The Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun will hold the passing out parade of its gentleman cadets for spring term without their family members due to the coronavirus pandemic, officials said on Wednesday. Lieutenant Colonel Amit Dagar, IMA’s spokesperson, said the decision was taken “to ensure the health safety of the GCs and the staff” of the academy, one of the premier training institutes of Indian Army officers. “The PoP for the spring term will be held on June 13.
However, this time the family members and the dear ones of the passing out GCs would not be able to attend the event at the academy due to the pandemic. This would likely be for the first time in our academy’s tradition,” Lt Col Dagar said. He said the institute will try that the event is covered as much as possible in real time.
“Because this time the family members would not be attending the event, we would put in maximum efforts to ensure that it is covered extensively in real-time through media so that they could witness their dear ones gloriously passing out as officers of Indian Army,” the spokesperson said. The number of those who will join the parade will be “completely ascertained in a few days along with the decision of whom to invite as the reviewing officer of POP.”
Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do. Jai Hind to all dear aspirants I am Vishal Kumar Vishwakarma from Varanasi. I recently got recommended in AFCAT entry for flying/adm in my 4th attempt. I come from a defence background currently working in Banglore. Joining defence forces, serving the nation directly has been my all-time dream, a dream which never let me sleep.
I started this journey from 2018 my first attempt C/O, followed by screen out in Army TGC entry, I still remember myself making the note and noting the time and date to keep another unsuccessful attempt in my bones.
I made a promise to myself that I will prove it; I am worthy of that glorious blue, olive green and white colour. My third attempt TGC Bhopal I had come prepared with a lot of knowledge, tips, suggestions, do’s and don’ts.
And I screened-in, my hopes were held high in self, I was called 5 times in my CT Task, I was very much confident of getting recommended this time. But seems like I am still below the set bar. I felt sad; I literally could not even concentrate on my job for a few days. But that’s not the way of life to be lived. I had to restart myself; I was again with all the books and videos preparing myself for the SSB. AFSB Mysore, around 210 candidates reported on day1, around 45 screened in.
Starting from the psych test, in the process of self-learning I strongly believe that one who presents the exact self qualities will have his victory. Followed by IO, be well equipped with your current affairs, know your PIQ and if you want to nail this test keep your arsenal loaded (I was asked currency of Tajikistan, Russia, Myanmar since I have mentioned numismatic and to my surprise, I answered None XD). The most awaited GT, try to dynamic, give ideas, support and head towards the finish. In lecturette, be clear, have calm and confident composition and deliver with passion.
The most awaited conference, there was the silence of excitement and agitation in the air, the officer walks in donned in his blue dress, addresses us announces three numbers, I was second with chest no. 82 (I was so astonished to hear the number that the officer had to call my number twice, lol) and that moment was the result of dedication and hard work. I strongly believe that every one of us, can be the part of this camaraderie, and being an officer is not getting commissioned but it’s being faithful and responsible towards the society and our job.
SSB is not a competition; it’s a platform where you need to perform and showcase those officer like qualities. Dear reader, it’s my humble request, you give your best and rest leave it on them. You need not be a Shakuni or Krishna just be yourself and help others, never think SSB as completion or an examination it’s just a personality portrait of yourself. So paint it well, know your colours and brushes.
A tip for all the aspirants: Your GTO starts the moment you are allotted your beds so, make good rapport in the team. I will like to end the description with thanks to my parents and mentor like friends. “Some goals are so worthy, it’s glorious even to fail” – Capt Manoj Pandey. Don’t be hopeless if you don’t clear today, there is always a tomorrow. Good Luck. JAI HIND!
“Patience and determination is the key to success”. How’s the josh aspirants, I am Utkarsh Tyagi, pursuing BTech in CSE. And this is my story of recommendation. I finally got recommended in my 6th attempt from 3 AFSB Gandhinagar for the IAF through NDA on 22 March 2020. I was previously 1-time screen out and 4 conferences out. It was the year 2018 when I completed my 12th and applied for NDA exam, I qualified the written exam and went to Allahabad for SSB in Aug 2018, Unfortunately, I got to screen out and went back. Then went for my 2nd attempt of SSB that was for TES-40 in Sept 2018 and my centre was again Allahbad.
