When it came to living, water is an important part of our lives. No one on this planet can live without water. But when how many times has it happened with you that you feel very thirsty and you have to buy costly packaged drinking water from outside just for those 2-3 sips. Not anymore! The Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) had launched “Sena Jal”, the packaged water which costs just 6 rs! How To Prepare for SSB Interview:
Sena Jal was inaugurated on October 11, 2017 and since then, they are updating their services from time to time. It’s almost 3 months of Inauguration and the word is already out in the public.
The Sena Jal:
Sena Jal is ozonised and purified bottled water which is being developed by AWWA. It just costs 6 rs per bottle. There is also a different variant which costs 10 rs and will be sufficient for a small family. Sena Jal is totally hygienic and absolutely healthy to drink.
The Profit:
The Profit of these Sena Jal water will go towards the welfare of soldiers & their families. At least in this way, everyone can contribute something towards the welfare of Indian Army.
The AWWA:
AWWA is being headed by Madhulika Rawat, General Bipin Rawat’s wife. It is one of the largest voluntary organizations in India which aims at social empowerment and skill building of wives and children of Army personnel. AWWA aims at the holistic development and well-being of Army Wives including their children and rehabilitation of war widows and differently-abled children.
It also contributes Central and State Governments’ efforts towards national re-construction aimed at improving the living conditions of rural poor and protecting the human rights violation against the Army personnel and their families. AWWA provides emotional support and financial reliefs to widows of martyrs.
Become an AWWA authorized dealer:
To help families of soldiers, you can become a dealer of Sena Jal. If you want to become a dealer, you can contact AWWA at Defence Headquarters, New Delhi. Alternatively, you can contact them using the following approaches:
So, the next time you are going to purchase a water bottle, we highly recommend you to go for a Sena Jal instead of other packaged drinking water. It’s the Least we can do from our side to support our army.
Please share it as much as possible to support our great Indian Army.
There has been a lot of resistance from the defence forces officers after the October 2016 MoD letter which downgraded the rank status of defence officers as compared to their civilian and IPS counterparts.
There can be many criteria for obtaining equivalence between the services of India such as pay scale, functioning, status, etc. If going with pay scale, military officers have an upper hand due to the extra allowance to them as Military Service Pay (MSP) when compared to IPS and Civil Service officers.
Equivalence according to 7th CPC:
The equivalent ranks between Tri-Services, Civil Services and IPS according to their pay scale are as follows:
CAPFs Ranks
Police Ranks
Army Ranks
Navy Ranks
Air Force Ranks
Coast Guard Ranks.
Director General (Apex Scale of the Indian Police Service)
C.P, Director General of a State Police Force
Lieutenant General (Army Commander’s Scale)
Vice Admiral (FOC-in-C’s Scale)
Air Marshal (AOC-in-C’s Scale)
Director General
Special Director General (HAG+ scale of Indian Police Service)
C.P, Special Director General
Lieutenant General(HAG+ Scale)
Vice Admiral(HAG+ Scale)
Air Marshal(HAG+ Scale)
Additional Director General (HAG+ Scale)
Additional Director General (HAG Scale of the IPS cadre, also available to BSF cadre)
C.P, ADG
Lieutenant General (HAG)
Vice Admiral(HAG)
Air Marshal(HAG)
Additional Director General (HAG Scale)
Inspector General
Joint C.P, IG
Major General
Rear Admiral
Air Vice Marshal
Inspector General
Deputy Inspector General
Additional C.P, DIG
Brigadier
Commodore
Air commodore
Deputy Inspector General
Commandant
DCP(Selection grade)/SSP
Colonel
Captain
Group Captain
commandant
2 I/C
DCP(Jr grade)/SP
Lt.Colonel
Commander
Wing Commander
commandant (Jr grade)
Deputy Commandant
Addl.DCP/Addl.SP
Major
Lt.Commander
Sqn Leader
Deputy Commandant
Assistant Commandant
Assistant Commissioner of Police/ Deputy Superintendent of Police
Captain
Lieutenant
Flight lieutenant
Assistant Commandant
With Levels
Level 10
Lieutenant
Assistant SP
Assistant collector
Level 10A
Captain
Addl.SP
Sub Collector
Level 11
Major
SP
Collector
Level 12/12A
Lt. Colonel
SP
Level 13
Colonel
SP
Collector(selection grade)
Level 13A
Brigadier
DIG
–
Level 14
Major General
IG
Secy(state govt.)
Level 15
Lt. Gen(HAG)
ADGP
Principal Secy(state govt.)
Level 16
Lt Gen(Corps Commander)
DG (HAG+)
Addl. Chief Secretary/Spl. Chief Secretary
Level 17
Lt Gen(Army Commander)
DGP (HoPF)
Chief Secretary
Level 18
General
–
Cabinet Secretary
Far from Reality:
These equivalence are far from reality. Because if the pay scale were to be considered, defence officers get extra Military Service Pay that makes them superior to their IPS and Civil counterparts, which is clearly not the case.
Also, the time frame for promotion of IAS officers were not reduced. This basically means that an IAS officer, after 14 years of service, would be granted the pay-scale of a Maj Gen, having 33 years of service. While this does not mean that an IAS officer with 14 years of service becomes equivalent in status to a Maj Gen, since only those IAS officers in the super time scale who are empanelled and holding posts of Joint Secy to Govt of India can be equated with a Maj Gen, still the monetary package granted to IAS officers with 14 years of service would be the same as Major Generals.
Also, since the Cabinet Secretary is the highest civil servant of India, his status is higher than the General of Indian Army.
The Correct Equivalence – The Order of Precedence:
The correct equivalence however, only virtually exists. The status of various officer holders are given below in the decreasing order of precedence. And this defines their status equivalence in All India Services. This means that person below the status of preceding person must salute/greet the person with higher status:
Rank
Officer
1
President
2
Vice-President
3
Prime Minister
4
Governors of States
5
Former Presidents
5A
Deputy Prime Minister
6
Chief Justice Speaker of the Lok Sabha
7
Cabinet Ministers of the Union Chief Ministers of States Deputy Chairman of the NITI Aayog Former Prime Ministers Leaders of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha
7A
Holders of the Bharat Ratna
8
Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and the High Commissioners of Commonwealth countries accredited to India Chief Ministers of States (when outside their respective States) Governors of States (when outside their respective States)
9
Judges of the Supreme Court of India
9A
Chairman, Union Public Service Commission Chief Election Commissioner Comptroller and Auditor General
10
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chief Ministers of States Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha Members of the NITI Aayog Ministers of States of the Union
11
Lieutenants Governor of Union Territories (within their respective Union Territories) Attorney General Cabinet Secretary
12
Chiefs of Staff holding the rank of full General or equivalent rank
13
Envoys Extraordinary and Ministers Plenipotentiary accredited to India
14
Chief Justices of States Chairmen and Speakers of State Legislatures (within their respective States)
15
Chief Ministers of Union Territories (within their respective Union Territories) Cabinet Ministers in States (within their respective States) Chief Executive Councillor of Delhi (within their respective Union Territories) Deputy Ministers of the Union
16
Officiating Chiefs of Staff holding the rank of Lieutenant-General or equivalent rank
17
Judges of High Courts, Chairman, Central Administrative Tribunal Chairman, Minorities Commission Chairman, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission
18
Cabinet Ministers in States (outside their respective States) Chairmen and Speakers of State Legislatures (outside their respective States) Chairman, Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission Deputy Chairmen and Deputy Speakers of State Legislatures (within their respective States) Ministers of State in States (within their respective States) Ministers of Union Territories and Executive Councillors of Delhi (within their respective Union Territories) Speakers of Legislative Assemblies in Union Territories Chairman of Delhi Metropolitan Council (within their respective Union Territories)
19
Chief Commissioners of Union Territories not having Councils of Ministers (within their respective Union Territories) Deputy Ministers in States (within their respective States) Deputy Speakers of Legislative Assemblies in Union Territories Deputy Chairman of Delhi Metropolitan Council (with in their respective Union Territories)
20
Deputy Chairmen and Deputy Speakers of State Legislatures (outside their respective States) Ministers of State in States (outside their respective State)
21
Members of Parliament
22
Deputy Ministers in States (outside their respective States)
23
Secretaries to Government of India Army Commanders/Vice Chief of the Army Staff or equivalent in other Services Chief Secretaries to State Governments (within their respective States) Commissioner for Linguistic Minorities Commissioner for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Members, Minorities Commission Members, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission Officers of the rank of full General or equivalent rank Secretary, Minorities Commission Secretary, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission Secretary to the President Secretary to the Prime Minister Secretary, Rajya Sabha/Lok Sabha Solicitor General Vice-Chairman, Central Administrative Tribunal
24
Lieutenant Generals Air Marshals Vice Admirals
25
Additional Secretaries to Government of India Advocate Generals of States Additional Solicitor Generals Chairman, Tariff Commission Charge Affairs and Acting High Commissioners a pied and ad. interim. Chief Ministers of Union Territories (outside their respective Union Territories) Chief Executive Councillor of Delhi (outside their respective Union Territories) Chief Secretaries of State Governments (outside their respective States) Deputy Comptroller and Auditor General Deputy Speakers of Legislative Assemblies in Union Territories Chairman of Delhi Metropolitan Council (outside their respective Union Territories) Deputy Chairman of Delhi Metropolitan Council (outside their respective Union Territories) Director of the Intelligence Bureau Director, Central Bureau of Investigation Director-General, Border Security Force Director-General, Central Reserve Police Force Lieutenants Governor of Union Territories (outside their respective Union Territories) Members, Central Administrative Tribunal Members, Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission Members, Union Public Service Commission Ministers of Union Territories and Executives Councillors of Delhi Principal Staff Officers of the Armed Forces of the rank of Major General or equivalent rank Speakers of Legislative Assemblies in Union Territories
26
Joint Secretaries to Government of India Major Generals Rear Admirals Air Vice Marshals
Conclusion:
It is very hard to define exact rank equivalence of defence officers with their other counterparts as there are many criterion to be considered. However, the one that should be followed is the order of precedence that defines the status of the personnel in the order.
