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Key Facts: Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture Exam

Code 88

PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture subject code

PSEB Scheme of Studies / NSQF trade list

40 + 50 + 10

Theory + Practical + INA marks

PSEB Scheme of Studies (Agriculture 88 Solanaceous Crop Cultivator)

≠ Code 35

Distinct from academic Agriculture elective

PSEB Scheme of Studies elective vs NSQF tables

33% + 25% theory

Aggregate pass with minimum theory

PSEB Scheme of Studies passing criteria

As per PSEB

Examination fee (annual Matric fee circular)

Punjab School Education Board

PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture (code 88) is Class 10 Solanaceous Crop Cultivator: Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100. Distinct from academic Agriculture (35). Pass is 33% aggregate with min 25% theory. Fees are paid through schools. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation — not an official paper/practical simulation.

Sample Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture Practice Questions

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1Which botanical family includes tomato, brinjal (eggplant), chilli, and potato?
A.Solanaceae (nightshade family)
B.Brassicaceae (mustard family)
C.Cucurbitaceae (gourd family)
D.Fabaceae (legume family)
Explanation: Tomato, brinjal, chilli, and potato are solanaceous vegetables in family Solanaceae—the focus of the Solanaceous Crop Cultivator job role.
2What is the scientific name of tomato, a major solanaceous vegetable?
A.Solanum lycopersicum
B.Solanum tuberosum
C.Capsicum annuum
D.Abelmoschus esculentus
Explanation: Tomato is Solanum lycopersicum. Potato is S. tuberosum; chilli/pepper is Capsicum spp.; okra (bhindi) is Abelmoschus and is not solanaceous.
3Brinjal (eggplant) is botanically known as:
A.Solanum melongena
B.Lycopersicon esculentum only as a cereal
C.Allium cepa
D.Daucus carota
Explanation: Brinjal is Solanum melongena, a solanaceous fruit vegetable grown for its edible fruits.
4Which structure is primarily raised so that healthy seedlings can later be transplanted into the main field?
A.Nursery bed or seedling tray nursery
B.Grain storage silo only
C.Cold-storage cold room only
D.Threshing floor only
Explanation: A nursery (soil bed or plug/tray system) is used to raise strong seedlings under closer care before transplanting into the production field.
5A practical advantage of raising solanaceous seedlings in a nursery rather than direct sowing all seed in the main field is:
A.Better care of young plants, selection of healthy seedlings, and efficient use of seed and space
B.Elimination of any need for irrigation after transplanting
C.Guaranteed zero pest attack for the crop life
D.Complete removal of the need for fertilizers
Explanation: Nurseries allow controlled watering, protection, and culling of weak plants so only healthy seedlings occupy the main field.
6Before sowing tomato or chilli seed in a soil nursery, a common hygiene practice is:
A.Treat or solarize/fumigate nursery soil and treat seed as recommended to reduce soil-borne problems
B.Flood the bed continuously for two weeks without drainage
C.Mix raw uncomposted municipal garbage into the top 1 cm only
D.Never level the bed so water always stands
Explanation: Healthy nurseries start with clean media/soil and healthy seed to reduce damping-off and other soil-borne issues.
7Damping-off of seedlings in a vegetable nursery is commonly associated with:
A.Soil-borne fungi under wet, poorly drained, crowded conditions
B.Excess of only potassium fertilizer forever preventing disease
C.Complete absence of moisture for months
D.Harvest maturity of ripe tomato fruits only
Explanation: Damping-off fungi thrive in over-wet, poorly aerated, dense seedbeds; good drainage, spacing, and hygiene reduce risk.
8When transplanting solanaceous seedlings, growers typically prefer seedlings that are:
A.Stocky, healthy, pest-free, and of recommended age/height for the crop
B.Very tall, etiolated, and yellow from prolonged shade
C.Already flowering heavily while still in the plug tray in all cases
D.Wilted permanently with black rotten roots
Explanation: Ideal transplants are vigorous but not over-aged or leggy, free from pests and root disease, matching recommended transplant size.
9Hardening of nursery seedlings before transplanting mainly means:
A.Gradually exposing seedlings to outdoor field-like conditions so they withstand transplant shock better
B.Cooking seed in boiling water for one hour
C.Keeping seedlings in complete darkness for ten days
D.Removing all leaves before planting
Explanation: Hardening reduces soft growth by controlled water, light, and temperature exposure so seedlings adapt to open-field stress.
10Potato is a solanaceous crop mainly grown for which plant part used as food?
A.Tuber (underground modified stem)
B.True botanical fruit only, like a tomato berry sold as grain
C.Wood of the main trunk
D.Flower nectar exclusively
Explanation: Potato yields edible tubers (swollen underground stems). Tomato and brinjal are grown primarily for fruits.

About the Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture Exam

Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture is the Class 10 vocational skill subject under the Punjab School Education Board for the job role Solanaceous Crop Cultivator (subject code 88). It is distinct from the academic Agriculture elective (code 35). Official assessment is Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100. Vocational content focuses on solanaceous crops (tomato, brinjal, chilli, potato and related production), nursery and seedling production, irrigation management, weed management, integrated pest and disease management, harvest and post-harvest handling, basic farm management and occupational safety, plus prescribed employability skills (communication, self-management, ICT, entrepreneurship, and green skills). Pass requires 33% aggregate with min 25% theory per the Scheme of Studies. Fees and exact blueprints are notified by PSEB on pseb.ac.in. The 100 questions on this page are a free English-language multiple-choice study adaptation with explanations; they are not a full simulation of the official theory + practical + INA format.