This time I luckily got screened in and was happy enough. I enjoyed with friends over there and it was a nice stay but I was conference out after 5 days. It really broked my heart and I was again sitting on one of those iron benches waiting for my train to go back. Now my 3rd of TES-41 was at Banglore in Feb 2019 this time I prepared a little but unfortunately again got conference out. The 4th attempt of TES-42 was at Bhopal in Jul 2019. This time I took a little coaching so was prepared better as compared to previous attempts. But unfortunately this time it was again conference out I was thinking where the hell I am going wrong.
Now it comes to my fifth attempt it was of TES-43 at Allahbad in Feb 2020 once again as if Allahbad board liked me the most in the world. This time I was chest no. 1 and performed my best in all tasks mainly GTO but was conference out again. I was considering that my life is really a joke and was wondering that would I ever be able to get recommended.
Now it comes to the end of my story through my 6th attempt of NDA 2 2019 at 3 AFSB Gandhinagar on 18 March 2020.
As the corona era was going so my parents were convincing me not to go for AFSB it will be hazardous. But my passion drove me and I went for AFSB at Gandhinagar.
DAY 1: On the day of reporting, we were at the Pathik Ashram Bus stand and waiting for IAF bus to come. Finally, after some time they arrived and tested us that if there is any symptoms of the corona. Three guys were tested out to be positive and were told to wear mask and precautions more. Total reporting was of 69.
Screening: At the screening test, DSO came and welcomed us. Then after few time our test began the first test was of 2 OIR and I did both confidently. Then a 15mins break was given and after that our next test i.e. PPDT started. The picture shown was totally black and blur and hard to recognize but somehow I was able to make a story showing team spirit quality. The discussion round began after a few mins. I narrated my story in a cool and audible way and gave two-three points in the discussion.
Finally, the screening result came and 50 out of 69 got a screen in and it was the highest no. I have ever seen in the screening.
Later, we were given a new chest no. mine was 49. Then PIQ and forms were filled. After a few hours, we were sent to accommodation. We were informed that our psych tests are going to take place on the same day in the evening it was very surprising to me and I slept for a few hrs and then went for the psych tests.
In psych test, I did all TAT, 50 WAT, 37 SRT and lastly sd.
I made positive stories, sentences and logical reactions in situations.
DAY 2: The next day was our GTO and I was fully ready. We were a group of 9 members and there were two assessors the first time in my history of SSB. One of them was a senior GTO and another was a trainee. We greeted them and our first round that gd began.
The topic of gd1 was the cashless economy. I gave 3-4 points in between discussion and then after few minutes next gd began its topic was the U.S. being a powerful nation- the reason behind it. In this also I gave 2-3 points that’s it. Then our PGT started and I gave various ideas to tackle the obstacles by standing behind only. Finally, it ended and other tasks like snake race, HGT and lecturette took place. I performed well in lecturette and took full to speak and conclude. Finally, the day was called off. And we went to the accommodations.
DAY 3: On the third day also was our GTO only and three tasks were left i.e. command task, individual obstacles and lastly the FGT. The first task was command task and I was called second last in my group. The obstacle given to me in my command task was moderate and was given 15 mins. to complete it. Many objections were being made by the GTOs but I maintained my calm and overcome every objection. Finally, I completed my command task. Then we were taken to individual obstacles ground. When I saw the obstacles I was quite nervous as the obstacles were very tough as compared to the SSB. There was hanging tyre, monkey crawl, balancing bridge, rope climbing etc.
We were then
called individually in order wise and I did only 5 out of 10 obstacles least in
my whole group.
Finally, some rest was given to us, then after some time, our FGT started. In this task also I gave 2-3 ideas and my group accepted it. Finally, the day was called off and we went back to our accommodations.
DAY 4: On day 4 our interview was scheduled and I was at 10:30 a.m. I got ready and revised a bit of information about the IAF. Finally, I went for my interview.
In the interview room, there was a group captain rank officer sitting and he took my interview. In the beginning, only he started rapid-fire with starting with educational background to my daily routine and hobbies/interest. In the stressed me at various but I didn’t get stressed and smilingly gave all answers in a logical and cool manner. I spoke the truth in my interview and that’s why it went well and for around 45 mins. At last, he wished me good luck and I went back to accommodations.
