Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of

“SECTION OFFICER”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Proficiency in Computer Operation, Noting and Drafting 5 50 25 1.00 hrs

(B) Syllabus:
Paper - I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g.Knowledge of Office

Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS
(Conduct) Rules 1964, CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC) Rules 1988,
Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes, Ordinances etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g. Knowledge
(ii) Domain Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI
Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964,
CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC)
Rules 1988, Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes,
Ordinances etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test may be the assessment of skill of Noting and Drafting , Proficiency in Computer
Operation e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet, typing on computer, data processing etc. The Skill
test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“ASSISTANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge of the post 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Total Minimum Time
Questions/ Marks Qualifying
Tasks marks
Proficiency in Typing, Computer applications, Noting and 5 50 25 1.00 hr
Drafting.

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,

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 Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g.Knowledge of Office

Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS
(Conduct) Rules 1964, CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC) Rules 1988,
Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes, Ordinances etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g. Knowledge
of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017,
GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS (Conduct) Rules
1964, CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS
(LTC) Rules 1988, Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes,
Ordinances etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test may be the assessment of skill of Noting and Drafting,Proficiency in Typing (Hindi and
English), Computer Applications e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet, data processing etc. The
Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“UPPER DIVISION CLERK”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components Minimum Qualifying Typing Speed Time
Typing test on Computer English Typing @ 35 wpm 15
OR Minutes
Hindi Typing @ 30 wpm.

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g.Knowledge of Office

Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS
(Conduct) Rules 1964, CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC) Rules 1988,
Central Universities Act 2009, etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g. Knowledge
of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI
Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964,
CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC)
Rules 1988, Central Universities Act 2009, etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test shall be the Typing test on Computer. Typing test norms- English Typing @ 35 wpm
OR Hindi Typing @ 30 wpm. The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.
Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“LOWER DIVISION CLERK”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components Minimum Qualifying Typing Time
Speed
Typing test on Computer English Typing @ 35 wpm 15
OR Minutes
Hindi Typing @ 30 wpm.

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge of the post - Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g.Knowledge of
Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS
(Conduct) Rules 1964, CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC) Rules 1988,
Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes, Ordinances etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Establishment, Accounts and Examinations e.g. Knowledge of
Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, Pension Rules, GFR 2017, GoI
Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act 2005, CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964,
CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Leave) Rules 1972, CCS (LTC) Rules
1988, Central Universities Act 2009, Statutes, Ordinances etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test shall be the Typing test. Typing test norms- English Typing @ 35 wpm OR Hindi
Typing @ 30 wpm(35wpm and 30wpm correspond to 10500KDPH/ 9000KDPH on an average of 5 Key
depressions for each work). The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“HINDI TYPIST”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components Minimum Qualifying Typing Time
Speed
Hindi Typing test Hindi Typing @ 30 wpm. 15
Minutes

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM, Establishment,
GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009,
Statute, Ordinance, Hindi Rajbhasha etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM,
Establishment, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service
Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009,
Statute, Ordinance, Hindi Rajbhasha etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test shall be the Hindi Typing test. Norms - 30 words per minute in Hindi Typing
Speed. The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“MULTI TASKING STAFF”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Trade Test 5 50 25 1.00 hr

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Computer Knowledge, Basic question on University system etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Official letter, Demand Note and Essay Writing, etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test shall be the Trade test. it may comprise the assessment of trade e.g. operation
of photocopier/Xerox/printer/scanner, maintenance/keeping of files /folders/registers, movement of
files/Dak, Handling of Office Electrical/Electronic devices/instrument, and other relevant tasks etc. The
Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“PRIVATE SECRETARY”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components Minimum Qualifying Speed/norms Time
Typing Test, Stenography Test, Dictation, English/Hindi Typing speed (minimum): 1.30 hrs
Transcription 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m.in Hindi.
English/Hindi Stenography speed(minimum):
120 wpm in English or 100 wpm in Hindi
Dictation: 10 minutes @ 120 w.p.m. in
English/100 w.p.m. in Hindi
Transcription: 50 minutes (English)/ 60
minutes (Hindi)

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

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(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM, Establishment,
GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009,
Statute, Ordinance Secretarial & Stenographical practices etc.

Paper – II(a descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM,
Establishment, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service
Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009,
Statute, Ordinance Secretarial & Stenographical practices
etc.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be the Typing Test and Stenography Test. Skill test norms are mentioned below:

English/Hindi Typing speed (minimum): 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m.in Hindi.

