ENGINEERING SERVICES EXAMINATIONS 2010
If you are an Engineering Graduate………..
To fulfill your dreams, UPSC has given notification to conduct Engineering Services - 2010 to fill up the GROUP A category posts like Assistant Executive Engineers, Assistant Engineers in different departments at national level. Engineering Graduates are eligible for these posts. The exam is conducted in the specializations of Electronics and Telecommunication, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. Subsequently, the selected candidates are posted in the Department of Railways, Central water, Central Engineering, Military Engineering, Department of Telecom, Indian Ordnance Factories, Geological Survey of India and many others. There is an ample scope to reach the highest position with promotions in these departments Educational Qualifications : Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics & Communications, Civil, Mechanical) or equivalent degree from recognized universities. Students of final year Engineering or equivalent degree are also eligible. M.Sc. degree or equivalent with Wireless Communication, Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as a special subject is also acceptable for certain posts. Not less than 21 years and not more than 30 years as on August 1st 2010 ( upper age limit relaxable for SCs/STs,OBCs and certain others How to Apply : UPSC applications are available for Rs. 20/- at notified post offices all over the country. Rs. 100/- (rupees one hundred only) through central Recruitment Fee Stamp only shall be attached. There is a fee exemption for SC/ ST / Female / PH candidates. Please mark exam code as ENGG and not as IES. IES means Indian Economic service. Be careful in this aspect. Last date for application : 02 . 03 . 2010 (offline) Applications can be made online also. For details refer website www. upsc. gov.in Exam Procedure : Candidates are tested in two phases I. Written test Paper – I (Objective), General Ability Test 120 Questions Paper II & III (Objective) Electronics & Communication or Electrical or Mechanical or Civil Engineering. Every paper contains 120 questions having 200 marks. Paper IV and V (Conventional papers) The total marks for the written tests (paper I to V ) is 1000 marks 2. Personality Test (Interview) – Paper – I (General ability test analysis)
– This paper is for 200 marks. Allotted time is 2 hours. In part B of paper I, 60 questions for 100 marks are given to test candidates general ability on Indian history, Geography Indian Politics, Science and Technology, Public Administration, Current Affairs etc. The questions on Current Affairs will have a lion share. Questions on Census Corporate Governance, Election Commission, World Bank, Terrorism, Recent Environmental summit, formation of new states, Haiti Earthquake, Sports Awards and other latest events are likely to be asked. Questions under Science and Technology may be on Diseases, Vaccines, Agriculture, space research are also important. Paper II & III (Objective) These two papers are related to Engineering subjects. Every question paper carries 200 marks for 120 questions. Time allotted is 2 hours. It means every objective question is to be answered in an average time of one minute. Hence speed and accuracy is very important in these two papers. Calculators are not allowed in the examination centers. So there will not be complicated numerical questions. The problems can be solved by hand with little bit of mathematical IQ. The trend of questions will be as follows Primary and basic concepts - 40% Candidates reasoning ability and indepth knowledge in his subject are tested through matching questions, picking up correct and incorrect statements etc. Be aware of Negative Marks Every wrong answer costs you 1/3 of the marks allotted to each question. Every objective question paper contains 200 marks for 120 questions. It means every question caries 5/3 marks. Every wrong answer is considered to cut 1/3 of allotted marks. Candidates can answer certain questions by using process of elimination. If candidates don’t get any clue to answer a particular question, it is better to avoid answering such question. These two papers are completely conventional and Calculators are permitted. Generally every paper contains 7 to 8 questions. Out of them candidates are supposed to answer 5 to 6 questions. The number of questions to be answered varies depending on the Engineering discipline. In certain conventional papers question ‘1’ is compulsory with higher weightage. Hence Candidates should read the instructions carefully. Questions are generally based on Theoretical concepts and Derivations. Numerical questions based on practical application are also given. It is not important to see how many questions are attempted but to see how many questions are answered correctly. While answering these questions in between steps are equally important as final answers. Legible hand writing counts a lot in conventional questions papers, as 5% of marks are reduced for illegible hand writing. The usage of proper words, clear and effective presentation with relevant sketches, circuits in the answers can get better marks. Generally SI units are asked in these papers. If needed standard tables, graph sheets, charts are provided. Minimum Qualifying Marks : The commission has discretion to set minimum qualifying marks for one or all papers. So it is advised to pay equal attention to all the papers. Many students try to ignore general ability paper. This is not the correct way. Especially candidates from rural background should be more careful in this regard. Be aware that the conventional papers will be evaluated only if certain minimum marks are obtained in objective papers I, II & III. Mode of preparation………….? Candidates are advised to study standard books