Stories
From Repeated NDA Failures to CDS Success: Keerat Singh's Inspiring Journey
- •Keerat Singh dreamed of joining the Indian Army at 17, failing the NDA written exam twice.
- •Transferred from Symbiosis to Delhi University, improving his college CGPA from 4 to 7.73.
- •Passed the CDS written exam on his first attempt and was the youngest candidate at SSB Bhopal.
- •After continuous setbacks, he heard 'Chest Number 29, you are selected,' marking his life's biggest moment.
- •His story shows that failures can be part of the path to a goal, and working on shortcomings leads to success.
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After experiencing a low CGPA around 4 and a backlog in calculus, Keerat Singh moved into a PG away from home, engaged in college societies, sports, and focused heavily on his academics. His dedication paid off as his CGPA improved to 7.73 in his third semester, 7.82 in his fourth, and he ultimately graduated from Hindu College with a 7.73 CGPA.
After facing consecutive NDA failures and initial setbacks in SSB interviews, Keerat Singh dedicated himself to studying about 10 hours daily in Shimla and cleared the CDS written exam for the Officers Training Commission on his first attempt. He subsequently cleared the medical test and was selected at SSB Bhopal bearing Chest Number 29 at the age of 20.
Recognizing that having a backup plan is essential, Keerat Singh consulted seniors to gather information about career options, internships, and campus placements. During his fifth semester, he participated in placements and successfully secured two job offers: one as a Junior Project Manager and another as an Entrepreneur in Residence.
