Clearing the SSB Interview is the toughest part of joining the Armed Forces. With success rates at just 8–10%, the right mentorship becomes the game-changer.
At Doon Defence Dreamers, we provide the strongest SSB Panel in India – a team of retired Armed Forces Officers who have themselves served as GTOs, Psychologists, and Interviewing Officers at official SSB Boards (Bhopal, Bangalore, Mysore, Vizag, Coimbatore).
The biggest difference? These officers are exclusive full-time faculty at Doon Defence Dreamers. While other institutes may use their names, only Dreamers has them teaching students daily.
Meet Our SSB Mentors
Col. P.P. Barakoti (Retd.) – Senior GTO
- Served over 15 years as GTO at Army, Navy, and Air Force SSB Boards
- Served at DIPR (Defence Institute of Psychological Research) – trained GTOs and IOs
- Hundreds of officers tested and selected under his supervision
- One of India’s most respected GTOs, now shaping future officers at Doon Defence Dreamers full-time.
Capt (IN) Madhukar Tyagi (Retd.) – Senior GTO
- 28 years in the Indian Navy (Executive Branch)
- NDA alumnus
- 13+ years as GTO & Senior GTO at SSB Bhopal, Coimbatore, Vizag
- Former Divisional Officer at NDA
- Specializes in outdoor tasks, group dynamics, and leadership development.
Wing Cdr Deepak Kumar Tyagi (Retd.) – Psychologist
- 21 years in the Indian Air Force
- Completed Armed Forces Psychologist Course (DIPR, Delhi)
- Served as UT Psychologist at AFSB, Mysore
- Awarded top professional rating – ‘Cat A’
- Expert in psychological testing: WAT, TAT, SRT, SDT & personality analysis.
Group Captain Ambu Ahluwalia – Senior GTO
- 32 years in the Indian Air Force (Flying Branch)
- 12 years as Senior GTO at AFSBs
- Ex-Squadron Commander at NDA
- Tested more than 4500+ candidates
- Known for developing officer-like qualities (OLQs), teamwork, and decision-making skills.
Capt (IN) S Jayaswal (Retd.) – Interviewing Officer
- 34 years in the Indian Navy
- Interviewing Officer at SSB Bangalore, 2000+ interviews conducted
- Commanded 7 Kerala NCC, producing multiple future officers
- Trained at IIM Ahmedabad, DIPR Delhi & IAI Israel
- Commendation Medal by Chief of Naval Staff
- Guides aspirants in cracking personal interviews with confidence.
Lt Col Rohit Mehra (Retd.) – Psychologist (Assessor)
- 21 years in the Indian Army
- Served in Ladakh, Kargil, Assam, Nagaland with operational experience
- Completed Technical Officer & Psychologist Course (DIPR, Delhi)
- Served as Psychological Assessor at 22 SSB Bhopal, assessed 1000+ candidates
- Helps students understand defence mindset and ace psych tests with confidence.
Doon Defence Dreamers – Exclusive Advantages
Only Defence Institute with a Full-Time Ex-SSB Panel (not guest faculty)
Record Results – 35 NDA selections in 1 month, 6 recommendations in 1 day
Integrated NDA + SSB Coaching under one roof
Personal Mentorship – Small batches, individual feedback, officer grooming
FREE SSB BATCH – A Dreamers Initiative
To support deserving defence aspirants, Doon Defence Dreamers also runs Free SSB Coaching in Dehradun.
Taught directly by our full-time Ex-SSB Officers
Covers complete 5-day SSB procedure (Screening, Psych, GTO, PI, Conference)
Open for meritorious candidates who have cleared written exams
This initiative makes Doon Defence Dreamers the only institute in India where aspirants can access such high-quality training absolutely free.
Final Words
If you dream of becoming an Armed Forces Officer, your best chance lies with mentors who’ve actually selected officers at real SSB Boards.
That’s why Doon Defence Dreamers is the No.1 choice for SSB Coaching in Dehradun – not just because of results, but because of the authentic experience our officers bring.
Join Doon Defence Dreamers – SSB Coaching in Dehradun and get guided by India’s finest Armed Forces mentors.
Key Takeaways
1. SSB is the Toughest Stage in Armed Forces Selection
The SSB Interview has a very low success rate (8–10%), making expert mentorship essential.
2. Doon Defence Dreamers Has India’s Strongest Full-Time SSB Panel
Faculty includes retired GTOs, Psychologists, and Interviewing Officers from official SSB boards like Bhopal, Bangalore, Mysore, and Vizag.
3. All Mentors Are Full-Time, Not Guest Faculty
Unlike many institutes that use ex-officers for namesake, Dreamers has its SSB officers teaching students daily.
4. Elite Mentorship from Highly Decorated Officers
Mentors like Col. P.P. Barakoti, Capt. Madhukar Tyagi, Wing Cdr. Deepak Tyagi, and others bring decades of experience and have selected thousands of officers themselves.
5. Proven Track Record of Success
35 NDA selections in one month
6 SSB recommendations in a single day
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)?
1. Why is SSB coaching important for Armed Forces aspirants?
Clearing the SSB Interview is the most challenging part of joining the Armed Forces, with a success rate of just 8–10%. Structured coaching and mentorship significantly improve the chances of success by preparing candidates in screening, psychology, GTO, and interview techniques.
2. What makes Doon Defence Dreamers different from other SSB coaching institutes?
Doon Defence Dreamers is the only defence institute in India with a full-time Ex-SSB Panel consisting of retired Armed Forces Officers who have served as GTOs, Psychologists, and Interviewing Officers at official SSB Boards.
3. Who are the mentors at Doon Defence Dreamers?
Our elite panel includes:
Col. P.P. Barakoti (Retd.) – Senior GTO
Capt (IN) Madhukar Tyagi (Retd.) – Senior GTO
Wing Cdr Deepak Tyagi (Retd.) – Psychologist
Group Captain Ambu Ahluwalia (Retd.) – Senior GTO
Capt (IN) S Jayaswal (Retd.) – Interviewing Officer
Lt Col Rohit Mehra (Retd.) – Psychologist
All mentors are full-time faculty and have served at official SSB Boards across India.
4. Is the faculty at Doon Defence Dreamers full-time?
Yes, unlike many other institutes that use ex-officers as guest faculty, all SSB mentors at Doon Defence Dreamers are exclusive full-time instructors, teaching and mentoring students daily.
5. What results has Doon Defence Dreamers achieved recently?
We have produced 35 NDA selections in just one month and 6 SSB recommendations in a single day, making us one of the most result-oriented defence coaching academies in India.
