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425 Defence Personnel Committed Suicides Since 2014

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425 DEFENCE PERSONNEL COMMITTED SUICIDES SINCE 2014

Disclaimer: Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (aka PTSD, an anxiety disorder that follows experiencing a traumatic event) are the most common mental health problems faced by soldiers fighting in the frontline. This article just mentions the facts and the steps taken by GOI to reduce such incidents, by no mean we discourage young aspirants to join the forces.

A few days ago, on 5th January 2018, a 21-year-old army jawan committed suicide by hanging himself. The deceased, Sepoy Gurjobanpreet Singh, was a resident of Batala. He was posted in the 19 Sikh Regiment at Jalandhar Cantonment.

This came as a shock for the deceased’s family. Gurjobanpreet’s sister’s wedding was scheduled on January 28. However, the police is yet to find the reason behind the suicide.

425 Defence Personnel Committed Suicides since 2014:

Gurjobanpreet’s suicide is one of the earliest and first suicides by a forces’ personnel this year. Last year in 2017, 2 Army officers, 1 Naval officer, 67 Jawans, 4 Sailors and 18 Airmen committed suicide during service.

Following are the details of number of suicides in the defence forces during last four years:

           Year

Army

Navy

Air Force
Officers JCOs/ORs Officers Sailors Officers Airmen
2014 02 82 Nil 04 02 19
2015 01 77 Nil 03 Nil 14
2016 04 100 01 05 03 16
2017 02 67 01 04 Nil 18

Reasons for Soldiers Committing Suicides:

Some of the reasons for committing suicide being cited are:

  • Family issues
  • Domestic problems
  • Marital discord
  • Perceived grievances
  • Personal issues etc.

Steps to Prevent Suicide Among the Soldiers:

Various steps have been taken by the Armed Forces to create healthy/ appropriate environment for their Officers and Other Ranks. Some of these steps are:

  1. Provision of better quality of facilities and periodic welfare meeting.
  2. Conduct of yoga and meditation as a tool for stress management.
  3. Training & deployment of psychological counsellors.
  4. Institutionalization of projects ‘MILAP’ and ‘SAHYOG’ by Army in Northern & Eastern Command to reduce stress among troops.
  5. A ‘Mansik Sahayata Helpline’ have been established by Army & Air Force to take professional counselling.
  6. Mental Health Awareness is provided during pre-induction training.
  7. Formation of Military Psychiatry Treatment Centre at INHS Asvini and establishment of Mental Health Centres in Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Port Blair, Goa and Karwar.
  8. Voluntary Retirement Scheme, for those who can’t take it anymore during the service.

Pre-Mature Retirement as Suicide-Prevention Measure:

Voluntary Retirement Scheme was introduced by the government by which any soldier/officer can opt for retirement during their service. Pre-mature retirement is the voluntary retirement taken before the completion of the tenure of the personnel. There can be many reasons to opt for VRS, including being stressed-out.

The details of number of officers and Other Ranks who have applied for premature retirement during the last three years and the current year are as under:-

Year Army Navy Air Force
Officers JCOs/ORs Officers Sailors Officers Airmen
2014 165 12703 74 32 135 722
2015 108 9296 130 16 67 550
2016 291 12307 142 26 139 649
2017 239* 3844** 30** 15 144 136

*   As on 1.10.2017

** Up to March 2017

Conclusion:

Suicides by a forces personnel can be a demotivating factor for their comrades, sometimes upon whom they look up to. There are various measures that are taken by the government to prevent suicide among the defence personnel and give them a reason to live.

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Wife of Martyr Major Prasad Wants To Join Indian Army

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source: hindustantimes The death of Major Prasad Mahadik on December 30 last year in a fire incident in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh near the Indo-China border has instilled single-minded determination in his 30-year-old wife Gauri Mahadik to pay tribute to her husband. And she wants to do that by joining the Indian Army.

Gauri, who lives in Bolinj, Virar, is a qualified Company Secretary (CS) and a lawyer. She has been working with a reputed law firm in Worli since May 2017 and has also worked with the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce.

She wishes to join the Indian Army in whatever capacity she gets employed in, after qualifying the mandatory interviews and other tests. “My joining the Indian Army would be the best tribute to my husband,” she said.

