1.   This is a test to filter the desirable candidates for the second stage testing.. Here the candidates are shown a hazy picture for 30 seconds and thereafter 4 minutes are given to write a story. One is required to identify the number of characters, age, sex, mood and then go on to write a story bringing out the situation perceived in the picture, what must have led to the situation and what is the likely outcome of the situation. After 15 minutes of break, the candidates are divided into the groups of 15-20. They are made to sit in a semicircular fashion and narrate the story one by one.
 

2.   Following are the important points to be kept in mind:-

•    When you see the hazy picture, try to see how many persons are there. 

•    See if the person whom you want to make the main character of your story is a male or a female.

•    Please, stick to the picture and form  a story in your mind. Do not try to complicate the situation by over thinking about the picture. It is your simple perception and not mugged up stories beforehand.

•    See the picture for complete 30 seconds and observe the details. What most people do is the moment they see the picture, they start off with writing the story. This is where they make a mistake. When you do so, the chain of thinking will be hindered and you might not be able to continue the story in a very presentable manner.

•    Instead take your time to think about the story for 30 seconds, rest 3 minutes and 30 seconds are more than enough for you to write the story.

•    Do not scribble, write legible handwriting. Remember, your first impression is the last impression.

•    After you are done with this, don’t take the break as a break for it is your time to practice the narration of your story. Immediately, find a corner and try recollecting what all you have written and then start narrating the story to yourself.
•    Keep repeating it at least 10 times.

•    Now when your turn comes, speak firmly, confidently, without stammering or using any fillers like aaa....umm... Keep it simple and short.

•    During the discussion, do not try to jump off. Listen to other people's points. Add your own points. Do not repeat points. Be humble, if the discussion is way too heated up, do not hesitate to bring it down.•    ALWAYS POSE A SMILING FACE