written by internationally renowned writers. It is also advantageous to go through text books followed in IIT’s. Candidates can understand different ways of questions by practicing previous papers. In addition to that they are also advised to practice other question papers of Civil Services, Forest Services etc. which are conducted by UPSC relevant to the syllabus. Practicing GATE papers conducted by IIT boosts the candidates self confidence. By doing so the candidates can understand the number of ways in which a questions can be asked. If candidates gradually improve their subject knowledge and analyze questions that are expected in the exams undoubtedly they come out with flying colours in the exam. Candidates have almost 4 ½ months to give Engineering Services – 2010. If they start their preparation immediately nothing can stop them from reaching their goal. They need to have a proper planning. Every day 1 hour should be given to the preparation for General Ability. Every Engineering subject contains some simple topics. At the same time every subject has some complicated topics. Every person has a unique life style. Interestingly depending on his life style he possesses higher energy and lower energy levels at different times of the day. Candidates should plan their study hours in such a way that they should study difficult and complicated topics when they have higher energy levels. Candidates should get involved in subject discussions with their friends. They are also advised to take help from their seniors and professors to clear their doubts Effective Revision.. The key factor Candidates should revise their subjects every week and every month. It is of course important that how much syllabus candidate studies but it is more important that how many times he/she properly revises the syllabus he/she studies. Time management is an important factor in attempting ES exam. If candidates practice time taking derivations and numerical problems before hand and well versed with them they can save a lot of time in the examination hall. While practicing model papers, candidates should maintain timings. With this kind of practice they can get rid of examination fear. Personal test ( Interview) Candidates are generally called for an interview in 1 : 2 ratio based on their performance in written exam. Candidates are observed and tested for their Leadership qualities, Physical and mental fitness, Personal discipline, Responsible behavior, Honesty and integrity, Candidates with M.E. / M. Tech can expect questions based on their specialization. Questions related to the subject concerned and latest national and local news events are expected. Questions are asked on B.Tech /M.Tech projects too. If candidates are already working there is a chance of asking questions based on their duties. Hence dear Engineering students/ Graduates, have the zeal for preparing to reach the pinnacle!
If you are an Engineering Graduate………..
To fulfill your dreams, UPSC has given notification to conduct Engineering Services - 2010 to fill up the GROUP A category posts like Assistant Executive Engineers, Assistant Engineers in different departments at national level. Engineering Graduates are eligible for these posts. The exam is conducted in the specializations of Electronics and Telecommunication, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. Subsequently, the selected candidates are posted in the Department of Railways, Central water, Central Engineering, Military Engineering, Department of Telecom, Indian Ordnance Factories, Geological Survey of India and many others. There is an ample scope to reach the highest position with promotions in these departments Educational Qualifications : Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics & Communications, Civil, Mechanical) or equivalent degree from recognized universities. Students of final year Engineering or equivalent degree are also eligible. M.Sc. degree or equivalent with Wireless Communication, Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as a special subject is also acceptable for certain posts. Not less than 21 years and not more than 30 years as on August 1st 2010 ( upper age limit relaxable for SCs/STs,OBCs and certain others How to Apply : UPSC applications are available for Rs. 20/- at notified post offices all over the country. Rs. 100/- (rupees one hundred only) through central Recruitment Fee Stamp only shall be attached. There is a fee exemption for SC/ ST / Female / PH candidates. Please mark exam code as ENGG and not as IES. IES means Indian Economic service. Be careful in this aspect. Last date for application : 02 . 03 . 2010 (offline) Applications can be made online also. For details refer website www. upsc. gov.in Exam Procedure : Candidates are tested in two phases I. Written test Paper – I (Objective), General Ability Test 120 Questions Paper II & III (Objective) Electronics & Communication or Electrical or Mechanical or Civil Engineering. Every paper contains 120 questions having 200 marks. Paper IV and V (Conventional papers) The total marks for the written tests (paper I to V ) is 1000 marks 2. Personality Test (Interview) – Paper – I (General ability test analysis)
