HIGHLIGHTS
How Many SSB Centres are there in India and its details
List of all Indian Airforce, Indian Navy and Indian Army SSB Centres
How to reach your called SSB centre and places to stay nearby
The service selection board(SSB) of all three services Indian Armed Force is entrusted to recommend the potential officers among defence aspirants, who have already cleared written examination or direct interview formalities.
There are a number of SSBs are located in different places of India and a few of them are mixed with the Indian Army & Indian Navy.
But most of the SSBs are Arms specific ie Indian Airforce has its own SSBs.
One of the SSB has written a relevant piece of words about service selection procedures as called: The Philosophy of Assessment
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The Philosophy of Assessment
“Manasa, vaacha, karmana are three Sanskrit words. The word manasa refers to the mind, vaachaa refers to speech, and karmanaa refers to actions.
These three words are together used to describe a state of consistency expected of an individual.
Manasa, Vaacha, Karmana is usually invoked to imply that one should strive to achieve the state where one’s thoughts, speech, and actions coincide.
It is in accordance with this principle that three different assessors using three different techniques, namely the Psychology (manasa), Interview (vaacha) and GTO (karmana) assess candidates on their qualities.
The assessors gauge a candidate’s present level and thereafter give him a predictive level which he is likely to attain on completion of military training.
Those who come up to the required standards based on a rating scale are recommended.” (writing from one of the services selection Boards)
Responsibilities of SSB
The service selection board(SSB) of the Indian Armed Force is responsible to conduct the selection of potential future officers through different age groups, educational qualifications, and different entries.
The board evaluates the suitability of the candidate for becoming an officer using a standardized protocol of evaluation system which constitutes personality, intelligence tests, and interviews.
The tests are of both types i.e. written and practical task-based.
An SSB comprises of a panel of assessors, who are officers in the Indian Armed Forces and have their specializations as Psychologist, GTO (Group Task Officer), and Interviewing Officer.
In addition, there a few civil DIPR qualified civilians(Psychologist) are also posted with Armed Force officers.
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How Many SSB Centres Are There In India?
There are Twelve Service Selection Boards across India, out of which four boards are for the Indian Army, five boards are for Indian Air Force, and five boards are for the Indian Navy. SSB is a 5 days evaluation process.
>> Indian Army SSB Centres
1. Selection Centre East (SCE) Allahabad: (Uttar Pradesh)
| 11 SSB |
| 14 SSB |
| 18 SSB |
| 19 SSB |
| 34 SSB |
2. Selection Centre Central (SCC) Bhopal: (Madhya Pradesh)
| 20 SSB |
| 21 SSB |
| 22 SSB |
3. Selection Centre South (SCS) Bangalore: (Karnataka)
| 17 SSB |
| 24 SSB |
4. Selection Board North Kapurthala(Punjab)
| 31 SSB |
| 32 SSB |
>> Indian Air Force SSB Centres
| Sr No. | SSB | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | AFSB Dehradun | Uttarakhand |
| 2. | AFSB Mysore | Karnataka |
| 3. | AFSB Gandhi Nagar | Gujrat |
| 4. | AFSB Varanasi | Uttar Pradesh |
| 5. | AFSB Guwahati | Assam |
>> Indian Navy SSB Centres
| Sr No. | SSB | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | NSB Coimbatore | Tamilnadu |
| 2. | NSB Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh |
| 3. | SSB Kolkata | West Bengal |
| 4. | 12 SSB at SCS Bangalore | Karnataka |
| 5. | 33 SSB at SCC Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
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Details of Indian Army SSB Centers
1. Selection Centre East (SCE) Allahabad: (Uttar Pradesh)
| Address | Cariappa Rd, Canton, Civil Lines, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211001 |
| Email ID | [email protected] [email protected] |
| Contact | 0532-2424816 |
Selection Centre East (SCE) is one of the Selection Centre for the Indian Army which is situated in the city of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
This centre was raised back in 1957 with an aim to recommend suitable candidates to become an officer after a thorough examination with Psychological Tests, Group Discussions, Ground Tasks, and Personal Interview
It includes five Services Selection Boards namely 11 SSB, 14 SSB, 18 SSB, 19 SSB, and 34 SSB
Everyone says that Allahabad is the rejection centre, this is not true, this perception is because it is the largest SSB centre in India with 5 SSBs. So the most number of recommendations are from this centre and that’s why there are higher rejections. Once you go to the academy you’ll find out that every second cadet has been recommended by Allahabad
How to Reach SSB Centre Allahabad?
