UPSC Civil Engineering Mains 2018 Paper I Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2018
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Hindi & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination UPSC Civil Engineering Mains Exam
Year 2018
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Paper I
Subject Civil Engineering
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the official question paper for the UPSC Civil Engineering Mains Examination 2018, Paper I. Conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), this paper is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering principles. It carries a maximum of 250 marks and is allocated a time limit of three hours. The paper is structured into two sections, containing a total of eight questions, with candidates required to answer five. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory, and at least one question must be attempted from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to qualify for civil engineering positions within the government sector, providing a clear benchmark for preparation and understanding of the examination's scope and depth. This previous year UPSC Civil Engineering Mains Exam question paper (2018) 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 Structural Analysis, Mechanics of Materials, Riveted Joints, Free Body Diagrams, Reactions Calculation. Useful for Civil Engineering Mains Exam preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

  • Structural Analysis
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Riveted Joints
  • Free Body Diagrams
  • Reactions Calculation

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Civil Engineering Mains Exam 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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Instructions

  • पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे ।
  • प्रश्न का उत्तर देने के लिए बदि कोई पूर्वधारणाएँ बनाई गई हों, तो उन्हें स्पष्ट रूप से निर्दिष्ट कीजिए ।
  • जहाँ आवश्यक हो, आरेखों व चित्राकृतियों को, प्रश्न का उत्तर देने के लिए दिए गए स्थान में ही बनाइए ।
  • जब तक उद्घिखित न हो, संकेत तथा शब्दावली प्रचलित मानक अर्थों में प्रयुक्त हैं ।
  • प्रश्मों के उत्तरों की गणना क्रमानुसार की जाएगी ।
  • यदि काटा नहीं हो, तो प्रश्न के उत्तर की गणना की जाएगी चाहे वह उत्तर अंशतः दिया गया हो ।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़ा हुआ पृष्ठ या उसके अंश को स्पष्ट रूप से काटा जाना चाहिए ।

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, any 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.
  • Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
  • No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
  • 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 carry 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 Booklet must be clearly struck off.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) प्रणाली के निचले एवं ऊपरी भागों के लिए मुक्त पिण्ड आरेख खींचिए । नीचे दर्शाए गए चित्र के लिए सभी प्रतिक्रियाओं का परिकलन कीजिए ।

Draw the free body diagram for lower and upper parts of the system. Calculate all reactions for the figure shown below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the UPSC Civil Engineering Mains Examination.

What year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2018.

Which paper is this?

This is Paper I of the Civil Engineering Mains examination.

Who conducts the Civil Engineering Mains exam?

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

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for Paper I is 250.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed is three hours.

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