Keeping in mind the welfare of the children of martyrs and those disabled in action, the government has given official approval for setting up of two boarding schools for them.
This step came after the government capped at Rs 10,000 per month the educational assistance it gives to children of martyrs or those disabled in action. The cap was put in action as some people were misusing the scheme.
The Scheme:
Under the scheme, rolled out in 1972, tuition fee of children of martyrs or those disabled in action were completely waived in schools, colleges and other professional educational institutions.
Misusing the Capped Amout:
The combined amount of tuition fee and hostel charges has been capped at Rs 10,000 per month in accordance with the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission as accepted by the Government of India.
Out of a total 2,679 students during the year 2017-18 (up to December 27, 2017), 193 students have been reported to be drawing more than the capped amount.
Withdrawing of Educational Assistance:
On July 1, 2017, the government had issued an order capping the amount at Rs 10,000 per month, triggering discontentment among all the three services. Somehow, this scheme was misused by some and the purpose of providing quality education to children of personnel who lost their lives for the nation, was not fulfilled.
Once the schools become operational, the government may be conveyed that it can withdraw the educational assistance scheme. Gen. Rawat said the two educational institutions will be developed on the lines of Delhi’s Sanskriti School. One school will be built in Pathankot and the other will come up either in Bhopal or Secunderabad.
Children Impacted:
The Chiefs of Staff Committee sent a written letter to the Ministry of Defence requesting to remove the cap. However, the government later refused to modify the cap. When the decision was taken by the government, nearly 3,400 children from the armed forces were impacted.
Still Time for Schools to Become Operational:
It may take 3 to 4 years for the schools to become operational. Till then the Army will take care of the financial need of children of martyrs or those disabled in action, if government does not provide them funds.
After graduating from the two boarding schools, the students can study in the Army-run colleges.
Conclusion:
Two boarding schools for children of martyrs and those disabled in action will come up at Pathankot and either Secunderabad or Bhopal. This action was taken keeping in mind the fact that the financial incentives being provided for the educational welfare of these children were being misused.
Your Views?
The soldiers of our armed forces do not think twice before going beyond the call of duty and sacrificing their lives. Should the government think to cap the funds that allow a secure future to the children of these martyrs? What are your views on this?
Indian army official website has published the JAG 21 Notification, JAG 21 or Judge Advocate General21 is a special entry for both male and female law graduates. All law graduates (both Male and Female), who want to join the Indian army judge advocate general branch can apply through this entry. There won’t be any written exam, if shortlisted, you will directly face the SSB Interview. How To Prepare for SSB Interview:
Below we have mentioned few details related to JAG 21 notification and you can read more on the official notification of JAG 21 linked below.
JAG 21 Eligibility
Nationality – The candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit – The candidate must be of the age between 21-27 years. 21 to 27 years as on 01 Jul 2018 (Born not earlier than 02 Jul 91 and not later than 01 Jul 97 both dates inclusive). The date mentioned in matriculation certificate will be considered as final. No other document will be accepted for age declaration and no further change request will be entertained.
Educational Qualification – The candidate must have scored 55% marks in LLB graduation degree (3 years professional after graduation or 5 years after 10+2) and the candidate must be eligible for registration with Bar council of India/ State. Candidates having studied in the college/ university which are not recognized by the Bar council of India will not be accepted.
JAG 21 Vacancies: Men – 07 , Women – 07
Starting And Ending Dates Of Application Forms – ONLINE APPLICATION WILL OPEN ON 16 JAN 2018 AT 1200 HRS AND WILL CLOSE ON 13 FEB 2018 AT 1200 HRS
How To Apply for JAG 21
Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in
On the officers row, click on Apply/Login.
There you will find registration. Click on it.
Follow the instructions and fill up your basic details.
After entering your details, the website will show you the list of entries available for you.
Now submit the application after checking the entire application form again, save the application and take 2 printouts of the application for future use.
JAG 21 Medical Standards
The candidate must be fit as per the physical standards mentioned in the guidelines available at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
The candidates, who will be recommended by the SSB, will be further sent for medical examination. Those who pass the exam will be accepted.
JAG 21 Selection Procedure
The selection procedure of the JAG entry is as follows-
The shortlisting of candidates on the basis of the academic performance will be done by Recruiting Directorate, Integrated Headquarter of MoD (Army). The list of shortlisted candidates will be put on joinindianarmy.nic.in.
The shortlisted candidates will be allotted SSB centers and date of reporting will be sent to them by e-mail or SMS.
The candidates, who will report at the mentioned SSB center on mentioned date, will face stage 1 (Screening) and Stage 2 (psychology, GTO and personal interview).
Those who pass the sage 1 will stay for stage 2 and those who fail in stage one will be set free on the same day.
Candidates who will get recommendation after stage 2 will undergo documentation and will be sent for medical examination.
Training
The candidates who will get their names in the final merit list, will be called for training in Officers Training Academy, Chennai.
The training will last for 49 weeks and the cadets will be granted commission in the rank of lieutenant after the completion of the training.
As per the guidelines and rules, the candidates are neither allowed to marry during training, nor will they not be allowed to live with parents or guardians.
Any candidate found married before or during the training will be discharged from the training.
The government of India will manage all expenses of the training of the cadets. The cadets will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma in Defense Management and Strategic Studies by the university of Madras after the end of the training.
