Here’s a balanced 30-Day Timetable for an SSB Interview aspirant who is simultaneously preparing for Defence Competitive Exams (NDA/CDS/AFCAT/INET, etc.). It integrates academic prep, SSB OLQ practice, fitness, and personal development — ensuring you’re ready for both written exams and SSB.
Daily Schedule (Sample Routine to be followed for 30 Days)
| Time | Activity | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 – 6:00 AM | Wake Up & Freshen Up | Discipline, Routine |
| 6:00 – 7:00 AM | Physical Fitness Training (Running, push-ups, sit-ups, squats, pull-ups, planks, stretching) | Stamina & GTO tasks |
| 7:00 – 7:30 AM | Yoga / Breathing Exercises | Calmness, stress control |
| 7:30 – 8:00 AM | Breakfast | Energy |
| 8:00 – 11:00 AM | Exam-Oriented Study Session 1 (Maths/General Ability/Reasoning) | Written exam prep |
| 11:00 – 11:15 AM | Short Break | Relax |
| 11:15 – 1:15 PM | Exam-Oriented Study Session 2 (English/Vocabulary/Current Affairs) | Speed & accuracy |
| 1:15 – 2:00 PM | Lunch + Rest | Recovery |
| 2:00 – 3:30 PM | SSB Psychology Prep (SRT practice, WAT practice, TAT writing) | OLQ projection |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Tea / Walk | Refresh |
| 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Exam-Oriented Study Session 3 (Mock tests, past year papers, revision) | Exam readiness |
| 6:00 – 7:00 PM | Group Discussion / Lecturette Practice (alone in front of mirror or with friends) | Confidence & Expression |
| 7:00 – 7:30 PM | Evening Physical Activity (light jog, skipping, stretching) | Endurance |
| 7:30 – 8:00 PM | Dinner | Nutrition |
| 8:00 – 9:00 PM | Current Affairs Revision + Defence Knowledge (newspaper, PIB, YouTube defence updates) | Awareness |
| 9:00 – 9:30 PM | Self-Reflection Journal (What did I do today? How can I improve?) | Self-awareness |
| 9:30 – 10:00 PM | Light Reading (motivational book, autobiography of defence personnel) | Inspiration |
| 10:00 – 5:30 AM | Sleep | Recovery |
Weekly Focus Breakdown
Week 1–2 (Foundation Phase)
- Build exam basics (Maths, English, GK).
- Begin light SSB practice (WAT, SRT daily 10–15 mins).
- Fitness: build running stamina (2–3 km daily).
Week 3 (Integration Phase)
- Mix mock written tests + daily SSB tasks.
- Start practicing Lecturette (3–4 mins) on random topics.
- Fitness: Push running to 4–5 km, practice obstacles if possible.
Week 4 (Simulation Phase)
- Simulate SSB day-wise practice (Day 1 – Screening, Day 2 – Psychology, Day 3 – GTO, Day 4 – Interview).
- Full-length mock written exams (NDA/CDS) alternate days.
- Fitness: 5–6 km runs + obstacle course practice.
Daily Self-Reflection Questions
(Write in journal every night)
- Did I maintain discipline today?
- Did I improve my fitness/stamina?
- How did I practice OLQs (leadership, cooperation, decision-making)?
- One new thing I learned today (academic/SSB/general)?
- What will I do better tomorrow?
This timetable ensures:
- Exam Success (structured study & mocks)
- SSB Readiness (psych tests, GD, interview prep)
- Physical Standards (daily fitness & stamina)
- Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs) (through routine, reflection, practice)
