Engineering Services Main 2023 Electrical Engineering Paper II PDF

Central Government Jobs Engineer 2023

  • Year 2023
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 300
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Engineering Services (Main) Examination
Year 2023
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Electrical Engineering Paper - II
Subject Electrical Engineering
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 300
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the Engineering Services (Main) Examination 2023, Paper II, focusing on Electrical Engineering. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 300 marks and is to be completed within three hours. It comprises eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to attempt five questions in total, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for top positions in engineering services, providing a clear understanding of the exam's scope and difficulty level in Electrical Engineering.

Major Topics Covered

  • Microprocessor
  • Control Systems
  • Transformers
  • Transmission Lines
  • Inverters
  • Pulse Width Modulation

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Engineering Services (Main) Examination preparation
  • Helps understand the latest exam pattern
  • Useful for practice and self-assessment
  • Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
  • Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

  • Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2023 Electrical Engineering Paper - I
  • Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2022 Electrical Engineering Paper - II
  • GATE Electrical Engineering 2023 Question Paper
  • Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2023 Electrical Engineering Paper - II Answer Key
  • UPSC Engineering Services Electrical Engineering Syllabus
  • ESE Main Exam Syllabus
  • Electrical Engineering Topics for Competitive Exams
  • Engineering Services Examination Pattern

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO sections.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Questions No. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Section.
  • The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
  • Wherever any assumptions are made for answering a question, they must be clearly indicated.
  • Diagrams/Figures, wherever required, shall be drawn in the space provided for answering the question itself.
  • Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols and notations have their usual standard meanings.
  • Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order.
  • Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly.
  • Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only. \Delta

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) Draw memory read machine cycle of 8085 microprocessor and explain.

(b) Reduce the block diagram shown below, using block diagram reduction technique and find the transfer function (C(s))/(R(s)).

(c) The maximum efficiency of a 500 KVA, 3300/500 V, 50 Hz single-phase transformer is 97% and occurs at 3/4 full load, unity power factor. If the impedance is 10%, find the voltage regulation at full load, power factor 0.8 leading.

(d) Calculate the inductance and capacitance of the single-circuit, two-bundle conductor, 200 km long line as shown below. The diameter of each conductor is 5 cm.

(e) Explain the concept of Pulse Width Modulation. How is it used in the reduction of harmonics in a single-phase full bridge Inverter ?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the exam?

The full name of the exam is the Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2023.

Which conducting body organizes this exam?

The exam is conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the subject of this specific paper?

This paper is for Electrical Engineering, specifically Paper - II.

What is the maximum number of marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 300.

How much time is allowed to complete the paper?

The time allowed to complete the paper is Three Hours.

How many questions are there in total?

There are eight questions in total.

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