Indian Air force has published the AFCAT 1 2019 notification today on their official website, candidates can now apply for the AFCAT exam which is going to held in 2019. AFCAT 1 2019 will be the first phase of AFCAT exam in 2019 and candidates who are interested to join the Indian airforce cand apply for Flying, Technical and non-technical branches of Indian air force through AFCAT 1 2019. We suggest you to read the complete details related to AFCAT 1 2019 before applying for it like AFCAT 1 2019 application form, age limits, education qualitification, written exam details, merit list and AFSB interview dates. The AFCAT 1 2019 is a great way to join the Indian air force and one of the best defence exam in terms of comfort and speed of result. Boys and Girls can apply for the AFCAT 1 2019 online at their website afcat.cdac.in. To get the maximum deserving candidates for the entries, the Airforce authorities have planned a selection eligibility criteria, which is different for the entries of the exam. AFCAT 1 2019 exam will be conducted at various online centre across the country. AFCAT 1 2019 has a question paper of 100 questions with 300 maximum marks. More details related to AFCAT 1 2019 is mentioned below:
Branch And Course Number
Flying – (207/21F/SSC/M & W)
Ground Duty Technical – 206/21T/PC/ M and 206/21T/ SSC/M & W
Ground Duty Non-Technical – 206/21G/ PC/M and 206/21G/ SSC/M & W
Permanent Commission (PC) for Men. Candidates joining as PC officers would continue to serve till the age of superannuation in their respective branches as per their rank
Short Service Commission (SSC) for Men & Women.
The engagement period for Flying Branch (Men and Women) SSC Officers is fourteen years from the date of Commissioning (Non extendable).
The initial tenure for Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) SSC Officers would be for a period of ten years. An extension of four years may be granted subject to service requirements, availability of vacancies, willingness, suitability and merit.
Eligibility Criteria
Flying Branch
Age limit: Flying Branch through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry: 20 to 24 years as on 01 Jan 2020 i.e. born between 02 January 1996 to 01 January 2000 (both dates inclusive).Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 years i.e. born between 02 January 1994 to 01 January 2000 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification
– A graduate candidate with minimum 60% marks and must have scored minimum 60%marks in Maths and Physics in 10+2 in 12th standard.
– B.Tech/ B.E candidates who have scored minimum 60% marks and have scored 60% marks in maths and physics in 10+2 in 12th standard are also eligible for it.
Ground Duty Technical
Age Limit – Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch: 20 to 26 years as on 01 Jan 2020 i.e. born between 02 January 1994 to 01 January 2000 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification – The candidate must have B.Tech/ B.E degree in notified streams as mentioned in the official notification of the IAF with minimum 60% marks and have scored minimum 60% marks in Physics and Maths in 10+2 standard are eligible for technical entry.
Ground Duty Non-Technical
Age – Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch: 20 to 26 years as on 01 Jan 2020 i.e. born between 02 January 1994 to 01 January 2000 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification –
Administration and Logistics – Graduation degree with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
Accounts – B.Com Degree with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
Education – Post graduate degree (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 minimum 50% marks, along with minimum 60% marks in graduation.
Marital Status: Candidates below 25 years of age must be unmarried at the time of commencement of course. Widows/Widowers and divorcees (with or without encumbrances) below 25 years of age are also not eligible. A candidate who marries subsequent to the date of his application though successful at SSB or medical will not be eligible for training. A candidate who marries during the period of training shall be discharged and will be liable to refund all expenditure incurred on him by the Government. Married candidates above 25 years of age are eligible to apply but during training period they will neither be provided married accommodation nor can they live out with family.
Selection Procedure
The AFCAT exam is the first stage of the selection procedure. After clearing the exam, the candidates can opt the date and selection centres as per their choice on the portal at careerairforce.
The screening test is the first stage of the interview, which consists of verbal, nonverbal tests and a PPDT test. The selected candidates will stay at the centres for further selection tests and those who could not qualify it, would be set free on the same day.
The next stage consists of a personal interview, Psychology and GTO tests, PABT (for flying only), on the last day conference will be conducted after which, the final result is announced. The selected candidates are sent for medical examination.
AFCAT Online Exam Pattern
AFCAT Question Paper Sections, Questions Marks and Time
Section
Questions
Marks
Time
General Awareness
25
75
2 hours
Verbal Ability in English
25
75
Numerical Ability
18
54
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
32
96
Important Dates
AFCAT 1 2019 online application will be published on 01 Dec 2018
AFCAT 1 2019 online exam will be conducted in 16 and 17 Feb 2019
Conclusion – The candidates have significant time to prepare and compete for AFCAT 1 2019. Those who are appearing in their graduation course as mentioned above in the educational qualification criteria can target the exam. The exam comes with the moderate difficulty level and a strategically approach can bring marks over the cut-off.
Indian army has published the SSB interview date for Territorial army 2017, out of thousands of candidates only 19 candidates were able to make it for the SSB interview. Below is the list of candidates who are suggested to report at SCC Bhopal at 1400 hrs on 11 Mar 2018. How To Prepare for SSB Interview:
India is among the world’s largest and powerful militaries in the world. Apart from its army, the Indian Navy and Air Force are also one of the best and advanced forces in the world. India today is involved with military exercises from around the world with many countries to maintain good diplomatic relationships with them. How To Prepare for SSB Interview:
Here we bring you the joint exercises that India conducts with other countries. This is an important topic from the defence exams point of view.
Army Joint Exercises:
S. No.
Country
Exercise
1.
Australia
Ex AUSTRA HIND
2.
Bangladesh
Ex SAMPRITI
3.
China
Ex HAND IN HAND
4.
France
Ex SHAKTI
5.
Indonesia
Ex GARUDA SHAKTI
6.
Kazakhstan
Ex PRABALDOSTYK
7.
Kyrgyzstan
Ex KHANJAR
8.
Maldives
Ex EKUVERIN
9.
Mongolia
Ex NOMADIC ELEPHANT
Ex KHAN QUEST
10.
Nepal
Ex SURYA KIRAN (BIANNUAL)
11.
Oman
AL NAGAH (SUCCESS)
12.
Russia
Ex INDRA
13.
Seychelles
Ex LAMITIYE
14.
Singapore
Ex AGNI WARRIOR
Ex BOLD KURUKHESTRA
15.
Sri Lanka
Ex MITRA SHAKTI
16.
Thailand
Ex MAITREE
Ex COBRA GOLD (Observer Plus)
17.
UK
Ex AJEYA WARRIOR
18.
USA
Ex YUDHABHAYAS
Ex VAJRAPRAHAR
Navy Joint Exercises:
S. No.
Country
Exercise
1.
Australia
AUSINDEX
KAKADU
2.
Brazil & South Africa
IBSAMAR
3.
Brunei
ADMM+ Exercise (Multilateral)
4.
France
VARUNA
5.
Indonesia
IND-INDO CORPAT (Bi-annual)
IND-INDO BILAT
Ex KOMODO (HADR) (Multilateral)
6.
Malaysia
ARFDIREx
7.
Myanmar
IMCOR
8.
Oman
Naseem-al-Bahr
9.
Russia
INDRA NAVY
10.
Singapore
SIMBEX
11.
Sri Lanka
SLINEX
IN-SLN SF Exercise
12.
Thailand
INDO-THAI CORPAT (Bi-annual)
13.
UK
KONKAN
14.
USA
MALABAR
RIMPAC (Multilateral)
Air Force Joint Exercises:
S. No.
Country
Exercise
1.
France
Ex GARUDA-V
2.
Oman
Ex EASTERN BRIDGE-IV
3.
Russia
Ex AVIAINDRA-14
4.
Singapore
JOINT MILITARY TRAINING
5.
Thailand
SIAM BHARAT
6.
UAE
Ex DESERT EAGLE-II
7.
UK
Ex INDRADHANUSH-IV
8.
USA
Ex RED FLAG
Conclusion:
India conducts joint exercises with various countries to maintain good diplomatic relationships with them. The list contains all the exercises that Indian Military undertakes. 1-2 questions can be asked from this topic in AFCAT, CDSE or NDA exam. Hence, it is critical that you remember these exercises by heart.
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is a recruitment exam conducted by Air Force (IAF). The exam is conducted twice a year in the month of February and August. AFCAT recruits 3 branches of Air Force-Flying Branch (Short Service Commission), Technical branch (Permanent and Short Service Commission) and Ground Duty Branch (Permanent and Short Service Commission). AFCAT Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) is the exam that assesses the knowledge of engineering that is needed for technical branch.
