Paper Code: 112/2015
Date of Test: 13th June 2015
Exam Category: Technical – Electrical
Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

Departments Covered:

This examination was conducted by the Kerala PSC for recruitment to multiple departments and roles under the Electrical trade. The question paper with code 112/2015 was common for the following posts:

• Tradesman – Electrical (Technical Education Department)
• Electrician – Ground Water Department
• Electrician Grade II – Government Presses (Printing Department)
• Electrician – Agriculture Department
• Electrician Grade II – The Kerala Ceramics Ltd

Objective of the Examination:

The exam aimed to assess the technical knowledge, practical skills, and general aptitude of candidates applying for Electrician/Tradesman positions across various government departments in Kerala. The unified question paper ensured a standardized evaluation process for these posts.

Exam Pattern:

The question paper followed the Objective Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) format and covered a wide range of topics relevant to the electrical trade and general awareness.

Key Sections Included:

1. Core Electrical Engineering Concepts

• Basics of electricity and electrical circuits
  
• Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws
  
• Electrical machines (motors, generators, transformers)
  
• Wiring systems and domestic installations
  
• Protective devices and safety measures
  
• Batteries, earthing, and lighting systems
  

2. Electrical Tools and Workshop Practice

• Use of hand tools and power tools
• Measurement instruments (Multimeter, Ammeter, Voltmeter)
• Maintenance procedures and troubleshooting techniques

3. Applied Science and Mathematics

• Basic physics related to electricity
• Simple calculations involving voltage, current, power, and resistance

4. General Knowledge and Current Affairs

• Indian Constitution, Kerala State Facts
• Current events (National and International)
• Government schemes and technological updates

5. General English and Mental Ability

• Vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction
• Logical reasoning and numerical aptitude

Exam Details:

Total Questions: Typically 100 MCQs

Maximum Marks: 100

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Medium: English and Malayalam

Negative Marking: Yes (as per Kerala PSC guidelines)

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