SRT stands for Situation Reaction Test, which is a psychological test given during the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview. It’s a test of common sense, maturity, and reasoning ability.
How is SRT conducted
- Candidates are given a booklet with 60 situations
- They have 30 minutes to respond to each situation
- The time limit is short to encourage candidates to respond without thinking too much
- Candidates should answer as a normal person, using punctuation marks and writing quickly
What does SRT measure
- The test measures how candidates would think and act in different situations
- It helps psychologists judge a candidate’s mentality
- It’s a communication bridge between candidates and psychologists
How to prepare for SRT
- Use common sense and practical life experiences
- Practice sample SRTs
- Think about how you would react to different situations in your daily life
15 Sample SRT Situations with responses for SSB Interview
- Your flight is canceled, and you have an urgent meeting. → He books an alternative transport mode and informs the concerned people.
- You are stuck in a lift with strangers. → He remains calm, contacts emergency services, and reassures others.
- Your debit card is stuck in an ATM. → He contacts the bank and takes the necessary action.
- You spill coffee on important documents before a presentation. → He quickly makes new copies or presents digitally.
- Your internet stops working during an online exam. → He uses a backup connection or informs authorities.
- Your friend has an accident and needs blood urgently. → He donates blood or arranges a donor immediately.
- You are given charge of an event at the last moment. → He plans efficiently and executes the event successfully.
- A drunk driver is misbehaving on the road. → He reports to the police and ensures public safety.
- You miss your train while traveling alone. → He finds the next train or an alternate mode of transport.
- A close friend fails an important exam. → He motivates them and helps them prepare better next time.
- Your teammate is struggling with a task before an important deadline. → He offers help, divides the work, and ensures timely completion.
- During a sports match, your team is losing confidence. → He encourages the team, strategizes, and plays with full effort.
- Your group has to complete a project, but one member is absent. → He adjusts responsibilities and ensures the project is completed.
- Your friend asks you to cover for his absence at work. → He helps while ensuring it does not impact his own responsibilities.
- A team member is not cooperating during a group task. → He communicates, understands their concern, and motivates them to contribute.