The knowledge from Aeronautical Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical) is tested. All applicants have to answer AFCAT and EKT and this is applicable to only those who are aiming at the technical branch. EKT is a 45 minute exam and is held immediately after AFCAT. The total time duration for AFCAT exam is 2 hours and is conducted online, practice with AFCAT EKT Mock Test to increase your speed and accuracy.
Syllabus of the AFCAT
English: Comprehension, Error Detection, Sentence Completion/Filling in of correct word, Synonyms, Antonyms and Testing of Vocabulary, Idioms and Phrases
General Awareness: History, Geography, Civics, Politics, Current Affairs, Environment, Basic Science, Defence, Art, Culture, Sports, etc
Numerical Ability: Decimal Fraction, Time and Work, Average, Profit & Loss, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion and Simple Interest, Time & Distance (Trains/Boats & Streams)
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test: Verbal Skills and Spatial Ability
(a) General Awareness
History
Sports
Geography
Environment
Civics
Basic Science
Defence
Art
Culture
Current Affairs
Politics
(b) Verbal Ability in English
Comprehension
Error Detection
Sentence Completion
Synonyms
Antonyms
Testing of Vocabulary
(c) Numerical Ability
Decimal Fraction
Simplification
Average
Profit & loss
Percentage
Ratio & Proportion
Simple Interest
(d) Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
Verbal Skills
Spatial Ability
Standard of AFCAT Question Paper:
The standard of Numerical Ability Questions will be of Matriculation level. The standard of questions in other subjects will be of graduation level (Indian University).
The Online examination will consist of objective type questions and will be in English only for both AFCAT and EKT
AFCAT Marking Scheme
Three marks for every correct attempt
One mark for every incorrect attempt
No marks for unattempted questions
Questions will be based on the metric system of Weights & Measures wherever applicable. Candidates must appear for the Online AFCAT in person. Under no circumstance will any scribe or another candidate be allowed to appear/ assist in the exam. Air Force has the discretion to fix qualifying marks in any or all the subjects of the examination.
AFCAT EKT Syllabus
SYLLABUS FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING Fundamental Engineering
Engineering Mathematics. Matrix Algebra, Eigen values and Eigen vectors, Theorems of integral calculus, Partial derivatives, Maxima and minima, Multiple integrals, Stokes, Gauss and Green’s theorems. First order differential equation (linear and nonlinear), Cauchy’s and Euler’s equations, Complex variables, Taylor’s and Laurent’ series, Sampling theorems, Mean, Median, Mode and Standard deviation, Random variables, Discrete and Continuous distributions, Fourier transform, Laplace transform, Ztransform.
Engineering Physics. Units for measurement, Description of Motion in One, Two and Three dimensions, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Electric Current, Magnetic Effect of Currents, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents and Electromagnetic Waves, Ray Optics and Optical Instruments.
Engineering Drawing. Projection of straight line, planes and solids, Intersection of surfaces, Isometric Projection, Sectional Views of solids, Full section, Introduction to ComputerAided Drafting
Specialisation Branch Topics
Analog and Digital Electronics. Characteristics of diodes, BJT, FET, JFET and MOSFET, Amplifiers – biasing, equivalent circuit and frequency response, Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, Operational amplifiers – characteristics and applications, Simple active filters, VCOs and timers, Combinational and sequential logic circuits, Multiplexer, Schmitt trigger, Multi-vibrators, Sample and hold circuits, A/D and D/A converters, 8-bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.
Electronic Devices. Energy bands in Silicon, Intrinsic and extrinsic Silicon, Carrier transport in Silicon – diffusion current, drift current, mobility, and resistivity. Generation and recombination of carriers, p-n junction diode, Zener diode, tunnel diode, BJT, JFET, MOS capacitor, MOSFET, LED, PIN and avalanche photo diode, Basics of LASER.
Computer Networks. ISO/OSI stack, LAN technologies (Ethernet, Token ring), Flow and error control techniques, Congestion control, TCP/UDP and sockets, IPv4, Application layer protocols (icmp, dns, smtp, pop, ftp, http), Basic concepts of hubs, switches, gateways, and routers. Network security – basic concepts of public key and private key cryptography, digital signature, firewalls. Basic concepts of client-server computing.
Network Theory Design. Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Reciprocity, Superposition, Compensation, Miller’s, Tellegen’s and Maximum power transfer theorems. Impulse, step, ramp and sinusoidal response analysis of first order and second order circuits. Two port parameters and their interrelations, Application of Laplace transform and Fourier series in the context of network analysis, Network synthesis.
Switching Theory. Traffic definitions, Introduction to switching networks, classification of switching systems. Grade of Service and blocking probability, Basics of Circuit switching and packet switching. Network traffic load and parameters, Modelling of switching systems, Incoming traffic and service time characterisation, Blocking models and loss estimates, Delay systems – Markovian queuing model, M/M/1 model, Limited queue capacity, Multiple server, Finite sources, Queue discipline.
Information Technology. Operating System – Processes, threads, interprocess communication, Concurrency, Synchronization, Deadlock, CPU scheduling, Memory management and virtual memory, File systems, I/O systems, Protection and security. RDBMS – ER-model, Relational model (relational algebra, tuple calculus), Database design (integrity constraints, normal forms), Query languages (SQL), File structures (sequential files, indexing, B and B+ trees), Transactions and concurrency control. Software engineering – Information gathering, requirement and feasibility analysis, data flow diagrams, process specifications, input/output design, process life cycle, planning and managing the project, design, coding, testing, implementation, maintenance. Programming in C, Object Oriented Programming, basics of computer graphics.
Allied Engineering
Electrical Engineering. Single phase transformer – equivalent circuit, phasor diagram, tests, regulation and efficiency, Auto-transformer, Energy conversion principles, DC machines – types, windings, generator characteristics, armature reaction and commutation; Servo and stepper motors, Synchronous machines, Generators –regulation and parallel operation.
Control Engineering. Application of open loop and closed loop systems, Principles of feedback, Determination of transfer function by block diagram reduction method, Time domain analysis of first and second order systems, transient and steady-state errors, damping and oscillations.
Telecommunication Systems. Analog communication – amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation systems, Superheterodyne receivers, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), Fundamentals of information theory and channel capacity theorem. Digital communication systems – Pulse Code Modulation (PCM), Differential Pulse Code Modulation (DPCM), Digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency shift keying schemes (ASK, PSK, FSK), Basics of TDMA, FDMA and CDMA. Fundamentals of mobile communication. Fundamentals of optical fibre communication.
Antenna and Wave Propagation. Antenna parameters, Effective length and aperture, Gain, Beamwidth, Directivity, Radiation resistance, Efficiency, Polarization, Impedance and Directional characteristics of antenna, Reflection, refraction, interference and diffraction of radio waves. Fundamentals ground wave, space wave, sky wave and troposcatter propagation.
Radar Theory. Radar range equation, Frequencies of operation, Fundamentals of Moving Target Indicator (MTI), Pulse Doppler Radar, Tracking radar.
Instrumentation. Accuracy, precision and repeatability, Electronic instruments for measuring basic parameters, Theory of Oscilloscopes, Signal generators, Signal analysers, Characteristics and construction of transducers. SYLLABUS FOR ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING Fundamental Engineering
Engineering Mathematics. Matrix Algebra, Eigen values and Eigen vectors, Theorems of integral calculus, Partial derivatives, Maxima and minima, Multiple integrals, Stokes, Gauss and Green’s theorems. First order differential equation (linear and nonlinear), Cauchy’s and Euler’s equations, Complex variables, Taylor’s and Laurent’ series, Sampling theorems, Mean, Median, Mode and Standard deviation, Random variables, Discrete and Continuous distributions, Fourier transform, Laplace transform, Ztransform.
Engineering Physics. Units for measurement, Description of Motion in One, Two and Three dimensions, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Electric Current, Magnetic Effect of Currents, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents and Electromagnetic Waves, Ray Optics and Optical Instruments.
