GTO testing determines major conclusions and assessment about any candidate and that’s why they get excited as it involved group activities based on group dynamics and of course, adrenaline rush. GTO tasks are different than other two testing techniques as here the candidate will bring out his true self through a series of activities where he will be put to pressure with or without his group and also his reasoning and logical ability will be put on a test. The leadership qualities will show in confirmatory tasks and his practicality will be assessed.
Most of the candidates go prepared with the help of practice material such as books, articles and videos but rarely the tension and pressure can be felt anywhere else except the GTO ground. The third and fourth day is full of exciting physical activity in the Group Testing Grounds. The candidates will be briefed by the Group Testing Officer in the morning about all outdoor activities. The primary concern here is to see how you will face the obstacles and the tasks allotted to you and your attitude towards other members of the group both while working with them and while directing them.
Group tests do not require specialised individual skills on your part, logical thinking, coordinated team efforts; workability to receive and give suggestion is what is looked at by assessors. You will be provided with Sketch Board, Ladders, Ropes, Planks and other such things as your tools to help you in the assigned task. You are given a few minutes to form a plan and thereafter execute the task within the given timeframe.
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You will be with your group for 2 days and even after the testing hours and that’s why it is necessary to maintain a good group dynamics to ensure cooperativeness. You should be able to positively influence your group members and look sharp in front of GT officer. It is necessary to remain active, agile yet firm in certain terms which will enhance your performance and will boost your confidence. A leader attracts the awe of his followers by his action and ideas, and in the same way in the GTO tasks for you to be a leader among your group members, you will have to create followers by your actions.
So, let’s have a look at all the Dos and Don’ts of the GTO Testing:
Do’s
1. Have adequate general awareness and read current affairs.
2. Perceive the problems posed correctly and assimilate all details.
3. Be quick enough to think about and write solutions. Avoid grammatical mistakes.
4. Solutions should be logical and realistic.
5. Be spontaneous and forthright in expressing. Participate actively in group actions.
6. In outdoor tasks, be energetic, participate willingly and contribute to the group activities.
7. Understand the requirement of the task, plan and try to evolve/suggest workable ideas.
8. Try to project/exhibit leadership qualities in implementing plans.
9. Keep the group aim in mind.
10. Be confident and develop perseverance in pursuing the aim/goal.
11. Be physically and mentally tough. Routine daily physical exercise must be taken well before coming for the SSB. Warming up before coming to GTO’s ground will certainly help. You can do some exercise in lines.
12. Be effective in communication skill. Being conversant in English is always beneficial.
13. Be well dressed in white shorts, a T-shirt and PT shoes.
14. The dress should be loose and comfortable.
15. Ensure smart turn out (proper haircut and shaved properly).
16. Sleep early at night so as to remain fresh for the next day’s testing.
17. Listen to the opening briefing by GTO attentively and follow the instructions.
18. Enjoy the tests, take them as a group activity.
19. Adhere to laid down timings and instructions passed by SSB students to you from time to time.
20. Work hard, be active and put your best foot forward.
21. Be positive, optimistic and friendly.
22. Be your original self.
23. Imbibe discipline in yourself, whether in lines, at work, in the ground or in the city/sightseeing.
24. Carry out tests to the best of your physical ability.
25. Inform Testing Officer in case you are not feeling well enough to go through the testing.
26. Follow all the instructions as given to you before the commencement of each task in the GTO’s ground.
27. Respect others then only shall you get respected.
Don’ts
1. Do not limit yourself to one type of media or TV channel. Explore various types of media and TV channel to acquire knowledge / general awareness.
2. Do not try to copy or paste pre-conceived knowledge/ideas, utilize them to generate their own ideas.
3. Do not sit/stand back and wait for the opportunity to come its way – grab the opportunity.
4. Do not discard others ideas, evaluate and then follow/modify.
5. Do not feel discouraged if unable to perform well in a particular task. What matters is the overall performance in all the GTO’s tasks.
6. In outdoor/physical tasks do not be reckless, take calculated risks. Remain bold and composed.
7. Do not give up easily. Be resilient.
8. Do not overeat prior to the task.
9. Do not wear tight clothes/shoes.
10. Do not smoke, drink and gamble during your stay with us.
11. Do not damage Government property.
12. Do not stay out after specified timings while on our pass.
13. Do not indulge yourself in stealing/playing cards etc.
14. Do not be over smart and do not put up a false front or mask your original personality.
15. Do not be aggressive or short-tempered.
16. Do not be pessimistic or careless/lazy.
17. Do not be foolhardy and do not take stupid/foolhardy risks.
18. Do not pick up a fight with anybody whether in the SSB or in the Selection Centre or in the city.
19. Do not keep a mobile phone, watch, and purse, chain any valuable on your person when in tests.
Also Read: An Overview Of SSB Interview Complete Procedure
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