Exam Details

• Post Name: Junior Assistant Cum Typist / Stenographer Grade IV
• Departments:
  • KLDB Ltd (Kerala Livestock Development Board Ltd.)
  • Autocast Ltd
  • The Pharmaceutical Corporation - IM - Kerala Ltd
• Paper Code: 161/2015
• Date of Examination: 3rd September 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR-based)

Question Paper Structure

The Kerala PSC 161/2015 question paper for Junior Assistant Cum Typist / Stenographer Grade IV was designed to assess the candidate’s office administration skills, general knowledge, numerical ability, reasoning, and language proficiency. The key sections included:

1. Office Procedures & Computer Awareness

• Basics of Office Management & Administration
• Types of Official Correspondence (Noting, Drafting, Letter Writing)
• Filing System & Record Management
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & Internet Applications
• Basics of Computer Hardware & Software
• Email Etiquette & Digital Communication
• Cyber Security & Data Protection

2. Typing & Stenography Skills

• Basics of Typing (Speed & Accuracy)
• Common Shortcuts & Formatting in MS Word
• Shorthand Techniques & Transcription
• Rules for Official Typing & Documentation

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian & Kerala History
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Important Government Schemes & Policies
• Major Scientific & Technological Developments
• Recent Developments in Business & Industry

4. General Science

• Basics of Physics, Chemistry & Biology
• Environmental Science & Sustainable Development
• Science & Technology in Everyday Life

5. Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Number Systems & Simplifications
• Percentages, Averages & Ratios
• Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations

6. General English & Language Proficiency

• Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Articles)
• Sentence Completion & Correction
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary

7. Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada Language (Regional Language Skills)

• Common grammar rules
• Sentence formation
• Basic language proficiency for official communication

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)

Significance of This Paper

The 161/2015 Junior Assistant Cum Typist / Stenographer Grade IV exam paper is an essential resource for candidates preparing for clerical, stenography, and office assistant roles in Kerala PSC. Reviewing this paper helps aspirants:

• Understand the exam pattern and difficulty level
• Identify important topics related to office procedures, computer knowledge, and stenography
• Improve time management and accuracy
• Gain familiarity with business communication and office administration concepts

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