Exam Overview

The Kerala PSC Tradesman – Automobile (Heat Engines) exam followed a structured pattern, covering various technical and general subjects. Below are the key details of the exam:

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Medium of Examination: English/Malayalam
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: No negative marking for incorrect answers

Subjects Covered in the Exam

The Tradesman – Automobile (Heat Engines) exam focused on both core technical subjects and general knowledge. The main topics covered in the exam include:

1. Automobile Engineering

• Basics of Automobile Engineering
• Classification of Automobiles and Their Components
• Types of Chassis and Frames
• Types of Fuels Used in Automobiles
• Fuel Supply Systems in Petrol and Diesel Engines
• Cooling and Lubrication Systems
• Transmission Systems – Clutch, Gearbox, Propeller Shaft, Differential
• Suspension, Steering, and Brake Systems

2. Heat Engines & Thermodynamics

• Basics of Thermodynamics
• Laws of Thermodynamics
• Internal Combustion (IC) Engines – Petrol and Diesel
• Working Principles of 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke Engines
• Engine Efficiency and Performance
• Combustion Process in IC Engines
• Heat Transfer Methods – Conduction, Convection, Radiation
• Properties of Steam and Steam Engines

3. Mechanical Engineering Basics

• Engineering Materials and Their Properties
• Welding, Casting, and Machining Processes
• Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Systems
• Basics of Strength of Materials
• Simple Machines and Their Applications

4. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important Events – India & Kerala
• Indian Constitution and Governance
• Kerala History, Geography, and Culture
• Science and Technology Developments
• Environmental Issues and Pollution Control
• Awards, Books, and Authors

5. Basic Mathematics & Science

• Arithmetic – Percentages, Ratios, Profit & Loss
• Algebra – Simple Equations
• Geometry – Area, Volume, and Shapes
• Units and Measurements
• Basic Physics and Chemistry Related to Automobiles

6. General English & Malayalam Language

• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Sentence Correction
• Reading Comprehension
• Malayalam Literature and Grammar

Why Refer to Previous Year Papers?

Candidates preparing for the Kerala PSC Tradesman – Automobile (Heat Engines) exam should practice with previous year papers like 06/2016 to get a better understanding of:

• Exam Pattern and Question Types
• Important Topics Frequently Asked
• Time Management Skills
• Self-Assessment and Preparation Strategy

  Click the below link to download PDF format of Kerala PSC Previous Question Paper of Tradesman – Automobile (Heat Engines)