Exam Overview

• Post Name: Lineman

• Department: Public Works (Electrical Wing)

• Paper Code: 99/2015

• Date of Exam: 27.05.2015

• Exam Type: Objective (OMR-based)

• Medium of Questions: Malayalam

• Total Questions: 100

• Total Marks: 100

• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Key Areas Covered in the Exam

This examination tests both technical knowledge in electrical systems and general aptitude, making it essential for candidates to be strong in fundamentals related to electrical engineering and general awareness.

 Detailed Syllabus & Subject Breakdown

Technical Subjects (Electrical Core)

1. Basic Electricity & Magnetism

   • Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws

   • Series and parallel circuits

   • Magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction

2. Electrical Wiring and Domestic Circuits

   • Wiring systems: surface, conduit, casing & capping

   • Types of wiring faults and remedies

   • Wiring diagrams, switches, and protective devices

3. Power Transmission and Distribution

   • HT and LT lines, transformers

   • Safety measures in line work

   • Fuse, circuit breakers, relays

4. Electric Motors and Appliances

   • Single and three-phase motors

   • Starting methods, maintenance practices

   • Common household appliances and troubleshooting

5. Electrical Measurements & Tools

   • Voltmeters, ammeters, multimeters

   • Earthing systems

   • Tools used in line installation and repair

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala geography, history, and public sector initiatives

• Recent state and national developments (till 2015)

• Constitutional basics and Indian polity

• Important government schemes related to energy and infrastructure

Mental Ability & Arithmetic

• Basic math: percentages, ratio, time & work, averages

• Logical reasoning, series completion, and pattern recognition

• Simple problem-solving based on electrical scenarios

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