THIS CALL UP LETTER MAY PLEASE BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE

NOTIFICATION FOR NDA-141 COURSE

SELECTION CENTRE EAST, ALLAHABAD

CALL LETTER FOR SSB INTERVIEW : NDA-141

1. This is to inform you that you have been shortlisted to attend SSB interview for joining the
National Defence Academy on clearance of SSB and meeting other laid down criteria. Please
quote this reference with your Roll No in all future correspondence (if any).

2. Thus, you are required to report at Selection Centre East, Allahabad or at Railway Station,
Allahabad Junction on date and time chosen by you on the “joinindianarmy website” or
allotted by Selection Centre East. Our representative will receive you and arrange your
conveyance to the Selection Centre.

3. Candidates will have to make return rail reservation at his/her own arrangements after
screening out/conference out/medical examination as the case may be. No rail reservation will be
made by this organization.

4. In case a candidate has a close relative/parent posted in the selection centre, East, he is
required to withhold his move and contact us immediately through e-mail/Tele/Dak. Further
instructions regarding change of Centre will be intimated to you immediately on receipt of such
confirmation from you. Withholding information or giving false information in this regard will
render you liable for cancellation of candidature and or disqualification of commission in
case detected subsequently.

5. Documents. You will bring along the following documents at the time of reporting for
interview:-

(a) Original along with two self attested copies of 10th Class Marksheet & Passing
Certificate or Marksheet-cum-Passing Certificate or equivalent certificate issued by the
Board concerned (CBSE/State Board/ICSCE) in which date of birth is reflected for proof
of date of birth (Admit card/Marksheet/Transfer/Leaving Certificate) are not acceptable.

(b) Original along with two self attested copies of 12th class Passing Certificate &
Marksheet.

(c) Candidates Who Have Submitted Their Certificates and Mark Sheets in College
or Institution for Pursuing Higher Studies. Please bring a bonafide certificate along
with certified true copy of those documents as per specimen attached at Appendix ‘A’.

(d) 12th class appearing candidates are required to bring certificate from their
college/school as per format at Appendix ‘B’.

(e) Risk Certificate as per Appendix ‘C’.

(f) Certificate for not having duplicate profiles/registration IDs as per Appendix ‘D’.
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(g) All certificates in original. Originals will be returned after verification at the
Service Selection Board ITSELF. Any candidate who does not carry all the
documents as mentioned for SSB interview will have his candidature cancelled.

(h) Proof of Identity. Proof of identity with photograph such as voter ID (or) PAN
card (or) driving license (or) passport or Aadhar Card.

6. The acceptable date of birth is the one recorded in the Matriculation or Higher Secondary
exam certificate or in a certificate recognised by an Indian University as equivalent to Matriculation.
No other document relating to age will be accepted and no subsequent request for its
change will be considered or granted.

7. Applicable for Service Candidates Only. Service candidates will be entertained at the
selection Centre for their SSB interview only if they report on movement order by their respective
unit.

8. Those candidates who have yet to qualify in the 12th class or equivalent examination and
are allowed to appear in the UPSC Examination should note that this is only a special concession
given to them. They are required to submit proof of passing the 12th class or equivalent
examination by the prescribed date (i.e 24 December 2018) and no request for extending this date
will be entertained on the grounds of late conduct of Board/University Examination, delay in
declaration of results or any other ground whatsoever.

9. For Tattoos:- A detailed policy on candidates with permanent body tattoo(s)

appearing for commission as officers has been uploaded on joinindianarmy.nic.in website.
Permanent body tattoos are permitted only on inner face of forearm i.e. from inside of elbow to the
wrist and on the reverse side of palm/ back (dorsal) side of hand. Permanent body tattoos on any
other part of the body are not acceptable and candidate will be debarred from further selection.
Such candidates will be permitted to continue with the selection process in SSB on submission of
following certificates as uploaded on “joinindianarmy.nic.in” website with their particulars duly
filled:-

(a) An undertaking (other than those from tribal communities) for permanent body
tattoos as per format at Appendix ‘D’ of Tattoo policy.

(b) Self Certification Certificate to be signed (for tribal candidates only) as per format at
Appendix ‘A’ of tattoo policy and certificate of belonging to a tribal community and
permissibility of permanent body tattoo(s) to be signed by DC/ DM/ SDM of the District/
Tehsil or Chairman/ Secretary or any other Senior member of the tribe as per format at
Appendix ‘B’ of Tattoo policy.

10. Travelling Allowance (TA).

(a) TA is admissible for the shortest route only.

(b) You are authorized to travel by AC III Tier / AC Chair Car. TA will be paid as per
defence travel rule.

(c) No re-imbursement of TA will be permitted in the absence of original travel

documents.
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(d) You are entitled for TA when you attend the interview for a permanent
commission / short service commission for the first time in defence services.
Such allowance is not admissible for second or subsequent attempts for the
same type of commission.

