Exam Details

• Post Name: Lower Division Typist / Junior Fair Copy Assistant
• Department: Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB)
• Paper Code: 166/2015
• Date of Examination: 9th September 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR-based)

Question Paper Structure

The Kerala PSC 166/2015 question paper was designed to evaluate the candidate’s typing proficiency, general knowledge, language skills, and office-related aptitude. The key sections included:

1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian & Kerala History
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Important Government Schemes & Initiatives
• Current Affairs (National & International)
• Major Scientific & Technological Developments

2. General Science

• Basics of Physics, Chemistry & Biology
• Human Physiology & Health Science
• Environmental Science & Ecology

3. Simple Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Basic Mathematical Operations (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division)
• Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest
• Time & Work, Time & Distance
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Coding-Decoding, Series Completion, Blood Relations

4. General English

• Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Articles)
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Sentence Correction
• Idioms & Phrases
• Reading Comprehension

5. Regional Language (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)

• Basic Language Proficiency
• Sentence Formation & Common Grammar Rules

6. Office Procedures & Computer Awareness (Specific to LDT & Fair Copy Assistant Roles)

• Office Management & Administrative Procedures
• Basics of Office Correspondence & File Management
• Official Letter Drafting & Noting Techniques
• Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) Office Rules & Functions
• Computer Basics:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Data Entry & Document Formatting
  • Typing Speed & Accuracy

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 166/2015 LDT & Junior Fair Copy Assistant exam paper is a valuable resource for candidates preparing for Kerala PSC clerical and typist-level exams. Reviewing this paper helps aspirants:

• Understand the exam pattern and question types
• Identify important topics and subject weightage
• Improve speed and accuracy in typing and office-related tasks
• Gain confidence in handling administrative and clerical responsibilities

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