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Section 4 – Interview

Basis of the Interview Technique

Introduction

The interview process followed at the SSB is based on the Free Association
Technique. In this technique, the interviewer establishes a very free

association through his informality and then probes your past behaviours to
extrapolate your likely behaviour in the future. It is believed that your past is

a reflection of your future.

How the interview is conducted

Normally, the interviews start immediately after the psychological tests on
the second day. The batch is divided into groups and assigned to various
interviewing officers. Usually, an interview lasts for 45 minutes to an hour.

However, in some cases, it may be shorter or longer. Depending upon the
batch size, some of you may have their interview on the third and fourth day
also. Depending upon your interview schedule, you will be told the dress

code. In case your interview is on the third or fourth day immediately after
the GTO testing, you may be asked to come in sports dress itself. If you have
the time, you must change into formals for the interview. If it is a hot

summer, you can restrict yourself to a full sleeve shirt with tie. If it is winter,
you may use a blazer in addition. Remember to shave, and groom your hair