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Balancing 2:30 AM math classes, a master’s degree, and the dream to wear the uniform, sounds impossible, right? But for Priyadarshini, it was just another chapter in her journey.From repeated rejections to finally earning her SSB recommendation, she proved that resilience pays off.
This isn’t just a story of success, it’s about strategy, self-belief, and staying true to who you are.Here’s how she turned her third attempt into the one that changed everything.
04-07-2025
"Success doesn’t always come to those who prepare the most, but to those who persist the longest — with purpose, patience, and personality."
Quick Background
Priyadarshini’s journey to don the uniform was never meant to be easy and she never expected it to be. Her father being in the Indian Air Force, the dream to serve in forces was always close to her heart. Having studied in Kendriya Vidyalayas all her life, she developed a strong sense of discipline and responsibility early on.
She completed her 4-year integrated B.Sc.-B.Ed. course from Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhopal in 2022. While many focus entirely on preparation post-graduation, Priyadarshini chose a different path — one with responsibility and independence. She began working as a teacher and later joined an EdTech company where she taught U.S. students math from 2:30 AM to 10 AM, all while pursuing her master’s and preparing for the AFCAT and SSB.
The Early Struggles
In 2023, she gave her first two AFCAT attempts but couldn't clear the written exam due to the demands of her job. However, she remained undeterred. In 2024, she cleared the written exam but was conference out in both attempts. That’s when she sought structured guidance and took support from Shashank Sir, which gave her clarity on what needed improvement.
What Changed in Her Third Attempt?
By the time she gave her third SSB attempt in 2025, her preparation wasn’t just technical — it was personalized."This time, everything in psych revolved around my PIQ. I simply imagined myself in the story."
Instead of creating generic stories during the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), she began relating stories to her real personality, her teaching experience, interests in music and NCC, and her ongoing education. Out of 12 stories, at least 8 were from her background. She had learned to draw inspiration from her own life. In WAT and SRT, she connected words like confidence with music and leadership with her teaching role. The practice made her responses instinctive and authentic.
How She Handled Tough Questions in the Interview
In her final interview, she faced tough questions — including the one many aspirants fear:“You had no financial barrier, your father is in the Forces. Why didn’t you take proper coaching and focus full-time?”Earlier, such questions made her doubt her choices. But now, she stood her ground.“My decisions shaped me. I chose to be independent and grow from my mistakes. I believe that has brought me here.”This self-belief and clarity became her strength.
How She Prepared for the SSB Stages
🔹 PPTT & GD:
She focused on simple stories and confident narration, without dominating. When the group diverted, she helped steer it back. Watching Palki Sharma’s videos and reading Better India articles kept her informed for GD and lecturette topics.
🔹 Psych Tests:
She made a list of her core domains — teacher, singer, defense aspirant — and created 5–6 stories per domain. This helped her relate quickly to any image shown in TAT. 🔹 Interview:
Mock interviews and feedback helped her anticipate tricky questions. Her communication improved naturally due to her teaching job.
🔹 Lecturette Tip:
Structure matters. She broke her talk into Past–Present–Future + Opinion and started with a quote to grab attention. Her goal: 3 minutes of clear, uninterrupted delivery.
Staying Motivated
Whenever she felt low, her inner voice reminded her:“In your 20s, when you know you want something so badly, you can’t waste time. Either go all-in or don’t go at all.” The age factor, limited attempts, family inspiration, and career vision kept her focused.
Her Advice to Other Aspirants
How R2R Helped in Her Journey
R2R’s approach didn’t spoon-feed her stories. Instead, it helped her develop her own story — her own identity.
Neha Ma'am’s screening module gave her absolute confidence in clearing the first stage.Regular practice, even online, helped her structure GDs better.Mock interviews with Shashank Sir prepared her for real panel questions — many of which repeated during her actual SSB.
"R2R didn’t force a narrative, they helped me discover mine."
If Priyadarshini can manage 2:30 AM shifts, a master’s degree, and multiple SSB attempts — all while building her personality — you can too.Start your journey with clarity, confidence, and commitment.And if you ever need a nudge in the right direction, guidance is just a click away.
Prachi Parmar
Marketing Manager, R2R