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What if the only thing standing between you and your dream is the version of yourself you haven’t discovered yet? Shreesha, a corporate professional from Bangalore, took six SSB attempts to figure that out.He didn’t lack potential, he just needed to stop being someone else and start being himself.From emotional whirlpools to unshakable clarity, his journey wasn’t just about defense — it was about direction. Here’s how self-awareness, resilience, and the right guidance turned failure into final recommendation.
04-07-2025
"You don’t just prepare for the SSB — you prepare to meet the best version of yourself."
Meet Shreesha: From Bangalore to the Navy's NAIC
Born and brought up in Bangalore, Shreesha completed his schooling and engineering from CMR Institute of Technology, before stepping into the corporate world. He worked for 3 years in domains like EdTech and SaaS. But somewhere deep inside, a dream was taking root. That dream was born near the ASC Training Centre, an Army area close to his home, where he would often see uniformed personnel — a sight that never failed to inspire him. Though physical limitations like height and spectacles initially made him question his eligibility, a chance encounter during his college days changed everything. A Navy officer visiting his campus for an event opened his eyes to the multiple entry options in the armed forces, even for candidates with specs.
How the Dream Took Shape
Although his specs disqualified him from NDA, he later became eligible under certain vision limits and discovered Short Service Commission in the Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (SSC-NAIC). His focus and passion realigned — and the goal was set. He gave six attempts, getting screened out and conference out repeatedly. But instead of walking away, he decided to walk deeper — into self-discovery.
The Turning Point: Attempt #6 and the Mindset Shift
After repeated rejections, Shreesha realized that he was trying too hard to become someone else. In his earlier attempts, he tried to copy every strategy and mannerism he learned — especially from mentors.“In my Bhopal attempt, I tried to be exactly like Shashank Sir — and failed. The learning was right, but the application had to be mine.”
That moment of realization marked his transformation. He stopped imitating and started owning his preparation.
What Made This Attempt Different
Shreesha chose to go into the SSB unfiltered, honest, and true to himself. He allowed his emotional intelligence to guide him rather than weigh him down. In earlier attempts, he used to:
“If you're digging an emotional pit — don’t fall into it, jump over it.”
He didn’t suppress his emotions. Instead, he channeled them positively and used them as tools of resilience and authenticity.
Handling the SSB Psychology with a Personal Touch
Shreesha is an emotionally receptive person, and earlier, he used to view that as a weakness. At R2R, he realized emotions are a strength, if directed well. “After the psychology classes, I stopped feeling lost. I started seeing clarity even in confusion.”Through exercises, mock discussions, and introspective guidance, he polished his dominant traits while accepting the parts he used to hide.
His Strategy for PPTT and Lecturette
For PPTT, Shreesha focused on imaginative yet grounded stories. He practiced different scenarios, ensured logical flow, and worked on confident narration.For lecturette, he used a smart hack:“Practice in front of a mirror, as if you're already in the interview.”He visualized the entire environment — timer, GTO, and group — and built muscle memory for clarity and poise.
How R2R Helped Him Redefine Himself
Shreesha joined R2R before his 4th attempt — and it changed the course of his journey. What stood out for him?
Advice to Aspirants: What Shreesha Wants You to Know
Explore personalized SSB mentoring, mock interviews, and psych strategies tailored for you, just like Shreesha did.
Prachi Parmar
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