SSC CGL GDPI

Hello Adarsh,
The best solution in your case is to tell them the truth. The designated person in the interviewing panel are experts in judging whether a candidate is lying. They encounter hundreds of such fake certificates every day. It won't take them long to identify about your lie. Everyone goes through ups and downs in life, and they too understand the same. What matters to them is your skill set and how much benefit will the company gets by hiring you. Speaking the truth will give them an impression that the candidate is honest and has the courage to speak the truth. Therefore, I would suggest you to speak the truth if asked about the year gap.
I hope this answers your question to your satisfaction. If so, kindly upvote this answer. If you have any further questions, kindly revert.