DAY 5: This was d-day for all of us, either we will be recommended or not. Everyone was in tension we were informed by our DSO that the conference will start at 7:45 a.m. and end by 9:30 a.m. due to corona precautions.
Finally, it started and everyone was coming in just 30 secs or so, it was happening so quickly that we were getting tensed. Lastly, our group’s chance came and we were made to sit in the waiting room and after a few minutes from chest no. 41 to 50 conference started and discussion on each candidate was taking for around 1-2 mins. and inside it was like 30 secs. that’s it.
Finally, my turn came and for me, the discussion went for around 5-6 mins. and inside I was asked only one question i.e. “Why do you want to join the IAF” asked by the air commodore rank officer sitting in between.
After coming out of the conference room I was 95% sure that I may get recommended I then discussed the conference with others and they all were asked the same question i.e. “how was your stay and any suggestions” when I told them about my question they all said that you are recommended.
Finally, we all were called in the same hall we were sitting earlier and then after a few mins. the DSO came and said “ok gentlemen are you ready for results, so here we go” everyone’s heartbeat raised and then he started calling out the chest no.s “1,5,14,27,33,39 and then 49(that was mine)”.My body stopped moving and was thinking that it isn’t reality but somehow I gain back the strength and was applauded by everyone for finally getting recommended for IAF. It was the happiest moment of my life and I started crying as I finally made it through my determination, never give up attitude. After so much struggle I finally got what I wanted.
At last, I would like to say that keep working until you do not get what you desire for! Thank you and Jai Hind!
Hello all young blood, I’m Sachin Shakya from Vadodara, Gujarat. I got the taste of recommendation from AFSB Dehradun as my 2nd attempt. Now, I will be presenting my experience in front of you gentlemen. On 10th Feb I had reported to 1 AFSB seeing everyone wanting just one thing at the last of day 5 “RECOMMENDATION”. A total of 65 NDA candidates reported having a mixture of AFCAT candidates also. After phase 1 testing a total of 45 candidates screened in and now start’s the exciting journey.
Day 1(Screening day): In AFSB centres the psych test happened on day 1 itself So, after all those tough testing we finally got freed by 9 pm. I was quite satisfied with my performance. The advice I want to give to everyone that just try inculcates those 15 OLQs to psych in psychology test.
Day 2 and Day 3: I had my GTO on these days. This time, I was quite prepared for GT. Having like serious and sincere candidates I perform my all task with a mixed feeling of satisfaction & cooperation. For GT I just advice all to show your cooperation and helping nature to GTO. And speak less that also doesn’t mean you you should keep quiet. I mean ‘Speak less but sensible enough like a gentleman’.
Day 4: Empty, So had a visit to nearby places there and every candidate who will be reporting at Dehradun should have also tried momos there.
Day 5: I had my interview on this day only and I was stunned when the IO is not asking me any question related to the current affairs but at the last, I got recommended and that is what I wanted. The price of advice I want to give to all that just be honest there because IO is so smart to catch the lier and respond to IO very smartly.
At least I am very thankful to SSBCRACK because having a candidate taken no SSB coaching I just relied on youtube and Google and there I found SSBCRACK which gives a boost to my preparation. At last, gentlemen just be perfect as much as you can because “You should not be fit for armed forces but armed forces should be fit for you”. Jai Hind.
Update: TES (10+2) ENTRY-46 COURSE : JAN 2022 1. ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR TES-46 WILL OPEN ON JOININDIANARMY.NIC.IN IN THE MONTH OF JUL-AUG 2021. 2. JEE MAINS HAS BEEN MADE OBLIGATORY FOR TES-46 COURSE. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO THE CRITERIA OF MINIMUM MARKS IN PCM IN CLASS 12TH. As per the latest update from the Indian Army, JEE mains will be made compulsory for the candidates who are applying for TES Technical Entry Scheme in 2021. From TES-46 onwards, JEE mains will be made obligatory as an eligibility criterion along with 60% marks in PCM (Physics, Chemistry and Maths) in 12th Class. TES 46 for the Indian Army will be conducted in May – June 2021.