Engineering Drawing. Projection of straight line, planes and solids, Intersection of surfaces, Isometric Projection, Sectional Views of solids, Full section, Introduction to ComputerAided Drafting.
Specialisation Branch Topics
Analog and Digital Electronics. Characteristics of diodes, BJT, FET, JFET and MOSFET, Amplifiers – biasing, equivalent circuit and frequency response, Oscillators and feedback amplifiers, Operational amplifiers – characteristics and applications, Simple active filters, VCOs and timers, Combinational and sequential logic circuits, Multiplexer, Schmitt trigger, Multi-vibrators, Sample and hold circuits, A/D and D/A converters, 8-bit microprocessor basics, architecture, programming and interfacing.
Electrical Engineering. Single phase transformer – equivalent circuit, phasor diagram, tests, regulation and efficiency, Three phase transformers – connections, parallel operation, Autotransformer; Energy conversion principles, DC machines – types, windings, generator characteristics, armature reaction and commutation, starting and speed control of motors, Single phase and Three phase induction motors – principles, types, performance characteristics, starting and speed control, Starting motors, Servo and stepper motors, Synchronous machines Generators – performance, regulation and parallel operation.
Electronic Devices. Energy bands in Silicon, Intrinsic and extrinsic Silicon, Carrier transport in Silicon – diffusion current, drift current, mobility, and resistivity. Generation and recombination of carriers, p-n junction diode, Zener diode, tunnel diode, BJT, JFET, MOS capacitor, MOSFET, LED, PIN and avalanche photo diode, Basics of LASER. Device technology – integrated circuits fabrication process, oxidation, diffusion, ion implantation, photolithography, n-tub, p-tub and twin-tub CMOS process.
Control Engineering. Application of open loop and closed loop systems, Principles of feedback, Determination of transfer function by block diagram reduction method, Time domain analysis of first and second order systems, transient and steady-state errors, damping and oscillations, Routh and Nyquist techniques, Bode plots, Root loci, Lag, lead and lead-lag compensation, State space model, State transition matrix, Controllability and observability.
Telecommunication Systems. Random signals and noise – probability, random variables, probability density function, autocorrelation, power spectral density. Analog communication – amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation systems, spectral analysis of these operations, superheterodyne receivers, elements of hardware, realisations of analog communication systems, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) calculations for AM and FM. Fundamentals of information theory and channel capacity theorem. Digital communication systems – Pulse Code Modulation (PCM), Differential Pulse Code Modulation (DPCM), Digital modulation schemes: amplitude, phase and frequency shift keying schemes (ASK, PSK, FSK), Matched filter receivers, Bandwidth consideration and probability of error calculations for these schemes. Basics of TDMA, FDMA and CDMA. Fundamentals of mobile communication. Fundamentals of optical fibre communication.
Antenna and Wave Propagation. Antenna parameters, Radiation from a current element in free space, Reciprocity theorem, Resonant and non-resonant antenna, Effective length and aperture, gain, beamwidth, directivity, radiation resistance, efficiency, polarization, impedance and directional characteristics of antenna, antenna temperature. Phased array antenna, Mechanism of radio wave propagation, Reflection, refraction, interference and diffraction of radio waves. Theory of ground wave, space wave, sky wave and troposcatter propagation.
Allied Engineering Topics
Instrumentation. Accuracy, precision and repeatability, Electronic instruments for measuring basic parameters, Theory of Oscilloscopes, Signal generators, Signal analysers, Characteristics and construction of transducers.
Computer Networks. ISO/OSI stack, LAN technologies (Ethernet, Token ring), Flow and error control techniques, Congestion control, TCP/UDP and sockets, IPv4, Application layer protocols (icmp, dns, smtp, pop, ftp, http); Basic concepts of hubs, switches, gateways, and routers.
Network Theory Design. Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Reciprocity, Superposition, Compensation, Miller’s, Tellegen’s and Maximum power transfer theorems. Impulse, step, ramp and sinusoidal response analysis of first order and second order circuits. Two port parameters and their interrelations, Application of Laplace transform and Fourier series in the context of network analysis, Network synthesis.
Switching Theory. Traffic definitions, Introduction to switching networks, classification of switching systems. Grade of Service, Basics of Circuit switching and packet switching.
Information Technology. Fundamentals of operating system, RDBMS terminologies, Object Oriented Programming, Basics of computer graphics.
Radar Theory. Radar range equation, Frequencies of operation, fundamentals of Moving Target Indicator (MTI), Pulse Doppler Radar, Tracking radar. SYLLABUS FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Fundamental Engineering
Engineering Mathematics. Matrix Algebra, Eigen values and Eigen vectors, Theorems of integral calculus, Partial derivatives, Maxima and minima, Multiple integrals, Stokes, Gauss and Green’s theorems. First order differential equation (linear and nonlinear), Cauchy’s and Euler’s equations, Complex variables, Taylor’s and Laurent’ series, Sampling theorems, Mean, Median, Mode and Standard deviation, Random variables, Discrete and Continuous distributions, Fourier transform, Laplace transform, Ztransform.
Engineering Physics. Units for measurement, Description of Motion in One, Two and Three dimensions, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Electric Current, Magnetic Effect of Currents, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents and Electromagnetic Waves, Ray Optics and Optical Instruments.
Engineering Graphics/Engineering Drawing. Principles of orthographic projections, projections of points, lines, planes and solids, Section of solids, Isometric views, Auto-CAD.
Specialization Branch Topics
Engineering Mechanics. Equations of equilibrium in space and its application; first and second moments of area; simple problems on friction; kinematics of particles for plane motion; elementary particle dynamics. Generalized Hooke’s law and its application; design problems on axial stress, shear stress and bearing stress; material properties for dynamic loading; bending shear and stresses in beams; determination of principle stresses and strains – analytical and graphical; material behaviour and design factors for dynamic load; design of circular shafts for bending and torsional load only; deflection of beam for statically determinate problems; theories of failure.
Thermodynamics. Basic concept of First –law and second law of Thermodynamics; concept of entropy and reversibility; availability and unavailability and irreversibility. Classification and properties of fluids; incompressible and compressible fluids flows; effect of Mach number and compressibility; continuity momentum and energy equations; normal and oblique shocks; one dimensional isentropic flow; flow or fluids in duct with frictions that transfer. Flow through fans, blowers and compressors; axial and centrifugal flow configuration; design of fans and compressors
Theory of Machines. Kinematic and dynamic analysis of plane mechanisms. Cams, Gears and epicyclic gear trains, flywheels, governors, balancing of rigid rotors, balancing of single and multicylinder engines, linear vibration analysis of mechanical systems (single degree of freedom), Critical speeds and whirling of shafts. flywheels, balancing of rotors and reciprocating machinery, balancing machines, governors, free and forced vibration of damped and undamped single degree of freedom systems, isolation, whirling of shafts, gyroscope.
Manufacturing Science. Foundry Technology, Melting furnaces, Special casting processes, Gating and riser design, Casting defects, Arc welding, TIG, MIG, submerged arc, resistance welding, Gas welding, Flash butt welding, Solid state welding, Welding metallurgy, Forming Technology, Powder metallurgy.
Materials Science. Basic concepts on structure of solids; common ferrous and nonferrous materials and their applications; heat-treatment of steels; non-metals- plastics, ceramics, composite materials and nano-materials.
Machine Drawing. Development and Intersection of surfaces, Conventional representation of machine elements, materials, surface finish and tolerances – Sectional views and additional views – Drawing of Screw threads, locking devices, Fasteners, Keys and Cotters, Knuckle joints, Riveted Joints, Shaft Couplings and Bearings – Pipe Joints, Assembly and production drawings.
