How many questions are there in this paper?

There are a total of 8 questions in this paper.

What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper contains subjective questions.

In which language should the answers be written?

Answers must be written in English only.

Are there any compulsory questions?

Yes, Question No. 1 of Section 'A' and Question No. 5 of Section 'B' are compulsory.

How many questions must candidates attempt from each section?

Candidates have to attempt another THREE questions choosing at least ONE question from each section, in addition to the compulsory ones.

What is the exam stage for this paper?

This paper is for the Main Examination stage.

JPSC AE Main Civil Engineering Paper-I Question Paper PDF

Name: JPSC AE Main Civil Engineering Paper-I Question Paper PDF
Creator: JPSC
Keywords: JPSC AE Main Civil Engineering Paper-I, JPSC Assistant Engineer Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Subjective Paper, JPSC AE Question Paper, Assistant Engineer Main Exam, Civil Engineering Exam, JPSC Recruitment, Jharkhand PSC AE, Engineering Exam Paper, Structural Analysis, Timber Engineering, Brick Classification, Beam Bending Stress, Theories of Failure, Slope Deflection Method

Jharkhand Government Jobs Engineer

Conducted By JPSC
Questions 8
Maximum Marks 200
Duration 3 Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Combined Assistant Engineer (Main Examination)
Conducting Body	JPSC
Paper	Civil Engineering Paper-I
Subject	Civil Engineering
Duration	3 Hours
Maximum Marks	200
Number of Questions	8
Question Type	Descriptive / Subjective

This document contains the Civil Engineering Paper-I (Subjective) for the JPSC Combined Assistant Engineer Main Examination. The paper, with code 06, is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering principles. It consists of 8 subjective questions spread across two sections, with compulsory questions and a requirement to attempt at least one from each section. Candidates are allowed 3 hours to complete the paper, which carries a maximum of 200 marks. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for Assistant Engineer positions under JPSC, providing a clear understanding of the expected question format and difficulty level.

Major Topics Covered

Seasoning of timber
Preservation of timber
Methods of applying preservatives
Classification of bricks
Centroid of T-section
Force and displacement methods of structural analysis
Propped cantilever beam
Plastic moment
Bending stresses in beams
Neutral axis
Theories of failure (elastic)
Continuous beam analysis
Slope deflection method
SFD and BMD
Moment distribution method
Frame analysis

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for COMBINED ASSISTANT ENGINEER (MAIN EXAMIN preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

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JPSC AE Main Exam Pattern

Instructions

Answers must be written in ENGLISH only. \left( l\right) The question paper contains a total of 8 questions in TWO Sections : Section-A (2) and Section-B.
(FOUR questions in each section) Question No. 1 of Section 'A' and Question No. 5 of Section 'B' are compulsory.
(3) Candidates have to attempt another THREE questions from remaining SIX (4) questions choosing atleast ONE question from each section.
Assume suitable data if found necessary.

Questions (page 2)

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Hinian mihar 2 Marks A rectangular steel beam 180 mm × 260 mm in cross-section is used as a simply

2. (a) supported beam over a span of 8 m and is subjected to a udl of 10 kN/m and also a concentrated load of 5 kN at 2 m from each support inclined at 30° to the vertical axis (Fig. 1). Determine the bending stresses at four corners of the beam 20 and location of the neutral axis of the cross-section. Y 5 kN $30^{\circ}$ 130 mm 5 kN 5 kN 1 kN/m ٠X - X- – 2 m ∗ 2m m 130 mm All dimensions of length in mm $\leftarrow \frac{90}{\text{mm}} \leftarrow \frac{90}{\text{mm}}$ Fig. -1 A steel rod circular in cross-section tapers from 30 mm diameter to 15 mm (b) diameter over a length of 600 mm. Find how much its length will increase under a pull of 20 kN if Young's modulus of elasticity is equal to 200 kN/mm².

20 Describe any five theories of failure (elastic) giving necessary formulae and

3. (a) comparing with the value obtained from direct tension test.

20 Analyse the continuous beam shown in figure 2 by the slope deflection method. (b) 20 Draw the SFD and BMD. Sketch also the deflected shape of the beam.

50 kN 80 kN 40 kN/m γD → * - 2 m → * - 2 m → * 4m - Fig. -2 Analyse the structure shown in figure 3 by moment distribution method. Draw

4. (a) 20 the deflected shape and BMD of the frame.

3 w/unit length $\sim$ 41 2a 2I mfmD Fig. -3 Paper-I AERTM (06)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the examination?

The full name of the examination is COMBINED ASSISTANT ENGINEER (MAIN EXAMINATION).

Which conducting body organizes this exam?

The examination is conducted by JPSC.

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject of this paper is Civil Engineering.

What is the paper code?

The paper code is 06.

What is the duration allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is 3 Hours.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper is 200.

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