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 Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Syllabus

   • Download the official Kerala PSC syllabus for your exam.
   • Focus on GK, Kerala history, polity, science, maths, reasoning, English, Malayalam, and current affairs.

2. Follow Previous Year Papers

   • Go through at least the last 5–10 years of question papers.
   • This shows the pattern, repeated topics, and important areas.

3. Daily Current Affairs

   • Read Kerala-based news (Deshabhimani, Manorama, Mathrubhumi).
   • Follow India-level current affairs (PIB, The Hindu, AIR news).

4. Use Standard Books

   • Manorama Yearbook (for GK & current affairs).
   • Kerala history: A. Sreedhara Menon.
   • Constitution & polity: Laxmikanth (basics).
   • Maths & Reasoning: RS Aggarwal.

5. Make Short Notes

   • Keep a notebook for formulas, GK facts, Kerala festivals, rivers, ministers, awards, etc.
   • Revise daily.

 Exam Writing Tips

1. Time Management

   • Most PSC exams are OMR-based → don’t get stuck on one question.
   • If unsure, mark and return later.

2. Accuracy Matters

   • Negative marking (usually -0.33 for each wrong answer) → don’t guess blindly.

3. Start with Easy Ones

   • First finish questions you are 100% sure about → builds confidence.

4. Read Questions Twice

   • Many PSC questions are twisted or framed in reverse.

5. Practice Mock Tests

   • Simulate exam conditions at home.
   • This improves speed + accuracy.

 Extra Tips

• Revise in the morning, not late night.
• Stay updated on Kerala government schemes.
• Write at least 1–2 mock exams weekly.
• Keep calm during the test—stress reduces accuracy.

 

 Weekly Study Plan for Kerala PSC

Day 1 – General Knowledge & Current Affairs

Kerala history & geography (important dynasties, rivers, districts, festivals).

Read newspaper (Kerala + national news).

Revise state and central government schemes.

Day 2 – Indian History & Polity

Ancient & modern Indian history (Freedom struggle).

Indian Constitution (Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Duties, DPSP, President, PM, Parliament).

Revise short notes.

Day 3 – Science & Technology

Basic Physics, Chemistry, Biology (focus on NCERT + Kerala syllabus).

Environmental science (climate, pollution, ecology).

New technology, space & IT (important for current affairs).

Day 4 – Mathematics & Mental Ability

Quantitative aptitude (percentages, ratios, averages, profit-loss, time-work).

Mental ability (series, coding-decoding, syllogism, puzzles).

Practice 20–30 questions with timer.

Day 5 – English & Malayalam

English: grammar rules, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction.

Malayalam: grammar, idioms, vocabulary, important writers & works.

Practice comprehension passages.

Day 6 – Current Affairs & Revision

Revise weekly current affairs (state + national + international).

Make “one-page” summary notes.

Attempt a mock test (OMR style).

Day 7 – Full Revision + Mock Test

Revise the entire week’s topics.

Write one full-length mock test (100 questions).

Analyze mistakes → note down weak areas.

 Daily Time Division (if 5–6 hrs available)

1 hr → Current affairs + newspaper.

2 hrs → Core subject (based on weekly plan).

1.5 hrs → Maths/Reasoning practice.

1 hr → English/Malayalam.

30 min → Quick revision/notes.

 Extra Tips

Stick to short notes for quick revision.

Solve previous year question papers every week.

Revise old topics daily for 15–20 mins.

Stay consistent → even 3–4 hrs daily is enough if regular.

30-Day Kerala PSC Study Plan

Week 1 – Foundation & Basics

Day 1–2:

Kerala History (ancient dynasties, Travancore, Cochin, Malabar).

Kerala Geography (rivers, dams, districts, wildlife sanctuaries).

Daily Current Affairs (Kerala + India).

Day 3–4:

Indian Constitution: Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Duties, DPSP.

Freedom Struggle (1857 Revolt, INC formation, Gandhian movements).

Day 5–6:

General Science: Physics (basics, inventions, units, measurements).

Chemistry (elements, acids, bases, periodic table basics).

Day 7:

Weekly Revision + Mini Mock Test (50 questions).

Week 2 – Core Strengthening

Day 8–9:

Polity: Parliament, President, PM, Governor, CM, Legislature.

Kerala Government & Local Administration.

Day 10–11:

Indian Geography (states, capitals, rivers, mountains).

World Geography basics.

Day 12–13:

Biology (human body, diseases, vaccines, plants, environment).

Environmental issues & Kerala ecology.

Day 14:

Weekly Revision + Mock Test (100 questions).

Week 3 – Problem Solving & Languages

Day 15–16:

Quantitative Aptitude (ratios, percentages, averages, profit-loss).

Practice 30 questions daily with timer.

Day 17–18:

Reasoning & Mental Ability (series, coding-decoding, puzzles).

Previous year mental ability questions.

Day 19:

English Grammar (articles, tenses, synonyms, antonyms).

Malayalam Grammar (sandhi, samasam, alankaram, important authors).

Day 20–21:

Practice mixed subject question papers (GK + Maths + English).

Analyze mistakes.

Week 4 – Final Preparation

Day 22–24:

Current Affairs (last 6 months – Kerala schemes, awards, sports, national events).

Important books, writers, festivals, awards (Kerala + India).

Day 25–26:

Full syllabus revision (make short notes for weak areas).

Practice OMR sheet with 100 questions.

Day 27–28:

Solve 2–3 previous year papers completely.

Revise mistakes.

Day 29:

Quick revision (Kerala GK, Constitution, Science formulas, Current Affairs).

Day 30 – Exam Strategy Day:

Relax, revise only short notes.

Sleep early.

Keep admit card, pen, water ready.

 Exam Day Writing Tips

 Attempt sure questions first.

Don’t waste time on tricky ones (mark and return).

 Keep track of time → 1 min per question max.

 Avoid blind guessing (negative marking).

 Stay calm

 & confident.

 Kerala PSC Last-Minute Revision Checklist

1. Kerala GK

• Districts, capitals, rivers, dams, lakes, wildlife sanctuaries.
• Festivals, cultural events, awards, important personalities.
• Kerala Government schemes & initiatives.

2. Indian Polity & Constitution

• Preamble, Fundamental Rights & Duties, DPSP.
• President, Prime Minister, Parliament, Judiciary structure.
• Governor, CM, State Legislature basics.

3. History

• Kerala History: Dynasties, Freedom Struggle events, social reformers.
• Indian History: Key events in ancient, medieval, modern periods.

4. Geography

• India: States, capitals, rivers, mountains, climate zones.
• World: Continents, oceans, important countries & capitals.

5. Science & Environment

• Physics: Units, inventions, basic laws.
• Chemistry: Elements, acids-bases, periodic table basics.
• Biology: Human body, diseases, vaccines, plants, environment.
• Environmental issues & Kerala ecology.

6. Current Affairs

• Last 6–12 months (Kerala + India + World).
• Awards, sports events, government schemes, important bills.

7. Mathematics & Reasoning

• Maths: Percentages, ratios, averages, time-speed-distance, profit-loss.
• Reasoning: Coding-decoding, series, puzzles, syllogisms.
• Practice 10–20 questions quickly.

8. English & Malayalam

• Grammar: Tenses, articles, prepositions, synonyms, antonyms.
• Malayalam: Grammar rules, important writers, idioms & proverbs.

9. Exam Strategy

• Read questions carefully → don’t rush.
• Attempt easy questions first.
• Keep track of time → 1–1.5 min per question.
• Avoid blind guessing (negative marking).
• Stay calm & confident.