Allied Engineering
Automotive Engineering. Introduction, power plant, fuel system, electrical system and other electrical fittings, lubricating system and cooling systems, chassis and transmission, axles, clutches, propeller shafts and differential, Condition for correct steering, steering gear mechanisms, automotive air conditioning, Tyres, effect of working parameters on knocking, reduction of knocking; Forms of combustion chamber for SI and CI engines; rating of fuels; additives; emission.
Power Plant Engineering. Steam power plant, steam boilers, steam condensers, cooling towers, cogeneration and combined cycles, nuclear power plants, hydroelectric power plants, power plant economics.
Industrial Engineering. System design: factory location- simple OR models; plant layout
methods based; applications of engineering economic analysis and break- even analysis for product selection, process selection and capacity planning; predetermined time standards. System planning; forecasting methods based on regression and decomposition, design and balancing of multi model and stochastic assembly lines; inventory management – probabilistic inventory models for order time and order quantity determination; JIT systems; strategic sourcing; managing inter plant logistics.
Flight Mechanics. Atmosphere: Properties, standard atmosphere. Classification of aircraft. Airplane (fixed wing aircraft) configuration and various parts. Airplane performance: Pressure altitude; equivalent, calibrated, indicated air speeds; Primary flight instruments: Altimeter, ASI, VSI, Turn-bank indicator. Drag polar; takeoff and landing; steady climb & descent,-absolute and service ceiling; cruise, cruise climb, endurance or loiter; load factor, turning flight, V-n diagram; Winds: head, tail & cross winds. Static stability: Angle of attack, sideslip; roll, pitch & yaw controls; longitudinal stick fixed & free stability, horizontal tail position and size; directional stability
Aircraft Structures. Stress and Strain: Equations of equilibrium, constitutive law, straindisplacement relationship, compatibility equations, plane stress and strain, Airy’s stress function. Flight Vehicle Structures: Characteristics of aircraft structures and materials, torsion, bending and flexural shear. Flexural shear flow in thinwalled sections. Buckling. Failure theories. Loads on aircraft. Structural Dynamics: Free and forced vibration of discrete systems. Damping and resonance. Dynamics of continuous systems.
Aerodynamics. Basic Fluid Mechanics: Incompressible irrotational flow, Helmholtz and Kelvin theorem, singularities and superposition, viscous flows, boundary layer on a flat plate. Airfoils and wings: Classification of airfoils, aerodynamic characteristics, high lift devices, Kutta Joukowski theorem; lift generation; thin airfoil theory; wing theory; induced drag; qualitative treatment of low aspect ratio wings. Viscous Flows: Flow separation, introduction to turbulence, transition, structure of a turbulent boundary layer. Compressible Flows: Dynamics and Thermodynamics of I-D flow, isentropic flow, normal shock, oblique shock.
The Scheme of National Awards for Bravery was started by Indian Council for Child Welfare to give due recognition to the children who distinguish themselves by performing outstanding deeds of bravery and meritorious service and to inspire other children to emulate their example since 1957. How To Prepare for SSB Interview:
Applications are received from various sources such as Central/State Government Departments, Panchayats, Zila Parishads, Police Departments, School authorities as well as State and Union Territory Councils for Child Welfare.
The selection is made by a high-powered committee constituted by ICCW comprising representatives from the President’s and Vice-President’s Secretariats, Ministries of Women and Child Development, Human Resource Development (Department of Education), Youth Affairs & Sports, Social Justice & Empowerment, Health & Family Welfare, Railways, Defence, Home Affairs, Information & Broadcasting, Rural Development, Labour as well as the Police Department, All India Radio, Doordarshan, organisations such as National Bal Bhavan, SOS Children’s Villages of India, R.K. Mission and Office Bearers of ICCW.
The Awardees:
Nazia, 16:
Nazia challenged the illegal business of gambling and betting, rampant for decades in the neighbouring house. The residents and shopkeepers were harassed and terrified. Nazia showed no fear in this difficult and dangerous situation. Nazia courageously collected related evidence and informed the Police on 13 July 2016. As a result, four people were arrested and the illegal gambling business was stopped.
Nazia courageously faced and endured threats to her life. It had become impossible for her to leave the house and even go to school. The miscreants followed her and tried to kidnap her. Nazia and her family members were also beaten up. Her health was badly affected. Brave Nazia did not give up her fight and informed the administrative officers. Despite this her ordeal continued. Finally, she tweeted the Chief Minister for help. Only then was action initiated against the miscreants and her safety & security ensured. Nazia’s bravery stands out in the crowd as the voice for others and a young girl who fearlessly risked the possibility of a terrifying ending.
Nazia
Netravati M. Chavan, 14 (posth.):
Netravati Chavan was washing clothes at a pond near a stone quarry on 13 May 2017. The pond was full due to the heavy rains. Two young boys, Ganesh and Muthu started swimming in the pond. Netravati suddenly saw the boys drowning. Not showing any fear in this dangerous situation, Netravati swiftly dived into the water to save them. The pond was 30 ft. deep, and
Netravati braved the waters and pulled 16-year-old Muthu to safety.
Netravati’s bravery was further exemplified by endurance, persistence and perseverance for she returned to the pond to rescue 10-year-old Ganesh. Unfortunately, Ganesh in fear gripped Netravati’s neck and she suffocated. Both of them lost their lives. Netravati faced danger without fear. She rushed and fought to save the boys with utmost bravery and met with death.
Netravati
Karanbeer Singh, 16:
On 20 September 2016, young children were returning from school in their school bus. The driver was overspeeding. While crossing a bridge near Attari Village, the vehicle hit a wall along the bridge and plunged into a drain. Water filled the bus in no time and the children had difficulty in breathing and were terrified. Realizing the gravity of the situation, Karanbeer Singh with a predominance of courage, immediately broke open the door and came out of the bus. He was neck deep in the water yet he entered the bus again with determination and helped other children come out of the bus. Karanbeer saved 15 children, though seven lives were lost in the incident. Karanbeer was himself wounded sustaining a deep cut on his forehead above the eye.
The injured children were rushed to the hospital.
Karanbeer Singh rescued from death several precious lives with his tireless efforts & indomitable courage
Karanbeer
Betshwajohn Peinlang, 12:
The incident occurred on 23 October 2016 when Betshwajohn and his 3-year-old brother Arbius were alone at home. The young child was inside when suddenly their hut caught fire. Betshwajohn, who was outside, noticed his entire hut engulfed in flames. He was petrified to think that his younger brother was trapped inside. There was no one around. Betshwajohn, without fear or hesitation, risking his life, entered the burning hut to save the child. Enduring danger and pain, he courageously brought out the child through the flames to safety. Betshwajohn was severely wounded suffering major burn injuries on his right hand and face. His fingers were disfigured in the incident.
Betshwajohn Peinlang with his fearless act of bravery saved his brother from being burned alive.
Betshwajohn
Mamata Dalai, 6:
The incident occurred on 6 April 2017 in Kendrapara district of Odisha. Mamata Dalai and Asanti Dalai (7 years) had gone to a nearby pond to take a bath. A crocodile that had strayed into the village pond from a nearby river suddenly emerged out of the water and attacked Asanti. The 5 feet crocodile clamped its vice-like jaws on her right hand. The crocodile was trying to drag Asanti into the pond. Seeing the turbulent situation, Mamata fearlessly reached out and held Asanti’s left hand and tried to pull her hand away from the crocodile’s jaws. Mamata fought hard to save Asanti. As a result of her strong defence, physical exertion and loud screams, the crocodile lost its grip on Asanti and slipped into the water. Mamata then managed to drag Asanti to safety. As the crocodile pounced on Asanti, she had sustained injuries. The forest officials of the Bhitarkanika National Park managed to catch the crocodile that had strayed and released it into the river. Mamata Dalai saved Asanti’s life with her valourous and bold action.