English/Hindi Stenography speed(minimum): 120 wpm in English or 100 wpm in Hindi

Dictation: 10 minutes @ 120 w.p.m. in English/100 w.p.m. in Hindi
Transcription: 50 minutes (English)/ 60 minutes (Hindi)
The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“PERSONAL ASSISTANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components Minimum Qualifying Speed/norms Time
Typing Test, Stenography Test, English/Hindi Typing speed (minimum)- 1.30 hrs
Dictation, Transcription 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
English/Hindi Stenography speed (minimum)-
100wpm in English or Hindi.
Dictation: 10 minutes @ 100 w.p.m.
Transcription: 40 minutes English/55 minutes Hindi

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,

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 Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM, Establishment,
GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009,
Statute, Ordinance, Secretarial & Stenographical practices etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Knowledge of Office Procedure i.e. FRSR, NPS, GFR, GeM,
Establishment, GoI Rules, Labour Laws, RTI Act, Service
Conditions, CCS Rules, Central Universities Act 2009, Statute,
Ordinance Secretarial & Stenographical practices etc.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be the Typing Test and Stenography Test. Skill test norms are mentioned below:
English/Hindi Typing speed (minimum): 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
English/Hindi Stenography speed (minimum): 100wpm in English or Hindi.
Dictation: 10 minutes @ 100 w.p.m.
Transcription: 40 minutes English/55 minutes Hindi.
The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.
Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“TECHNICAL ASSISTANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Laboratory Practices, Basic Principles & Operation of 5 50 25 30
various Instruments and other relevant Laboratory Tools Minutes

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge of the post - Questions will be designed to test the ability of the candidate’s
knowledge in the laboratory and recent development in the field and on the General science.
Laboratory based practical questions.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Questions will be designed to test the ability of the
candidate’s knowledge in the laboratory and recent
development in the field and on the General Science.
Laboratory based practical questions.

Skill Test:
Skills pertaining to subject matter of the concerned post would be assessed through a skill test to be
conducted by the University. The skill test shall be conducted in a manner which will be elicit the ability of
the candidate in handling various scientific/technical experiments/tests, as the case may be in a typical
laboratory setup of the concerned department. This skill test is aimed to check the practical knowledge of
the candidate in terms of various Do's and Don'ts in a laboratory related to various hazards, precautions
etc.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“LABORATORY ASSISTANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Laboratory Practices, Basic Principles of various 5 50 25 30
Instruments and other relevant Laboratory Tools Minutes

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Questions will be designed to test the ability of the candidate’s knowledge
in the laboratory and recent development in the field and on the General Science. laboratory
based practical questions etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Questions will be designed to test the ability of the
candidate’s knowledge in the laboratory and recent
development in the field and on the General Science.
laboratory based practical questions etc.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be conducted in a manner to test the ability of candidate in handling laboratory
equipment and procedures etc. The skill test shall be conducted by the University through a
board/committee constituted by Competent Authority.
Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“LABORATORY ATTENDANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Laboratory Practices, Basic Principles of various 5 50 25 30
Instruments and other relevant Laboratory Tools Minutes

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Knowledge of science, laboratory equipment and lab practice. Questions
related to basic subject areas including Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Good Lab Practices,
maintenance and cleaning of equipment, safety precautions, use of Lab symbols & signs,
inventory control, maintenance of lab records, specialized computer skill, and knowledge on Lab
instruments etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Knowledge of science, laboratory equipment and lab practice.
Questions related to basic subject areas including Physics,
Chemistry, Life Sciences, Good Lab Practices, maintenance and
cleaning of equipment, safety precautions, use of Lab symbols &
signs, inventory control, maintenance of lab records, specialized
computer skill, and knowledge on Lab instruments etc.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be conducted in a manner to test the ability of candidate in handling laboratory
equipment’s and procedures etc. The skill test shall be conducted by the University through a
board/committee constituted by Competent Authority.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“SEMI PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Skill test of Computer Applications, Typing and Library. 5 50 25 1.00 hr
Total: 50

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Questions will be designed to test the knowledge and awareness on Library
Information Science and recent development in the field of Library Science. The questions may
be from all the spheres of library science.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Questions will be designed to test the knowledge and
awareness on Library Information Science and recent
development in the field of Library Science. The questions
may be from all the spheres of library science.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be conducted in a manner to test the ability of candidate in handling various processes
associated with Library's functioning viz. Accessing of Books, Technical processing, Uploading of a Thesis
on Shodhganga/Institutional Academic Repository, Issue Return of a Book, Scanning of documents, ICT
Skill, Writing notes & drafts, Power Point Presentation and other Spheres of Library operation/services
including the proficiency in Computer Application and Typing by a committee duly constituted by
Competent Authority.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“LIBRARY ATTENDANT”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Question Qualifying
/ Tasks marks
Basic Library Practice and relevant tasks 5 50 25 1.00 hr

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Questions related to computer knowledge and knowledge on circulation
(Issue, return & renewal), assistance to users, assistance in stock verification, assistance in the
repair of damaged books etc. and assistance in reprographic section. The question may also be
from all the spheres of Library Science.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Questions related to computer knowledge and knowledge
on circulation (Issue, return & renewal), assistance to users,
assistance in stock verification, assistance in the repair of
damaged books etc. and assistance in reprographic section.
The question may also be from all the spheres of Library
Science.