As per the current TES educational qualification, anyone with 70% marks in PCM in 12th can apply for TES entry. Later Indian Army releases a final cut off marks for TES based on which candidates are shortlisted for TES SSB interview. You can find the previous TES cut offs below.
What will happen from TES-46:
Candidates must write JEE mains to apply for TES.
Candidates must have minimum 60% marks in PCM in 12th to apply for TES.
Final cut off will be released to shortlist candidates for SSB based on PCM and JEE mains score
Official Statement: “TES (10+2) ENTRY-46 COURSE : JAN 2022 :- Online applications for TES-46 will open on Joinindianarmy.nic.in in the month of May-Jun 2021. JEE Mains has been made obligatory for TES-46 Course. This is in addition to the criteria of minimum 60% marks in PCM in Class 12th.”
Hello, everyone I am Ravindra Pratap Singh and I got
selected for CDS 1 2019 OTA and soon will be joining the training academy. I
got recommended from 22 SSB Bhopal. The reason why I am writing this blog is
that I have been in the same spot where some of you maybe. I am talking about
the “Repeaters” as we call ourselves. Since I have seen both the sides now I
guess sharing my experience might help a few. I have been to 6 SSB’s in total
and reached stage 2 in three of them. In the last one got “Recommended” last
year in Oct.
My second conference was in May 2018 and didn’t make it. Only one of the candidate made it and I was curious what was he doing that I am not? What is missing in me at this point of time and what can I do to fulfil the standards. The guy that got recommended was working in a MNC, had cleared UPSC CAPF written and given its interview and also cleared SSB. So I thought this is what I should follow to clear SSB. At that point of time I took that as a Mantra to succeed in SSB but now that I have got recommended I think that Mantra has helped me inculcate qualities and made me more disciplined and responsible towards life.
So, after getting conferenced out in May 2018 I had two
goals in my mind 1. I need to start working as soon as possible and 2. I need
to clear a good exam to justify the time between graduation and next SSB. So, I
prepared for UPSC CAPF AC 2018 exam and appeared for that in Aug 2018 had no
expectation of clearing the exam. Then I took a job in Oct 2018 and started
working. Luckily in Jan 2019 results came and I cleared UPSC CAPF AC and also
cleared CDS for IMA.
Now task was to prepare for physicals of UPSC CAPF along with job which I did and cleared it and then went for IMA SSB to Bengaluru but unfortunately got screened out. Now I had to prepare for UPSC CAPF interview in June at UPSC office Dholpur House. I prepared for it religiously and scored 102/150. (Waiting for Reserve list of UPSC CAPF) Now the task in hand was my upcoming SSB in October. I always have had this thought that I have what it takes to become and officer in Armed Forces. So now I managed my routine properly as I had to go to office be updated with current affairs and also maintain my physical fitness for which I was by playing squash and running. I always wanted to know where do I stand and how much I need to work on myself. For that I gave a mock interview on skype and got a very positive feedback. And for Psychology also I took an online assignment and got to know where I stand.
What was different this time in SSB and how did the above
Mantra helped me? This time as always hurdle was getting screened in which I
did. Through my introspection I knew I didn’t do well in Psychology in my
earlier attempts. Problem was I have it what they are expecting but I was not
giving it in writing. Problem was WAT so this time gave meaningful responses
and attempted around 55. Example – The word is “Wife” First Two Attempt –
Sheila is a good wife. This Attempt – A wife keeps the family together.
Something meaningful is expected hence this time WAT was not a problem.
My interview was the
best among all three and I was very confident for my interview and it went
well. Just stay confident, put a smile on your face throughout the interview
maintain good eye contact and body posture. Stay honest throughout that is what
is required.
GTO- Though every time it has been decent but this time it
was better. I had good content that made me stand out in GD itself. I had good
content from the rest of the group so whenever I spoke I had something new to
speak and also I quoted facts and figures. In GPE I was not able to complete my
written solution but I gave all the details in the discussion. Always mention
how many men you are allocating to a specific task and at what time they will
reach that place. Mention Distance and Time always. Lecturette was good as had good
content and spoke confidently. Fill the team with josh during snake race take
them together. Rest of the tasks try to take the team together instead of
running for fatta and Balli. You can give ideas by staying back as well.
