the enemy. It may be awarded to civilians as well as military personnel, sometimes posthumously. It is the peacetime equivalent of the Vir Chakra. It is generally awarded for Counter-Insurgency operations and actions against the enemy during peace-time.

Indian Naval Academy To Augment Intake Of Cadets, Will Surpass The 1500 Mark

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Indian Naval Academy

Indian Naval Academy To Augment Intake Of Cadets, Will Surpass The 1500 Mark. The Indian Naval Academy (INA), one of the top-notch training wings of Indian Navy situated in Ezhimala (Kannur district, Kerala), is pacing ahead to augment its intake of cadets. In an interview to OneIndia during the Passing out Parade held recently, Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar P, Commandant, INA, said that during the Phase-II expansion period, the intake of cadets will surpass the 1500-mark.

Indian Naval Academy“We are right on track and are evolving as the most-sought-after wings of Indian armed forces. The INA cadets have over the years exhibited their intellectual brilliance in all spheres of life and work. We have entered into MoUs with India’s top educational institutions, including the IITs and IIMs. The aims of these MoUs are now getting fructified,” says Vice Admiral Ajit. The INA has started conducting external academic audits every year as part of pushing the quality bar high.
“We have set our aim to become one of the best in the country. Once the Phase-II expansion plan is completed (2017), our cadet strength would in excess of 1500. And, when the Phase-III plans take shape, we will have around 2500 cadets, including those from friendly nations,” he said. He said INA would take the help of IITs while setting up future labs. “There’s lots of emphasis on gen-next technologies already in the curriculum. We have ensured that our cadets get maximum exposure to the best learning, training and teaching facilities in the country,” says Vice Admiral Ajit, who has been playing an inspiring role in shaping INA’s future. As reported by OneIndia earlier, in the Phase-III expansion plan of INA, the Ettikulam bay jetty is expected to get a face-lift with training ships of Indian Navy set to get anchored for the benefit of cadets.
“Yes. That’s definitely in the future vision plan of the Academy,” adds the Commandant.

Source: oneindia.com

Father – A Lifetime Inspiration

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Ravinder Tanwar
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“Father is the first instructor of a child and is more than a hundred schoolmasters.”  These days’ newspapers have a new topic in trend. Every day various events and news are seen in media. But another occasion clashes with it. It Father’s day on the 21st of June. Well this day must be dedicated to your Father who made you whatever you are. The day is dedicated to the fatherhood and the special position that every father holds for his children.

All Army brats, who have a strong will to join Army, must ask themselves, ‘who is the first person, who motivated you to join Armed Forces?’  Don’t bluff yourself. Whenever asked in the SSB, that why do you want to join armed force? Most of the aspirants replies ‘I am highly motivated by the uniform, flaunting salutes etc.’ Well, this may be correct to some extent. Rather boldly shout that your Father is the first person who motivated you toward Armed Forces. He made you an officer like stuff and led you to stand in front of them. You have spent about 20-25 years of your initial life with him and seen the qualities he possess as a soldier and directed you to do something for your nation.

It never matters whether your Father belongs to defense background or not. Think deep into your soul and try to unearth the facts that who made you to take right decisions, who made you to have the guts to stand before the officers while attending the SSB or anywhere you go. The only person who stands by you whatever the situation might be and even has the strength to take you out of it, is your Father. Every person have gone through a situation where it’s only your Father, whom you look around for, in the hope of taking you out of it.Adulthood is the stage when a boy is almost changed into man and he is mature enough to take care of himself. One must not forget that there is somebody for whom you are still a child. He always has a solution for your problems. But some time it is us, who never ponder over it and ignore the affection into the spark of friends and enjoyments.my father my hero

Adulthood is the stage when a boy is almost changed into man and he is mature enough to take care of himself. One must not forget that there is somebody for whom you are still a child. He always has a solution for your problems. But some time it is us, who never ponder over it and ignore the affection into the spark of friends and enjoyments.

