Exam Details

• Post Name:
  • CA Grade II – Kerala State Housing Board (KSHB)
  • Stenographer Grade V – Malabar Cements Ltd
  • Junior Steno Typist – KM & ML
• Department: Various Government Departments & Undertakings
• Paper Code: 01/2016
• Date of Examination: 1st January 2016

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The examination followed a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format, covering the core topics related to stenography, office administration, and general knowledge. Below are the key subjects included in the exam:

1. General English & Language Proficiency

Since stenographers and typists need excellent command over language, this section included:

• Grammar and Sentence Correction
• Vocabulary – Synonyms & Antonyms
• Tenses and Prepositions
• Comprehension Passages
• Letter Writing and Report Writing

2. Short-Hand and Typing Skills

This section tested knowledge of shorthand writing and typing speed, including:

• Basics of Stenography and Shorthand Writing Rules
• Common Stenography Symbols and Their Usage
• Speed Writing Techniques and Dictation Skills
• Computer Typing Rules – Accuracy and Formatting
• MS Office and Word Processing Tools

3. Office Procedures and Secretarial Practice

Since stenographers and clerks handle office documentation, this section included:

• Office Management Principles
• Filing Systems and Record-Keeping
• Drafting Official Correspondence
• E-Governance and Use of ICT in Offices
• Kerala Government Administrative Procedures

4. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

A standard section in all Kerala PSC exams, covering:

• History and Geography of Kerala and India
• Indian Constitution and Governance
• Current Affairs (National & International)
• Important Government Schemes and Policies
• Kerala Culture, Arts, and Literature

5. Computer Awareness & Digital Documentation

With digitization in government offices, knowledge of computer applications was tested, including:

• Basics of Computers – Hardware & Software
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Internet and Email Communication
• Cyber Security & Data Protection
• Online Documentation and File Management

6. Quantitative Aptitude & Logical Reasoning

This section tested numerical and logical skills, including:

• Number Systems and Simplifications
• Profit & Loss, Percentage, and Ratio-Proportion
• Time & Work and Distance-Speed Calculations
• Logical Puzzles and Coding-Decoding
• Series Completion and Data Interpretation

Why Should You Refer to This Question Paper?

• Understand Exam Structure: Familiarity with question format and marking scheme.
• Identify Important Topics: Helps in focusing on frequently asked topics.
• Improve Speed & Accuracy: Practicing past papers enhances performance.
• Gain Confidence: Familiarity with previous questions reduces exam stress.

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