Skill Test:
The Skill Test shall be conducted in a manner to test the ability of candidate in handling various processes
associated with Library's functioning viz. Accessing of Books, Technical processing, Uploading of a Thesis
on Shodhganga/Institutional Academic Repository, Issue Return of a Book, Scanning of documents, ICT
Skill, Writing notes & drafts, Power Point Presentation and other Spheres of Library operation/services by
a committee duly constituted by Competent Authority.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“SECURITY OFFICER”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Physical efficiency test and driving test etc. 5 50 25 1.00 hr

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge -Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 and Private Security
Agencies Central Model Rules, 2020, Central Universities Act 2009, Statute, Ordinance
Knowledge on Office Procedure i.e. Situational Judgement Labour Laws in India as applicable to
University System etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge  Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005.
 Private Security Agencies Central Model Rules, 2020.
 Central Universities Act 2009, Statute, Ordinances
 Knowledge on Office Procedure
 Situational Judgement Labour Laws in India as applicable
to University System.

Skill Test:
Skills pertaining to subject matter of the concerned post would be assessed through a skill test to be
conducted by the Committee constituted by the Competent Authority.
The skill test shall be conducted in a manner to check the Physical Efficiency Test (PET): that may involve
physical exhaustion, stamina, endurance, agility, running, high jump and long jump. Driving test will also
be a part of the skill test.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“SECURITY INSPECTOR”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Physical efficiency test and driving test etc. 5 50 25 1.00 hr

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge - Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 and Private Security
Agencies Central Model Rules, 2020, Central Universities Act 2009, Statute, Ordinance
Knowledge on Office Procedure i.e. Situational Judgement Labour Laws in India as applicable to
University System etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
 Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005.
(ii) Domain Knowledge  Private Security Agencies Central Model Rules, 2020.
 Central Universities Act 2009, Statute, Ordinances
 Knowledge on Office Procedure
 Situational Judgement Labour Laws in India as applicable
to University System.

Skill Test:
Skills pertaining to subject matter of the concerned post would be assessed through a skill test to be
conducted by the Committee constituted by the Competent Authority.
The skill test shall be conducted in a manner to check the Physical Efficiency Test (PET): that may involve
physical exhaustion, stamina, endurance, agility, running, high jump and long jump. Driving test will also
be a part of the skill test.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“JUNIOR ENGINEER (CIVIL)”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Trade test on Civil Engineering 5 50 25 1.00 hr

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge– Civil Engineering

Surveying: Fundamental Concepts: Classification of Surveys: Chain Surveying; Compass Surveying:

Leveling and Contouring: Theodosius Surveying: Tachometry; Curves; Introduction and fundamental
concept of electronic measuring instrument – EDM, Total Station, GIS & GPS

Construction materials & Practice: Properties and uses of construction materials – Stones, Bricks, tiles
Sand, Cement, Timber, Pasties, Glass, Asbestos, Paints, Distempers, Enamels and Varnishes; Preparation
of Cement Mortar for various work

Classification of Buildings as per NBC, Site investigation for foundation as per NBC – Trial Pit and auger
boring classification of foundations construction of spread footing and well foundation Stone and Brick
masonry types and principles of construction: Doors and Windows – types fittings and fastenings types
and functions of Lintels, Sunshades and Roofs, Flooring – Construction and types of material; Types of
Stairs; Scaffolding; Types of Plastering Pointing painting and white / colour Wash.

Engineering Mechanics and Strength of materials

Forces Types of forces Parallelogram, Triangle and Polygon Law Forces, Lami’s theorem; Centre of Gravity
and moment of Inertia; Simple stresses and strains, Hooke’s law – stress strain diagram. Working strength
elastic constants, Poisson’s ratio, Relationship between elastic constants, compound rods, temperature
stresses, strain energy, Proof resilience, impact loading; Shear force and bending moment diagrams for
simply supported, over hanging and cantilever beams. Relation between intensity of loading, Shear force
and bending moment; theory of simple bending, modulus, modulus of section, Moment of resistance,
distribution of shear stress in rectangular, circular and I – Sections; Deflection in cantilever and simply
supported beams subjected to loading columns and struts – Euler’s and Rankine’s formulae Slenderness
ration, simple built-up columns; Analysis of dam and retaining walls; Simple plane and pin- jointed
trusses, Stresses by method of joints and method of sections.