For a Father, Father’s day is nothing but just a regular day. It is our responsibility to make him realize that he is the most special person in the world for someone and he deserve a hug for that. Thank him for making you whatever you are and what better you possibly would be in future. Do not delay in expressing your feeling in hunt for a perfect time because a perfect moment never comes. It is you who can make the moment perfect. So make this day special to the man who want to see you in the uniform with brass stars glittering on your shoulder. Make him realize that you have not forgotten him and his deeds that nobody in the world have done and can never do for you.

Wishing you all a Happy Father’s Day!

Pictures of Indian Armed Forces Doing Yoga Will Motivate You For Yoga Day

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The Indian defence forces are putting up a consolidated effort to ensure that the International Yoga Day is a complete success. To achieve that, they have been putting up regular practice sessions no matter where they be. Be it at the base camp at the world’s highest battlefield, Siachen to the southernmost part of the country at Kanyakumari or on sea. And its not just the Army, the Navy & the Air Force, even the NCC cadets can be seen practicing yoga at various places in the country.
These pictures have been tweeted by the PM Narenndra Modi and the Ministry of Defence spokesperson Sitanshu Kar.

Indian Army Doing Yoga

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Indian Air Force Doing Yoga

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Indian Navy Doing Yoga

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Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

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Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

Indian Air Force has always been in the forefront in promoting fitness and healthy life style amongst Air Warriors. In pursuance of the same, Yoga programmes has been conducted for Air Warriors since last two days at various Air Force Formations and Stations as a build-up for the International Yoga Day on 21 Jun 2015. These Yoga sessions were conducted to introduce Air Warriors to the benefits of Yoga. Majority of participants who took part in the programme are those engaged in assignments requiring high level of concentration and perseverance. During these sessions, various Yogic Asanas, breathing techniques and its positive impact on physical and mental well being were covered.

All Air Force Formations and Stations have been directed to observe 21 Jun 2015 as International Yoga Day, commensurate with the objectives stipulated by Government of India. Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

There would be an introductory talk on benefits of Yoga followed by a 35-45 minutes camp demonstrating various yoga exercises with participation of audience. This would end with a meditation exercise of six minutes duration. Conduct of Yoga would be under this guidance of Yoga teachers and experts.

Yoga is also planned to be conducted in Air Force Schools and at suitable locations in the Stations where families and children of air warriors can participate.

The Ethos of Indian Army

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The Ethos of Indian Army. The infusion of high technology based precision weaponry has enhanced the lethality of future warfare manifold. The spectrum of threat ranges from the nuclear to the conventional and the asymmetric, with terrorism emerging like a hydra-headed monster. Add to this the rigours of climate i.e. the glacial heights and extreme cold, dense mountainous jungles and the heat and simoom of the deserts. Such are the trying environs in which a soldier operates. However, to a soldier facing such challenges and going beyond the call of duty is but second nature. Life’s turbulences and turmoils have a special flavour for him.

For those not exposed to a war or war like environment, this flavour is beyond the realms of imagination. The Indian Army soldier is infused by a set of values that make the soldier willingly face a plethora of challenges and difficulties, and when the call may come, to give the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the Nation. The ethos of the Army is ingrained in all soldiers with an unwavering will to succeed, accepting their grave responsibility and an unbridled ability to give their lives for others; confident that in return the nation will look after them and their families. The values of the army infused in the soldier through the years of training are enumerated belowNational Defence Academy Discipline