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Major Mahadik, who graduated from Bhawans College, Andheri, had moved with his family to Virar in 2003. “Prasad wanted to start a military academy in our native village in Guhagar district so youths could join the Indian Army. His dream will be fulfilled some day,” said Shivaji Mahadik, his uncle. Major Mahadik had joined the Army in March 2012. His colleagues also remember him as a dedicated and tough officer, a great sportsman and an excellent guitarist who was fond of music.

 

Army sources said that on December 30, there was a fire incident in a barrack where Major Mahadik used to live and he passed away as he was trapped. Army officers, who attended the funeral last week, said he was stationed at forward post along the border at a height of above 15,000ft and temperatures going as low as -15 degrees. An internal investigation is on by the Indian Army to ascertain the cause of the fire.

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Indian Navy Pilot Observer Recruitment June 2019 Course. Indian Navy invites unmarried men and women to join the Indian Navy as short service commission officer as pilot, observer and air traffic controlled for the course commencing in June 2019.  Applications are invited from unmarried eligible male & female candidates for Short Service Commission (SSC) in Pilot/Observer/ATC entry of the Indian Navy for course commencing Jun 2019 at the Indian Naval Academy Ezhimala, Kerala. Candidates must fulfill the condition of Nationality as laid down by the Govt. of India.
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Notification Date 25 Aug 2018
Last date for online application 14 Sep 2018
SSB Interview Date Nov 18 to Mar 19
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 Indian Navy Pilot Observer ATC – ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS

  • Who can Apply? Candidates who have passed Engineering Degree or are in the final year of Engineering Course in any discipline from a AICTE recognised university / educational institute with at least 60% marks till 5th / 7th semester, in regular / integrated course respectively. In addition, for ATC entry the candidate must have 60% aggregate marks in class X and XII and minimum 60% marks in English in class XII.
  • Call up for SSB: Candidates will be issued call up for Service Selection Board (SSB) interviews based on their academic performance.
  • Minimum %age on joining INA: The candidates will, however, be required to pass final examination BE/B.Tech / Integrated Course with minimum 60% marks. The candidates failing to meet minimum %age in BE/B.Tech Degree / Integrated Course will not be permitted to join INA Ezhimala.

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Indian Navy Pilot Observer ATC – Age Criteria & Vacancies

S. No. Entry Age Vacancy Gender
1 ATC Born between 02 Jul 1994 and 01 Jul 1998; both dates inclusive 08 Male or Female
2 Observer Born between 02 Jul 1995 and 01 Jul 2000; both dates inclusive 06 Male or Female
3 Pilot (MR) Born between 02 Jul 1995 and 01 Jul 2000; both dates inclusive. 03 (maximum of 02 vacancies for females subject to they being in merit list of SSB) Male or Female
4 Pilot (Other than MR) Born between 02 Jul 1995 and 01 Jul 2000; both dates inclusive. 05 Male

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Indian Navy Pilot Observer ATC – MEDICAL STANDARDS

S.No Branch/ Cadre EyeSight Height & Weight
1 Pilot / Observer Distant Vision 6/6, 6/9 Correctable to 6/6, 6/6 Should not be colour blind/night blind 162.5 cms With correlated weight, leg length, sitting height and thigh length.
2 ATC Distant Vision 6/9, 6/9 Correctable to 6/6, 6/6 Should not be colour blind/night blind Male – 157 cms Female – 152 cms With correlated weight, as per age and height.

Permanent body tattoos are not permitted on any part of the body, however, certain concessions are permitted to candidates belonging to tribal areas communities as declared by the Government of India. For other candidates, permanent body tattoos are only permitted on inner face of forearms i.e. from inside of elbow to wrist
and on the reverse side of palm/back (dorsal) side of hand.

