It is a common misconception that the SSBs follow a complicated process to select candidates. Most of the candidates generally have a tendency of collecting a lot of material from various books and other sources and are thus confused and start looking for some imaginary correct answers.

No one is perfect. The assessors understand and give more than adequate benefit for the shortcomings or mistakes which you may have committed. Do not try and hide anything. Many candidates have a tendency of lying and making false pretenses which the accessors view negatively.

The interview is based on the theory of free association. The aspirant is made to talk freely. Through this free association the interviewer assess  whether the candidate has the essential qualities to be trained to become an average officer in the Armed Forces. They do not expect the candidate to be a walking encyclopedia.