If you are preparing for the Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) Confidential Assistant Grade II / Stenographer exam, reviewing previous question papers is essential. Here, we provide a detailed breakdown of the Kerala PSC Confidential Assistant Grade II / Stenographer (Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd.) exam held on August 4, 2016, with Paper Code 93/2016.

Exam Details

• Exam Name: Confidential Assistant Gr II / Stenographer
• Organization: Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
• Exam Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)
• Paper Code: 93/2016
• Date of Examination: 04.08.2016
• Year of Exam: 2016

Exam Pattern & Structure

The Confidential Assistant Grade II / Stenographer exam conducted by Kerala PSC typically follows a structured format covering multiple sections that assess candidates' general knowledge, language proficiency, and job-specific skills. Below is a general outline of the expected question pattern:

1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important events (national & international)
• Kerala history, culture, and geography
• Indian Constitution and politics
• Science & Technology updates
• Awards, books, and authors

2. General English

• Grammar and vocabulary
• Sentence correction
• Synonyms and antonyms
• Idioms and phrases
• Comprehension passages

3. Malayalam Language Proficiency

• Translation from English to Malayalam and vice versa
• Sentence formation
• Vocabulary & grammar

4. Office Procedure and Secretarial Practice

• Typing and shorthand rules
• Office management principles
• File maintenance & documentation

5. Computer Awareness

• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Basic computer operations
• Internet and email handling

6. Stenography and Typing Skills (For Skill Test)

• Shorthand speed (words per minute)
• Typing speed (accuracy and efficiency)