(e) Re-imbursement of TA will be electronic transfer to your Bank Account through

NEFT. You are advised to carry sufficient amount in cash for your return journey and
personal expenses during your stay at Selection Centre East, Allahabad. TA to eligible
candidate will be paid through direct bank transfer and therefore the onus for providing
correct details rests with the candidate.

(f) Candidates are requested to deposit a cancelled cheque of the account in

which they desire the TA to be remitted giving their bank details (Acct No, Bank
Name, IFSC Code No, Bank Code No., Branch Name, Address & Beneficiary name)
for claiming TA as per format at Appendices ’E’ & ‘F’.

11. Use of Concession Form. If you make use of any concession (from defence or any
other department), you will not be paid the TA.

12. Compensation. Government is not responsible for any compensation to the candidates
or to their guardians / heirs for injuries sustained by them during the period of testing or while using
military transport.

13. Testing. This will be in two stages over five days. The details are as under:-

(a) Stage I. Stage I testing will comprise the following:-

(i) An Intelligence Test.

(ii) A Picture Perception and Discussion Test.

(b) In case if you do not qualify Stage I, you shall be required to proceed from the Centre
by 1 PM that day.

(c) Stage II. Stage II test comprises the following and shall be applicable if you qualify
Stage-I:-

(i) Psychological Test.

(ii) Group Tests I and II (for two days).
(iii) Interview.

(d) Medical Examination. Candidate recommended by the Services Selection Board

will undergo a medical examination by Board of Service Medical Officers. Only those
candidates will be admitted to the academy who are declared fit by the Medical board. The
details for the same are available at official website of Directorate General Recruiting
www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.

14. Accommodation and Messing. Free accommodation (including bedding, quilts (as per
season) and mosquito nets) and free messing will be provided to you during your stay at the
Selection Centre. Lunch will not be served on the day of reporting / arrival.
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15. Timings. You will adhere to timings and instructions given by the staff of Selection
Centre East, throughout the duration of your stay at the Centre. You may leave the Selection
Centre for sight-seeing only after completion of all tests scheduled for the day and will return to
the Centre in the evening as per timings given below :-

(a) Summer - 1900 hours

Timings will not be violated under any circumstances
(b) Winter - 1800 hours

16. Items to be Brought. Candidates are advised to travel light with the following items:-

(a) Two pairs of white shorts / full sleeves & T-shirts for GTO task.
(b) One pair of Sports Shoes preferably in white, one pair of leather shoes, two pair of
white shocks and one pair of colour socks.
(c) Two pair of formal dress (Full sleeves light colour shirt and dark colour trouser).
(d) Track suit and winter wear as per seasonal requirement.
(e) Adequate writing material.

17. Light bedding is provided by this Centre. Please do not bring bedding. However you can
get one additional blanket during winter season, if you need it.

18. Photographs. Thirty copies of latest passport size photograph (not more than six months
old) in white background will be brought along during SSB.

19. Amenities. Facilities for certain indoor and outdoor games are available for your use.
Services of cafeteria, washer man shop, barber shop, Internet etc on fixed rates are available
within the campus. No credit facility exists.

20. Dress Code. All candidates will be formally dressed when moving out of the living area.
Appropriate / prescribed dress will be worn for attending each of the tests which shall be
communicated to them from time to time.

21. Sight Seeing. Candidates may visit places in Allahabad after testing hours.

22. Cash and Valuables Do not bring any valuables and keep only limited cash with you
during your stay. Safe custody of cash and valuables will be your sole responsibility. SBI ATM is
available within the Campus.

23. Change of Address Change of address (if any) after submission of application forms will
be intimated to Directorate General of Recruiting, Adjutant General’s Branch, Integrated
Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army), West Block-III, R.K. Puram, New Delhi – 110066.

24. Do’s.

(a) Be courteous with all the staff interacting with you.

(b) Deposit your mobile phone if retained after stage I testing. It will be returned to you
after Stage II testing.
(c) Move out of your living area only in shirt and trouser with shoes or dress for testing.
(d) Meet any visitors only at the visitors’ waiting room or cafeteria but only after testing
hours.
(e) Adhere to punctuality.
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25. Don’ts.

(a) Do not visit any area at the Selection Centre other than candidates’ mess, candidates’
lines and testing areas.
(b) Do not smoke or consume liquor during your stay at the Centre.
(c) Do not swim / go on boating at Sangam or any other water bodies during your stay.
(d) Do not attempt to visit any of the staff members or use any means to approach them
directly or indirectly to seek any favour.
(e) Do not tip any staff.
(f) Do not pay any money to touts as bribe.

26. Any violation of above orders or any act of indiscipline will result in immediate
cancellation of candidature on disciplinary grounds. The decision of the Commandant,
Selection Centre East will be final and no appeal against this decision will be entertained.

27. Physical Conditioning. If you qualify the SSB interview and medical examination, you
are advised to follow the under mentioned regimen daily in order to keep yourself in good physical
condition at the time of reporting at the Academy :-

(a) Running - 2.4 kilometers in 15 minutes.

