Paper Code: 3/2015

 Date of Test: 6th January 2015

 Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

 Post: Lower Division Clerk (LDC)

 Department: NCC/Sainik Welfare

 District: Thrissur (TSR)

 Category: Ex-Servicemen Only

 Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Question Papers

Overview

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducted a special recruitment exam exclusively for Ex-Servicemen candidates for the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and Sainik Welfare Department, Thrissur district. Held on 6th January 2015 under Paper Code 3/2015, this exam focused on selecting disciplined, detail-oriented candidates capable of handling clerical tasks in departments focused on military support and veteran welfare.

This recruitment provided a valuable opportunity for retired armed forces personnel to enter public service through civilian administrative roles.

About the Post: LDC – NCC/Sainik Welfare

The Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in the NCC or Sainik Welfare Department is responsible for:

• Handling clerical and documentation duties in office environments

• Maintaining service records of ex-servicemen and cadets

• Supporting pension-related processing and welfare program coordination

• Filing, typing, data entry, and responding to official correspondence

• Assisting in logistical and administrative support for military-related events or training sessions

This role is well-suited to ex-servicemen due to their discipline, organization, and familiarity with service records and protocols.

Exam Pattern

• Type of Exam: Objective Type (OMR-based Multiple Choice)

• Total Questions: 100

• Maximum Marks: 100

• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer

Syllabus & Topics Covered

The exam aimed to test a candidate’s general knowledge, office aptitude, and basic clerical skills, especially tailored for ex-servicemen. Main topics included:

General Office Procedures

• Basics of office administration and clerical work

• Knowledge of official file handling, noting, and drafting

• Record keeping and maintenance practices

• Familiarity with government forms, reports, and orders

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important events in India and Kerala (up to 2015)

• Indian defense and armed forces history

• Indian Constitution, national symbols, and rights

• Government welfare schemes, especially for veterans

Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Simple arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division

• Percentage, average, ratio and proportion

• Logical reasoning and problem-solving

Language Skills (English & Malayalam)

• English grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction

• Malayalam comprehension and basic grammar

• Usage of official and administrative terms

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