To reach the centre by yourself, ask any auto-rickshaw to drop you at “new cantt” which is a little ahead of the high court. He will drop you at the gate which is closest to the SSB centre.
Or go to MCO which is on platform no. 1 of the railway station and from there you will be boarded to army bus and taken to the centre. Then you needn’t worry about the address.
If you’re reporting one day before, you have to make your own arrangements till reporting time. On reporting day, if you reach the centre Sometime before, there is a cafe where you can entertain yourself.
Hotels Near SSB Centre Allahabad | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you report for your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Hotel Kanha Shyam
2. Hotel UR, Stanley Rd
3. Arjun Hotel, Allahabad Junction
4. Hotel Vineet, Johnstonganj
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If You are travelling to Allahabad through Indian Railway, you can book the Dormitory/ Retiring Room inside the Railway Station premises.
The dormitories are pocket friendly, amenities are good, you get a locker too, and most of the people staying there will be SSB Aspirants so you will have good company too.
Moreover, since you have to report at the MCO which is inside the Railway Station, it is the nearest place to stay.
2. Selection Centre Central (SCC) Bhopal: (Madhya Pradesh)
| Address | Sultania Infantry Lines, Navri Rd, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462001 |
| Contact | 0755-2731245/2731255/2702223 |
| Reporting Point | Parking Zone, outside platform No 5, Bhopal Junction Railway Station |
Selection Centre Central is one of the main and busiest centres of the Indian Army which has 3 boards: 20,21 and 22 SSB. It also includes one board for the Indian Navy: 33 SSB
It is headed by an officer of the rank of Major General who is the Commandant of the Centre as also the President of 22 SSB
The centre consists of all required facilities including a mess, dormitories, canteen, inside and outside sports facilities and more.
Usually CDSE, NDA and Naval Entry candidates get an opportunity to visit the SSC Bhopal to give their SSB Test.
How to Reach SSC Bhopal?
Bhopal is well connected with all lines of transport. You can proceed to SSC Bhopal by reaching via Bhopal Junction railway station.
You can bus transportation like ISBT, Halalpura Bus Stand, Nadra Bus stand etc. The airport for Bhopal is the Raja Bhoj Airport.
Hotels Near SSB Centre Bhopal | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you report for your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Adarsh Palace Hotel
2. Khajuraho Hotel
3. Hotel Bharat Regency
4. Treebo Trend
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3. Selection Centre South (SCS) Bangalore: (Karnataka)
| Address | 43, Dickenson Rd, Hanumanthappa Layout, Sivanchetti Gardens, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560042 |
SCS Bangalore resides in one of the most beautiful cities in the country, which is located on Cubbon Road in Bangalore.
The Bangalore SSB centre is quite neat, and overall, the atmosphere is comfortable. And In my personal opinion, Bangalore is possibly the best place to be allotted for SSB!
Situated in the old British Accommodation, it consists of three boards: 12 (for Navy), 17 and 24 SSB. The Selection Centre is also headed by a Major General who is also the President of 17 SSB.
As the centre is located in the City, you can go to malls and take a small trip in the metro (if you haven’t experienced it yet) and enjoy yourself a little in the evening. Not that this is important, but still, if the I.O were to ask you what you did in your free time, you can have a good answer!
How to Reach SCS Bangalore?
Bangalore is super well connected with subway stations, buses, railway stations and airports.
As a matter of fact, you can easily travel via the metro station to reach the SSB centre. The closest metro station would be the Mahatma Gandhi Road Metro Station.
