Colonel Ashokan K
Founder-Director of the Olive Greens Institute
Colonel Ashokan K is a distinguished Army Air Defence veteran, recognized for his leadership and deep expertise in personality development and SSB (Services Selection Board) coaching. After an accomplished military career, he transitioned into grooming future officers and aspirants through his role as Founder-Director of the Olive Greens Institute, where he designs and delivers programs focused on leadership, group dynamics, and personal transformation .
Beyond his military and training career, Colonel Ashokan is widely recognized as a thought leader on youth development and national security. He has delivered lectures at prestigious institutions, appeared on podcasts and media platforms, and actively engages with young aspirants to instill values of discipline, courage, and integrity. A strong advocate of balancing modern education with character-building, he emphasizes reading, logical reasoning, and creativity as essential skills for future leaders. His holistic approach, combining military experience, psychological expertise, and motivational guidance, has made him a respected mentor not only for defence aspirants but also for students, educators, and policymakers across India.
T Trained in psychology at the Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR), DRDO, Colonel Ashokan served as a Senior Group Testing Officer (GTO) at SSB, equipping him with invaluable insights into assessment and interview techniques . His work in SSB has been pivotal in guiding aspirants toward officers’ careers, emphasizing authentic personality over rote answers.
Beyond his coaching credentials, Colonel Ashokan is also a TEDx speaker, blogger on youth awareness, and fitness enthusiast. His background includes academic qualifications such as an M.Com degree and a Diploma in Advanced Work Study, enhancing his approach to training with a blend of discipline, psychology, and effective work methodologies .
Under his leadership, the Olive Greens Institute has earned a reputation for shaping success stories. It is widely credited with producing numerous officers who now serve in the Indian Armed Forces, testament to the effectiveness of his holistic leadership development model .