Pay Scale & Promotions:  The promotion from Sub Lieutenant to Commander is on time scale basis subject to completion of mandatory courses & medical conditions. The PayScale and promotion criteria as per 7th CPC is as follows:-

RANK PAY AS PER DEFENCE MATRIX LEVEL MSP
SUB LIEUTENANT (S Lt) 56100-177500 10 15500
LIEUTENANT (Lt) 61300-193900 10B 15500
LIEUTENANT CDR (Lt Cdr) 69400-213400 11 15500
COMMANDER (Cdr) 121200-212400 12A 15500

Job Roles

  • Pilot Entry: Pilot candidates will undergo 22 weeks of Naval Orientation Course (NOC) at INA, Ezhimala followed by Stage I and Stage II flying training at the Air Force/Naval Establishment. On successful completion of training, the candidates will be awarded wings. The candidates will be entitled for flying pay and allowances only after award of wings.
  • Observer Entry: Observer candidates will undergo 22 weeks of Naval orientation course (NOC) at INA, Ezhimala, Kerala. On completion of NOC the candidates will undergo SLT(X) Tech course followed by ab-initio training at Observer School. On successful completion of training at Observer School, the candidates will be awarded Observer wings. The candidates will be entitled for flying pay and allowances only after award of wings.
  • ATC Entry: Candidates will undergo 22 weeks of Naval Orientation Course at the INA, Ezhimala, Kerala followed by professional training at Air Force Academy and at various Naval Training Establishments/Units/Ships.

How to Apply: Candidates are to register and fill application on the recruitment website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. The candidates are to apply from 25 Aug 18 to 14 Sep 18.

Selection Procedure:

  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on their graduation percentage.
  • Candidate with good percentage has more chance to get shortlisted for the SSB.
  • Shortlisted candidates will get the call for the SSB interview.
  • There will be no written test before SSB interview.
  • Candidates who will clear the SSB interview will undergo the medical test.
  • A final merit list will be prepared by the Indian Navy.
  • Candidates will get the joining instructions based on their order in merit.
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Applications are invited from unmarried eligible male candidates for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in Executive Branch viz. General Service/Hydro, Technical Branch (General Service) and Permanent Commission (PC) Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) entry in the Indian Navy for Jan 19 Course conducted at Indian Naval Academy (INA) Ezhimala, Kerala. Candidates must fulfill conditions of nationality as laid down by the Government of India.

 

Eligibility Conditions

  • Age: Born between 02 Jan 1994& 01 Jul 1999 (both dates inclusive).
  • Educational Qualifications:
    • Who Can Apply: Candidates who have passed Engineering Degree or are in the final year of Engineering course in any of the under mentioned disciplines from a recognised educational institute with 60% marks till 5th/7th semester in regular/integrated course respectively.
    • Call up for SSB: Candidates will be issued Call Up for Service Selection Board (SSB) interview based on their academic performance till 5th/7th semester for all eligible regular/integrated course respectively.
    • Minimum %age on Joining INA: The candidates will, however be required to pass final examination (BE/B Tech) with minimum 60% before joining INA. The candidates failing to meet minimum cut off %age will not be permitted to join INA Ezhimalaindian navy job
    • NOTE: – (i) Only one application is to be filled by a candidate. (ii) Candidates who are eligible for more than one Branch/Cadre should mention their preference in the application. (iii) Candidates will be shortlisted for SSB based on their first preference. (iv) However, if not shortlisted for the first preference you may be considered for alternate Branch/Cadre subject to availability of spare slots in SSB batches of that Branch/Cadre. (v) Once shortlisted for a Branch/Cadre subsequent stages of selection process (SSB, medicals & meriting) will be exclusively for the branch/cadre only. (vi) Technical Branch candidates as mentioned above at Ser. No. (c) & (d) can also be allotted Air Technical Specialization/appointed as Air Technical Officer(s)by IHQ MoD (Navy)and on commissioning, they can also volunteer for Submarine Specialization. (vii) No equivalent stream of BE/B.Tech other than mentioned in the notification linked below will be considered valid for selection process at any stage.
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Selection Procedure. The selection procedure is as follows:

(a) IHQ of MoD reserves the right to shortlist applications and to fix cut off based on percentage of marks obtained in BE/B.Tech without assigning any reason. No communication will be entertained on this account. SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates will be scheduled at Bangalore/ Bhopal/ Coimbatore/ Visakhapatnam during May – Jul 18. Selected candidates will be informed about their selection for SSB interview on their e-mail or through SMS (provided by candidates in their application form).
(b) A choice of date for appearing in SSB will be indicated in the application dashboard on www.joinindiannavy.gov.in for shortlisted candidates. Candidate is to choose suitable date and submit the same.
(c) SSB interview will be conducted in two Stages. Stage I test consisting of Intelligence Test, Picture Perception and Discussion test will be conducted on the first day of arrival at SSB. Candidates who fail to qualify in Stage I will be routed back on the same day. Stage II tests comprising of Psychological testing, Group testing and Interview will last for 04 days. Successful candidates will thereafter undergo Medical Examination (approx duration 03-05 days).
(d) Candidates recommended by the SSB and declared medically fit will be appointed for training as per all India merit of SSB Marks depending on the number of vacancies.
(e) Change of SSB Centre for interview is not permissible under any circumstance.
(f) Any correspondence regarding change of SSB dates be addressed to the call up officer of the SSB on receipt of call up letter. Candidates are to download the call up letter on receiving intimation from IHQ MoD (N) at SMS/email (provided by candidates in their application).
(g) No compensation will be paid in respect of any injury sustained as a result of tests during SSB interviews.
(h) AC 3 tier rail fare is admissible for the SSB interview, if appearing for the first time for that type of commission. Candidates will carry photocopy of the first page of pass book or cheque leaf where the name, A/C No. & IFSC details are mentioned, while appearing for SSB.

How to Apply: Candidates are to register and fill application on e-recruitment website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. The candidates are to apply from 05 Jan to 25 Jan 18.

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Women Can Join Territorial Army (TA) Now

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WOMEN CAN JOIN TERRITORIAL ARMY NOW

source:barandbench.com The Delhi High Court yesterday declared that women are eligible for recruitment and appointment to the Territorial Army under Section 6 of the Indian Territorial Army Act, 1948.

The judgment was delivered in a writ petition filed by one Kush Kalra regarding an advertisement for employment in the Territorial Army which had invited applications from gainfully employed ‘young men’ within the age group of 18-42 years.

It was contended that the prohibition on women from joining the Territorial Army amounts to institutional discrimination by the state and violates Articles 14, 15 and 16 of the Constitution and also impinges on their basic human rights.

The Division Bench of Acting Chief Justice Gita Mittal and Justice C Hari Shankar started off with a statement by John Stuart Mill regarding gender equality,

“The subordination of one sex to the other ought to be replaced by a principle of perfect equality, admitting no power or privilege on the one side, nor disability on the other.”

The Court held that the Government failed to show any decision of policy, let alone binding policy, enabling them to deny opportunity to the women to serve in all units of the Territorial Army.

“The impugned advertisements imposing a blanket bar on appointment of women to both departmental and non-departmental battalions of the TA without any credible, reasonable or compelling justification for imposing such restrictions.”

Advocate Gautam Narayan, who was the amicus curiae in the matter, submitted a list of 22 countries including the US and UK, which allow women to serve even in combat roles in its defence forces, along with the year from which they were so allowed.

The Bench however stated that at this stage, it is not necessary for it to deal with the issue as to whether prohibition of engagement in the combat roles would be justified or not.

The Court evaluated the law regarding military service of women in other jurisdictions and considered various judgments delivered in the United States, Canada and even Israel.

Finally, the Court declared the impugned advertisements to the extent that they exclude women from appointment to the Territorial Army as ultra vires Articles 14, 15, 16 and 19(1)(g) of the Constitution of India and quashed the same.

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1200+ Cadets Quit National Defence Academy In Last 10 Years

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Source: outlookindia As many as 1,256 cadets quit the National Defence Academy (NDA) between January 2008 and November 2017, allegedly due to excessive nature of the unsanctioned punishments.

Asia Times has accessed a report jointly prepared by the Integrated Defense Staff Headquarters and the NDA that has revealed the rate of young cadets quitting the institution. The dropout rates amount to between 16% and 20% of the intake each year.

Alumni of the premium defence school blame ragging, unofficial training and excessive physical punishment for the high attrition rate and describe the torture at the hands of senior cadets as sadistic and misguided.

In 2015, Pune Mirror reported that perhaps for the first time in the history of the NDA, as many as 40 cadets have dropped out of the 127th course (spanning the three-year period of 2011- 14), unable to bear the hardship of physical training. Up until then, the average dropout rate has veered between 10 and 15 from each batch.

Retired Colonel PK Royal Mehrishi, an NDA alumnus, told Asia Times senior cadets ask juniors to roll down staircases of three-story buildings, vault over a wooden horse, do backflips, hand-springs etc without the supervision of any qualified instructor.

