Paper Code: 43/2015

Date of Examination: 5th March 2015

Post Name: Trade Instructor Grade II – Tool and Die Making

Department: Technical Education, Government of Kerala

Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Papers | Technical Instructor Exams | Tool and Die Making

 Overview:

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducted the written test on 5th March 2015 for the recruitment of Trade Instructor Grade II in Tool and Die Making under the Department of Technical Education. This exam, marked with Paper Code 43/2015, was designed to evaluate candidates’ technical expertise in machining, tooling, manufacturing processes, and die design, along with general aptitude and knowledge relevant to technical education roles.

This question paper is a vital resource for candidates preparing for upcoming technical instructor posts, especially in tool design, precision engineering, and manufacturing technology.

 Exam Pattern:

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

• Total Questions: 100

• Maximum Marks: 100

• Exam Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Medium of Exam: English

Syllabus and Subject Areas Covered:

The syllabus for Tool and Die Making combines mechanical engineering concepts, tool design, CNC operations, and metalworking techniques, in addition to general knowledge and reasoning.

Core Technical Subjects:

1. Tool Engineering:

   • Classification and design of cutting tools

   • Tool materials and their properties

   • Tool angles, wear, and life

   • Jig and fixture design

2. Die Making and Design:

   • Types of dies: blanking, piercing, progressive, compound

   • Die components and functions

   • Strip layout, clearance, and tolerancing

   • Maintenance of dies and press tools

3. Manufacturing Processes:

   • Casting, welding, forging, and metal forming

   • Lathe, milling, drilling, grinding operations

   • Non-traditional machining (EDM, laser, etc.)

4. Metrology and Inspection:

   • Precision measurement tools

   • Limits, fits, and tolerances

   • Surface finish and quality control

5. Engineering Drawing and CAD:

   • Orthographic projection, sectional views

   • Dimensioning and tolerancing

   • Interpretation of tooling and die assembly drawings

   • Basics of CAD/CAM software

6. Material Science:

   • Ferrous and non-ferrous metals

   • Heat treatment of tool steels

   • Mechanical properties and testing methods

General Sections:

• General Knowledge & Current Affairs (India & Kerala)

• Simple Arithmetic & Logical Reasoning

• English Language Proficiency

• Kerala Renaissance and Social Reform Movements

Why Use Kerala PSC Paper Code 43/2015 for Preparation

• Real Exam Insight: Understand the actual question pattern, technical difficulty level, and topic distribution.

• Focused Technical Practice: Helps identify critical subjects in tool and die making relevant to the PSC syllabus.

• Efficient Revision Tool: Ideal for mock testing and benchmarking your preparation.

• Great for Similar Exams: Beneficial for other technical or instructor-level government exams.

Click the below link to download PDF format of Kerala PSC Previous Question Paper of Trade Instructor Grade II (Tool and Die Making)