Exam Format

The Malayalam Stenographer paper tested candidates in a wide range of areas, including both subject-specific and general topics. Here's a breakdown:

1. Malayalam Shorthand (Stenography)

• Basic shorthand principles and rules

• Speed writing techniques

• Common shorthand symbols in Malayalam

• Transcription of dictated content

• Punctuation and formatting rules in shorthand writing

2. Malayalam Language and Grammar

• Sandhi, Samasa, Thaddhita, and Kridanta

• Idioms (പ്രയോഗങ്ങൾ), proverbs (പഴഞ്ചൊല്ലുകൾ)

• Sentence correction and structure

• Comprehension passages

• Malayalam typing conventions

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala history and culture

• Major government initiatives and schemes

• Recent events and awards (especially Kerala-specific)

• Basic Constitution and Indian polity

• PSC history and roles

4. Office Procedures and Management

• File handling and documentation

• Noting and drafting official letters in Malayalam

• Office etiquette and government hierarchy

• Common terms used in office and administration

5. Basic Computer Knowledge

• Microsoft Word and Typing Tools

• Keyboard shortcuts for document formatting

• File saving, formatting and printing techniques

• Malayalam typing software/tools (e.g., ISM, Inscript)

Difficulty Analysis

Click the below link to download PDF format of Kerala PSC Previous Question Paper of Malayalam Stenographer – Plantation Corporation of Kerala Ltd