I think in this time I was very focused as I have been doing
a job, also studying and managing my fitness. I had a routine that I was
following and also managing different task simultaneously and responsibly. Also
I was enjoying my 5 days by giving my best in the task and interacting with
everyone else during free time.
There has been many a times, General Naravane recapitulated, when the youth has approached him and asked the most common yet an intriguing question – “What life in the army is all about?” According to him, it was this very curiosity of the young generation leading a civilian life that gave birth to the idea of “Tour of Duty” – an opportunity for the non-defence background individuals to know what a life of a soldier is like.
The ‘Tour of Duty’ provides a glimpse of the army life to the general public, but for a short period of time, a golden chance for those who are not interested to take defence as their lifelong career, but only want to partake the real experience of it. “And it is in this background we are looking at, that can we induct a few people, maybe a thousand a year to start with, for a period of a three years, maybe a truncated training period of six to nine months, and after that, a two years and a half or so, when he serves in the regular army”, confirmed General Naravane.
A candidate can join at the age of 18 years and after serving in the army, he can be free after 21 years of age to pursue the career of his choice in any field. Naravane claimed that his experience in the army will pose as an “added advantage” for it will surely train him in such priceless attributes of army life, viz. “self-confidence, discipline, punctuality” and others, benefitting not only in his character development but also eventually, that of the “society, at large”. An individual inducted in the “Tour of Duty” will get a brownie point in his CV for serving in the army and will be undoubtedly prioritized above any fresher to get selected by the companies he will be applying to. General Naravane exemplified the importance of work experience for MBA candidates and emphasized the fact that serving in the army can be especially advantageous for such candidates as one of the best instances of work experience.
He further said that after propagating the idea of “Tour of Duty” they “have had even overwhelming responses from the environment”. As a survey result, 92 percent of the surveyees said that they would be interested to be a part of the idea of “Tour of Duty”. “So, I think this is definitely an idea which we can pursue,” assured the General with a final determination.
We all know, how Indian Army has never left a single chance to make every Indian proud about them. Be it about living up to their motto that is ‘Service before Self’ or any act of Bravery, Today we are going to talk about one such recent act of bravery by one of the soldiers of Indian army at the Indo-Chinese border in Sikkim region. Brave Lieutenant Birol Das Who Punched Chinese Army Major
The Incident as it
happened
It was a regular
day of Border patrolling by the Indian Soldiers along the Indo-Chinese border
in the Muguthang region of Sikkim.
The next moment the
Indian Soldiers spotted some Chinese Soldiers who were apparently in the Indian
Territory of Sikkim.
Further, The Indian
Soldiers tried to intervene and stop them from intruding any further to which
the Chinese Soldiers retaliated verbally
One of the Major
PLA, when asked to go back said “ This is our land and not Indian territory, so
just go back”
After hearing this,
one of the Indian Soldier Lt. Birol Das got furious and he replied
“what!!! This not our land? What the
hell”. With these lines he went ahead in front of the major and he quite literally
punched his nose.
The power of the
punch was such that the Chinese Major fell on the ground and even his batch
fell off from his uniform and his nose started to bleed.
The Affect
The colleagues of the Indian Lieutenant controlled him
after his attack in order to avoid any escalation of tension between the two
parties in what is currently one of world’s heavily guarded border and most
controversial region.
The Lieutenant was initially admonished by his senior
officers and other officials as this could have led to increased tension
between the two countries who have had long history of border disputes and
wars.
Although, later the officers at the commands located
in Kolkata and Sukna congratulated the Young soldier for his brave and fearless
attitude.
This incident was a huge moral boost up for the local
troops and the Indian Army in all as a whole all across the country.
The Lieutenant soon became a National Hero, A soldier,
a lower Rank Officer who literally made a higher rank PLA Major Bleed.
Even the Indian Army Chief MM Naravane made a wish to
“have a look at the boy” and allegedly an appointment has already been set with
the army chief for the Lieutenant.
The National Hero:
Lt. Birol Das
He was born and
brought up in a military family.
