Exam Details:

• Post Name: Motor Mechanic/Store Assistant
• Department: Ground Water Department
• Paper Code: 232/2015
• Date of Test: 17th December 2015
• Category: Kerala PSC Previous Question Papers

Overview of the Exam

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducted the Motor Mechanic/Store Assistant examination for recruitment in the Ground Water Department on December 17, 2015. This exam was designed to test candidates’ technical knowledge of motor mechanics, vehicle maintenance, inventory management, and general aptitude required for the post.

The Motor Mechanic role primarily focuses on the repair, servicing, and maintenance of machinery and vehicles, while the Store Assistant role involves managing inventory, tools, and spare parts in the department.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The question paper followed a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format, covering both technical and general knowledge topics relevant to the role. The key subjects included:

1. Automobile Engineering & Motor Mechanic Fundamentals

• Basics of Automobile Engineering
• Types of Internal Combustion (IC) Engines
• Engine Components & Working Principles
• Fuel Injection System & Carburetors
• Lubrication & Cooling Systems
• Vehicle Transmission & Clutch Mechanism
• Braking System & Steering Mechanism
• Suspension Systems

2. Maintenance & Repair of Vehicles

• Preventive Maintenance of Automobiles
• Troubleshooting Common Engine Problems
• Battery Maintenance & Electrical Wiring
• Diesel & Petrol Engine Tuning
• Emission Control & Pollution Norms
• Welding & Fabrication in Automotive Repair

3. Inventory & Store Management (For Store Assistant Role)

• Basics of Storekeeping
• Stock Management & Inventory Control
• Handling Spare Parts & Tools
• Record Keeping & Documentation
• Safety Measures in Store Management

4. Mechanical & Workshop Technology

• Types of Workshop Tools & Equipment
• Welding & Cutting Techniques
• Lathe Machine Operations
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Bearing & Shaft Maintenance

5. Basic Electrical & Electronics in Automobiles

• Fundamentals of Vehicle Electrical Systems
• Battery & Alternator Functions
• Starter Motors & Ignition Systems
• Sensors & Electronic Control Units (ECUs)
• Lighting & Wiring Circuits in Vehicles

6. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian & Kerala History
• Indian Constitution & Polity
• Geography of Kerala & India
• Economic & Industrial Developments
• Important Government Schemes Related to Automotive & Engineering Sectors

7. Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

• Basic Arithmetic (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division)
• Ratio & Proportion
• Time, Speed & Distance
• Profit & Loss Calculations
• Logical & Analytical Reasoning
• Number Series & Coding-Decoding

8. General Science & Environmental Studies

• Basic Physics & Chemistry Principles
• Environmental Pollution & Control Measures
• Water Conservation & Groundwater Management
• Renewable Energy Sources

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