10 PPDT Pictures with Stories

PPDT Pictures with Stories

The Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT) forms an integral part of the Services Selection Board (SSB) screening process on the first day. In this assessment, candidates are presented with a hazy image for 30 seconds and must compose a story within four minutes, followed by individual narration and group discussion. Success in PPDT hinges … Read more

15 PPDT Pictures With Sample Stories

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The Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT) is a critical component of the Services Selection Board (SSB) screening process on the first day. In this test, candidates are shown a hazy picture for 30 seconds and must write a story based on their perception within four minutes. This is followed by individual narration and a … Read more

What is PPDT and How to Clear PPDT – Picture Perception and Description Test

PPDT SSB

The Picture Perception and Description Test (PPDT) is a crucial component of the screening test conducted on day one of the Indian Armed Forces Service Selection Board (SSB) interview procedure. This test, along with the Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test, determines which candidates will proceed to the next five days of the SSB interview process. … Read more

11 Tips To Speak Fluently And Confidently In PPDT Narration

Speak Fluently And Confidently In PPDT Narration

Picture Perception and Description Test (PPDT) is conducted on day-1 as the second test of the Stage-I screening series. It comprises of story writing, narration and group discussion. The narration is equally as important as story writing and GD. And most of us report that delivering a speech or speaking in public is our greatest fear. And yet … Read more

15 Ways To Control Nervousness Before PPDT (Picture Perception and Description Test)

How to control nervousness before PPDT

An Italian proverb follows, “A hundred cartloads of anxiety will not pay an ounce of debt”. Most of us experience some level of anxiety during tests.  Normal levels of stress or nervousness can help you work, think faster and more effectively, and improve your performance. However, when higher levels of anxiety affect performance, it becomes a problem. … Read more

Ways to Improve Your PPDT and TAT Story Writing

Improve Your PPDT and TAT Story Writing

Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT) in SSBs is conducted on Day-1 and is the second objective of Stage-I tests. PPDT is a screening test that is almost an elimination test of the candidate. It is conducted to know about the imagination power and description ability of a candidate within a limited time allotted. Thematic … Read more

10 Ways To Master PPDT And TAT Story Writing

10 Ways To Master PPDT and TAT Story Writing 1

Dear Warriors, Service Selection Board (SSB) conducts interviews for the selection of candidates suitable for training to the post of commissioned officers across all three forces. It is a  comprehensive 5-day process divided into two stages after which recommended candidates undergo medical examinations. We are going to discuss the best ways to master PPDT and … Read more

10 Tips For Better PPDT Story Narration

10 Tips For Better PPDT Story Narration

Picture Perception and Description Test (PPDT) is conducted on day-1 as the second test of the Stage-I screening series. It comprises of story writing, narration and group discussion. The narration is equally as important as story writing and GD. And most of us report that delivering a speech or speaking in public is our greatest … Read more