Hydraulics

Properties of fluid pressure and its measurement: Types of flows, energies in fluid motion, Bernoulli’s
theorem and its applications- venture meter point tube; orifice and mouthpiece; Notches and weirs; Flow
through pipes, hydraulic gradient line and total energy line, laminar and turbulent flow in pipes- Reynolds
member, measurement of velocity; open channels; Water turbines- Classification, centrifugal and
reciprocation pumps; layout of hydroelectric power plant.

Quantity Surveying

Abstract estimate, detailed estimate- centerline and long & short wall method, various items of civil
Engineering work as per Indian Standards; General Specifications – earth work, brick / stone masonry in
cement mortar, RCC, plastering in cement mortar, Floor finishes with ceramic tiles and marbles, white
washing. Color washing; Standard schedule of rates, lead and lift preparation of lead statement;
Computation of earth Work – Mid- ordinate, mean Sectional area, Trapezoidal method, prismoidal Rule;
Approximate estimate-Plinth area and cubic rate estimate.

Design of Structures (RCC and Steel)

RCC structures: Design Philosophies- Principles and concepts of working stress method and limit state
method, loads and permissible stresses, IS specification, analysis and designrectangular beam, slab, T –
beam, column, footing and stair case.

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Steel Structures: Properties of steel section loads and permissible stresses. Is specifications, Analysis and
design- welded joints, beam, column, base tension member; Design of roof truss.

Irrigation Engineering

Definition Duty, delta, base period, rainfall and its measurement, factors affecting runoff methods of
computing maximum flood discharge; Classification of head works, component parts of a weir and
barrage, factors influencing selection of site – reservoirs and dams; Classification of canals, canal lining,
cross drainage works; Soil erosion, water logging, soil water plant relationship; Necessity of irrigation –
advantages and disadvantages, irrigation methods.

Environmental Engineering:

Basics of ecosystem, water supply scheme; Sources of water; Conveyance of water – pipes, joints and
laying; Testing of water, drinking water standards; Treatment of water, Distribution of water; Water
supply connection to a building.

Quantity of sewage, surface drains, design of sewers running half full, limiting velocities; laying of sewers,
sewage, sewer appurtenances; Collection of sewage samples, characteristics of domestic and industrial
sewage-BOD, COD; Sewage treatment, septic tank & soak pit, sewage disposal – dilution and sewage
farming; house drainage arrangement in buildings; solid waste-collection and disposal; Air Pollution-
sources, effects and controlling methods.

Transportation Engineering:

Alignment of roads-plain and hilly terrain, surveys; Cross section of road structure, width of pavement,
Chamber, Gradient, Super elevation, transition curves, horizontal and vertical alignment; Pavement
making, traffic signs, traffic islands.

Types of soil, classification of soil- Textural IS Classification, physical properties-plasticity, cohesion,

consolidation, compaction. Permeability, compressibility, soil moisture content, specific gravity, density;
Bearing capacity of soil

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following
Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Questions shall be based on domain Knowledge as
mentioned above (Syllabus of Paper-I point (v)).

Skill Test:
The skill shall be the trade test. It may be the assessment of trade skill of civil engineering
etc. The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.

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3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“DRIVER”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-
(A) Scheme of Examination:
Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Skill test of Driving , maintenance , Servicing and Traffic 5 50 25 1.00 hr
signal etc.

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
Graphs etc.

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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested.

