Screening test in ssb step by step guidelines- with secret trick to pass.

SSB Screening Test – Step-by-Step Guide with Secret Tips to Pass!

What is the SSB Screening Test?

The SSB Screening Test is the first stage of the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, conducted to select potential candidates for the armed forces of India. It is conducted on Day 1 and consists of two parts:

1. Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test
2. Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT)

Objective: To filter candidates who possess the basic aptitude, intelligence, and personality traits required for defense forces.

Step-by-Step Process of the SSB Screening Test:

Step 1: Document Verification

• Reach the SSB center with all required documents (original and photocopies).
• Complete the documentation process.
• Candidates are given a chest number for identification.

Step 2: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test

• Format: Two written tests containing verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions.
• Time: 15–30 minutes for each test.
• Difficulty: Moderate, but time-bound.

OIR Topics:

• Verbal: Series completion, analogy, odd one out, coding-decoding, simple arithmetic.
• Non-Verbal: Pattern completion, mirror images, figure series, classification.

 Secret Tips:

1. Practice Speed and Accuracy: Solve RS Aggarwal’s Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
2. Quick Calculation Skills: Improve quick mental math.
3. Skip Tough Questions: Don’t get stuck; maintain speed.

Step 3: Picture Perception and Description Test (PPDT)

• Picture Projection: A hazy or blurred picture is shown for 30 seconds.
• Story Writing: 4 minutes to write a story based on the picture.
• Group Discussion: Discuss and narrate your story with the group. Aim to arrive at a common story.

Key Focus:

• Observation and imagination
• Communication and clarity
• Logical thinking and positivity
• Leadership and listening skills

 Secret Tricks:

1. Create a Hero-Centric Story: Focus on a positive, realistic, and constructive storyline.
2. Follow the Structure:
   • Character Identification: Age, gender, mood.
   • Past: Background of the character.
   • Present: What is happening now?
   • Future: Solution and conclusion.
3. Narration: Be clear, confident, and concise.
4. Group Discussion:
   • Listen carefully to others.
   • Avoid arguments; be respectful.
   • Present your viewpoint clearly and confidently.

Step 4: Result Announcement

• Shortlisted candidates are retained for the Stage 2 testing.
• Non-recommended candidates are sent back on the same day.

Ultimate Secret Tips to Pass the Screening Test:

1. First Impression Matters: Be disciplined, punctual, and neatly dressed.
2. Stay Confident: Believe in your abilities. Confidence reflects in your narration and discussion.
3. Be Assertive, Not Aggressive: Put forward your points strongly but respectfully.
4. Maintain Body Language: Sit straight, maintain eye contact, and avoid nervous gestures.
5. Practice: Regular practice of OIR, PPDT story writing, and group discussion with peers.

Resources for Preparation:

• OIR Practice: RS Aggarwal’s Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning.
• PPDT Practice: Practice writing and narrating stories based on hazy images.
• Mock Group Discussions: Join online/offline SSB preparation groups.

If you need more personalized strategies, practice materials, or mock tests, feel free to ask!

Screening test in ssb step by step guidelines- with secret trick to pass.

5 Days Procedure at SSB

OIR-1.pdf – Mock Tests

Here’s a step-by-step guide to the SSB Screening Test, including the process, evaluation criteria, and some secret tips and tricks to improve your chances of getting screened in.

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SSB Screening Test – Step-by-Step Guide with Secret Tips to Pass

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What is the SSB Screening Test?

The Screening Test is the Day 1 test in the SSB (Services Selection Board) interview process. It is designed to filter out candidates before they proceed to the next stages.

Only 30–40% of candidates are screened in. The rest are sent back on Day 1.

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Day 1 Screening Test Includes:

1. OIR Test (Officer Intelligence Rating Test)

2. PPDT (Picture Perception & Discussion Test)

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STEP 1: OIR Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning)

What it contains:

• 2 sets of reasoning papers

• 40–50 questions each

• Time: 15–20 minutes per set

Types of Questions:

• Series completion

• Coding-decoding

• Odd-one-out

• Analogy

• Pattern recognition

• Blood relations

• Missing figure

Secret Tips:

• Accuracy is more important than quantity

• Solve previous year OIR papers

• Practice non-verbal reasoning (mirror images, series)

• Focus on time management

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STEP 2: PPDT (Picture Perception and Discussion Test)

Picture Perception:

• A blurred picture is shown for 30 seconds

• You get 4 minutes to write a story

Story Writing Includes:

• Characters: Age, gender, mood

• What led to the situation

• What is happening now

• What will be the outcome

Secret Writing Tips:

• Always choose a positive theme

• Focus on leadership, teamwork, problem-solving

• Keep story logical, with a clear beginning, middle, and end

• Use past-present-future sequence

• Show your character as proactive and solution-oriented

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Group Discussion (GD) on the PPDT story)

What Happens:

• Group of 10–15 candidates

• Everyone narrates their story (within 1 minute)

• Then group discussion happens to form a common story

Secret GD Tips:

• Speak with confidence, not aggression

• If the group is noisy, be calm but assertive

• Try to be the coordinator or peacemaker

• Support others’ points if logical

• Try to give structure to the common story

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How Screening Result is Decided:

1. Your OIR score

2. Quality of story (PPDT)

3. Your performance in GD

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Secret Tricks to Get Screened In:

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Mistakes to Avoid:

• Writing too much and missing out the story flow

• Getting aggressive or cutting off others in GD

• Making a sad/depressing story

• Poor handwriting or grammar

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Practice Resources:

• Arihant SSB Book

• OIR Practice Sets (Verbal + Non-Verbal)

• PPDT practice on apps or YouTube videos

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Would you like:

• Sample PPDT stories?

• A mock GD script?

• A PDF checklist for Day 1 preparation?

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