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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Picture Perception and Description Test or PPDT is the second test of SSB Stage-1 screening after the OIR Tests. In PPDT, a picture is shown to you for 30 seconds and approximate time of 4 minutes is given to you to write a story on it. After writing the story, you are asked to narrate … Read more
The screening procedure is the preliminary Stage I testing method conducted by the SSB to reject unlikely aspirants from the next stages of testing. The aspirants who pass the Screening procedure are retained for the next stage whereas the others are sent back. The Screening process can remove from 50% to 60% of the aspirants … Read more
