10 Subjects Tested by Indian PSUs for recruitment
Indian government recruitment exams typically assess candidates on a wide range of subjects, focusing on skills and knowledge relevant to the job roles. Based on an analysis of common patterns in exams such as SSC, UPSC, IBPS, State Public Service Commissions, and other recruitment tests, the following subjects are usually included:
1. General Knowledge (GK) and Current Affairs
- Static GK:
- Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
- Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Political)
- Polity and Constitution of India
- Economics and Budget
- Important National and International Organizations (e.g., UN, IMF)
- Science and Technology (Basic Applications and Innovations)
- Current Affairs:
- National and International Events
- Government Schemes and Policies
- Awards, Honors, and Books
- Sports Events
- Summits and Conferences
2. General Awareness
- Banking Awareness (for IBPS, RBI, etc.)
- Environmental Science
- India and World Relations
- Defense and Military Exercises
- Miscellaneous (e.g., Days and Dates, Art & Culture)
3. Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic:
- Percentages, Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion, Averages
- Time, Work, and Distance
- Algebra:
- Equations (Linear and Quadratic)
- Simplifications and Approximation
- Geometry and Mensuration:
- Areas, Volumes
- Angles and Theorems
- Data Interpretation:
- Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, and Tables
- Number System:
- HCF, LCM, Prime Numbers
4. Reasoning Ability
- Verbal Reasoning:
- Blood Relations
- Coding-Decoding
- Syllogism
- Statement and Conclusion
- Non-Verbal Reasoning:
- Pattern Completion
- Mirror and Water Images
- Logical Reasoning:
- Seating Arrangements (Linear, Circular)
- Puzzle Solving
- Cause and Effect
5. English Language
- Grammar:
- Sentence Correction
- Parts of Speech
- Active-Passive Voice
- Vocabulary:
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Idioms and Phrases
- Comprehension:
- Passage Reading
- Fill in the Blanks
- Writing Skills (in some exams):
- Essay Writing
- Letter Writing
6. General Hindi (for Hindi Region-Specific Exams)
- Grammar:
- Sandhi, Samas, and Tenses
- Alankar and Ras
- Vocabulary:
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Idioms and Proverbs
- Comprehension and Writing:
- Passage Questions
- Essay or Letter Writing in Hindi
7. Computer Knowledge
- Basics of Computers:
- History, Generations of Computers
- Types of Software and Hardware
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Internet and Networking
- Cybersecurity Basics
- Shortcuts and Practical Knowledge
8. Specialized or Technical Subjects
- For engineering or technical exams:
- Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science topics
- For law-related posts:
- Constitutional Law, IPC, CrPC
- For teaching exams:
- Pedagogy and Child Development
- For medical posts:
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology
9. State-Specific Topics
- Local History, Geography, and Culture
- State Government Schemes and Policies
- Regional Language and Literature
10. Professional Knowledge
- Specific to posts like:
- Banking: Financial Awareness
- Railway: General Science and Engineering
- Defense: Physical and Mental Ability Tests
- Administration: Decision Making and Leadership Skills