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Kerala PSC has announced the Training Instructor (MMV) Notification 2025 for the Scheduled Castes Development Department. With vacancies under Category No. 358/2025 – 359/2025, aspirants can apply online from 15/09/2025 to 15/10/2025. In this blog, we’ve compiled a list of essential books and study resources strictly based on the official syllabus. Explore now!
Kerala PSC MMV Training Instructor Notification 2025 Highlights
| Event | Details |
| Conducted By | Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) |
| Post | Training Instructor (MMV) |
| Category No | 358/2025 – 359/2025 |
|---|---|
| Department | Scheduled Castes Development Department |
| Number of Vacancies | 01 |
| Application Dates | 15/09/2025 – 15/10/2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online (One Time Registration) |
| Official Website | Kerala PSC Official Site |
Kerala PSC MMV Training Instructor 2025 Syllabus PDF
For candidates preparing for the Kerala PSC Training Instructor (MMV) Exam 2025, we have attached the complete syllabus PDF here. It provides detailed topics for each subject, helping you plan your preparation strategy. The exam is for 100 marks, with 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be answered on OMR sheets, and carries a 1/3 negative marking. It is conducted in English and covers all topics mentioned in the official syllabus.
Kerala PSC MMV Training Instructor 2025 Previous Questions
| Question Paper Code | Download PDF |
|---|---|
| 136/2023 | |
| 33/2023 | |
| 007/2020 | |
| 59/2019 |
Kerala PSC MMV Training Instructor Books 2025 for Reference
To help candidates prepare for the Kerala PSC Training Instructor (MMV) exam 2025, we have put together a list of useful books. The table below shows the best books for each topic in the syllabus, making it easier to study and cover all important subjects in an organized way.
| Sl. No | Topic | Recommended Books / Authors |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Engineering Drawing | – Engineering Drawing by N.D. Bhatt- A Textbook of Engineering Drawing by R.K. Dhawan- Engineering Drawing and Graphics + AutoCAD by K.L. Narayana & P. Kannaiah |
| 2 | Chain Survey | – Surveying Vol. I by B.C. Punmia- Surveying and Levelling by R. Subramanian- Surveying by K. R. Arora |
| 3 | Compass Survey | – Surveying Vol. I by B.C. Punmia- Surveying and Levelling by R. Subramanian |
| 4 | Plane Table Survey | – Surveying Vol. I by B.C. Punmia- Surveying and Levelling by R. Subramanian |
| 5 | Levelling and Contouring | – Surveying Vol. I by B.C. Punmia- Surveying and Levelling by R. Subramanian- Engineering Surveying by T.P. Kanetkar |
| 6 | Theodolite Survey | – Surveying Vol. I & II by B.C. Punmia- Surveying and Levelling by R. Subramanian- Theodolite Surveying by K. R. Arora |
| 7 | Modern Survey Instruments | – Surveying Vol. II by B.C. Punmia (Total Station, GPS)- Remote Sensing and GIS by Lillesand & Kiefer- GPS Theory and Practice by B. Hofmann-Wellenhof |
| 8 | AutoCAD | – Engineering Drawing and Graphics + AutoCAD by K.L. Narayana & P. Kannaiah- AutoCAD 2024 for Beginners by CADCIM Technologies |
| 9 | Workshop Calculation and Science | – A Textbook of Engineering Mathematics by B.S. Grewal (for Mensuration, Trigonometry)- Applied Mechanics by R.K. Bansal (for simple machines, work, energy)- Basic Engineering Science by R.S. Khurmi |
| 10 | Building Materials and Construction | – Building Materials by S.K. Duggal- Civil Engineering Materials by Shrikant S. Kulkarni- Construction Technology by S.C. Rangwala- Fundamentals of Building Construction by Edward Allen |
How to Prepare for Kerala PSC Training Instructor Exam 2025 with Books
Here are some easy tips to help you prepare for the Kerala PSC Training Instructor (MMV) exam 2025. Follow these simple strategies to study smart, save time, and focus on the important topics.
1. Know the Syllabus
- Go through the official PDF and list all topics.
- Note high-mark subjects like Levelling (15 marks), Chain & Compass Survey (12 marks each).
2. Choose the Right Books
- Choose subject based books related with updated syllabus
3. Study Subject-wise
- Start with basics (Drawing, Workshop Science, Materials)
- Then cover core surveying topics (Chain, Compass, Plane Table, Levelling, Theodolite)
- Finish modern instruments & AutoCAD
4. Practice MCQs
- Solve exercises from books and previous PSC papers
- Focus on numerical & diagram-based questions
5. Make Notes & Diagrams
- Note formulas, constants, units
- Draw survey instruments & curves for visual memory
6. Revise Regularly
- Last 2–3 weeks: revise high-mark topics
- Practice MCQs daily
