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Kerala PSC has announced recruitment for the Tradesman post under Category No. 276/2021, and the exam is expected to be held soon. To guide you, Entri experts have prepared an easy study plan based on the syllabus to help candidates cover all topics in a systematic way. In this blog, we share that plan to help you prepare strategically and secure a better score in the exam.
Kerala PSC Tradesman (Civil) Notification 2025 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC / Kerala PSC) |
| Department | Technical Education Department |
| Post Name | Tradesman (Civil) |
| Category Number | 276/2025 |
| Number of Vacancies | 07 (Seven) |
| Scale of Pay | ₹26,500 – ₹60,700 |
| Method of Recruitment | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Start Date | 30.08.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03.10.2025 |
| Application Mode | Online through Kerala PSC Thulasi (One Time Registration profile) |
| Official Website | www.keralapsc.gov.in |
Kerala PSC Tradesman Civil Syllabus 2025 PDF & Exam Pattern
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Before starting the preparation, it’s important to know the exam pattern and syllabus. The Kerala PSC Tradesman exam 2025 follows a structured format with questions based on core trade subjects along with general topics. Going through the syllabus and marks distribution will help you understand which areas to focus more on and plan your studies.
Kerala PSC Tradesman Civil Exam Pattern 2025
| Module No. | Module Name | Marks |
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| 1 | Basic Engineering Drawing | 8 |
| 2 | Building Materials and Construction | 12 |
| 3 | Building Construction | 20 |
| 4 | Building Drawing and Estimating | 12 |
| 5 | Irrigation Engineering | 6 |
| 6 | Surveying | 14 |
| 7 | AutoCAD | 8 |
| 8 | Units of Measurements and Applied Mechanics | 6 |
| 9 | Transportation Engineering | 8 |
| 10 | Public Health and Sanitation | 6 |
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This 3-month study plan is made to keep your preparation easy and stress-free. By following small weekly goals, you can cover all topics step by step and still have time for revision. It helps you stay organized and ready for the Tradesman exam without feeling overloaded. Explore now!
Month 1 – Foundation & Basics
Week 1
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Module 1: Basic Engineering Drawing (8 marks) – 4 days
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Drawing instruments, sheet layout, types of lines, lettering, dimensioning
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Scales, plane geometrical construction, conic section, projection
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2 days: Module 8: Units of Measurements & Applied Mechanics (6 marks)
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Units, simple machines, work, power, stress/strain basics, trigonometry
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Week 2
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Module 2: Building Materials & Construction (12 marks) – 5 days
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Properties of stones, bricks, cement, timber, lime, sand, mortar & concrete
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Metals, glass, tiles, protective materials
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1 day: Short notes + practice questions
Week 3
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Module 3: Building Construction (20 marks) – Part 1 – 6 days
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Masonry (stone, brick, composite), foundation & soil bearing capacity
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Scaffolding, shoring, damp proofing, arches, lintels, stairs
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1 day: Quick recap & short mock
Week 4
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Module 6: Surveying (14 marks) – Part 1 – 6 days
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Chain surveying, compass surveying, plane table, levelling, contouring
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1 day: Revise Modules 1–2
Month 2 – Core Subjects & Applications
Week 5
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Module 3: Building Construction (20 marks) – Part 2 – 6 days
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RCC (intro, uses, materials, proportions, formwork, bending of bars)
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RCC elements (lintel, column, slab, beam, footing), concrete mixing, slump test
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Steel structures, doors/windows, roofs, floors/floorings
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1 day: Practice Q&A
Week 6
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Module 4: Building Drawing & Estimating (12 marks) – 5 days
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Building rules, safety provisions, estimates, rules of measurement
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Rate analysis, labour/materials, schedule of rates, valuation
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2 days: Module 7: AutoCAD (8 marks) – basics, 2D drafting, 3D modelling
Week 7
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Module 6: Surveying (14 marks) – Part 2 – 5 days
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Curves, theodolite, area & volume, total station (intro, types, measurements, GPS)
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2 days: Mixed practice + revision of Week 5–6 modules
Week 8
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Module 9: Transportation Engineering (8 marks) – 4 days
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Roads (development, alignment, classification, construction)
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Railways (rails, sleepers, ballast, creep, fixtures, crossings)
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Bridges (foundation, superstructure, classification)
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2 days: Module 5: Irrigation Engineering (6 marks) – irrigation terms, dams, canals, turbines
Month 3 – Advanced Prep, Revision & Practice
Week 9
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Module 10: Public Health & Sanitation (6 marks) – 3 days
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Pipes, water sources & treatment, distribution, sanitation, sewage treatment, septic tank
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- Revise Module 2 & 3 – 3 days
- 1 day: Practice questions
Week 10
- Revise Module 6 (Surveying) & 4 (Estimating) – 5 days
- 2 days: Mixed test practice
Week 11
- Revise Module 1 (Drawing), 7 (AutoCAD), 8 (Applied Mechanics) – 4 days
- Revise Module 9 (Transport) & 5 (Irrigation) – 2 days
- 1 day: Attempt full mock test
Week 12
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Final Revision Week – All Modules – 6 days
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Create summary notes & formula sheets
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Daily practice of 1 mock test + analysis
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Last Day: Light revision + relax
Kerala PSC Tradesman Civil Study Strategy 2025
- Focus more on Module 3 (20 marks) and Module 6 (14 marks) as they carry the highest weight.
- Keep daily 1–1.5 hours for revision of older modules to avoid forgetting.
- Practice drawing and AutoCAD regularly – at least 30 mins twice a week.
- Solve previous year Kerala PSC Tradesman question papers every weekend.