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Senior cadets believe they’re toughening them for war or better performance in the hard-fought inter-squadron competitions,” he said.

Colonel (retired) Vinay Dalvi, a former NDA instructor, said senior cadets often justified the punishments as a mode of getting the freshmen into the grind. He said a senior cadet, or the overstudy, often faced punishment from divisional officers for newcomers’ mistakes. This, he said, put severe pressure on the freshmen.

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Indian Army Lost 1215 Personnel in 2017

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INDIAN ARMY LOST 1215 PERSONNEL IN 2017

A total of 84 Indian Army personnel died in combat, while 1,131 died in accidents and of other reasons, Parliament was told on Wednesday. While 84 soldiers suffered fatal battle casualties, 1,131 Army personnel died in road or train accidents or from other reasons, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told the Lok Sabha in a written reply.

She added that all operational casualties are analysed by initiation of detailed situation reports and after action reports. “These reports are examined in detail and lessons learnt from previous operations are promulgated to all formations, units and sub-units. The shortcomings of operations conducted are meticulously deliberated to refine the battle drills,” she said.

Sitharaman also said that in 2017, 12,600 Junior Commissioned Officers and other ranks and 204 officers of Indian Army opted for voluntary retirement. While 200 officers from Indian Air Force took voluntary retirement, 30 officers and 15 sailors from Indian Navy also opted for it.

–IANS

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CDS 2 2017 IAF, IMA, OTA, Naval SSB Interview Dates & Centre Allotment

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CDS 2 2017 SSB INTERVIEW DATE [IMAOTAAFANA]

Successful candidates of CDSE-(Il)(2017) written examination are requested to register on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in using the email id and mobile numbers as given in their UPSC applications.

All the candidates who have successfully qualified in the written exam are required to register themselves online on the Indian Army Recruiting website joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of announcement of written result. The successful candidates would them be allotted Selection Centres and dates, of SSB interview which shall be communicated on the registered e-mail ID. Any candidate who has already registered earlier on the site will not be required to do so. In case of any query/Login problem, e-mail be forwarded to [email protected].

UPSC has published the written exam result for CDS 2 2017. 8692 candidates have cleared the CDS 2 2017 written exam which was held on 19th Nov 2017. Congratulation to all the aspirants who have cleared the CDS exam and now the waiting for their SSB Interview. These candidates will get the SSB interview dates and call letter soon. If you have cleared the CDS exam for IMA, OTA, AFA and NA, you will get the details for further action in your email. Candidates who have cleared it for OTA may have to wait longer because the SSB for them will be conducted after IMA SSB.

 

CDS 2 2017 SSB dates for IMA, AFA, NA and OTA will be published soon on the respective websites. Candidates who are looking for SSB interview dates for

  • IMA 145
  • Flying Course 204/20 F/PC Course AFA 
  • 108th SSC Men OTA
  • 22 SSC Women OTA

Indian Army Airforce and Navy will release the SSB dates and centre allotment list for the candidates soon. You are requested to check the details below. We are providing the list in the PDF form.

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UPSC CDS 2 2017 Result

CDS 2 2017 result of the written exam is released by the UPSC. The UPSC published a list of roll numbers of successful candidates for IMA, AFA, NA and OTA. Few candidates will see their roll number in more than one services for say IMA and AFA. Please be advised, if you clear the CDS 2 2017 written exam for both IMA and AFA (for example), you will only be called for one SSB interview for the service which you have preferred to be the first.

UPSC CDS 2 2017 SSB Dates

Once UPSC published the list of successful candidates, Indian army, air force and navy will publish the SSB interview dates for IMA, AFA, OTA and NA on their respective career website. SSB interviews of CDS 2 2017 will start one month after the date of result of written exam.

UPSC CDS 2 2017 Merit List

Once the SSB interviews are over, UPSC will publish the list of candidates who have cleared the SSB and AFSB interview. UPSC will not publish the result of medical test of recommended candidates, so the list which is published by UPSC will consist of roll numbers of unfit candidates as well. To check the final merit list of CDS 2 2017 candidates have to check the official website of the respective services.

Successful candidates of CDSE-(Il)(2017) written examination are requested to register on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in using the email id and mobile numbers as given in their UPSC applications.

