WHAT YOU SHOULD EXPECT FROM THE NDA AFSB EXPERIENCE (updated)

This blog have compiled result from our research to help all aspirants especially 70rc,71rc, 72rc, 73rc NDA candidates Please take note that experience varies year to year. Make sure you read and share to others.
NB: Afsb experience look similiar but may vary year to year with new concept introduced.






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You have written the NDA entrance exam or screening test , your name is published on the newspaper or on or NDA website as a successful candidates qualified to attend armed Forces board selection interview, or probably you are preparing in faith that you will be among the successful candidates, then read this.

The thing about AFSB is that it is dynamic in nature, despite it follow a certain pattern every year, there are bound to be differences, discrepancies, no wonder it is called academy of wonders. 69Rc is not same with 70 Rc, down with 73rc despite having the same pattern, but you can learn from the experience of previous RC to prepare yourself to the current RC you are working towards.





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Now these are the steps to Follow:

BEFORE LEAVING HOME

Before applying for the NDA, it is advisable to undergo a medical check-up to determine your fitness level. This will help you to address any medical issues before the Armed Forces Screening Board (AFSB) screening, which is a crucial and challenging part of the selection process.

To prepare for the AFSB, it is recommended to engage in physical exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups, and pull-ups. These exercises will help you to carry your weight while climbing the last rope during the individual obstacle crossing. Jogging regularly will also help you to control your breathing and build your endurance.

Staying up to date with current affairs and studying basic mathematics problems will help you during the aptitude test and engineering, computer science, physics, and mathematics courses. It is also important to quit any drug use, smoking, and alcohol consumption and drink plenty of water to flush toxins from your body.

Ensure that all your credentials are correct and complete, and buy all the necessary items required for the interview. It is better to go with extra items in case of loss or damage. When going for the AFSB, bring provisions such as tea, milk, cornflakes, biscuits, and extra cash.

Lastly, it is important to be friendly and respectful to your fellow candidates, as they may have connections that could help you in the future.Make sure you sleep well before leaving home, afsb will deprive you of sound sleep. There is no peace for the wicked!




REPORTING FOR AFSB
Candidates usually report to the NDA old site in Ribadu, Kaduna, for the AFSB.








Stage 1 Registration: Upon arrival at AFSB, candidates will undergo a search for prohibited items such as phones and sharp objects. It is important to avoid bringing your phone as it will be confiscated in front of you, although some candidates may attempt to smuggle them in. Following the search, you will be asked for your name and NDA officials will verify if your name is on the exam list. You will then be given a chest number for identification purposes, which corresponds to how your name appears on the list. After registration, you will proceed to the Drill Shed for credentials screening and assessment.

Stage 2 Credentials Screening: During this stage, your NECO or WAEC scratch card will be collected. If you don't have a scratch card, you will need to pay for one. You will then be issued a form to fill out with information about your name, exam number, grades, age, and JAMB registration number. You must ensure that all information provided is correct, and that your certificates are complete as this is where your screening begins. All certificates and details will be documented in a file for future reference, and those found guilty of certificate fraud will be disqualified.

Stage 3 Psychological Test: This stage tests your reasoning ability, speed, and problem-solving skills. You will be presented with shapes, lines, and pictures to analyze and arrange, and will also be asked personal questions. It is important to answer truthfully as this stage determines who you are and what arm of service or course of study is best suited for you.

Stage 4 Medical Test: The medical test is usually conducted at NDA's permanent site in Afaka, with additional tests conducted at the old site in Ribadu. This stage includes various tests such as HIV/AIDS and pregnancy tests for females, and checks for viruses . The most important test during this stage is the B.P. (Blood Pressure) test, which can easily eliminate a candidate if their BP is not within the acceptable range. Other tests include height and weight checks to calculate BMI, dental and eye examinations, physical medical check-ups, and electrocardiogram tests to check heart function and breathing rate.

This stage includes the B.P. test, height and weight checks, dental and eye examinations, physical medical check-ups, and electrocardiogram tests. Any abnormalities in your body or critical issues found during this stage can lead to disqualification.
The B.P Test(Blood Pressure)
This is the most dreaded stage,Sometimes the first Stage of the medical This stage seems easy and simple but it can easily eliminate almost a full state.Medical test from HIV/AIDS/ pregnancy test for ladies to test about current virus like Ebola and Corona Virus will be carried out. For the B.P try and keep your heart calm, avoid thinking much especially from the day you report for AFSB. This B.P test usually is the main factor that disqualifies candidate every RC.
b. Height And Weight
This is another simple but a Technical stage of the Afsb Medical test. This is where your Height and Weight will be checked. If you fall short of the requirement you will be disqualified. A lot of candidates were disqualified also because of Height and Weight. This Height and Weight is use to calculate your BMI(Body Mass Index)
The minimum requirement of height for Boys is 1.68m while for girls is 1.50m.
c. Dental Examination
This is the stage where your teeth will be examined to see if it is faulty and properly Arranged. Your teeth will also be examined to know if it is infected
d. Eye Test
This is the stage where your Eyes will be tested to know if you have any Eye problem. You will be tested for Color Blindness, longsighted and Shortsightedness. Ensure you read whatever later they ask you to read very well. Call the alphabet you see very loud. Don't allow fear to deprive you of your success.
e. Physical Medical check up
This is the stage where you will be strip naked, your balls will be checked if it is complete, that is for the boys While for the girls your boobs will be checked. Other things will also be checked for such as flat foot, pile, For pile: you will have to open your anus then bend down and cough very well. They will also check for Tattoos, chest measurement, bow legs, and any surgical Scar or mark and any other abnormality in your body. If it is critical you will be disqualified immediately. This stage is one of the deadliest stages in medical screening... It looks simple but any little error in you might send you back to your father's Village immediately.
f. Electrocardiogram
In this stage, some electrical wires will be placed on your chest i.e. to the heart; it will also be place on your legs and hands. Then the machine will start its reading. The essence of this test is to check if your heart functions well and if your breathing Rate is normal. This test is very critical because the result is hardly tempered with.
g. Blood And Urine Test
A sample of your blood and urine will be collected for laboratory test. The essence is to check your Blood group, Hepatitis B, genotype, HIV status, your sugar Level, if you are a smoker, a drug addict and any other Blood related diseases. This stage is also very vital and Critical because you can't predict if your blood and urine is completely pure and okay at that moment.
h. X-Ray
This is the stage where your chest and bone will be examined in order to see if your bone and chest is in the proper format. You will be told to Breath in and Out for some time.