Make sure you do your research prior if you are not familiar with metros. As Bangalore metros have different lines which go to different stations. You need to be on the Purple line to reach this station.
After that, you can take an auto or any other transportation to reach the SSB centre.
Hotels Near SCS Centre Bangalore | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you report for your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Treebo Trip Akshaya Mayflower
2. Hotel S L N Comforts
3. Oyo 9605 Hotel Golden Inn
4. The Signature Inn
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4. Selection Board North Kapurthala(Punjab)
| Address | 99JV+77V, Professor Colony, Kapurthala, Punjab – 144602 |
SSB Kapurthala is a newly established board that was raised on 1 July 2015. The first batch of candidates was reported on 1 April 2016.
If you also get an opportunity to visit the city Kapurthala which is in Punjab near Jalandhar, do make sure to check its nearest attractions
Including seeing the nearby Sainik school and New Cantt, which is an awesome place to visit.
How to Reach SSB Kapurthala?
You can reach Kapurthala via train or bus. As most of you would be coming from various cities of the country, a majority of you will be travelling to Jalandhar.
Jalandhar is a bigger and main city than Kapurthala, and a lot of trains are connected to the Jalandhar Railway Junction.
After reaching Jalandhar, you can reach to Jalandhar bus stand which has a number of buses going back and forth between Kapurthala and Jalandhar.
You can get down at the Kapurthala Bus stand, after which it’s a small 5 min walk to the SSB centre.
Hotels Near SSB Centre Bhopal | Where to Stay?
As Kapurthala is a rather small city with limited hotels, I recommend you book the hotel 4-7 days prior to your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Oyo 31026 Samrat Regency
2. Oyo 48429 Hotel Saffron
3. Hotel Mehak
4. Sainik Rest House (For army personnel)
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Details of Indian Air Force SSB Centres
1. AFSB Dehradun
| Address | 112/1, Post Office Rd, Air Force Colony, New Basti, Clement Town, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248002 |
Located in the beautiful state of Uttarakhand, 1 AFSB is one of the finest SSB centres which brings AFCAT, CDSE and NDA candidates for assessments
The AFSB consists of essential facilities, a TV Room, ANTE room, CSD Canteen, Internet room including many activities at the centre.
As the centre resides in one of the coldest places in the country, make sure you check the current temperatures and have appropriate clothing to avoid getting sick of the cold weather
How to Reach AFSB Dehradun?
You can reach Dehradun by train, by bus or even by flight. It’s well connected to major cities like Delhi, Varanasi, Mumbai, Kolkata and others.
Do note that if you are flying to Dehradun, you will generally see a lot of flights coming from Delhi as that’s one of the nearest places to get a direct flight to Dehradun
Hotels Near AFSB Centre Dehradun | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you report for your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. OYO 40733 Dolphin Guest House
2. Hotel Satya
3. OYO 42755 Deep Inn
4. OYO 10425 Queens Pearl INN
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2. AFSB Mysore
| Address | Chamundi Vihar Complex, Chamundi Vihar Layout, Mysuru, Karnataka 570011 |
| Contact | 08212526614 |
AFSB Mysore is one of the SSB centres where Indian Airforce applied candidates gather to take their tests.
Situated as a district of Karnataka, the 2 AFSB Mysore provides an opportunity to AFCAT, NDA and CDSE candidates including PABT test for IAF choice candidates who have their SSB in Selection Center South, Bangalore are conducted here
You will find good dormitories, ANTE room and various facilities to accommodate the candidates coming for SSB in this selection centre
How to Reach AFSB Mysore?
Mysore is connected with railways and bus transportation. If you are coming via flight, the closest airport would be the Bangalore airport.
You can travel to Mysore via train or bus to reach the SSB centre.
Hotels Near AFSB Centre Mysore | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you report for your SSB. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Regalia Inn & Suites
2. The Grand Inn
3. Hotel Royale Heritage
4. Hotel Shashtri Paradise
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3. AFSB Gandhi Nagar
| Address | 3 AFSB (3 Air Force Selection Board), Indian Air Force, Landmark- Electronic State, GIDC Rd, Sector 25, Gandhinagar, Gujarat 382024 |
| Contact | 07923245080 |
The 3 Air Force Selection Board centre situated in the capital of Gujarat, conducts SSB interviews for candidates coming for NDA, CDSE, AFCAT and other entries.