  • Espirit-de-Corps The spirit of comradeship and brotherhood of the brave, regardless of caste, creed or religion. The motto is, “One for all and all for one”!
  • Spirit of Selfless Sacrifice The tradition is never to question, but to do or die for the three “Ns”; Naam, i.e. name-honour- of the unit/Army/Nation, ‘Namak'(salt) i.e. loyalty to the Nation, and ‘Nishan’, i.e. the insignia or flag of his unit/regiment/Army/Nation which the soldiers hold afloat willingly.
  • Valour Fearlessness in combat and in the face of the enemy even when fighting against great odds or even when facing sure death.
  • Non-discrimination The Indian Army does not discriminate on account of caste, creed or religion. A soldier is a soldier first and anything else later. He prays under a common roof. It is this unique character, which makes him bind in a team despite such diversity.
  • Fairness and Honesty The spirit of honesty and fair play. He fights for a just cause that extends even to the enemy (prisoner or wounded).
  • Discipline and Integrity Discipline and integrity impart the feeling of patriotism, honesty and courage under all circumstances however, strong be the provocation otherwise.
  • Fidelity, Honour and Courage He is a man on whose shoulders lies the honour and integrity of his nation. He knows that he is the last line of defence and he cannot fail the Nation.
  • Death to Dishonour A close bond amongst soldiers forces them to choose death to dishonour. The concept of ‘IZZAT’ (HONOUR) in the clan / unit enables them to shun the fear of death; to be called a coward in the peer group is worse than death.
  • Forthrightness A soldier has to be forthright, for on his word the men he leads are going to lay down their lives without questioning why.
  • These values stoke the attitude of Service before Self in every soldier. The famous credo of Chetwode Hall is deeply imbibed in the men in Olive Green. It is the spirit of this credo, imbibed in every officer that binds him with his men in an unshakeable bond of camaraderie.
  • The safety, honour and welfare of your country comes first always and every time.
  • The honour, welfare and comfort of the men you command comes next.
  • Your own ease, comfort and safety comes last always and every time.

Source: joinindianarmy.nic.in

joinindianarmy.nic.in – Indian Army Recruitment Goes Online

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new joinindianarmy.nic.in website

Lt Gen Philip Campose, Vice Chief of Army Staff launched a new website, www.joinindianarmy.nic.in, of the Directorate General of Recruiting for selection of Officers, Junior Commission Officers (JCOs) & Other Ranks   (OR) from the precincts of the South Block today.

This dynamic website is keeping in pace with the automation of Recruitment in the Army and will synergise and enhance the selection procedures. Candidates from all across India will have access to information about career options in the Army, make suitable choices and apply online. new joinindianarmy.nic.in website

Kiosks based Central Govt and State Govt Common Service Centres (CSC) will enable candidates to apply from the remotest areas.  The facilities of the website for applying as Officers, JCOs and OR will be available with effect from 01 Jul 2015.

Story Of Lt. Abhay Kadam Will Boost Your Confidence

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Lt. Abhay Kadam

Auto driver Dilip Kadam from Tapasya Chawl, Sawarkar Nagar in Thane, was probably the proudest father as his son became a lieutenant in the Indian Army. Abhay Kadam (22) is back home to Thane with the rank and uniform of a lieutenant after a rigorous training of a year and a half at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Deharadun. Abhay, who did his schooling from Indira Gandhi School, Thane, is a BSc IT graduate from Thane’s B N Bandodkar college, where he joined NCC. Wanting to serve the nation, Abhay attempted the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam twice but didn’t make it. He then joined an academy in Pune which trains aspiring students to crack these tough defence entrance exams.

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Lt. Abhay Kadam

“I prepared hard for the Combined Defence Service (CDS) exams conducted by the UPSC. It is not easy to crack these exams,” Abhay said.

“After clearing the written exam, I was called for an interview for which 1.5 lakh students from all over India attempted. I cleared the five-day long Services Selection Board (SSB) interview process among 10,000 students and was ranked 193,” he added. He then joined Dehradun and was given the rank of a lieutenant in the Indian Army in a Passing Out Parade (POP) at the IMA.

“We are proud that our son is now in the Indian Army and will serve for our nation. We were happy when he chose this field,” said Dilip Kadam, the proud father.

“It feels proud to be a part of one of the strongest forces of the world, and to serve the nation. I wish more youths should get into the defence force.
Various campaigns, activities should be carried out by schools, colleges or the media to help youths know about our defence forces,” said Abhay.

In Conversation With Abhinav Vatsa, Recommended In 7th Attempt

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Hard work and dedication pay off, here is an example which supports this statement. Abhinav Vatsa, a software professional, made it through in his seventh attempt, for the TGC entry of Indian Army. Having been rejected six times from the service selection boards, he never let failure get the better of him, and that perhaps is the reason he cleared his medicals after getting a temporary rejection and got through the merit list as well. SSBCrack got a chance to have a conversation with him, which will be inspirational and helpful for all the aspirants. We wish Abhinav a great life ahead in training and in service.

