Exam Overview

• Post Name: Microbiologist
• Department: Pharmaceutical Corporation - IM - Kerala Ltd
• Paper Code: 228/2015
• Date of Examination: 11-12-2015
• Conducting Authority: Kerala Public Service Commission
• Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Microbiologist Exam was designed to test candidates' knowledge in microbiology, pharmaceutical science, laboratory techniques, and general awareness.

1. General Microbiology

• Classification of Microorganisms (Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa)
• Structure & Function of Microbial Cells
• Growth & Reproduction of Microbes
• Sterilization & Disinfection Methods
• Microbial Genetics & Genetic Engineering
• Microbial Pathogenesis & Host-Microbe Interactions

2. Medical & Pharmaceutical Microbiology

• Common Bacterial & Viral Infections
• Antimicrobial Agents & Their Mechanisms
• Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing
• Vaccine Development & Immunization
• Role of Microbiology in Pharmaceutical Industry
• Microbiological Quality Control in Pharmaceuticals
• Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics of Drugs

3. Industrial & Food Microbiology

• Microorganisms in Food Processing & Preservation
• Fermentation Technology & Enzyme Production
• Probiotics & Functional Foods
• Microbial Spoilage & Foodborne Pathogens
• Industrial Production of Antibiotics & Vaccines
• Quality Control & Safety in Pharmaceutical Microbiology

4. Laboratory Techniques & Instrumentation

• Basic Microbiological Techniques (Staining, Culture Media, Aseptic Techniques)
• Microscopy (Light, Electron, Fluorescence Microscopy)
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) & Molecular Techniques
• ELISA, Western Blot & Other Immunological Tests
• Chromatography & Spectroscopy Techniques in Microbiology
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) & Biosafety Measures

5. Environmental & Applied Microbiology

• Role of Microbes in Waste Treatment & Bioremediation
• Microbial Biotechnology Applications
• Microbes in Agriculture & Biofertilizers
• Water Quality Analysis & Microbial Indicators of Pollution
• Microbial Ecology & Extremophiles

6. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian Polity & Constitution (Basic Rights & Duties)
• History & Geography of India & Kerala
• Recent Scientific Developments & Medical Breakthroughs
• Current Affairs (National & International Science News)
• Awards, Famous Scientists & Their Contributions

7. Logical Reasoning & Basic Mathematics

• Numerical Ability & Data Interpretation
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Skills
• Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
• Time & Work Problems
• Series Completion & Puzzle Solving

8. English & Malayalam Language Proficiency

• Basic Grammar & Sentence Structure
• Vocabulary & Comprehension Skills
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• One-word Substitutions
• Idioms & Phrases

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