Examination
Details
The
examination comprises:
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Written
Examination in the subjects given below |
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Intelligence,
obstacles and Group Tests by Services Selection Board of the
candidates, who qualify the written examination.
Examination Subjects:
The subjects of the written examination, the time allowed
and the maximum marks allotted to each subject will be as
follows:
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Sr. No.
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Subject
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Duration
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Max. Marks
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1
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Mathematics
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2 ½ hours
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300
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2
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General Ability Test
(English, General Knowledge and Science)
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2 ½ hours
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600
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Total
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900
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Note:
The
papers in all subjects will consist of OBJECTIVE-TYPE
Questions only.
The question papers (Test Booklets) will be set in English only.
Examination
Fee:
The examination fee is Rs. 35 (Rs. Thirty-five) only.
Personality
In addition to the interview, the candidates will be put to Intelligence
Test of both verbal and non-verbal nature, 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
interest in current affairs.
The maximum marks obtained at these tests are 900.
Syllabus
PAPER I – MATHEMATICS
Arithmetic
Number Systems – Natural numbers, Integers, Rational and
Real numbers, Fundamental operations – addition, subtraction,
multiplication, division, square roots, decimal fractions.
Unitary method – time and distance, time and
work, Percentage – applications to simple and compound interest,
profit and loss, ratio and proportion, variation.
Elementary Number Theory, Division algorithm,
Prime and composite numbers. Tests of divisibility by 2,3,4,5,9
and 11. Multiples and factors. Factorisation Theorem. H.C.F. and
L.C.M. Euclidean algorithm. Logarithms to base 10, laws of
logarithms.
Menstruation
Areas of squares, rectangles, parallelograms, triangle and
circles. Area of figures which can be split up into these figures
(Field Book). Surface area and volume of cuboids, lateral surface
and volume of right circular cones and cylinders. Surface are and
volume of spheres.
Algebra
Basic Operations, simple factors, Remainder Theorem, H.C.F.,
L.C.M. of polynomials. Solutions of quadratic equations, relation
between its roots and coefficients (only real roots to be
considered). Simultaneous linear equations to two unknown
analytical and graphical solutions. Practical problems leading to
two simultaneous linear equations in two variables or quadratic
equations in one variable and their solutions. Set language and
set notation. Rational expression and conditional identities. Law
of indices.
Geometry
Lines and angles. Plane and plane figures. Theorems on (i)
Properties of angles at a point, (ii) Parallel lines, (iii)
Sides and angles of a triangle, (iv) Congruency of
triangles, (v) Similar triangles, (vi) Concurrence
of medians and altitudes, (vii) Properties of angles, sides
and diagonals of a parallelogram, rectangle and square, (viii)
Circles and their properties including tangents and normals, (ix)
Loci.
Trigonometry
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Sine x, Cosine x, Tangent x
when 0° £ x £
90°.
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Value of sin x, cos x and
tan x for x = 0°,
30°, 45°,
60° and 90°.
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Simple trigonometric identities.
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Use of trigonometric tables.
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Simple cases of heights and distances.
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Statistics
Collection and tabulation of statistical data. Graphical
representation, frequency polygons, histograms, bar charts, pie
charts, etc. Calculation of mean of raw and grouped data.
PAPER II – GENERAL ABILITY TEST
Part ‘A’ – ENGLISH
The question paper in English will be designed to test the
candidate’s understanding of English and workmanlike use of
words. The syllabus covers various aspects like: Grammar and
usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended texts to
test the candidate’s proficiency in English.
Part ‘B’ – GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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 the 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
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Physical Properties and State of Master:
Mass, Weight, Volume, Density and Specific Gravity,
Principle of Archimedes, Pressure Barometer.
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Motion of Objects: Velocity and
Acceleration. Newton’s Laws of Motion. Force and Momentum.
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Parallelogram of Forces. Stability and
Equilibrium of bodies. Gravitation, elementary ideas of
work, Power and Energy.
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Effects of Heat: Measurements of
Temperature and Heat, change of State and Latent Heat. Modes
of transference of Heat.
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Sound waves and their properties. Simple
musical instruments.
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Rectilinear propagation of Light.
Reflection and refraction. Spherical mirrors and lenses.
Human Eye.
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Natural and Artificial Magnets:
Properties of a Magnet, Earth as a Magnet.
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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.
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Primary and Secondary Cells. Use of
X-rays.
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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, Lightning Conductors.
Safety Fuses.
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Section ‘B’ – Chemistry
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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.
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Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen,
Oxygen, Nitrogen and Carbon dioxide, Oxidation and
Reduction.
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Acids, Bases and Salts.
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Carbon – different forms.
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Fertilizers – Natural and Artificial.
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Materials used in the preparations of
substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints,
Safety Matches and Gun-powder.
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Elementary ideas about the Structure of
Atom. Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights. Valency.
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Section ‘C’ – General Science
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Difference between the living and
non-living.
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Basis of Life – Cells, Protoplasms and
Tissues.
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Growth and Reproduction in Plants and
Animals.
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Elementary knowledge of human body and
its important organs.
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Common Epidemics, their causes and
prevention.
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Food – Source of energy for man.
Constituents of food balanced diet.
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The Solar System – Meteors and Comets,
Eclipses.
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Achievements of Eminent Scientists.
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Section ‘D’- History, Freedom Movement,
etc.
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Abroad survey of Indian History, with
emphasis on Culture and Civilization.
Freedom Movement in India.
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Elementary study of Indian Constitution
and Administration.
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Elementary knowledge of Five-Year Plans
of India.
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Panchayat Raj, Cooperatives and Community
Development.
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Bhoodan. Sarvodaya. National Integration
and Welfare State. Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
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.
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Section ‘E’- Geography
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The Earth, its shape and size. Latitudes
and Longitudes. Concept of Time. International Date Line.
Movements of Earth and their effects.
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Origin of Earth. Rocks and their
classification. Weathering Mechanical and chemical.
Earthquakes and Volcanoes.
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Ocean Currents and Tides.
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Atmosphere and its composition;
Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure; Planetary Winds;
Cyclones and Anticyclones; Humidity, Condensation and
Precipitation: Types of Climate. Major Natural regions of
the World.
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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.
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Section ‘F’ – Current Events
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Knowledge of important events that have
happened in India in the recent years. Current important
world events.
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Prominent personalities – both Indian
and International, including those connected with the
cultural activities and sports.
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N.B.
Out of the maximum marks assigned to Part ‘B’ of this paper,
questions on sections ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, ‘E’
and ‘F’ will carry respectively 25%, 15%, 10%, 20%, 20% and
10% weightage respectively.
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