Exam Details

• Post Name: Electrician
• Department: Kerala State Film Development Corporation Ltd (KSFDC Ltd)
• Paper Code: 135/2015
• Date of Examination: 17th July 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: OMR-based Objective Type

Question Paper Structure & Syllabus

The Kerala PSC Electrician exam is designed to test candidates' technical knowledge, electrical concepts, safety measures, and general awareness. Below is a section-wise breakdown of the exam pattern:

1. Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Concepts

• Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Law
• Electrical Circuits and Components
• AC & DC Circuits
• Power, Energy, and Power Factor
• Series and Parallel Circuits

2. Electrical Machines & Equipment

• Transformers – Types and Working Principles
• Generators and Motors – AC & DC Machines
• Starters and Controllers
• Alternators and Synchronous Machines
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Electrical Equipment

3. Wiring & Installation Practices

• Domestic and Industrial Wiring Systems
• Wiring Materials and Methods
• Switches, MCBs, and Fuses
• Earthing and Grounding Techniques
• Power Distribution in Buildings

4. Electrical Safety & Regulations

• Electrical Safety Measures
• First Aid for Electrical Accidents
• Indian Electricity Rules and Regulations
• Fire Prevention and Safety Precautions
• Protection Devices (ELCB, RCCB, MCB)

5. Tools & Instruments Used in Electrical Work

• Multimeters, Meggers, and Clamp Meters
• Soldering and Termination Techniques
• Testing and Fault-Finding Methods
• Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

6. Power Systems & Energy Conservation

• Generation, Transmission, and Distribution of Power
• Renewable Energy Sources – Solar, Wind, and Hydro Power
• Energy Efficiency and Conservation Methods
• Electrical Load Calculation and Optimization

7. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala Renaissance & Social Reformers
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Economy & Development Programs
• Science & Technology Developments
• Important Government Schemes
• Awards, Sports, and National/International Events

8. Basic Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

• Arithmetic and Number Systems
• Percentages, Ratios, and Averages
• Time & Work, Speed & Distance
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
• Problem-Solving Techniques

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

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