(The scheme and syllabus of examination)
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A. Scheme of Examination
1. The subjects of the written examination, the
time allowed and the maximum marks allotted to each subject will be as follows
:–
|
Subject |
Code |
Duration |
Maximum
Marks |
|
Mathematics |
01 |
2-˝
Hours |
300 |
|
General |
02 |
2-˝
Hours |
600 |
|
|
|
|
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2. The
papers in all the subjects will consist of objective type questions only. The
question papers (Test Booklets) OF MATHEMATICS AND PART "b" OF GENERAL
ABILITY TESTS WILL BE SET BILINGUALLY IN HINDI AS WELL AS English.
3. In the question papers, wherever
necessary,
questions involving the metric system of Weights and Measures only will be set.
4. Candidates must write the papers in their own
hand. In no circumstances will they be allowed the help of a scribe to write
answers for them.
5. The Commission have discretion to fix qualifying
marks in any or all the subjects at the examination.
6. The candidates are not permitted to use
calculator or Mathematical or logirithmic table for answering objective type
papers (Test Booklets). They should not therefore, bring the same inside the
Examination Hall.
B. Syllabus of the Examination
Paper-I
Mathematics
(Code
No. 01)
(Maximum Marks - 300)
1Algebra
:
Concept of a set, operations on sets, Venn
diagrams. De Morgan laws. Cartesian product, relation, equivalence
relation.
Representation of real numbers on a line. Complex numbers - basic properties, modulus, argument, cube roots of unity. Binary system of numbers. Conversion of a number in decimal system to binary system and vice-versa. Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic progressions. Quadratic equations with real coefficients. Solution of linear inequations of two variables by graphs. Permutation and Combination. Binomial theorem and its application. Logarithms and their applications.
2.Matrices and Determinants:
Types of matrices, operations on matrices Determinant of a matrix, basic properties of determinant. Adjoint and inverse of a square matrix, Applications - Solution of a system of linear equations in two or three unknowns by Cramer's rule and by Matrix Method.
3.Trigonometry:
Angles and their measures in degrees and in radians. Trigonometrical ratios. Trigonometric identities Sum and difference formulae. Multiple and Sub-multiple angles. Inverse trigonometric functions. Applications - Height and distance, properties of triangles.
4.Analytical Geometry of two and three dimensions:
Rectangular Cartesian Coordinate system. Distance formula. Equation of a line in various forms. Angle between two lines. Distance of a point from a line. Equation of a circle in standard and in general form. Standard forms of parabola, ellipse and hyperbola. Eccentricity and axis of a conic.
Point in a three dimensional space, distance between two points. Direction Cosines and direction ratios. Equation of a plane and a line in various forms. Angle between two lines and angle between two planes. Equation of a sphere.
5.Differential Calculus:
Concept of a real valued function - domain, range and graph of a function. Composite functions, one to one, onto and inverse functions. Notion of limit, Standard limits - examples. Continuity of functions - examples, algebraic operations on continuous functions. Derivative of a function at a point, geometrical and physical interpreatation of a derivative - applications. Derivatives of sum, product and quotient of functions, derivative of a function with respect of another function, derivative of a composite function. Second order derivatives. Increasing and decreasing functions. Application of derivatives in problems of maxima and minima.
6.Integral Calculus and Differential equations:
Integration as inverse of differentiation, integration by substitution and by parts, standard integrals involving algebraic expressions, trigonometric, exponential and hyperbolic functions. Evaluation of definite integrals - determination of areas of plane regions bounded by curves - applications. Definition of order and degree of a differential equation, formation of a differential equation by examples. General and particular solution of a differential equation, solution of first order and first degree differential equations of various types - examples. Application in problems of growth and decay.
7. Vector Algebra :_
Vectors in two and three dimensions, magnitude and direction of a vector. Unit and null vectors, addition of vectors, scalar multiplication of vector, scalar product or dot product of two-vectors. Vector product and cross product of two vectors. Applications-work done by a force and moment of a force, and in geometrical problems.
8.Statistics and Probability :-
Statistics: Classification of data, Frequency distribution, cumulative frequency distribution - examples Graphical representation - Histogram, Pie Chart, Frequency Polygon - examples. Measures of Central tendency - mean, median and mode. Variance and standard deviation - determination and comparison. Correlation and regression.
Probability : Random experiment, outcomes and associated sample space, events, mutually exclusive and exhaustive events, impossible and certain events. Union and Intersection of events. Complementary, elementary and composite events. Definition of probability - classical and statistical - examples. Elementary theorems on probability - simple problems. Conditional probability, Bayes' theorem - simple problems. Random variable as function on a sample space. Binomial distribution, examples of random experiments giving rise to Binominal distribution.
Paper-II
General Ability Test
(Maximum
Marks-600)
Part
‘A’ - ENGLISH (Maximum Marks 200). The question paper in English will be
designed to test the candidate’s understanding of English and workman like use
of words. The syllabus covers various aspects like : Grammar and usage,
vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text to test the
candidate’s proficiency in English.
