Group Discussion in SSB GTO Series | SSB Interview
In the GTO series of SSB interview, Group Discussion (GD) is the first and foremost step. Group Discussuion is a casual discussion
within a group on provided topics. However, before we proceed, you must
precisely understand that it is not a debate.
SSB Group Discussion
comprises of two sessions. In the first session of discussion, candidates are
given a choice of topic selection while in second discussion, no such choice is
allowed to them. The topic in both discussions has two sub topics. A time frame
of 15 to 20 minutes is allotted to each discussion within which every candidate
gets an opportunity to express himself freely and as such, speak as many times
as he wants to.
Watch Sample SSB Group Discussion (SSB GD) Video here:
Sample SSB GD Topics:
- In past few decades it is seen that people from Indian villages are migrating to cities very fast. According to you what is the reason behind this exodus?
- The corruption in public life is increased in India in past few years; this problem is growing day by day. According to you what is driving factor for the corruption in our day today life need or greed?
Approach for SSB Group Discussion (SSB GD)
In this SSB Group
Discussion (SSB GD), the attributes of the aspirants that are under scanner include
their interpersonal skills, group participation, and knowledge. Here, they can
follow certain tips to enhance their chances of excelling in this group
activity by presenting their qualities efficiently. These include:
- In the first session, while
selecting a particular topic, also try to cite the reason behind this
selection. This can facilitate the entire group in choosing a more
relevant topic and give you an edge above others. Try to give 2-3 basis of
topic selection in favor of your choice.
- Be precise in your ideas and
their representation. Take a good time of 25-30 seconds to speak you mind.
- Participate actively in the
discussion by speaking regularly. But you must also allow others to put up
their views. Hence once you are done with a topic, let others speak and
then put forth your next point.
- Always be positive in your
ideas.
- Before finishing it off, try
giving one point each for every sub topic.
- Follow a positive and
impressive body language throughout.
- Avoid indulging in any one to
one discussion in the entire GD.
- In a group discussion, when all
the participants are quite vocal and there are others interrupting you in
expressing your ideas, a loud and clear voice will be your winning shot
giving you a fair chance.
In GTO, the bottom
line is possessing proficient knowledge and communication skills. Howsoever
hard it may look, but both these attributes can be developed quite efficiently
simply by putting in little efforts.
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