The Service Selection Board (SSB) interview is a rigorous evaluation process for candidates aiming to join the armed forces. While the interview with the Interviewing Officer (IO) is crucial, what you do outside the IO’s room is equally important. Your behavior, demeanor, and interactions with fellow candidates and staff can provide valuable insights into your personality. In this article, we’ll explore what you should do outside the Interviewing Officer’s room during your SSB interview.
Mentally revise: Revise all your achievements, things related to your family, friends etc. Recall all what you have written in your PIQ form. Recall your preparations and your confidence level will instantly boost up.
Don’t discuss: You know what you know, and you don’t know what you don’t know. Learning something at the 11th hour will only lead to nervousness. Even if you are able to gather some information, still you are not having the quality of information to go and present in front of the interviewer. It’ll further confuse you and you’ll get stuck in the interview. A plain simple honest “I don’t know sir”, will save you from all of this trouble.
Don’t hesitate, just meditate: I don’t mean you to pull out your yoga mat and start doing yoga. Collect your thoughts, concentrate on the event which is about to happen. It is very important to relax your mind and feel mental peace. This will help you to concentrate more and beat your nervousness too.
Drink a sip of water: Water will instantly calm you down and you’ll not feel that nervous. Since you have to speak a lot for a continuous duration, so it’s better to keep your throat hydrated. Do not drink too much of water, you know the aftereffects!
Be ready: Being ready is not only mentally, See that your shoe and everything is proper and your hair are proper as well. Get ready in all aspects, the next few minutes will be the deciding factor of your SSB.
Conclusion
What you do outside the Interviewing Officer’s room in an SSB interview is a crucial aspect of the evaluation process. Your behavior, attitude, and interactions with others speak volumes about your personality. The armed forces seek individuals who not only possess the necessary skills and qualities but also embody discipline, teamwork, and professionalism. By following these guidelines and maintaining a positive and respectful demeanor outside the interview room, you can enhance your chances of leaving a favorable impression and succeeding in your SSB interview.
