Exam Details

• Post Name: Divisional Accountant
• Organization: Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB)
• Exam Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Paper Code: 112/2016
• Exam Date: 31st August 2016
• Year: 2016
• Subject: Electricity Rules (Paper III)

Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview

The Divisional Accountant – KSEB Paper III focuses on the Electricity Rules applicable in Kerala and India. It tests candidates on various technical, legal, and administrative aspects of electricity management, safety regulations, and compliance as per the Indian Electricity Act.

 Indian Electricity Act and Rules

• General provisions of the Electricity Act
  
• Licensing of electrical contractors
  
• Safety measures and accident prevention

Electricity Safety and Regulations

• Electrical safety procedures
  
• Role of safety officers in KSEB
  
• Rules regarding electrical installations

Electrical Energy Management

• Power distribution and consumption norms
  
• Tariff regulations and energy conservation
  

KSEB Policies and Administrative Procedures

• Financial management in electricity boards
• Budgeting and auditing practices in KSEB

Standards and Codes Related to Electrical Installations

• Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms for electrical setups
  
• Compliance with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) regulations

Analysis of the Question Paper (112/2016)

The 2016 question paper followed a structured format, assessing candidates on their knowledge of electricity laws, safety regulations, and administrative aspects of KSEB. Based on previous trends, the paper consisted of objective-type (multiple-choice questions), descriptive questions, and case studies related to electricity rules.

Question Types Observed

1. Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. Fact-based questions on the Electricity Act
   
2. Definitions and technical terms related to power distribution

2. Short Answer Questions

• Explanation of key provisions in the Indian Electricity Act
• Functions of KSEB in power distribution

3. Descriptive Questions

• Case-based questions on handling electrical safety violations
• Compliance rules for industrial electricity usage

4. Numerical Problems

• Basic calculations related to power tariffs and energy consumption
• Estimation of power load in electrical installations

This article provides a detailed analysis of the previous year’s question paper (2016) for Divisional Accountant – KSEB, Paper III (Electricity Rules) to help aspirants understand the exam pattern, question types, and important topics.