  • Congrats Abhinav, for making it to the Army, how does it feel knowing that you have it in you?
  • Thanks a lot Tashi. It feels so satisfying that I have finally got to know what it takes to be an army officer. All the hard work and focused preparation has finally paid off. This is my biggest achievement in my life so far. God willing, more to follow soon.
  • What was your motivation behind joining Army?
  • I belong from a family where no one has ever been into the defence services. My only motivation has been the impressive lifestyle of the army and above that the selfless dedication to serve our nation before self. These two aspects of our army has always inspired me to join this elite organization.
  • As we know, this wasn’t your first attempt, what special preparation you did this time, in order to clear it?
  • Very true, this was my seventh attempt in which I cleared the SSB. I took a different approach in which I prepared for the psychs, GTOs and the interviews independently every day. I also made a small group of other SSB aspirants here in Pune who were apparently working in the IT and aspired to join the armed forces. We all practiced together and that contributed a lot. I think every exam needs a good preparation. And for a robust preparation, you need a good feedback about your preparation regularly. This will improve your methods and help you to remove any loose ends during entire preparation process.TGC 121 Recommended Candidates
  • Weren’t you disappointed by the failure in your previous attempts? What did you do to overcome that?
  • Disappointments are the part and parcel of the failure. I clearly remember the day I went for my first SSB in September 2009 for NDA-I entry in Bhopal. I was screened out. I went to the station and took a corner in the platform while waiting for my train back to home. I cried a lot. I had never cried like that before. And, before leaving Bhopal that day, I made a resolution to get recommended and join the army from here itself. I guess, god had heard me then and hence I made my first recommendation cleared from here itself. In subsequent attempts (Not-Recommended in all next five attempts), I made a point to note down as many small observations that I had made in my attempt so that I do not make the same mistake again in future. I wrote down all the questions being asked, remembered my psych responses as much as I could. These inputs made me to prepare well for next SSB attempts. The only thing that I had kept constant was the NEVER GIVE UP attitude. That made me overcome my disappointments a lot. Moreover, I have got a very good group of friends who were always with me during this time and encouraged me to keep on trying until I don’t succeed.
  • You got a TR in your medical. What was it for, and what did you do to recover?
  • Yes, I got a TR for two conditions viz. Knock knees and overweight by 8 KGS. As soon as I came back to Pune, I consulted a very reputed civil ortho-surgeon and did a full check-up of the knock knee situation. He said I had very mild knock knees which is acceptable for rigorous physical tasks needed in the defence services and handed me a medical fitness certificate from his end! 😛 . However, I did my bit of research on the internet and noted down some physiotherapy exercises to reduce knock knee issue. I also kept a hard pillow between my knees and tied tightly with belts for more than a month till I went for the AMB. It was very irritating while sleeping but I was able to pull out some good hours nap later after a few more days. For overweight, I did regular cardio workout (daily 2 hours min.). I jogged, did crunches, push-ups, pull-ups, cross country trainer loops, cycling. I maintained a strict exercise pattern and did it at my office gym post office hours. One thing is to be noted that, a good diet plan (mostly fruits based except banana with lots of water) and ability to lose as much sweat as possible is needed to burn fats at a rapid rate. I was 78 KGS when weighed during my medical checkup and MH Bhopal around 27th April 2015. On 3rd June 2015, I was weighed 69 KGS at CH (SC) Pune and declared medically fit. For knock-knees, I had been also declared medically fit.AV_HYD_TCS
  • Were you nervous at any time, because of your TR, or because of the merit list that you’ll not make it? What steps did you take to get out of that feeling?
  • I became quite nervous after my medical conference. But, I told myself this: “If I have made it so far, I will definitely make it till the end no matter whatever it demands”. Self-motivation and faith in your actions plays a very important role in our lives which helps us to achieve things that we could have else never thought of. As soon as was able to see my weight getting reduced and my knock-knee getting better a bit, I was confident that I’ll clear the medicals. It is just the matter of time. All I did was followed my routine and felt confident about getting in. With All India merit rank 4 (Computer Science), I was very happy to know that I performed very well in my SSB back in Bhopal. It has filled me with enough josh and confidence that I can take up any challenge in my life later without ever doubting on my capabilities.
