Exam Details:

• Post: Assistant Engineer (Civil)
• Department: Local Self Government/PWD/Irrigation
• Paper Code: 130/2015
• Date of Exam: 09.07.2015
• Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

Overview of the Exam

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducts the Assistant Engineer (Civil) exam to recruit eligible candidates for civil engineering roles in various government departments, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Irrigation, and Local Self Government. The exam assesses candidates’ technical knowledge in civil engineering, along with general knowledge, analytical skills, and reasoning ability.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The exam follows a structured pattern covering core civil engineering subjects along with general topics. The key areas tested include:

1. Core Civil Engineering Subjects:

• Structural Engineering: Strength of materials, RCC, steel structures, and construction techniques.
  
• Building Materials & Construction: Properties and uses of common materials, brickwork, concrete, and finishing techniques.
  
• Surveying: Principles, leveling, theodolite, and modern surveying techniques.
  
• Geotechnical Engineering: Soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and bearing capacity.
  
• Transportation Engineering: Highway engineering, traffic management, and pavement design.
  
• Environmental Engineering: Water supply, sewage treatment, solid waste management.
  
• Irrigation Engineering: Water resources, dams, canals, and hydraulic structures.
  
• Estimation & Valuation: Cost estimation, rate analysis, and project planning.
• Construction Management: Project scheduling, quality control, and safety measures.

2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs:

• Kerala history, geography, and culture
  
• Indian history and polity
  
• Science and technology
  
• Recent government schemes and policies

3. Logical Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude:

• Numerical ability
  
• Data interpretation
  
• Problem-solving skills

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