do not cover up a serious medical defect and use connection to dismiss it, it will affect you a lot during training, you might even die.


STAGE5 3.2KM RACE


The 3.2km race may make some candidates nervous, but it can be one of the easiest stages if you follow the tips I provided earlier. Endurance is crucial for this race, and you can achieve it by jogging at least three times a week. To succeed, boys must complete the race between 0sec-18mins, while girls must complete it within 0sec-22mins. Running too fast initially is not advisable; instead, try to keep up with the front runners, but don't allow them to create a large gap. It's essential to keep your mouth closed when running and open it slightly when you feel tired, allowing air to penetrate through your mouth and nose to facilitate proper breathing. A yellow plastic card will be issued to you during the race, which will be collected after the race to verify that you followed the correct route and prevent shortcuts.

Stage 6, the Aptitude Test, requires writing an essay and answering objective questions. The objective questions are random and can come from subjects such as mathematics, English, Government, Current Affairs, and other foreign countries' events. You'll receive a single objective answer sheet, followed by a separate sheet of paper for your essay. Questions like "Why do you want to become a military officer?" or "What do you think can stop terrorism in Nigeria?" may be asked. Write what you know and avoid using complicated language, as simple English is best. It's essential to prepare thoroughly before going to AFSB.

Stage 7, the Individual Obstacle Crossing, requires endurance and agility. Make sure to drink plenty of water and exercise before attempting this stage. You'll face ten obstacles, including a red pole that you must jump over without touching, a higher green pole that you must touch with your hand and leg, and crawling under metal wire with your stomach. You'll be scored for each obstacle you successfully cross. Crossing a triangular block while landing on both feet, crossing with a rope without touching the red rope tied across the pole, crossing the Monkey Hand Bridge with only your hands, and jumping over two pits are some of the obstacles. You'll also crawl through eight tunnels and complete the final stage that carries the most score. Female candidates may find some obstacles challenging, but with constant exercise, it's possible to succeed. Red signifies danger, while green is safe.


Stage 8 Group Obstacle Crossing
In this stage, candidates are divided into two or three groups, depending on the number who made it past the elimination stage. While there are multiple group obstacles, only three or four must be completed, including retrieving a rifle, a diamond, and a scroll. These obstacles are technical and require thought. Each team has four minutes to read and understand each obstacle before moving on. A group leader is required to provide directives on the order of activities. It is recommended that candidates actively participate and even act as group leaders for an additional mark. Remember that although your fellow candidates are your competition, team building is essential, and individual differences should not be forgotten.

Stage 9, modeling, is also technical and aims to test a candidate's confidence and ability to provide quick solutions to real-life problems in populated and urbanized areas of Kaduna state. Various toys, colors, and objects represent these problems, such as a car, boat, house, horse, donkey, tricycle, helicopter, human, tree, river, and ambulance. Each candidate selects a piece of paper with a specific problem and must provide a possible solution within four minutes. It is important to understand the problem and visualize the town in the model to provide a clear understanding of the situation. Facing the board or the judgment hour is the final stage where all documents and information are thoroughly assessed. Candidates are called in one at a time and must be honest and confident, answering questions without fear. This stage is where a candidate's destiny is decided, and it is important to maintain composure, concentration, and honesty.

The federal government covers school fees, and candidates are entitled to a monthly stipend. AFSB screening involves fun, stress, competition, and survival of the fittest. Remember that nothing is impossible with hard work and the grace of God. MORALE HIGH: Let me see your comments.

Check out Random pictures from the academy below.

SHAYI YE! SHA YI YE! MAMA! DON'T BE AFRAID OH! GOD IS BY OUR SIDE Mountain Climbing Obstacle Crossing Cadets being taught weaponry Taking that Guy over there out! ON TARGET BULLEYE   Sporting activities at NDA. SAY YAY!!!!! YIN and YANG cadets are also trained in boxing Gym Facilities for the cadets. NDA Cadets during a music procession Dressing like India NDA cadets(historical tradition) Inside Rain or Fire, Cadets must move on S.E.R.E session Did this IN AFSB, Now you are doing it in full Camou MAP READING Looks like Normandy Landing (LOL) Operation Sandstorm(lol!) Keep moving Bulleye Sail Navy! Making the Bird jealous. Whats up Arty Easy bro, I am also coming The pics can't explain all you will face there. Just expect the worse and show them it's no worse than hell. Good luck!!! To all applicants. Before you go! Read this too. 7 LESSONS THAT NDA ARMED FORCES SELECTION BOARD INTERVIEW TAUGHT ME Also 12 Reasons why Nigerian Defence Academy is different from your regular university. HOW TO SCALE THROUGH THE 3.2 KM RACE @NDA AFSB COMMON MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT MIGHT DISQUALIFY YOU FROM JOINING THE MILITARY Compiled and edited to suit the current RC by Afolabi Micheal. Redited (23/March 2020) pls share don't copy!