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Assessment

Official PSEB Scheme of Studies lists Agriculture (88), job role Solanaceous Crop Cultivator, as Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100. Theory assesses vocational and employability knowledge in a mixed written format (not pure MCQ). Practical assesses hands-on skill with viva/portfolio elements as notified. INA is school-based continuous assessment. This is distinct from academic Agriculture (35). English, Punjabi, and Hindi media may be available depending on school offerings. Confirm theory duration and practical windows on the year’s date sheet at pseb.ac.in. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation — it does not simulate official attempt limits, subjective long answers, or practical/INA scoring.

Time Limit

As notified on the PSEB Matric / NSQF date sheet for Agriculture (code 88) theory; practical and INA are separately scheduled

Passing Score

33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory (Scheme of Studies); verify the current pass criteria circular.

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by PSEB and paid through schools for regular Matric sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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14%

Solanaceous Crops & Nursery

Solanaceae crop identity; nursery beds and trays; soil/seed hygiene; damping-off prevention; hardening; transplant quality for tomato, brinjal, chilli, and potato systems.

18%

Irrigation Management

Root-zone watering purpose; stress symptoms; water quality; critical stages; furrow, sprinkler, and drip methods; waterlogging risks and efficient scheduling.

14%

Weed Management

Crop–weed competition; prevention; cultural and mechanical control; mulching; safe herbicide concepts; integrated weed management including nursery hygiene.

20%

IPM of Solanaceous Crops

Major insect-pests and diseases; monitoring (traps, scouting); cultural, biological, and need-based chemical tools; PPE, labels, PHI, and resistance awareness.

16%

Harvest & Post-harvest

Maturity indices; gentle handling; grading and packaging; cooling and storage concepts; transport timing; reducing post-harvest losses.

6%

Farm Management & Safety

Crop planning and calendars; market information; soil-test-based nutrition ideas; rotation; occupational hygiene and first-aid readiness.

12%

Employability Skills

Communication cycle and barriers; self-management and SMART goals; ICT safety; entrepreneurship; green skills and 3Rs; teamwork and ethical market behaviour.

Preparing for the Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory (Scheme of Studies); verify the current pass criteria circular.
  • Assessment: Official PSEB Scheme of Studies lists Agriculture (88), job role Solanaceous Crop Cultivator, as Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100. Theory assesses vocational and employability knowledge in a mixed written format (not pure MCQ). Practical assesses hands-on skill with viva/portfolio elements as notified. INA is school-based continuous assessment. This is distinct from academic Agriculture (35). English, Punjabi, and Hindi media may be available depending on school offerings. Confirm theory duration and practical windows on the year’s date sheet at pseb.ac.in. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation — it does not simulate official attempt limits, subjective long answers, or practical/INA scoring.
  • Time limit: As notified on the PSEB Matric / NSQF date sheet for Agriculture (code 88) theory; practical and INA are separately scheduled
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by PSEB and paid through schools for regular Matric sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture: Suggested Study Strategy

1Treat this as a skill subject: link every theory point to a field practice (nursery, irrigate, weed, scout pests, harvest, pack).
2Memorize solanaceous crops as a group (tomato, brinjal, chilli, potato) for pest, disease, maturity, and post-harvest questions.
3Compare irrigation methods by water saving, labour, and disease risk (furrow vs sprinkler vs drip) rather than memorizing only names.
4For IPM, always prefer monitoring + cultural/biological tools before need-based chemical sprays, and list PPE and PHI steps in order.
5Do not confuse NSQF Agriculture (88) with academic Agriculture (35)—different codes, mark splits, and pathways.
6Drill employability units with short definitions: communication cycle, SMART goals, basic ICT safety, entrepreneur qualities, and 3Rs/sustainability.
7Alternate free MCQ practice with timed written answers and hands-on drills so you can score theory, practical, and INA—not only recognition items.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PSEB NSQF Agriculture the same as academic Agriculture (code 35)?

No. NSQF Agriculture (code 88) is the vocational skill subject with job role Solanaceous Crop Cultivator and mark split Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100. Academic Agriculture (code 35) is a different elective (commonly Theory 50 + Practical 30 + INA 20). Do not mix their syllabi or mark schemes.

What is the official marks split for PSEB Matric NSQF Agriculture?

Under the PSEB Scheme of Studies, Agriculture (88) Solanaceous Crop Cultivator is Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100 marks. Confirm the current circular and date sheet on pseb.ac.in.

Is the official theory exam pure multiple-choice?

No. Official assessment combines written theory with a large practical component and INA. The 100 questions on this page are an English MCQ study adaptation with explanations—they are not a full simulation of the official theory + practical + INA format.

What is the typical passing score?

PSEB Scheme of Studies requires 33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory for each subject. Always verify the latest Board circular for your examination year.

What topics should I study for NSQF Agriculture (Solanaceous Crop Cultivator)?

Focus on solanaceous crops (tomato, brinjal, chilli, potato), nursery and seedling production, irrigation, weed management, integrated pest and disease management, harvest and post-harvest handling, basic farm management and safety, plus employability skills (communication, self-management, ICT, entrepreneurship, green skills). Use official PSEB NSQF materials and the ASCI/PSSCIVE skill framework for the job role.

How much does the exam cost?

Fees are governed by the annual PSEB Matric examination fee notification and paid through schools. Check https://www.pseb.ac.in for the current fee circular rather than relying on unofficial fixed rupee figures.

How should I use this free MCQ bank for a theory + practical + INA subject?

Use these MCQs for daily concept drills on crops, nursery, irrigation, weeds, IPM, harvest, management, and employability. Also practise written answers from the skill book, complete nursery/field practicals and portfolio/viva preparation, and follow the school calendar for INA components.