His Grandfather
served the royal army and then the Indian Air Force
His father a
retired colonel of Indian Army and has a peak named after him.
His sister is also
a law graduate and a legal officer in the Indian Army.
He himself joined
the Indian army after he cleared CDS (1) 2017 with an AIR of 102. His written
marks and SSB marks were same and it was 129 for each.
His Father’s Word:
When His father was
interviewed after the incident and was further enquired about the details of
the incident, he being a army man himself humbly said “we soldiers can discuss
our past but not our present, so leave my son out”
This statement came
out as a matter of concern which his son and his carrier might face if the
media covers this incident and globalizes or highlights the incident too much
by glorifying what the soldier did but at the same time unknowing humiliating
the Chinese counter parts which might worsen the situation.
His father further
added “The Chinese are no great soldiers, they have a lot going in their favour
– logistics, weapons, terrain, and communication. But when it comes to raw
courage and strength, determination and patriotism, they just cannot match us”
which in every word is true to the core.
The Indo- Chinese
Battle History
India and China share a long international border
including many disputed regions like LAC and the borders in Arunachal Pradesh.
The battle in 1962 with the Chinese was fought bravely
by the Indian Soldiers. They were outplayed by the Chinese resources but never
did they ever lack the courage and the patriotism and the bravery in their
heart. They fought with everything they had but almost nothing as far as the
resources related to combat is concerned.
Ever since the Chinese soldiers have been known for
their regular intrusions inside the Indian Territory.
The recent Doklam issue in 2018 or be it the their
intrusion in the LAC region just a week ago, they have always tried to dominate
the Indian borders but have faced a above par force o dominance not just by the
Indian Soldiers but also the strong policies of the New Government.
The Way Ahead
This particular
incident has made it loud and clear that the Indian Army is not going to take
any kind of dominance or bullying by any enemy at all.
This incident will
not only make India’s stand clear but will also boost the already up confidence
of the Indian Army and the Defence force in general.
A senior official
further mentioned that “Our boys are much tougher and fiercer than the
Chinese. Even in 1962, they fought like hell with next to nothing. Don’t forget
Major Shaitan Singh, the hero of Rezang La battle in 1962. Our officers and men
have a long history of fighting and dying against insurmountable odds.”
Lt Col Robert T.A. and Sapper Sapala Shanmukha Rao of the Indian Army lost their lives in an avalanche in the mountainous Lugnak La region of north Sikkim, officials said. The two personnel were part of an 18-member group which came under the avalanche, they said. “A patrolling-cum-snow clearance party came under an avalanche in North Sikkim on 14 May,” a senior Army official said. “In spite of the best efforts of the rescue team and local formation an officer Lt Col Robert TA and sapper Sapala Shanmukha Rao who were trapped under the ice lost their lives,” he said.
Lieutenant Colonel Robert T A joined the Indian Army in June 2000 and after 4 years of training was commissioned as Lieutenant in June 2004. He was the eldest son of Thoiba Angelus from Maram Centre. He studied at the College of Military Engineering, Pune and earned his B-Tech Civil Engineering degree from JNU Delhi. The officer along with his team members competed in the prestigious Army Adventure Challenge Cup 2008 and emerged as Winner. For this act, he was awarded the Vice-Chief of the Army Staff Commendation.
In a significant move, the Indian Army is considering a proposal under which personnel from paramilitary forces would be allowed to serve in the force for a short duration. “The Indian Army is considering a proposal called ‘Inverse Induction Model’ under which there may be an opportunity for personnel from central paramilitary forces to serve in the Army for a short duration,” Indian Army sources told ANI.
The sources said the Army Headquarters is also mulling terms of engagement to be attractive to individuals from the paramilitary forces as well as the force. A number of proposals are being considered by the Army Headquarters for improving its pool of human resources.
The Army is also considering a proposal to give a three-year tour of duty to common citizens in the service who want to work for a brief period for the force in places where they can be of great use to the service. This would also help the force to attract the best of talent from across the country and help it in a big way.
Sources told ANI that the top brass in the Army is also reviewing the Short Service Commission to make it more attractive for the youth. Initially, the Short Service Commission was started with five years minimum service but later it was extended to 10 years.
