This article will walk you through the commonly asked interview questions like, Tell me about yourself, Your strength and weakness, why should you be recommended, how do you handle stress etc, and the important tips to answer them exactly the way SSB Interviewing Officer wants you to.
TOP SSB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS & TIPS ON HOW TO ANSWER THEM IMPRESSIVELY
Read these Personal Interview questions to know why they are asked in SSB and how you should answer them to increase your chances of getting recommended.
TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF
The question is a way to break the ice and make you feel more comfortable during the interview process. This also allows the interviewer to determine if you're a good fit for the job. One of the goals of this question is to get to know you a little bit beyond your resume or PIQ (Personal Information Questionnaire) form.
Tips to answer Tell Me Something About Yourself.
: talk about yourself and not your friends or family member,
: project why you're an excellent fit for the job,
: Don't give out too much, or too little, personal information,
: Avoid showing too much involvement in your hobbies that might make your interviewer wonder whether it is more important to you than your career.
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST STRENGTH
The main reason interviewers ask this question is to identify if your strengths align with the needs of the armed forces. Hence, it is critical to show the interviewing officer that you have the qualities the SSB is seeking in the applicant. Try to describe the skills and experience that you have which directly correlate with the OLQ's.
Tips to answer What is your greatest strength ?
: discuss the attributes that will qualify you for the armed forces and set you apart from the other aspirants,
: take the time before the job interview to make matches between your qualifications and the requirements,
: rather than stating that you are an excellent problem solver, instead tell a story that demonstrates this.
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST WEAKNESS
It is very important to respond carefully as you don't want to project any doubt on your qualities to do the job. However, don't be dishonest by claiming that you don’t have any weaknesses.
Tips to answer what is your greatest weakness ?
: come up with honest shortcomings that aren't critical for the job,
: discuss skills that you have improved upon, or that you are actively working on improving.
WHY ARE YOU LEAVING OR WHY HAVE YOU LEFT YOUR JOB
Remember: No organisation is likely to want to bring on someone who talks negatively about an institute, let alone defence forces.
Tip to answer why are you leaving or why have you left your job ?
: avoid bashing your current organization, colleagues or supervisor.
WHY SHOULD WE RECOMMEND YOU
This interview question might look silly to you. The interviewer through this question wants to know whether you are really motivated to join the defence forces or just another employment opportunity.
Tips to answer why do you want this job ?
: highlight a few of the abilities that qualify you for the job,
: emphasize what you can contribute after joining.
HOW DO YOU HANDLE STRESS AND PRESSURE
Tips to answer how do you handle stress and pressure ?
: avoid claiming that you never, or rarely, experience stress,
: give an example of how you have successfully handled stress,
: avoid mentioning a time when you put yourself in a needlessly stressful situation. Also Read | What, Purpose, Tips & Example Rapid Fire Questions Asked In SSB
ONE TIP FOR ALL SSB PERSONAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS PERPETRATION
Write out your answer to all of these personal interview questions in advance and then read it aloud to ensure it sounds natural.