Part
‘B’ - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
(Maximum
Marks-400)
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The
question paper on General Knowledge will broadly cover the subjects : Physics,
Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography and Current Events.
The
syllabus given below is designed to indicate the scope of these subjects
included in this paper. The topics mentioned are not to be regarded as
exhaustive and questions on topics of similar nature not specifically mentioned
in the syllabus may also be asked. Candidate’s answers are expected to show
their knowledge and intelligent understanding of the subject.
Section
‘A’ (Physics)
Physical
Properties and States of Matter, Mass, Weight, Volume, Density and Specific
Gravity, Principle of Archimedes, Pressure Barometer.
Motion
of objects, Velocity and Acceleration, Newton’s Laws of Motion, Force and
Momentum, Parallelogram of Forces, Stability and Equilibrium of bodies,
Gravitation, elementary ideas of work, Power and Energy.
Effects of Heat, Measurement of
temperature and
heat, change of State and Latent Heat, Modes of transference of Heat.
Sound waves and their properties, Simple musical
instruments.
Rectilinear propagation of Light, Reflection and
refraction. Spherical mirrors and Lenses. Human Eye.
Natural and Artificial
Magnets, Properties of a
Magnet, Earth as a Magnet.
Static and Current
Electricity, conductors and
Non-conductors, Ohm’s Law, Simple Electrical Circuits, Heating, Lighting and
Magnetic effects of Current, Measurement of Electrical Power, Primary and
Secondary Cells, Use of X-Rays.
General Principles in the working of the following
:
Simple Pendulum, Simple Pulleys, Siphon, Levers,
Balloon, Pumps, Hydrometer, Pressure Cooker, Thermos Flask, Gramophone,
Telegraphs, Telephone, Periscope, Telescope, Microscope, Mariner’s Compass;
Lightening Conductors, Safety Fuses.
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Section
‘B’ (Chemistry)
Physical and Chemical changes. Elements, Mixtures
and Compounds, Symbols, Formulae and simple Chemical Equations, Law of Chemical
Combination (excluding problems). Properties of Air and Water.
Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen,
Oxygen,
Nitrogen and Carbondioxide, Oxidation and Reduction.
Acids, bases and salts.
Carbon - different forms.
Fertilizers - Natural and Artificial
Material used in the preparation of substances like
soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches, and Gun-Powder.
Elementary ideas about the Structure of Atom,
Atomic, Equivalent and Molecular Weights, Valency.
Section
‘C’ (General Science)
Difference between the living and non- living.
Basis of Life - Cells, Protoplasms and Tissues.
Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals.
Elementary knowledge of human Body and its
important organs.
Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention.
Food - Source of Energy for man. Constituents of
food, Balanced Diet.
The Solar System - Meteors and Comets, Eclipses.
Achievements of Eminent Scientists.
Section
‘D’ (History, Freedom Movement etc.)
A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on
Culture and Civilisation.
Freedom
Movement in India.
Elementary study of Indian Constitution and
Administration.
Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India.
Panchayati Raj, Co-operatives and Community
Development.
Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration and
Welfare State, Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
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Forces shaping the modern world; Renaissance,
Exploration and Discovery; War of American Independence. French Revolution,
Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution. Impact of Science and Technology
on Society. Concept of one World, United Nations, Panchsheel, Democracy.
Socialism and Communism. Role of India in the present world.
Section
‘E’ (Geography)
The Earth, its shape and size. Lattitudes and
Longitudes, Concept of time. International Date Line. Movements of Earth and
their effects.
Origin of Earth. Rocks and their classification;
Weathering - Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and volcanoes.
Ocean Currents and Tides
Atmosphere and its composition; Temperature and
Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, cyclones and Anti-cyclones; Humidity;
Condensation and Precipitation; Types of Climate. Major Natural regions of the
World.
Regional Geography of India - Climate, Natural
vegetation. Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of
agricultural and industrial activities.
Important Sea ports and main sea, land and air
routes of India. Main items of Imports and Exports of India.
Section
‘F’ (Current Events)
Knowledge of Important events that have happened in
India in the recent years.
Current important world events.
Prominent personalities - both Indian and
International including those connected with cultural activities and sports.
NOTE
:
Out of maximum marks assigned to part ‘B’ of
this paper, questions on Sections ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, ‘E’
and ‘F’ will carry appoximately 25%, 15%, 10%, 20%, 20% and 10% weightages
respectively.
Intelligence
and personality test
In addition to the interview the candidates will be
put to Intelligence Tests both verbal and non-verbal, designed to assess their
basic intelligence. They will also be put to Group Tests such as group
discussions, group planning, outdoor group tasks, and asked to give brief
lectures on specified subjects. All these tests are intended to judge the mental
calibre of a candidate. In broad terms, this is really an assessment of not only
his intellectual qualities but also his social traits and interests in current
affairs.