– This paper is for 200 marks. Allotted time is 2 hours. In part B of paper I, 60 questions for 100 marks are given to test candidates general ability on Indian history, Geography Indian Politics, Science and Technology, Public Administration, Current Affairs etc. The questions on Current Affairs will have a lion share. Questions on Census Corporate Governance, Election Commission, World Bank, Terrorism, Recent Environmental summit, formation of new states, Haiti Earthquake, Sports Awards and other latest events are likely to be asked. Questions under Science and Technology may be on Diseases, Vaccines, Agriculture, space research are also important. Paper II & III (Objective) These two papers are related to Engineering subjects. Every question paper carries 200 marks for 120 questions. Time allotted is 2 hours. It means every objective question is to be answered in an average time of one minute. Hence speed and accuracy is very important in these two papers. Calculators are not allowed in the examination centers. So there will not be complicated numerical questions. The problems can be solved by hand with little bit of mathematical IQ. The trend of questions will be as follows Primary and basic concepts - 40% Candidates reasoning ability and indepth knowledge in his subject are tested through matching questions, picking up correct and incorrect statements etc. Be aware of Negative Marks Every wrong answer costs you 1/3 of the marks allotted to each question. Every objective question paper contains 200 marks for 120 questions. It means every question caries 5/3 marks. Every wrong answer is considered to cut 1/3 of allotted marks. Candidates can answer certain questions by using process of elimination. If candidates don’t get any clue to answer a particular question, it is better to avoid answering such question. These two papers are completely conventional and Calculators are permitted. Generally every paper contains 7 to 8 questions. Out of them candidates are supposed to answer 5 to 6 questions. The number of questions to be answered varies depending on the Engineering discipline. In certain conventional papers question ‘1’ is compulsory with higher weightage. Hence Candidates should read the instructions carefully. Questions are generally based on Theoretical concepts and Derivations. Numerical questions based on practical application are also given. It is not important to see how many questions are attempted but to see how many questions are answered correctly. While answering these questions in between steps are equally important as final answers. Legible hand writing counts a lot in conventional questions papers, as 5% of marks are reduced for illegible hand writing. The usage of proper words, clear and effective presentation with relevant sketches, circuits in the answers can get better marks. Generally SI units are asked in these papers. If needed standard tables, graph sheets, charts are provided. Minimum Qualifying Marks : The commission has discretion to set minimum qualifying marks for one or all papers. So it is advised to pay equal attention to all the papers. Many students try to ignore general ability paper. This is not the correct way. Especially candidates from rural background should be more careful in this regard. Be aware that the conventional papers will be evaluated only if certain minimum marks are obtained in objective papers I, II & III. Mode of preparation………….? Candidates are advised to study standard books written by internationally renowned writers. It is also advantageous to go through text books followed in IIT’s. Candidates can understand different ways of questions by practicing previous papers. In addition to that they are also advised to practice other question papers of Civil Services, Forest Services etc. which are conducted by UPSC relevant to the syllabus. Practicing GATE papers conducted by IIT boosts the candidates self confidence. By doing so the candidates can understand the number of ways in which a questions can be asked. If candidates gradually improve their subject knowledge and analyze questions that are expected in the exams undoubtedly they come out with flying colours in the exam. Candidates have almost 4 ½ months to give Engineering Services – 2010. If they start their preparation immediately nothing can stop them from reaching their goal. They need to have a proper planning. Every day 1 hour should be given to the preparation for General Ability. Every Engineering subject contains some simple topics. At the same time every subject has some complicated topics. Every person has a unique life style. Interestingly depending on his life style he possesses higher energy and lower energy levels at different times of the day. Candidates should plan their study hours in such a way that they should study difficult and complicated topics when they have higher energy levels. Candidates should get involved in subject discussions with their friends. They are also advised to take help from their seniors and professors to clear their doubts Effective Revision.. The key factor Candidates should revise their subjects every week and every month. It is of course important that how much syllabus candidate studies but it is more important that how many times he/she properly revises the syllabus he/she studies. Time management is an important factor in attempting ES exam. If candidates practice time taking derivations and numerical problems before hand and well versed with them they can save a lot of time in the examination hall. While practicing model papers, candidates should maintain timings. With this kind of practice they can get rid of examination fear. Personal test ( Interview) Candidates are generally called for an interview in 1 : 2 ratio based on their performance in written exam. Candidates are observed and tested for their Leadership qualities, Physical and mental fitness, Personal discipline, Responsible behavior, Honesty and integrity, Candidates with M.E. / M. Tech can expect questions based on their specialization. Questions related to the subject concerned and latest national and local news events are expected. Questions are asked on B.Tech /M.Tech projects too. If candidates are already working there is a chance of asking questions based on their duties. Hence dear Engineering students/ Graduates, have the zeal for preparing to reach the pinnacle!
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