Course Schedule & SSB Preparation

SSB Course Structure and Stages

Stage	Day	Main Tests	Key Focus Areas
Stage I (Screening)	Day 1	OIR (Officer Intelligence Rating) PP&DT (Picture Perception & Discussion Test) Assessors: Psychologist, GTO, IO	TAT • WAT • SRT • SD Verbal & non-verbal reasoning Observation & discussion skills
	Only candidates who qualify in Stage I move to Stage II.
Stage II	Day 2, 3, 4	Psychological Tests GTO Tasks Personal Interview	Intellectual & emotional assessment Teamwork & leadership tasks (PGT, GPE, CT, IO, etc.) Communication & confidence
	After Stage II, selected candidates undergo medical tests (5–6 days).
Stage III	Day 5	Final Conference & Results	Panel review and recommendation Clear display of OLQs (Officer Like Qualities)

Our SSB Preparation Methodology

Assessment

• Diagnostic OIR and PP&DT assessments
• Initial feedback: strengths, weaknesses, OLQ profile

Coaching

• Verbal & non-verbal reasoning drills
• Story writing & group discussion strategies
• Communication & leadership skills workshops

Re-assessment

• Full mock SSB screening and psychological tests
• Performance review and OLQ targeting

Practice Sessions

• Regular group discussion and public speaking
• Leadership tasks & problem-solving challenges

Screening Test Preparation

• Screening Assessors: Psychologist, GTO, Interviewing Officer – all present at Stage I.
• OIR evaluates base mental aptitude; determines further assessment eligibility.
• Key Screening Focus: Officer-like qualities (OLQ) and mental aptitude.

1. OIR (Officer Intelligence Rating) Test Preparation

• Understand format: Practice all verbal/non-verbal reasoning types using sample and prior year papers.
• Revise core maths, English, reasoning fundamentals.
• Take timed mock tests to build speed and accuracy.
• Master time management for exam conditions.

2. PP&DT (Picture Perception & Discussion Test) Preparation

• Sharpen observation of characters, actions, setting, and story mood in images.
• Practice positive, logical storytelling demonstrating leadership and problem-solving.
• Develop strong narrative structure: introduction, challenge, resolution.
• Engage in group discussions to build communication and articulation skills.

3. General Preparation Advice

• Stay updated on current affairs (helps in GD and Interview).
• Work on physical fitness and mental well-being.
• Get regular feedback from mentors and peers; adjust strategies as needed.
• Be calm, honest, and authentic at every stage; practice is key to success.

Psychological Test Preparation at EIR

1. Understanding the Tests
   • TAT: Practice writing constructive stories to ambiguous images.
   • WAT: Respond spontaneously and positively to a list of words.
   • SRT: Solve varied situations logically, showing presence of mind and responsibility.
   • SDT: Write authentic self-evaluations from multiple perspectives.
2. Cultivating the Right Mindset
   • Self-awareness, positivity, leadership, and communication.
   • Time management and stress resilience through mindfulness.
3. Practice and Feedback
   • Practice each test regularly under timed conditions.
   • Review with experts/coaches; focus on genuine self-improvement, not faking answers.