(b) Sit ups - 25
(c) Push ups - 13
(d) Chins ups - Minimum six.
(e) Rope climbing - Three to four meters.

28. In case of any query, please mention your Roll Number, Course Number, Call Up letter
Number, Full Address, E-mail ID and Mobile Number in your correspondence to enable this office
to respond to your queries. You may also contact Selection Centre East, Allahabad on the
following:-

(a) Telephone - 0532-2424816 (Timings 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM & 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM)
(b) Website - joinindianarmy.nic.in

Sd/-
Call Up Officer
Lt Colonel
for Commandant
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Appendix ‘A’
(Refers to Para 5 (c) of Joining Instructions)

CANDIDATES WHO HAVE SUBMITTED THEIR CERTIFICATES AND MARKS SHEETS

IN COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION FOR PURSUING HIGHER STUDIES

It is certified that ____________________ S / o Shri______________________ is a

bonafide student of _______________________ (College / University / Institution / School) and is
presently studying ______________________ (herein name of course pursuing is to be
mentioned). The following certificates and mark-sheets in respect of the above named individual
have been deposited with this College / University / Institution in original for verification purposes:-

1. _______________________________

2. _______________________________

It is further certified that photostated copies of above documents have been verified by the
undersigned and attested.

Place : (Signature of the Principal / Registrar of the

Date : College / University where studying with
stamp)

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Appendix ‘B’
(Refers to Para 5 (d) of Joining Instructions)

CANDIDATES WHO ARE STUDYING IN 12th CLASS OF THEIR ACADEMIC SESSION/

APPEARED FOR FINAL EXAMINATION / RESULT NOT DECLARED

It is certified that ____________________ S/o Shri______________________ is a bonafide

student of _______________________ (School/College) and is presently studying
in______________________ his final board/semester examination will be /was conducted
during___________________ (month and year of exam) and the results are expected to be
declared by ___________________(month and year of expected date of declaration of exam
results).

Place : (Signature of the Principal / Registrar of the

Date : College / University where studying with stamp)
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Appendix ‘C’
(Refers to Para 5 (e) of Joining Instructions)

RISK CERTIFICATE

I (Name)__________________father / guardian of (Name of Candidate)

________________who is a candidate for NDA / TES Regular Commission of the Army, hereby
certify that I fully understand that my son / ward will, if required attend Services Selection Board
with my full and free consent and at my own risk and that I or my son / ward shall not be entitled to
claim any compensation or retest for the same course or any other relief from the Government if
my son / ward sustains any injury during the course of / as a result of any of the tests
administrated to him at the said Service Selection Board or while using military transport due to
any reasons.

Place :
(Signature of father / guardian)
Date :
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Appendix ‘D’
(Refers to Para 5 (f) of Joining Instructions)

CERTIFICATE FOR NOT HAVING DUPLICATE PROFILES/REGISTRATION IDs

1. I understand that creating duplicate profiles (registration IDs) on

www.joinindianarmy.nic.in is not allowed.

2. I hereby certify, that I have only one profile (registration ID) on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
whose user name is________________________.

OR

I have more than one profiles (registration IDs) on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in whose user
names are as under:-

(a) _______________________

(b) _______________________

(c) _______________________

3. For Candidates Having More Than One Profile/Registration ID. Having understood that
I can maintain only one profile (Registration ID), I have already requested the authorities
concerned at DG Recruiting by email/letter on_____________ to delete my profile(s) (registration
IDs) with following user name(s):-

(a) ______________________

(b) ______________________

4. In case the above information submitted by me is found to be false, I understood that all my
current applications are liable to be cancelled at any stage of the selection process.

Date : Candidate Name : __________________

Station : Course : __________________

Roll No : _________________
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Appendix ‘E’
(Refers to Para 10 (f) of Joining Instructions)

(FILL ALL DETAILS IN CAPITAL LETTERS)

BANK DETAILS OF CANDIDATES FOR DESPATCHING OF TRAVELLING

ALLOWANCE THROUGH NEFT SYSTEM

1. Name of Candidate : ________________________________________________

2. Chest No : ___________________ 3. Batch No ____________________

3. Address : ________________________________________________

Distt : ___________ State : ___________ PIN : _________

4. Email address : ____________________________________________

5. Beneficiary (A/c holder) Name: _____________________________________________

6. Bank Name : _______________________________________________

7. IFSC Code : ________________________________________________

8. Branch Name : ___________________________________________

9. Branch Code : ___________________________________________

10. Account No : ________________________________________________

CERTIFICATE

My TA entitlement (if applicable) may kindly be credited into the above acct. I have verified
the Bank details and they are correct to the best of my knowledge.

Date : ____________________
(Signature of Candidate)
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Appendix ‘F’
(Refers to Para 10 (f) of Joining Instructions)