  • You are working in the Software Industry currently, how different will Army life be, will you face difficulty in coping up?
  • Yes, IT industry job is quite different from the army life. The only thing common between these two is the spirit of teamwork. I’ve been working close to two years in IT industry. Life has been very comfortable: AC offices, good food, corporate feeling and chance to work with people located on different global pinpoints. However, army life will be a different taste which I’m sure will be equally exciting and challenging. It will definitely be difficult for me and my family as well. But, this too shall pass. Life has different flavors for me in my plate, I’m glad to be a part of this kind of life, where every flavor is a challenge and every challenge is conquerable.
  • Was it difficult to prepare for SSB, while working?
  • It was quite difficult. Luckily, the project in which I was working had normal shift timings which gave me good amount of time in mornings and nights. However, the challenge was to maintain my work-life balance. I had to perform well in my job as well as prepare harder for the SSBs. During my job, I attended a total of four SSBs including this one. Every time, I went for the next SSB, it became tougher to get holidays and time to prepare for the SSB due to increasing work and dependency on my role. Then I had to choose between my dream and my job else I could’ve never made up. I chose my dream first. I cancelled all my home trips which I had planned in past one and half years to save adequate vacation for full SSB tenure. I also averted a chance to travel to the states for job based assignment. I just thought of clearing the SSB and getting into the army and make all these sacrifices worth of them. At the end of the day, the quote by Shaheed Capt. Manoj Kr. Pandey always filled me with energy to continue with my pursuit: “Some goals are so worthy, it’s glorious even to fail”. I decided to follow it by my heart.
  • What success mantra would you like to give to the candidates?
  • Fellow defence aspirants, just make sure that you don’t fool around with yourself. Know your capabilities well and limitations too. Work harder on them.
    Optimism and Determination will keep you going
    Work smarter and remain focused. I know it is hard, it is supposed to be. But you got to be much harder to handle what’s coming next for you. So, buckle up and never ever give up! Trust me, if you can take it, you can make it.
  • Did you take any coaching for SSB preparation? What is your view on coaching?
  • Until this attempt, I always refrained from taking any SSB coaching in my past. A very good friend of mine suggested to try it for this time and see if I can improve my attempt. So, I took his advice to join a coaching academy here in Pune. I went on weekends since I had my office on working days. I spent the entire day there and I’m really thankful to my mentor there who helped me in bringing out the best in me. His words filled with confidence: “you should be able to get recommended this time, I’m confident” always echoed whenever I felt low or helpless during my SSB. This gave enough energy to boost me up and give my best.I believe taking a coaching is not a bad idea at all. However, losing originality in your ideas and actions and making the sample solutions as given during classes your own is not recommended. A coaching should be taken as a feedback system where you get genuine feedback on your responses and actions. Nothing more than that. If you have never taken a coaching and are in dilemma to take or not, I suggest you to take it but always remember to work separately on your preparations. Take it only as a feedback provider to your responses, as a source to suggest you better ideas which will help you to come up with your own solutions rather than just memorizing the ones given there.
  • Do you think repeaters have a hard time in SSB?
  • Partially yes. The more the number of attempts the more slimmer are the chances to perform well in future. This is my personal observation. However, I always tell my friends with higher attempts to take it as a positive point. You guys have more idea about the whole SSB process and this will definitely give an edge to your performance. Believe me, if you are able to perform just normal without any superficial attempts, that’s more than enough for the assessors to judge you and recommend you. Repeaters can always impress their assessors with their concise and to the point responses to all the situations in front of them. As per my experience, the assessors expect the repeaters to be more calm, composed and knowledgeable on the subject matter. They do not expect you to be a perfect aspirant. A perfect aspirant is just a myth. So, though the chances become slimmer, but yes repeaters can change the game of their own SSB if performed well and in right time.
  • Thank You for talking to SSBCrack. We wish you a successful career head.
  • The pleasure’s all mine. I wish you guys all the best to keep up this wonderful job going up. The entire SSBCrack team is doing a wonderful work and helping thousands of aspirants to shape their dreams. May you all achieve the pinnacles of success in your lives. Jai Hind!
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