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CDS 2 2017 Written Result – 8692 Candidates Cleared

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On the basis of the results of the COMBINED DEFENCE SERVICES EXAMINATION (II), 2017 held by the Union Public Service Commission on 19th November, 2017, 8692 candidates with the following Roll Numbers have qualified for being interviewed by the Service Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence, for admission to (i) Indian Military Academy, Dehradun 145th Course commencing in July, 2018 (ii) Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala, Course commencing in July, 2018 (iii) Air Force Academy, Hyderabad (Pre-Flying) Training Course (204 F(P)) commencing in August, 2018 (iv) Officers Training Academy, Chennai 108th SSC Course (NT)(for Men) commencing in October, 2018 and (v) Officers Training Academy, Chennai, 22nd SSC Women (Non-Technical) Course commencing in October, 2018.

The candidature of all the candidates, whose Roll Numbers are shown in the lists below, is provisional. In accordance with the conditions of the admission to the examination, they are required to submit the original certificates in support of age (Date of Birth), educational qualifications, NCC (C) (Army Wing/Senior Division Air Wing/Naval Wing) etc. claimed by them along with attested copies thereof, to Army Headquarters, A.G.’s Branch/Rtg./CDSE Entry Section for males and SSC Women Entry Section for women candidates, West Block-III, Ground Floor, Wing 1, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066 in case of IMA/SSC as their first choice and to IHQ of MoD (Navy), DMPR (OI & R Section), Room No. 204, ‘C’-Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi-110011 in case of Navy as their first choice, and to PO 3 (A) Air Headquarters, ‘J’ Block, Room No. 17, Opp. Vayu Bhawan, Motilal Nehru Marg, New Delhi-110011 in case of Air Force as their first choice. The original Certificates are to be submitted within two weeks of completion of the SSB Interview and not later than 13th May, 2018 for AFA and not later than 01st July, 2018 for IMA and not later than 01st July, 2018 for admission to NA (1st October, 2018 in case of SSC only). The candidates must not send the original Certificates to the Union Public Service Commission.

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All the candidates who have successfully qualified in the written exam are required to register themselves online on the Indian Army Recruiting website joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of announcement of written result. The successful candidates would them be allotted Selection Centres and dates, of SSB interview which shall be communicated on the registered e-mail ID. Any candidate who has already registered earlier on the site will not be required to do so. In case of any query/Login problem, e-mail be forwarded to [email protected].

The Union Public Service Commission have a Facilitation Counter near Examination Hall Building in its Campus. Candidates may obtain any information/clarification regarding this examination on working days between 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM, in person or over telephone No.011-23385271, 011-23381125 and 011-23098543 from this Facilitation Counter. Candidates can also obtain information regarding their result by accessing UPSC website http://www.upsc.gov.in. The marks-sheet of candidates who have not qualified, will be put on the Commission’s website within 15 days from the date of publication of the final result of OTA (after conducting SSB Interview) and will remain available on the website for a period of 60 days.

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7 Body Languages to Keep in Mind During SSB Interview

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Body language is the epitome of a perfect officer of the Armed Forces. Where words can’t speak, the body does and developing a positive body language for the same becomes a necessity. When assessed closely, the body language of a person tells much about them and about what kind of a person they are. This is, in particular, assessed in the Interview part of the selection process.

Not all are perfect, most of us feel nervous during certain tests and it’s a normal human behaviour, but re the forces only need confident officers. Thus, you have to overcome your nervousness, which can improve your body language during a personal interview because your non-verbal actions speak more about you.

Here we bring you the 7 body languages that you need to keep in mind during your SSB interview:

  1. Standing Posture and Walking Manner:

The moment your interview starts or ends, you walk and take/leave your seat. This too indicates a lot about a candidate’s psychology. The amount of space occupied by the candidate, the manner of confident walking, all reflect that the candidate is confident. Candidates who assume a “power stance” for about two minutes feel more powerful and confident and tend to act that way. Sit straight, with hands on your thighs and walk like a boss.