You will also find the headquarters of the South Western Air Command of the Indian Air Force situated in Gandhinagar as well.
The 3 AFSB is just a decade old centre, established in 2012. It facilitates candidates with indoor and outdoor game rooms like Table tennis, carrom and chess. A TV room and ANTE room are also present here.
How to Reach AFSB Mysore?
Candidates coming to the 3 AFSB in Gandhinagar would be required to report at the Ahmedabad Railway Station, which is around 30km away from Gandhinagar
As usual, you will be taken to the AFSB centre by the centre bus post your reporting at the Ahmedabad railway station
Ahmedabad is well connected with trains, buses and airports. You can travel to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport if you are coming by flight. The airport is just a few km away from Ahmedabad railway station
Hotels Near AFSB Centre Gandhi Nagar | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Ahmedabad, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Skylon Hotel
2. OYO 5584 Hotel Siddharth Inn
3. Hotel Belen
4. Hotel Yatri
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4. AFSB Varanasi
| Address | Cantt, Patel Nagar, Varanasi cantonment, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221002 |
Varanasi is one of the oldest cities of the old, and I am sure you have all heard the place mentioned in Mahabharata
The 4 AFSB situated in the city of Uttar Pradesh, conducts SSB interviews for NDA, AFCAT, CDSE, etc candidates.
You will find the stay at the SSB to be quite on par with modern facilities including games, ANTE room, TV room and even a CSD Canteen.
Varanasi’s summers can be quite warm and the winters can be quite chilly. So make sure you check the weather in Varanasi and pack some essential clothing for the city
How to Reach AFSB Varanasi?
Varanasi is well connected by rail, road and air. You can reach this city by getting down at the Lal Bahadur Shastri International airport.
If you reach by train, you can find the bus station to be quite nearby as well.
Hotels Near AFSB Centre Varanasi | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Varanasi, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. OYO 48509 Hotel Mittram
2. Hotel Aditya Inn
3. Hotel Ashiyana
4. New Chetak Hotel
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5. AFSB Guwahati
| Address | 4J22+9M4, VIP Chowk, Borjhar, Guwahati, Assam 781015 |
The 5 AFSB is the newest addition of the Air Force Selection boards which is situated in Guwahati, Assam
Candidates coming from NDA, CDS and AFCAT are assessed here. The Selection board was inaugurated at Kanchrapara airbase by former Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha
5 AFSB Kanchrapara is in Air Force Station Kanchrapara which was established on September 1, 1942, and the base was used during World War II and was home to several P-51 Mustang, B-25 Mitchell and P-38 Lightning Aircrafts.
How to Reach AFSB Guwahati?
Varanasi is well connected with rail, road and air. You can reach this city by getting down at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
The SSB centre is just 2-3km away from the Airport which makes it easier for candidates to reach without many hurdles. The railway station is also close by and candidates can also reach by road via bus transportation
Hotels Near AFSB Centre Guwahati | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Guwahati, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Hotel Aashiyana
2. Hotel VIP Regency
3. OYO 17255 Hotel Kanika Inn
4. Hotel Manikanta Inn
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Details of Indian Navy SSB Centers
1. NSB Coimbatore
| Address | INS Agrani, Red Fields, Puliakulam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641045 |
| Contact | 1800-425-4599 |
Naval Selection Board or NSB are centres where candidates give their SSB test, to become an Indian Naval Officer.
NSB Agrani situated in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu gives an opportunity to young candidates coming under the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme, and other Naval entries to be assessed here
The Selection centre provides candidates with all kinds of facilities and living quarters during their time of SSB test.
How to Reach NSB Coimbatore?
