Psychologist Shishir Dixit

Founder & Chairman, Centurion Group of Institutes | Chief Defence Exam Mentor | Author | Motivational Speaker

Shishir Dixit Sir is a passionate educator, visionary leader, and a dedicated mentor for thousands of defence aspirants across India. As the Chairman and Founder Director of the prestigious Centurion Defence Academy, Lucknow & Dehradun. He leads a dynamic team of over 200 seasoned professionals, all committed to transforming the dreams of young aspirants into the proud reality of wearing the uniform of the Indian Armed Forces.

An academic by mind and a mentor by heart, Sir holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and is a licensed practitioner of advanced psychology certified by the Rehabilitation Council of India. With a profound understanding of human behaviour and performance, he has pioneered personalised mentoring techniques, most notably his acclaimed Profile Mapping approach. This unique method ensures tailored guidance and constructive feedback for every defence aspirant, maximising their chances of success.

Under his expert mentorship, Centurion Defence Academy consistently produces an impressive 3 to 4 selections each week in the Indian Armed Forces. His students have regularly secured top national ranks—AIR 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and beyond—in prestigious exams such as NDA, CDS, MNS, and the SSB Interview, making his academy a trusted name nationwide.

Shishir Sir’s relentless dedication has earned him numerous honours and recognitions from the highest echelons of leadership in the country. He has been acknowledged and felicitated by the Hon’ble Defence Minister of India, Shri Rajnath Singh, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, and the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, for his extraordinary contribution to the defence education sector. He has also been awarded multiple times by the Hon’ble Governor of Uttarakhand, Lt Gen Gurmit Singh, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd), Former Deputy Chief of Army Staff, recognising his consistent achievement of producing the highest selection rates for the Indian Armed Forces.

Over the years, he has been the proud recipient of 20+ prestigious awards by various government officials across different states of the country, celebrating his unwavering dedication and transformative impact on defence education.

As an author, his work is celebrated in Category Listing 1 newspapers and esteemed portals such as The Hindu, The Times of India, The Indian Express, The Tribune, The Hans India, India Today Group, Aaj Tak, and many others. He is frequently featured on prominent news channels like NDTV, ABP News, Lallantop, reinforcing his status as a national thought leader in defence education. His book “Ranneeti – SSB Interview Prep” is among the highest-rated and most trusted resources for SSB aspirants on Amazon and Google.

A former Air Warrior himself, Shishir Sir has served for over a decade in two confidential units within the Air Defence Services. He has represented the Indian Air Force at Area and Command levels in Shooting and Basketball and is an alumnus of the esteemed NCC training from the Indian Air Force. His military background adds unparalleled depth to his training methodology.

Shishir Sir is also the visionary founder of SRNTH – Shishir Rameshwar National Talent Hunt, a noble initiative that empowers thousands of underprivileged students from socio-economic backgrounds to access premier defence training in Lucknow, Dehradun, or online mode, bringing them closer to their dream of joining the Armed Forces.

He is a highly sought-after motivational speaker and career counsellor, having inspired lakhs of students nationwide. His enriching sessions at RIMC, RMS, and various Sainik Schools like Kunjpura and U.P. Sainik School have paved the way for hundreds of successful recommendations.

Firm in his belief that “there is a difference between an umpire and a mentor,” Shishir Sir has designed a revolutionary two-stage SSB training programme—dedicating the first week to mentorship and the second to assessment, ensuring aspirants receive holistic guidance and readiness.

He is also regularly invited as Chief Guest or Guest of Honour at various universities, NGOs, and NCC units to mentor young minds towards leadership and service. Some of these esteemed institutions include Primal Foundation, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Integral University, Lucknow University, and many more across the country.

Central to his philosophy is his powerful formula: to develop inner values in every aspirant, nurturing leadership qualities that create not only successful professionals but also good human beings with humanity as their conscious choice. He believes true leadership is rooted in the principles of Integrity (Satya), Discipline and Spirit of Defence Forces (Sena), and Cultural and Moral Values (Sanskar)—and it is these values that empower students to excel in life and profession alike. For him, success is not just about clearing exams, but about becoming a true leader who will naturally shine in every arena of life. His most famous guiding mantra for every aspirant is: “Trust the process and involve into the process.”

Beyond his professional commitments, he is a dedicated family man, married and blessed with a son, Shashank Shekhar Dixit. His personal passions include reading, writing thought-provoking ideas, travelling to explore new cultures and perspectives, mentoring the youth, playing and following cricket with enthusiasm, and tirelessly working towards empowering underprivileged students to become true leaders.

Driven by an unyielding dream to see every family in India contribute at least one member to the Armed Forces, Shishir Sir and his team have dedicated themselves exclusively to defence exam mentoring. He has spent months in remote areas of the country, igniting the spark of patriotism and self-belief among countless young minds.

Shishir Dixit Sir continues to be a beacon of inspiration, shaping the future defenders of our nation with unwavering commitment, unmatched expertise, and a heart full of purpose.

 

Leadership

I lead Centurion Defence Academy with a strategic vision, producing 3-4 armed forces officers every week and creating a ‘Mountain of Selections’.

Mentorship

As an SSB mentor, I provide individualized guidance and personalized feedback to help defence aspirants excel in the psychological tests of SSB Interviews.

Authorship

I am a Category ‘A’ listed author, offering valuable perspectives on education and career planning through my insightful articles in leading newspapers.