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The Kerala Public Service Commission has released the official syllabus and exam pattern for the Tradesman (Computer Hardware Maintenance) examination. The OMR exam will consist of 100 questions for 100 marks in English medium. The syllabus covers computer fundamentals, hardware, networking, web technologies, databases, cyber security, and related subjects. Download the detailed syllabus PDF to start preparation.
Kerala PSC Tradesman Syllabus 2026 PDF Download
Candidates are advised to download and carefully review the official Tradesman syllabus 2026 PDF before preparation. In addition to the topics listed on the PDF, questions may also be asked from other subjects related to the prescribed educational qualification of the post. There is no guarantee that all listed topics will be covered in the question paper. Download the detailed syllabus PDF to ensure complete exam preparation and better performance in the OMR examination.
Kerala PSC Tradesman (Computer Hardware Maintenance) Notification 2026 Highlights
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC / Kerala PSC) |
| Department | Technical Education Department |
| Post Name | Tradesman (Computer Hardware Maintenance) |
| Category Number | 884/2025 |
| Number of Vacancies | 03 (Three) |
| Scale of Pay | ₹26,500 – ₹60,700 |
| Method of Recruitment | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Start Date | 31.12.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04.02.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online through Kerala PSC Thulasi (One Time Registration profile) |
| Official Website | www.keralapsc.gov.in |
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Kerala PSC Tradesman Exam Pattern 2026 – Computer Hardware Maintenance
The examination will be conducted in OMR (Objective Multiple Choice) format with a total of 100 questions carrying 100 marks. Each question carries one mark. The question paper will be in English medium, and candidates must mark their answers on the OMR answer sheet as per the given instructions
Exam Pattern – Unit Wise Distribution
| Unit | Title | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Introduction to Computer | 10 Marks |
| Unit 2 | Using Word Processing Software | 10 Marks |
| Unit 3 | Using Spreadsheet Application | 10 Marks |
| Unit 4 | Using PowerPoint Presentation | 10 Marks |
| Unit 5 | Database Concepts | 10 Marks |
| Unit 6 | Networking Concepts | 10 Marks |
| Unit 7 | Web Design Concepts | 10 Marks |
| Unit 8 | JavaScript and Creating Webpage | 10 Marks |
| Unit 9 | E-Commerce | 10 Marks |
| Unit 10 | Cyber Security | 10 Marks |
Check Kerala PSC Tradesman Detailed Syllabus 2026 – Computer Hardware Maintenance
The following table provides a detailed unit-wise syllabus outline covering all 10 units, each carrying 10 marks. It includes core topics from computer fundamentals, MS Office, database management, networking, web design, JavaScript, e-commerce, and cyber security.
| Unit | Title | Marks | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Introduction to Computer | 10 Marks | Identify computer peripherals and internal components of a desktop computer; Concepts of Hardware and Software; Functions of motherboard components and processors; Input/Output devices and features; Introduction to Operating System; Features of Windows OS; Shortcut commands; Types of memories and features; Basic hardware and software issues and solutions; Application software and Antivirus; Basic DOS Internal and External Commands; Open Source Software; Linux OS features, structure, files and processes; Basic Linux commands. |
| Unit 2 | Using Word Processing Software | 10 Marks | MS Office applications; Word features; Office button and toolbars; Creating, saving, formatting and printing documents; Working with objects, macro, mail merge, templates and other Word tools. |
| Unit 3 | Using Spreadsheet Application | 10 Marks | Excel features and data types; Cell referencing and sheet linking; Excel functions (all categories); Sorting, filtering, validation; Charts; Data tables; Pivot tables; Goal seek; Scenarios. |
| Unit 4 | Using PowerPoint Presentation | 10 Marks | Image editing; Image properties and formats; PowerPoint introduction and advantages; Creating slide shows; Fine tuning presentations; Good presentation techniques. |
| Unit 5 | Database Concepts | 10 Marks | DBMS, RDBMS, Data Models; DBA and database users; Database schema; Normalization rules; Data types; Data integrity; DDL, DML, DCL; Primary and foreign keys; Indices; Transactions and ACID properties; Constraints; Joins; Subqueries; Aggregate functions (SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN, COUNT). |
| Unit 6 | Networking Concepts | 10 Marks | Computer networks; Client-Server & Peer-to-Peer; Proxy & Firewall; DHCP Server; Network topologies; LAN, WAN, MAN; Network devices (Modem, Hub, Switch, Router, Bridge, Gateway); Network cables; Wireless & Bluetooth; OSI 7 Layer Model; TCP/IP, FTP, Telnet; Logical & Physical addresses; Subnetting; Classes of networks; Internet concepts; WWW; Browsers; Servers; Search engines; DNS; Email; Video chatting; Social networking. |
| Unit 7 | Web Design Concepts | 10 Marks | Static & Dynamic web pages; HTML and tags; Web page controls; CSS and applying CSS; Open-source CMS (Joomla, WordPress); Web authoring tools (Kompozer, FrontPage); Good web design techniques. |
| Unit 8 | JavaScript and Creating Webpage | 10 Marks | Programming & scripting languages; JavaScript basics; Web servers; Data types, variables, constants, conversions; Operators and precedence; Control statements & loops; Arrays; String data type; Math & Date objects; Functions; Built-in functions; Pop-up boxes; Document Object Model (DOM). |
| Unit 9 | E-Commerce | 10 Marks | Introduction to E-Commerce; Building business online; Payment & order processing; Authorization; Chargeback; Payment methods; Security issues; Payment gateways. |
| Unit 10 | Cyber Security | 10 Marks | Information security overview; SSL, HTTPS; Security threats; Vulnerability & risk management; Directory services; Access control; Security & privacy protection; Audit & security; IT Act and cybercrime penalties. |
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Join NowHow to Download Kerala PSC Tradesman Syllabus 2026 PDF
- Visit the official Kerala PSC website – https://www.keralapsc.gov.in
- Click on the “Recruitment” tab on the homepage
- Select “Syllabus” from the dropdown menu
- Search for Tradesman (Computer Hardware Maintenance) in the list
- Click on the syllabus link to open the PDF
- Press the Download icon and save the PDF to your device
