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Kerala PSC has released the AE Civil (PWD) notification under Category No. 180/2025, and the exam is expected soon. To prepare effectively, it’s important to cover the syllabus thoroughly and use the right subject-wise books. In this article, we provide a detailed Kerala PSC PWD AE Civil Book List to guide your preparation.
Kerala PSC PWD Assistant Engineer Notification 2025 Highlights
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Department | Public Works Department (PWD) |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
| Category Number | 180/2025 |
| Pay Scale | ₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300/- |
| Vacancies | Anticipated |
| Notification Release Date | 31 July 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 31 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 September 2025 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Mode of Application | Online only (via Kerala PSC Thulasi Profile) |
| Official Webiste | www.keralapsc.gov.in |
Kerala PSC PWD AE Civil Book List 2025 – Subject Wise
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Based on the latest syllabus for Kerala PSC AE Civil (PWD) – Category No. 180/2025, we’ve listed subject-wise books to help you cover each topic without any confusions. From Structural Analysis to Transportation Engineering, refer to the recommended books below for focused preparation as per the updated exam pattern.
Mechanics of Solids and Structural Analysis (10 marks)
- Strength of Materials – R.K. Rajput / B.C. Punmia
- Structural Analysis – V.N. Vazirani & M.M. Ratwani
- Objective Civil Engineering – R. Agor (for practice)
Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering (10 marks)
- Fluid Mechanics – R.K. Bansal
- Irrigation and Water Power Engineering – B.C. Punmia
- Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering – P.N. Modi (for deeper understanding)
Surveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and Valuation (10 marks)
- Surveying (Vol 1 & 2) – B.C. Punmia
- Estimating and Costing – B.N. Dutta
- Quantity Surveying and Valuation – Rangwala
Building Materials, Construction Technology, Construction Management (20 marks)
- Building Materials – S.K. Duggal
- Construction Planning and Management – P.S. Gahlot & B.M. Dhir
- Objective Civil Engineering – R. Agor (revision)
Environmental Engineering (10 marks)
- Environmental Engineering (Vol 1 & 2) – S.K. Garg
- Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering – B.C. Punmia
- Brilliance/Talent Academy class notes (for Kerala PSC focus)
Design of Structures (20 marks)
- Reinforced Concrete Design – S. Ramamrutham / B.C. Punmia
- Design of Steel Structures – S.K. Duggal
- Limit State Design – B.C. Punmia
- PSC AE/SSC JE civil handbooks for objective questions
Geotechnical Engineering (10 marks)
- Soil Mechanics and Foundations – B.C. Punmia
- Geotechnical Engineering – C.Venkatramaiah / K.R. Arora
- Objective Questions – Made Easy Handbook / R. Agor
Transportation Engineering and Urban Planning (10 marks)
- Highway Engineering – S.K. Khanna & Justo
- Traffic Engineering and Transport Planning – L.R. Kadiyali
- Urban Planning – Rangwala (basic reference)
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Join NowKerala PSC PWD AE Civil 2025 Additional Resources for Preparation
You can also find the official syllabus, previous question papers, mock tests, and other additional resources attached below to support your preparation.
PWD AE Civil Exam Pattern 2025
Follow the official exam pattern, focus on core subjects
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Mechanics of Solids and Structural Analysis | 10 |
| Fluid Mechanics and Water Resources Engineering | 10 |
| Surveying and Levelling, Quantity Surveying and Valuation | 10 |
| Building Materials, Construction Technology, Construction Management | 20 |
| Environmental Engineering | 10 |
| Design of Structures | 20 |
| Geotechnical Engineering | 10 |
| Transportation Engineering and Urban Planning | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
PWD AE Civil Syllabus 2025
Download the official Kerala PSC AE Civil 2025 syllabus to understand the exact topics and structure of the exam.
PWD AE Civil PYQS 2025
Practice with old question papers to get familiar with the exam pattern and frequently asked topics.
| Question Paper Name | Download PDF |
| 130/2015 | |
| 143/2015 | |
| 072/2016 |
PWD AE Civil Mock Test 2025
Attempt OMR-based mock tests regularly to improve time management, accuracy, and preparation level.
| Mock Test | Download PDF |
| Series 1 (Beginner) |
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| Series 2 (Medium) |
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| Series 3 (Advanced) |
GK & Current Affair Updates
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Use the right books and reliable resources to set a strong foundation for the Kerala PSC AE Civil 2025 exam. Along with textbooks, practice previous papers and mock tests. Check the syllabus, question papers, and additional materials for easy preparation. Good luck!
