Exam Pattern Overview

The 82/2015 question paper consisted of questions from both technical and general knowledge areas. The following sections outline the major focus areas:

1. Agriculture & Soil Conservation (Core Subject)

• Basics of Soil Science: Types of soil, soil fertility, erosion

• Soil and Water Conservation techniques

• Land preparation and watershed management

• Farm machinery and implements

• Irrigation methods and drainage systems

• Crop rotation and sustainable farming practices

• Fertilizer application and nutrient management

• Role of Work Superintendent in field implementation of schemes

2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important events (Kerala, National & International)

• Indian agriculture and rural development policies

• Major agricultural schemes and government initiatives

• Kerala’s agricultural sector and farming practices

• Geography of Kerala and India

• Indian Constitution, Panchayati Raj, and governance structure

3. Mental Ability & Reasoning

• Number series, analogies, and pattern recognition

• Puzzles and logical reasoning questions

• Classification, coding-decoding

• Direction sense and blood relations

4. Numerical Ability (Basic Arithmetic)

• Percentages, Ratios, and Averages

• Profit & Loss, Simple and Compound Interest

• Time, Work, and Distance problems

• Basic data interpretation

5. English Language and Grammar

• Synonyms and Antonyms

• Grammar usage and sentence correction

• Vocabulary and comprehension

• Fill in the blanks and spotting errors

Why Refer to This Paper?

The 82/2015 Work Superintendent paper is an ideal preparatory tool for candidates appearing for technical and field-level posts under Kerala PSC. It helps aspirants:

• Understand the actual exam format and question style

• Assess the weightage of technical vs general topics

• Practice time-bound answering for OMR-based tests

• Focus on field-relevant knowledge in agriculture and soil conservation

Best Suited For:

• Candidates preparing for Work Superintendent, Agricultural Assistant, Field Officer, and similar posts

• Students with qualifications in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, or Soil Science

• PSC coaching centers and instructors guiding candidates for technical roles in agriculture and rural development

Usage Tips:

1. Take a mock test using the paper under real exam conditions.

2. Mark and review incorrect answers to focus on weaker topics.

3. Cross-reference technical answers with standard textbooks.

4. Repeat practice with similar PSC papers for consistent performance.

   Click the below link to download PDF format of Kerala PSC Previous Question Paper of Work Superintendent (Agriculture - Soil Conservation Unit)