Mamta Dalai
Sebastian Vincent, 12:
The incident occurred on the morning of 19 July 2016 when Sebastian Vincent and his friends were going to their school on their bicycles. As they were crossing a railway track, one of his friends, Abhijith’s shoe got entangled in the railway track. As a result, Abhijit fell with his bicycle and school bag upon him on the track. Just then, the children noticed a train approaching fast. While all the other children panicked and tried to escape, facing the oncoming danger, Sebastian acted fast to save his friend. First of all, he asked Abhijith to move away from the track. But he found that Abhijith was not able to move at all due to the weight of the bicycle. Without losing a moment, Sebastian jumped onto the track and kicked off the bicycle. He then tried to make Abhijith stand but the victim collapsed and fell down. Acting promptly, with physical strength, Sebastian kicked Abhijit off the track of death and somersaulted in the nick of time before the train passed by. Sebastian’s right hand was fractured in the incident. Sebastian Vincent showed immense courage, skill and bravery in fearlessly saving his friend’s life from the inevitable mishap.
Sebastian
Laxmi Yadav, 16:
On 2 August 2016 at 8.00 p.m., Laxmi Yadav and her friend had parked their motorcycle at Ganesh Nagar Marg and both with talking with each other. Just then a history-sheeter and two of his accomplices reached. They abused and attacked them and snatched the key on their motorcycle. After that one of them forcefully dragged Laxmi onto the bike. The three miscreants abducted Laxmi and took her to an empty plot of land in a desolate area with the intention of sexually assaulting her. Enduring mental trauma in a nerve-racking situation, Laxmi triumphed over her fear with composure. She exemplified a brave quality of spirit that enabled her to face danger. She somehow managed to take out the bike’s key and hid it. When the miscreants tried to get hold of Laxmi, she bravely pushed them away and escaped and ran to the Police Station informing them about the incident. Laxmi Yadav’s dauntless courage to stand up to evil helped to arrest three hardcore criminals.
Laxmi
Mansha N., 13:
Shangpon Konyak, 17:
Yoaknei, 17:
Meribeni (3 years) and Chumben (6 years) were looked after by Mansha after their mother passed away. On 7 August 2016, around 1.30 a.m., Mansha heard the faint struggling cry of Meribeni. She went to check on the girl. To her utter surprise, she saw Meribeni’s father Vanthungo Lota trying to strangulate her to death. With little time to think, brave Mansha immediately acted on the spur of the moment. She snatched the baby, pushed the father away and took the girl with her. A few minutes later, again she heard a faint cry. She immediately rushed to find the father now trying to strangulate his son Chumben with a waist belt. Mansha pushed him away from the child and called for help. Hearing the commotion, children’s maternal uncles staying in the adjacent room rushed to help. As Shangpon & Yoaknei were talking to Mansha to find out what had happened, Vanthungo ran towards the kitchen and brought an axe-like weapon to hack his two kids. He attacked his son with it. Although Yoaknei snatched the baby from the jaws of death. The child was grievously injured in his neck. Brave Yoaknei and Shangpon instinctively acted, confronted and fought together to overpower the kids’ father. Fortunately, the child missed being hacked into two pieces, by few inches. Police were informed. They arrested the culprit and rushed the injured boy to the hospital. Mansha, Shangpon & Yoaknei foiled the attempt of a cold-blooded murder of two children by their father with their dauntless courage and sense of duty.
Mansha
Shangpon
Yoaknei
Chingai Wangsa, 17:
The incident occurred on the morning of 4 September 2016. Most of the villagers were in church when a house caught fire. A 74-year-old man was sleeping inside the house, absolutely unaware of the kitchen going up in flames. Just then, Chingai Wangsa, his neighbour, noticed the flames erupting from the roof next door. Chingai Wangsa rushed towards the burning house but found the door locked from inside. He called out to the occupant but his voice went unheard as the man was hard of hearing. So he banged open the door. Though terrified, he bravely went through the kitchen engulfed in flames and reached the room to find the old man sleeping there. The flames had already reached the ceiling of the room. Chingai Wangsa woke up the old man and brought him out safely. He daringly went back again towards the burning house and rescued the livestock confined in the backyard. The house was completely charred as two LPG cylinders had exploded. Chingai Wangsa’s gallant and timely act saved an old man from burning to death.
Chingai
Samridhi Sushil Sharma, 16:
On the afternoon of 1 July 2016, Samridhi Sharma was alone at home when the doorbell of her house rang. As she opened the door, a person who has covered his face with a mask, enquired about the maid. Samridhi told him that the maid has gone after completing her work. He then asked her for some water to drink. When Samridhi refused to give him water, he took out a knife and put it on her neck. Facing danger without fear, she held the knife back with her left hand and forced him out of the gate. As a result, he slipped and fell near the entrance. The miscreant then snatched his knife and started running out of the compound. In the tussle, the girl’s hand was injured with the knife that cut her vein making her bleed profusely. Notwithstanding the pain of her bleeding hand, Samridhi with resolute courageousness ran after him. The miscreant escaped on his bike but in hustle and bustle, his knife slipped out of his hand. The knife was handed over to the Police. Samridhi had to undergo two surgeries for the injuries she sustained. Samridhi’s strength of mind enabled her to act with courage and valour.
Samridhi
Zonuntluanga, 15:
The incident occurred on the morning of 20 August 2016 when Zonuntluanga and his father were going to a brook in Serchhip District of Mizoram. On the way, noticing some movement, his father stopped to check when suddenly a wild bear jumped and attacked him. The wild bear continued its attack and wounded him severely on his face giving the father no chance to defend himself. Zonuntluanga, who was some distance away, heard his cries and rushed to the spot. Screaming loudly, Zonuntluanga fearlessly approached the bear with a Dao, an axe-like weapon to save his father. Daringly he confronted the bear. With his brave attempt, he succeeded in scaring the bear away. Zonuntluanga took his injured father to the village. He was taken to the hospital for necessary treatment. Risking his own life, Zonuntluanga courageously saved his father from the wild bear.
Zonuntluanga
Pankaj Semwal, 15:
The incident occurred on 10th July 2016 at around 1.00 a.m. in Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. Pankaj Semwal along with his mother and siblings were sleeping in verandah on the second floor of their house. A leopard entered the verandah climbing the staircase & attacked his mother with its claws. The leopard tried to drag his mother to the staircase. But she started crying in pain & shouted loudly. Hearing the cries of his mother, Pankaj woke up. Seeing the grave situation, brave Pankaj overcoming his fear picked up a stick kept nearby and began to scare the leopard away with it. His brother & sisters were shocked and speechless in fear. Pankaj’s continuous fearless confrontation with the leopard forced it to flee. Meanwhile, the villagers gathered. Vimla Devi was injured & bleeding profusely and was taken to the hospital. Pankaj Semwal’s courageous act and fortitude saved his mother from the fatal attack of the wild animal.
Pankaj
Nadaf Ejaj Abdul Rauf, 16:
The incident occurred on 30 April 2017 at Pardi village of District Nanded in Maharashtra. Few women and girls had gone to the bank of a water reservoir built on a river. One of the girls accidentally slipped & fell into the water. Seeing this, Shaikh Afsar entered in the reservoir to save her friend. Since the water was too deep, she too started to drown. Then two other girls Shaikh Afrin & Shaikh Tabassum went to rescue them. Unfortunately, none of these girls knew swimming and had no idea how deep the water was. So they too met the same fate. Hearing their screams, few men who were passing by rushed to their help. Ejaj Abdul Rauf and two other men jumped into the water. Realizing that the girls had already gone into the deep waters, the other two men returned to the shore. However, Ejaj Abdul Rauf, ignoring fear, continued his brave efforts to search in the 20 feet deep waters. Defying the odds against him, his fortitude succeeded in saving Tabassum & Aafrin. Unfortunately, the lives of two other girls could not be saved. Master Ejaj Abdul Rauf did not show fear in the difficult and dangerous situation and saved two precious lives braving all odds.
