The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) will conduct an exam to recruit candidates for multiple farm worker positions across the state. The official KPSC website will soon publish the exam syllabus and pattern for this recruitment.
It is crucial that applicants go through the syllabus, available in English and Malayalam, to understand the key topics and prepare effectively. The syllabus outlines the subject weightage, helping candidates focus their study plan. Those looking for state government jobs can apply for this opportunity.
Exam Pattern
The Farm Worker prelims exam comprises 100 multiple-choice questions for a total of 100 marks. The exam duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes. Each correct response carries 1 mark while 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
| Section | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala | 60 | 60 |
| General Science - Natural Science | 10 | 10 |
| General Science - Physical Science | 10 | 10 |
| Arithmetic, Mental Ability & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
The above table summarizes the exam pattern highlights.
Detailed Syllabus
Having a clear understanding of the syllabus topics is key to one's preparation strategy. The main subjects covered in the prelims exam are:
- Current affairs - National and Kerala-specific developments
- Indian geography, transport, communication, industries
- Indian history and culture, rights and duties of citizens
- Kerala - rivers, wildlife parks, sports, fishing, power projects etc.
- Quantitative aptitude - Arithmetic, fractions, profit-loss, averages etc.
- Mental ability and reasoning
- Science - Human body, health, agriculture, environment, physics concepts
The above syllabus outline gives a fair overview of the subjects and topics candidates need to focus on.
Exam Preparation Tips
To prepare effectively for this competitive exam, follow these useful tips:
- Understand syllabus weightage to plan study hours
- Solve previous years' question papers
- Focus on current affairs related to Kerala
- Strengthen quantitative aptitude concepts
- Practice mock tests to assess readiness
Consistent and well-planned preparation as per latest syllabus is key to clearing this exam.
Conclusion
The KPSC farm worker exam aims to recruit capable candidates across various positions. Aspirants should analyze the official syllabus and pattern to tailor their study plan. The syllabus serves as a roadmap in this preparation journey. Devising a smart strategy based on syllabus topics will help candidates perform well.
FAQ:
Q1: How many total questions are there in the Farm Worker prelims exam?
A1: There are a total of 100 multiple-choice questions in the Farm Worker prelims exam.
Q2: What is the time duration of Farm Worker prelims exam?
A2: The total time duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Q3: Which section carries the highest weightage?
A3: The General Knowledge and Current Affairs section carries the maximum 60 marks.
Q4: How many marks for each correct answer?
A4: Each correct response carries 1 mark.
Q5: Is there negative marking?
A5: Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
Q6: Where can one access the official exam syllabus?
A6: The English and Malayalam versions of the syllabus will be available on the Kerala PSC website.
