ISSB

Summary

The transcript outlines the rigorous selection process for the Armed Forces of Bangladesh conducted by the Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB). It details the tri-dimensional assessment system, which evaluates candidates on physical, psychological, and environmental dimensions through various tests, including medical exams, written tests, and personality evaluations. Candidates must demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to service. The selection process culminates in a board conference where assessors review each candidate's performance. Successful candidates receive a green card, enabling them to pursue training as commissioned officers, while those who do not meet standards are encouraged to improve and try again.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB) is responsible for selecting potential officers for the Armed Forces of Bangladesh, focusing on leadership qualities.
• 💪 The selection process follows a tri-dimensional assessment system that evaluates candidates on environmental, physical, and psychological dimensions.
• 📝 Candidates must check eligibility requirements and apply through the official website before undergoing various tests.
• 🏋️‍♂️ The selection process includes several stages: preliminary Viva, medical examination, written tests, and a series of personality and physical tests.
• 📚 Candidates are advised to study general knowledge, current affairs, and basic English skills to prepare for the written tests.
• 🤔 The personality test includes multiple assessments such as story writing, word association, and self-description to evaluate candidates' psychological profiles.
• 💬 Group testing exercises focus on teamwork, communication, and leadership skills through tasks like group discussions and physical challenges.
• 🔍 The Board Conference, held on the final day, discusses each candidate's performance based on the assessments conducted throughout the selection process.
• 🟢 A green card signifies recommendation for training, while yellow and red cards indicate areas for improvement or non-recommendation, respectively.
• 🎉 Successful candidates who receive a green card must undergo a detailed medical examination before final selection for training in their respective academies.

Q & A

What is the mission of the Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB) of Bangladesh?

The mission of the ISSB is to select potential officers for the Armed Forces of Bangladesh by assessing candidates based on their physical, mental, moral, educational, social, and dynamic qualities.

What is the tri-dimensional assessment system used by the ISSB?

The tri-dimensional assessment system consists of three dimensions: environmental, physical, and psychological. This system helps ensure unbiased judgment and efficiency in assessing candidates.

How does the selection process of ISSB begin?

The selection process begins with candidates looking for advertisements in national dailies to check their eligibility for preliminary Viva, medical, and written tests.

What does the preliminary Viva examination assess?

The preliminary Viva assesses candidates on their self-knowledge, general knowledge, skills, language proficiency, and basic health during the medical examination.

What kind of tests are included in the GTO (Group Testing Officer) phase?

The GTO phase includes various tests such as group discussions, progressive group tasks, half group tasks, extempore speeches, physical ability tests, planning exercises, command tasks, and mutual assessments.

What is the significance of the board conference in the ISSB selection process?

The board conference is significant as it involves all assessors discussing each candidate based on their performances over the previous days to arrive at a consensus for recommendations.

What do the results from the ISSB indicate?

Results from the ISSB are indicated by different cards: a green card means a candidate is recommended, a yellow card indicates some shortcomings, and a red card means the candidate is not recommended.

What should candidates remember about military service according to the ISSB?

Candidates should remember that military service is not just a job; it is a dignified way of life that involves service before self and the willingness to make supreme sacrifices for the nation.

How does the ISSB ensure unbiased judgment during candidate assessments?

The ISSB ensures unbiased judgment by following a structured assessment system that examines candidates from multiple perspectives, including physical, psychological, and environmental factors.

What preparations are recommended for candidates before attending the ISSB?

Candidates are advised to prepare by studying general knowledge, current affairs, and basic skills in English, as well as practicing their writing and public speaking abilities for various tests.