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17. Position of Responsibility in In games/sports and extra curricular
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18. Choice of Arms/Service …………………………………………………
19. Type of Commission …………………………………………………
20. No. of chances availed …………………………………………………
21. Results of chances available in the past
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SSB No. Batch and Chest no. Dates of Interview Whether Recommended or Not
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Lesson 12
Psychological Tests

Schedule—Psychological tests (as we understand in reference to SSBs) are conducted immediately
after the screening test. Psychological tests in SSBs are of two types—Intelligence tests and Projective
tests.
Intelligence Tests—The purpose of intelligence tests is to assess the basic intelligence of
candidates. Without going through various definitions proposed to understand intelligence, it is
sufficient to mention that intelligence is capacity to solve problems ‘quickly and correctly’. The two
basic features of any intelligence are speed and accuracy.
Types of Questions—If you have been going through some competition magazines regularly you
will understand the types of questions that normally comprise intelligence tests. Simple questions on
numerical ability, linguistic ability, spatial ability, logic, and abstract operations are asked in the
intelligence tests. Some examples of these tests are given at the end of this chapter. Important to
remember here is that intelligence tests are always conducted with some stress-causing factor/factors.
In our situations of testing, stress is introduced by two factors i.e. difficulty and time. Questions
vary in terms of difficulty. Secondly, they are to be attempted within limited time. In SSBs various
intelligence batteries are available in which the no. of items, degree of difficulty and allotted maximum
time vary.
Conduct of Intelligence Tests—The Psychologist initially gives detailed instructions on the
conduct of the test. He clarifies the nature of questions and method of writing their answers with the
help of adequate examples question. A practice set is given before the actual set of questions is
administered to ensure grasp.
Generally, intelligence tests are to be written in PENCIL ONLY. Candidates are not allowed to use
the ink or ballpoint pens because the question-booklets are reusable and therefore, it is necessary to
avoid any type of permanent marking on them.
An intelligence test battery consists of two sets of question papers. Both the sets are to be answered
one after the other. Instructions and questions for the two sets may be similar or different. The
Psychologist would ensure that the candidates are fully clear about the questions, allotted time, and
intructions about the conduct of test.
Do’s And Don’ts During Intelligence Tests
1. Intelligence tests are to be taken with a peaceful and attentive mind. You must be fresh and
arrive at the testing venue at or a little before the allotted time. In no case rush up or reach late at the
testing hall.