Q1. When the deposit of efflorescence is more than 10% but less than 50% of the exposed area of the brick, the presence of efflorescence is
- (a) Moderate
- (b) Slight
- (c) Heavy
- (d) Serious
Engineering Services 2020 Civil Engineering Question Paper PDF
- Year 2020
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 150
- Maximum Marks 300
- Duration Three Hours
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination |
| Year | 2020 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Civil Engineering |
| Subject | Civil Engineering |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Number of Questions | 150 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
This is the official question paper for the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2020, specifically for the Civil Engineering paper. Conducted by UPSC, this exam tests candidates' knowledge in Civil Engineering. The paper consists of objective-type questions, allowing three hours to complete and carrying a maximum of 300 marks. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics for their preparation. This previous year Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination question paper (2020) is useful for Engineer aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Civil Engineering, Building Materials, Concrete Technology, Cement. Useful for Engineering Service (Preliminary) Examin preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Civil Engineering
- Building Materials
- Concrete Technology
- Cement
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Engineering Service (Preliminary) 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
Related Resources
- ESE 2021 Civil Engineering Question Paper
- ESE 2019 Civil Engineering Question Paper
- ESE 2020 General Studies & Engineering Aptitude Paper
- ESE 2020 Civil Engineering Answer Key
- ESE Civil Engineering Syllabus
- ESE Exam Pattern
- SSC JE Civil Engineering
- State PSC AE Civil Engineering
Instructions
- IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
- IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
- PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS THE CANDIDATE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENCODE AND
- FILL IN THE ROLL NUMBER AND TEST BOOKLET SERIES CODE A, B, C OR D CARE- FULLY AND WITHOUT ANY OMISSION OR DISCREPANCY AT THE APPROPRIATE PLACES IN THE OMR ANSWER SHEET.
- ANY OMISSION/DISCREPANCY WILL RENDER THE ANSWER SHEET LIABLE FOR REJECTION.
- You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside.
- DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
- This Test Booklet contains 150 items (questions).
- Each item comprises four responses (answers).
- You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
- In case, you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
- In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
- You have to mark your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
- the Answer Sheet. All items carry equal marks.
- Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet, you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
- After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has
- concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
- You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
- Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
- THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE.
- There are four alternatives for the answer to every question.
- For each question for which a (i) wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
- (ii) If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as wrong answer even if one of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question.
- (iii) If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
- DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO
Questions (page 2)
Q2. Mohs scale is used for stones to determine
- (a) Flakiness index
- (b) Durability
- (c) Strength
- (d) Hardness
Q3. Which of the following conditions are recommended for using sulphate resisting cement?
- (1) Concrete to be used in foundation and basement, where soil is not infested with sulphates
- (2) Concrete used for fabrication of pipes which are likely to be buried in marshy region or sulphate bearing soils
- (3) Concrete to be used in the construction of sewage treatment works
- (a) 2 and 3 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
Q4. Which one of the following cements is a deliquescent?
- (a) Quick setting Portland cement
- (b) White and Coloured cement
- (c) Calcium Chloride cement
- (d) Water Repellent cement
Q5. Consider the following data for concrete with mild exposure :
Water-cement ratio = 0.50
Water = 191.6 litre
The required cement content will be
- (a) 561 kg/m3
- (b) 472 kg/m3
- (c) 383 kg/m3
- (d) 294 kg/m3
Q6. The strength of a fully matured concrete sample is 500 kg/cm2. When cured at an average temperature of 20°C in day, 10°C in night, datum temperature T0 is -11°C. If Plowman constants A is 32 and B is 54, the strength of identical concrete at 7 days will be nearly
- (a) 333 kg/cm2
- (b) 312 kg/cm2
- (c) 272 kg/cm2
- (d) 243 kg/cm2
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What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Engineering Service (Preliminary) Examination.
Which year is this question paper from?
This question paper is from the year 2020.
Who conducts the Engineering Services Examination?
The Engineering Services Examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
What is the subject of this paper?
The subject of this paper is Civil Engineering.
What is the duration of the examination?
The time allowed for the examination is Three Hours.
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The maximum marks for this paper are 300.