  1. Sitting Posture and Leg Movements:

Positioning the body with the torso leaning toward the interviewer, the arms at one’s sides, and the chest, abdomen, and lower body visible. This posture implies that the candidate is actively listening and interested in the interview. Few of the sitting postures and their meanings are:

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  • Sitting Erect: Implies confidence
  • Sitting Crossed Legs: Implies feeling insecure or being really very bold.
  • Ankles Crossed: Implies openness and being down to earth.
  • Arms Crossed: Defensive
  • Hands on the Lap: Thoughtful

  1. Hand Gestures:

Hand gestures are really a powerful aspect of communication. Hand gestures are really a powerful aspect of communication. Usually, our hand gestures complement our speech to convey a point. But nervous candidates start making unnecessary gestures for the same. The basic hand gestures and their meanings are:

  • Hidden Hands: This displays the lack of trust between you and the interviewer.
  • Open Hands and Palms at 45-degree: This is mostly seen in PM Modi’s speeches where it communicates that the speaker is being honest and open.
  • Open Hands with Palms Facing Down: Indicates that the speaker is certain about what he is talking.
  • Palms Facing Each Other with Fingers Together: Indicates expertise of what you are talking about.
  • Hands Grasped, touching hair, neck, etc: Indicates nervousness.

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    Open Hand Gesture

  1. Facial and Eye Expressions:

One can display 7 emotions through facial expressions – anger, contempt, disgust, fear, joy, sadness, and surprise. This mostly depends on the context and situation. You cannot smile if the interviewer says that he is feeling hungry. Maintaining eye contact plays a crucial role in the same. It is an important part of a good body language. Here’s a simple technique to improve eye contact: Whenever you meet the interviewer or someone else, look into his eyes long enough to notice what colour they are. But be careful, keeping too much eye-contact might creep people out. Giving no eye-contact might make you seem insecure.

  1. Voice Modulation:

Voice modulation is very powerful body language that a candidate has while speaking. Not only does it reflect confidence but it also helps in convincing the person to whom you are speaking with. The few tips to have a good voice modulation is:

  • Maintain Pitch: Lowering the voice slightly indicates that you are open and secure in front of the interviewer. Do not shout, neither do speak very slowly. If the interviewer asks you to repeat what you said, its time you raise your voice a little.
  • Speak Slowly: Speaking slowly helps you to get your point. Also, it makes you clear on what you are speaking. A fast speech indicates nervousness.
  • Stress on vocabulary: Your choice of words as a future commander has the ability to make peace or even declare a war. Use words wisely and choicefully.

  1. Stray Movements, fidgeting and shifting positions:

This indicates nervousness. When you start fidgeting with your hair or pen, unnecessary movements and frequently adjusting yourself indicates that you are uncomfortable and nervous. If you really need to adjust, politely ask for interviewer’s permission and adjust yourself.

  1. Fitness:

Becoming an armed forces officer, you are expected to have fitness in you. Your physical fitness should come only next to your mental fitness – no compromises. Start running, exercising and keep yourself physically fit. Meditate to maintain your physical fitness.

Conclusion:

Body language is an important aspect of communication in SSB interview. If you have a body language that indicates nervousness or shyness, improve it by using these techniques.

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Shortage of 60,000 Personnel In Army Navy Airforce

Source: business-standard: The total shortage of officers in the Army, Navy and the Indian Air Force is 9,259 while the number for below officer rank is 50,363. The armed forces are facing a shortage of nearly 60,000 personnel with the Army topping the list with over 27,000 vacant posts, the government said on Wednesday.

According to the details provided by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Lok Sabha, the total shortage of officers in the Army, Navy and the Indian Air Force is 9,259 while the number for below officer rank is 50,363. Replying to a question, she said the total strength of the Army as on July 1 is 12.37 lakh personnel against the authorised strength of 12.64 lakh and the total shortage is 27,864.

The current strength of the Navy is 67,228 personnel and the number of vacant positions is 16,255. She said the Indian Air Force is facing a shortage of 15,503 personnel against the authorised strength of 1.55 lakh.

The vacancies excluding personnel in dental and medical streams come to 59,622. “The recruitment in the armed forces is a continuous process. The government has taken a number of measures to reduce the shortages,” she said.

Replying to a separate question, Sitharaman said MiG fighter jets of the IAF were involved in 10 accidents since 2014-15. “10 squadrons of IAF equipped with MiG 21 and MiG 27 aircraft are scheduled to retire by 2024 on completion of their total technical life,” she said.

To another question, she said procurement of two more regiments of Akash missile system has been approved for the Army.

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