Nadaf
Loukrakpam Rajeshwori Chanu, 13 (posth.):
The incident occurred on the afternoon of 10 November 2016. Ongbi Kebisana was crossing a wooden suspension bridge along with her daughter Inunganbi (3 years) and another girl Rajeshwori Chanu. The wooden bridge built over the 167 feet wide Imphal river was in a dilapidated condition due to lack of repairs. The little girl stumbled & fell into the river through a hole. Her mother instantly jumped into the water to save her child. But as she did not know swimming, she too started to drown. Seeing this, Rajeshwori Chanu too plunged into the 30 feet deep water. With resolute spirit, she caught hold of the child & her mother and pushed them towards the shore. But as she reached near the shore, she was severely exhausted due to her prolonged struggle in the deep water & cried out for help. The screams were heard by some people from the nearby area who picked up both mother and child. However, Rajeshwori Chanu was carried away by the turbulent stream and could not be traced. After three days of search, her body was recovered from the river. Rajeshwori Chanu made the supreme sacrifice of her life in her bravest of brave efforts to rescue from death two precious lives.
Loukrakpam
Lalchhandama, 17 (posth.):
On the afternoon of 7 May 2017, Lalchhandama and his classmates had gone to river Tlawng, -the longest river of Mizoram, that was 8 km away from the city. They enjoyed swimming for an hour. While they were getting ready to return, one of their friends C. Lalremkima slipped off the mossy rock, lost his balance and fell headlong into the river. Out of panic, he could not swim and started crying for help. Lalchhandama and Lalmuansanga instantly jumped into the water & swam towards the helpless friend. The drowning boy caught hold of Lalmuansanga’s neck making him unable to breathe or swim. As a result, both of them started drowning. Lalchhandama with a predominance of courage freed Lalmuansanga from Lalremkima’s grip & somehow managed to drag him to the shore. Without hesitation, brave Lalchhandama not thinking of the consequences again went into the deep water to rescue the other friend. Despite his repeated efforts, he failed in his attempt and both of them lost their lives. Lalchhandama was fearless in meeting danger and difficulty and sacrificed his life to save his friends.
Lalchhandama
Pankaj Kumar Mahanta, 13:
The incident occurred on the morning of 22 May 2017 at Keonjhar district of Odisha. Three women namely Baijayanti (25 years), Pushpalata (22 years) and Suchita (34 years) had gone to Baitarani river to bathe. Although most of the villagers used to bathe in the river, they were unaware of the recent sand sedimentation due to the sudden influx of rainwater. While bathing, Baijayanti’s foot slipped on the loose sand and she fell into the 20 feet deep and turbulent water. The other two women tried to rescue her but they too started drowning. Noticing this, Pankaj immediately rushed to save them and dived into the deep gorge. The three women were much heavier in weight, compared to Pankaj’s body weight and strength. Putting himself in danger, he pulled all three of them out one by one. Pankaj Kumar Mahanta saved three lives with his bold and courageous act.
Pankaj Kumar Mahanta
The Awardees are invited to Delhi to receive their Awards from the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India on the eve of Republic Day. The children will then take part in the Republic Day Parade.
Engineering graduates who are defence aspirants and want to join the Indian army after their graduation can apply for the SSC Tech 51 men and SSC Tech 22 women. SSC Tech is a technical entry for engineering graduates, it has no written exam and application are shortlisted based on your percentage in engineering. Applications are invited from married/unmarried MALE and unmarried FEMALE Engineering Graduates and also from Widows of Defence Personnel for grant of Short Service Commission in the Indian Army in all Arms/Services. The course shall be commencing in Oct 2018 at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Nationality: A candidate must either be : (i) A citizen of India, or (ii) A subject of Bhutan, or (iii) A subject of Nepal, or (iv) a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st of January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or (v) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka and East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India. Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by Government of India. Certificate of eligibility will however not be necessary in the case of candidates who are Gorkha subjects of Nepal.
Age Limit: – (i) SSC(T)-50 Men and SSC(T)-21 Women:- 20 to 27 years as on 01 Oct 2018 (Candidates born between 02 Oct 91 and 01 Oct 98) (both dates inclusive).(ii) SSCW(Non Tech)(Non UPSC)- For Widows of Defence Personnel who died in harness only. Max 35 years of age as on 01 Oct 2018.
Educational Qualification: Candidates who have passed Engineering Degree course or are in the final year of Engineering course are eligible to apply. The candidates studying in the final year examination of Degree Course should be able to produce the Engineering Degree within 12 weeks from the date of commencement of training at OTA. Such candidates will be inducted on Additional Bond Basis for recovery of the cost of training at OTA as notified from time to time as well as stipend and pay & allowances paid, in case they fail to produce the requisite Degree Certificate within the specified time.
SSC 51 Tech SSCW 22 Important Note: – Candidates must note that the minimum educational qualification for induction into SSC(T)-51 Men and SSC(T)-22 Women is BE/B.Tech degree in the Engineering stream notified below. Therefore, to become eligible for induction into SSC(T)-51 Men and SSC(T)-22 Women course, candidates studying in final year of engineering must complete all the formalities including written, practicals, projects, backlogs, viva voce, etc, for the award of qualifying BE/B.Tech degree before 01 OCT 2018 failing which their candidature is liable to be canceled.
SSC 51 Tech SSCW 22 HOW TO APPLY:
Applications will only be accepted online on website “www.joinindianarmy.nic.in”. Click on ‘Officers Entry Apply/Login’ and then click ‘Registration’. Fill the online registration form after reading the instructions carefully. After getting registered, click on ‘Apply Online’. A page ‘Officers Selection – Eligibility’ will open. Then click ‘Apply’ shown against Technical Graduate Course. A page ‘Application Form’ will open. Read the instructions carefully and click ‘Continue’ to fill details as required under various segments. Personal information, Communication details, Education details and details of previous SSB. ‘Save & Continue’ each time before you go to the next segment. After filling details on the last segment, you will move to a page ‘Summary of your information’ wherein you can check and edit the entries already made. Then click on ‘Submit now’ only after carefully ascertaining that the correct details have been filled in. After submitting, click on “PDF” and take two copies of the application form having Roll No and other details generated by the system.
Current Affairs questions will be from last 5-7 months (for AFCAT, NDA, CDS, TA)
Short listing of Applications. Integrated HQ of MoD(Army) reserves the right to shortlist applications and to fix cutoff percentage of marks for each engineering discipline without assigning any reason.
Only shortlisted eligible candidates depending on the cutoff percentage will be interviewed at Selection Centres, Allahabad (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bangalore (Karnataka) and Kapurthala (Punjab) by Psychologist, Group Testing Officer and Interviewing Officer. Call Up letter for SSB interview will be issued only through candidate’s registered e-mail id and through SMS. Candidates will not be interviewed locally. Allotment of Selection Centre is at the discretion of Dte Gen of Rtg, IHQ MoD (Army) and NO request for changes are entertained in this regard.
Shortlisted candidates will have to log in on the website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in using their username and password and select the SSB dates as available on the website.
Interviews will be held from Nov/Dec 2017 onwards.
Candidates will put through two stage selection procedure. Those who clear Stage I will go to Stage II. Those who fail in Stage I will be returned on the same day. Duration of SSB interviews is five days excluding day of arrival and details of the same are available at official website of Rtg Dte www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
SSC 51 Tech SSCW 22 MERIT LIST: IT IS TO BE NOTED THAT MERE QUALIFYING AT THE SSB INTERVIEW DOES NOT CONFIRM FINAL SELECTION. A MERIT LIST WILL BE PREPARED ENGINEERING STREAM WISE ON THE BASIS OF THE MARKS OBTAINED BY THE CANDIDATE AT SSB INTERVIEW AND AS SUCH HIGHER EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES; NCC BACKGROUND, ETC, HAVE NO ROLE TO PLAY. THOSE HIGH IN THE MERIT LIST AND WHO COME WITHIN THE STIPULATED VACANCIES, AND ARE MEDICALLY FIT ARE ISSUED JOINING LETTER FOR PRE-COMMISSIONING TRAINING.
ONLINE APPLICATION WILL OPEN ON 17 JAN 2018 AT 1000 HRS AND WILL BE CLOSED ON 15 FEB 2018 AT 1000 HRS
