The Defense Ustaad

Jai Hind!! Ladies and Gentlemen. I'm Arun Singh Tomar. I have cleared CDS and AFCAT written exams for 6 and 5 times respectively. I have dedicated my 3 years and 11 SSBs to get a recommendation from SSB but unfortunately I didn't get one. However, those failed attempts and a vast experience of such failures taught me a lot of things and I'll share them with you here. You can follow me on Instagram at the.defense.ustaad & arun.singh.tomar. You can get daily updates about my podcasts, articles and short videos about SSB and written exams.

How to stay motivated during Written and SSB Preparation?

Jai Hind, Everyone. In this episode you will find insights about how to remain motivated during your CDS, NDA and SSB preparation.

01-13
11:27

CDS Preparation and College Exams

CDS Preparation and College Exams

09-22
20:59

Do's And Dont's For CDSE & Other Defense Exams Part 2

Based on the actions and thought process that I have observed in my students and aspirants on social media. This podcast provides you an insight about choosing teachers and study material for various defense written exams such as CDSE, NDA and AFCAT. Jai Hind.

09-20
17:05

Do's And Dont's For CDSE & Other Defense Exam Part 1

Based on the things and behaviors that I have observed about the aspirants, teachers and the coachings with regard to preparation of written exams such as CDSE, AFCAT, NDA and INET. Jai Hind.

09-19
14:12

The Last SSB attempt (Varanasi) and a few lessons

This episode is the last one in the series of my SSB attempts. Apart from the narration of the events during the last attempt, you can also listen to a few life lessons that I learnt from written and SSB preparation. Also, the struggle was worth it. Jai Hind!!

09-08
29:29

My 8th, 9th and 10th SSB Attempts at Bhopal & Dehradun

This episode brings you with the aftermath of my father's shooting incident, my accident and then the subsequent attempts. It may tell you how to handle situations in adversity and how to float when tide is against you. Jai Hind!!

09-07
29:08

My 5th, 6th and 7th SSB Attempts at Bangalore and Dehradun

This episode will tell you about my journey throughout the above mentioned SSB attempts and how I handled things in my life in general. Maybe you can find a thing in here to learn. Jai Hind!!

09-05
27:51

My 4th SSB Attempt at 22 SSB, Bhopal (CDS OTA 104 NT) Part 2

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened on Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, and Day 5 of my 4th SSB attempt in May 2017. You will be able to know about my mindset along with my performance and perception about things. A lot of learnings and mistakes that I have told in here. Jai Hind!!

09-04
33:21

My 4th SSB Attempt at 22 SSB, Bhopal (CDS OTA 104 NT) Part 1

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened after my 3rd SSB attempt & on Day 0 and Day 1 of my 4th SSB attempt in May 2017. You will be able to know how I prepared for my SSB in daily life. A lot of learnings and mistakes that I have told in here. Jai Hind!!

08-31
24:56

My 3rd SSB Attempt at 22 SSB, Bhopal (CDS OTA 103 NT)

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened during 5 days of my 3rd SSB attempt in Nov 2016. You will be able to know how I was able to deal with GTO and the Interview along with other SSB Candidates. A lot of learnings and mistakes that I have told in here. Jai Hind!!

08-29
25:05

My 2nd SSB Attempt at 11 SSB, Allahabad (CDS OTA 102 NT) Part 3

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened on Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5 of my 2nd SSB attempt in May 2016. You will be able to know how I was able to deal with GTO and the Interview along with other SSB Candidates. A lot of learnings and mistakes that I have told in here. Jai Hind!!

09-10
41:24

My 2nd SSB attempt at 11 SSB, Allahabad (CDS OTA 102 NT) Part 2

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened on Day 1 and Day 2 of of my 2nd SSB attempt in May 2016. You will be able to take a look into my mind set with new vigour and Josh with the new candidates and also how I maintained group dynamics. Focus on the mistakes that I did and try not to repeat them. Jai Hind.

08-24
28:13

My 2nd SSB Attempt at 11 SSB, Allahabad (CDS OTA 102 NT) Part 1

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened prior as well as on the day of arrival during my 2nd SSB attempt in May 2016. You will be able to take a look into my mind set after my 1st conference out and also the circumstances during which I gave my SSB. Focus on the mistakes that I did and try not to repeat them. Jai Hind.

07-23
32:13

Difference Between Written And Technical Entries in SSB

In this podcast, I have presented my views regarding the differences between technical entries such as TGC, SSC Tech etc and written entries such as CDS and AFCAT. I covered the differences from a factual as well as from a observational and perceptual point of view. Jai Hind.

07-22
25:23

Defense Aspirants And SSB Coaching

This episode talks about my experience in Olive Greens Chandigarh and also the type of mindset a defense aspirant should have while going for a coaching. It also focused on merits and demerits of coaching along with the prerequisites that one should keep. Jai Hind.

07-18
31:46

Defence Aspirants And Daily Chores At Home

This episode is more about personal context of doing daily chores at home and how they can create an impact oj your personality as well as psychology. Correlation to Academy and SSB can be seen very well at a few instants. Jai Hind.

07-08
21:57

How To Improve Lecturette And Communication Skills?

This episode focus on the basics of conducting a good lecturette and also covers the methods to improve your Lecturette as well as communication skills. I have elaborated the daily routine methods dor enhancing communication skills and technical aspects to boost your performance in SSB. Jai Hind

07-06
26:55

Why And How Introduction Is Necessary?

In this episode I have explained the different aspects of giving one's introduction in various domains of life. It also focused and talked in context of SSB correlated to the personal life of the candidates. Listen and implement for powerful impact in your life.

07-03
16:01

Mingle With Friends & Society Alike

In this episode I have explained about the need of interacting and socializing with not only friends but also with your relatives and neighbours. This is associated with different type of candidates that you will come across in SSB and it will make you handle them tactfully. Jai Hind.

07-02
19:53

My First SSB at 12 SSB Bangalore (Navy UES) End Part 5

This episode is the narration of the incidents that happened on GTO day 2 i.e. Day 4 and Conference i.e. Day 5 of my first SSB attempt in Feb 2016. You will be able to take a look at my perspective regarding Command Task and then Interview and how exactly they were conducted. Also, how my first attempt was concluded at this juncture. Jai Hind.

06-29
31:30

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