Coimbatore is well connected and a tier-II city. The city’s railway station known as Coimbatore Junction is well connected to all major cities in India. The NSB centre is less than 5km from the station as well
For candidates taking the roadway, Coimbatore has 3 National Highways: NH47, NH67 and NH209. The town buses (intra-city) operate from the town bus stand in Gandhipuram to other bus stations across the city.
If you are coming via flight, you can drop off at the Coimbatore International Airport at Peelamedu which is less than 10km from the NSB Agrani
Hotels Near NSB Centre Coimbatore | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Coimbatore, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Hotel Chanma International
2. Collection O 29891 Hotel Karpagam, Gandhipuram
3. Metro Park Inn
4. Hotel Jothi
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2. NSB Visakhapatnam
| Address | 9-IRSD Area, Next to Material Organisation, Andhra Pradesh 530008 |
| Contact | 0891-2815012 |
NSB Visakhapatnam which a lot of candidates know by the name of NSB Vizag is situated in Andhra Pradesh
Candidates coming for different Naval officer entries including SSC executive branch, UES Entry Scheme and others are assessed here
The Selection Board has a good amount of facilities, including an entertainment room, outdoor as well indoor activities like Table Tennis, Badminton and others are present here
How to Reach NSB Visakhapatnam?
Visakhapatnam is one of the largest populous cities in Andhra Pradesh with a well-connected road, rail and air
If you are coming via railways, the Visakhapatnam railway station would be a suitable place to get down. With just under 5km to reach the NSB centre
If you are coming via the airport, you can drop off at the Visakhapatnam International Airport which is less than 7km from the Naval Selection Board Visakhapatnam.
Hotels Near NSB Centre Visakhapatnam | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Visakhapatnam, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Hotel Ramachandra Lodging
2. Hotel Morya
3. Hotel Karanth’s
4. Hotel Winsar Park
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3. SSB Kolkata
| Address | College Rd, Naiya Para, Diamond Harbour, West Bengal 743155 |
| Contact | 031-74255791/24892150 |
Service Selection Board Kolkata is one of the newest Selection Board centres inaugurated by Former Admiral Sunil Lanba, the Chief of Naval Staff on 14 May 2019
The Selection centre is situated on the outskirts of Kolkata i.e around 55km away from central Kolkata city.
Candidates coming for Naval officer entries for both permanent and short service commission are catered here
The SSB is situated near the Diamond Harbour and is closest to the SSB centre for candidates coming from the Northern and North-Eastern parts of the country
How to Reach SSB Kolkata?
Kolkata is one of the major cities in India which is well connected with all means of transportation.
However as SSB Kolkata is quite far from central Kolkata city, you can either travel to Sealdah Railway station or Howrah Railway station. As most of you could be told to report at the Sealdah Railway Station
If you are coming via flight, you can get down at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport and travel to your reporting venue which is less than 20km from the airport
I suggest you reach your reporting venue prior/on time to avoid missing the bus which will take you to SSB Kolkata which could be 2-3 hours of journey. To avoid missing it.
Hotels Near SSB Kolkata | Where to Stay?
If you are reaching a day prior to your SSB test at Kolkata, You can Stay at the nearest hotel to get an ample amount of rest before you reach your reporting centre. Here are some of the best hotels to stay in:
1. Hotel Sefali Delux
2. Hotel Ganpati Deluxe
3. Hotel Nataraj Residency
4. Kohinoor International Lodge
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4. SCS Bangalore (12 SSB)
SCS Bangalore has the 12 SSB as the Selection Board for Naval Candidates. Please refer to the details of this selection board from above, or click here
5. SSC Bhopal (33 SSB)
SSC Bhopal has the 33 SSB as the Selection Board for Naval Candidates. Please refer to the details of this selection board from above, or click here
Conclusion
SSB is a well-established institution that has a set of Standing Order of Procedure to identify the potential officers of the Indian Army, Navy(including Coast Guard) & Air Force.
The primary aim of the SSB is to assess the defence aspirant’s ability to carry out the task related to the defence service of the country after required training.
The above article gives you a detailed outlook on all SSB centres in India, which you can be called for your SSB
All The Best!
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