(v) Domain knowledge -Driving skills and procedures, duties of drivers, fuel efficiency and fuel
economy, basic maintenance of the vehicle, servicing, emergency handling techniques, tools and
documents required with the vehicle, types of vehicles, traffic Rules & Regulations, ability to recognize
traffic signals, traffic signs, hand signals and road markings, simple queries about the assemblies of
vehicle systems, Vehicle & Environmental Pollution i.e. Petrol and Diesel Vehicle, CNG Operated Vehicle,
Noise Pollution, etc, Knowledge of Maintenance of Vehicle, i.e., tyre pressure, battery water level,
quantity & grade of oils to be used, coolant, the tension of belts/ hose pipes etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
Driving skills and procedures, duties of drivers, fuel efficiency and fuel
(ii) Domain Knowledge economy, basic maintenance of the vehicle, servicing, emergency
handling techniques, tools and documents required with the vehicle,
types of vehicles, traffic Rules & Regulations, ability to recognize traffic
signals, traffic signs, hand signals and road markings, simple queries
about the assemblies of vehicle systems, Vehicle & Environmental
Pollution i.e. Petrol and Diesel Vehicle, CNG Operated Vehicle, Noise
Pollution, etc, Knowledge of Maintenance of Vehicle, i.e., tyre pressure,
battery water level, quantity & grade of oils to be used, coolant, the
tension of belts/ hose pipes etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test may be the assessment of skill of Driving, Maintenance & Servicing of minor
defects, emergency handling techniques, tools and documents required with the vehicle, types of
vehicles, traffic Rules & Regulations, ability to recognize traffic signals, traffic signs, hand signals and road
markings, simple queries about the assemblies of vehicle systems etc. The Skill test shall be qualifying in
nature.
Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.

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 Scheme of Examination and Syllabus for Direct Recruitment to the post of
“COOK”

The following shall be the Scheme of Examination and its syllabus for recruitment-

(A) Scheme of Examination:

Paper-I (Objective type test)
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) General Knowledge 20 20 40 2.00 hrs
(b) Reasoning Ability 20 20
(c) Simple Arithmetic 20 20
(d) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English 20 20
(e) Domain knowledge 20 20
Total: 100 100

Paper-II (Descriptive type test)

Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions Qualifying
marks
(a) Noting and Drafting 4 40 50 2.00 hrs
(b) Domain knowledge 6 60
Total: 10 100

Skill Test
Test Components No. of Marks Minimum Time
Questions/ Qualifying
Tasks marks
Techniques of cooking/baking, preparing & displaying 5 50 25 1.00 hrs
/serving and other relevant task.

(B) Syllabus:
Paper – I (Objective type test)

(i) General Knowledge: Questions will be designed to test the ability of the Current Affairs of the
candidate’s General Awareness of the environment and its relevance to the society. The
questions will be designed to test knowledge of the current events and of such matters of
everyday observation as may be expected from educated person. The test will include questions
relating to India especially pertaining to History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Art & Culture,
Geography, Economics, General Science, National/International Organizations/ Institutions,
events and General Policy etc.

(ii) Reasoning Ability: The syllabus includes questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. Test may
include questions on analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving,
analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship,
concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series etc.

(iii) Simple Arithmetic: The test will cover Number System including questions on Simplification,
Decimals, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion. Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss,
Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables &
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(iv) Language Proficiency in Hindi and English: In addition to the testing of candidate's
understanding of the English and Hindi Languages, its Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure,
Synonyms, Antonyms and its correct usage etc. would also be tested. etc

(v) Domain knowledge -Procurement of food ingredients, techniques of cooking/baking, preparing

and displaying /serving a variety of foods etc., caters special events as required, maintaining food quality
and standards, maintaining clean work areas, utensils and equipment and kitchen inventory control etc.

Paper – II(Descriptive type test)

(i) Noting and Drafting Noting and Drafting related to the following Domain.
(ii) Domain Knowledge Procurement of food ingredients, techniques of
cooking/baking, preparing and displaying /serving a variety of
foods etc., caters special events as required, maintaining food
quality and standards, maintaining clean work areas, utensils
and equipment and kitchen inventory control etc.

Skill Test:
The skill test may be the assessment of skill of Techniques of cooking/baking, preparing and
displaying /serving a variety of foods etc. The Skill test shall be qualifying in nature.

Note:
1. The minimum qualifying marks to be secured in Paper I shall be 40%. The answer scripts of the
candidates for the descriptive test (Paper-II) shall be evaluated only in respect of those candidates
who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I. The candidates who secure 50% marks in
Paper II shall be called for the skill test.
2. The marks allocated for the Skill test shall be 50 and the minimum qualifying marks in the skill test
shall be 25.
3. The merit list of the candidates shall be drawn based on the performance in Paper I (Objective Type
Test) and Paper II (Descriptive test) subject to qualifying the skill test.
4. The question paper would be bilingual except language paper (English and Hindi) and the applicant
will have the option to respond in either of the languages.
5. The questions in the written test will be of the level of Post.
6. PwBD candidates may be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hours of examinations.
They shall also be provided scribe facility as per rules on production of relevant certificate issued by
the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.
7. In case of bunching/bracketing of candidates in the results of the written test, the merit list would be
decided as follows:
(i) Aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for the post.
(ii) In case of failing the above, Date of Birth will be criteria. The senior in age will be given
preference.
8. In case of any ambiguity, the decision of the University shall be final and binding.
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