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Key Facts: SJVN JFE & FE Exam

100

Practice Questions

Mock Syllabus

120 Min

Time Limit

Official Notification

Zero

Negative Marks

Official Pattern

50%

UR Cut-off

Official Rule

Rs. 354

JFE Fee (UR)

Official Fee

SJVN JFE/FE exam is a 100/150 question CBT in 120 minutes with no negative marking. Qualifying score is 50% (40% for SC/ST/PwBD). Fee is Rs. 354/708. This free bank provides 100 practice MCQs across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Aptitude.

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1Which of the following constituents in Portland cement is responsible for the rapid development of strength and initial setting time?

A.Tricalcium silicate (C3S)

B.Dicalcium silicate (C2S)

C.Tricalcium aluminate (C3A)

D.Tetracalcium aluminoferrite (C4AF)

Explanation: Tricalcium silicate (C3S) hydrates rapidly and is responsible for the early strength development of cement within the first 7 days. Dicalcium silicate (C2S) hydrates slowly and contributes to the progressive strength at later stages (after 28 days). Tricalcium aluminate (C3A) hydrates very fast and causes flash set if gypsum is not added, but it does not contribute to the long-term strength.

2What does a slump value of 0 to 25 mm typically indicate about the workability and compaction method of a concrete mix?

A.Very low workability, requiring high-power mechanical vibration

B.Medium workability, suitable for normal reinforced concrete works

C.High workability, suitable for tremie concrete or piling

D.Very high workability, compacted by hand rodding

Explanation: A slump of 0 to 25 mm represents a very dry mix with extremely low workability, which is typical for road construction or mass concrete. Such mixes cannot be compacted manually and require intense mechanical vibration to expel entrapped air. High and medium workabilities have much larger slump ranges (typically 50-100 mm and 100-150 mm respectively).

3A cantilever beam of length L carries a uniformly distributed load of intensity w per unit length over its entire span. If the flexural rigidity of the beam is EI, what is the maximum deflection at the free end?

A.wL^4 / (8EI)

B.wL^4 / (3EI)

C.wL^4 / (48EI)

D.5wL^4 / (384EI)

Explanation: The maximum deflection at the free end of a cantilever beam under a uniformly distributed load is given by wL^4 / (8EI). This is derived by integrating the bending moment equation or applying the moment-area method. The value wL^4 / (3EI) corresponds to a point load at the free end, while 5wL^4 / (384EI) is the maximum deflection for a simply supported beam under a UDL.

4For a simply supported beam of span L carrying a concentrated load P at its mid-span, what is the maximum bending moment occurring in the beam?

A.PL / 4

B.PL / 2

C.PL / 8

D.wL^2 / 8

Explanation: The maximum bending moment for a simply supported beam with a central point load P occurs at the center and is equal to PL/4. The support reactions are P/2 each, and the bending moment at the center is (P/2) * (L/2) = PL/4. PL/8 is the bending moment for a fixed beam with a central point load, and wL^2/8 is for a simply supported beam with a UDL.

5According to IS 456:2000, what is the characteristic strength of concrete defined as?

A.The value of strength below which not more than 5% of the test results are expected to fall

B.The mean strength obtained from testing 100 cubes

C.The strength below which not more than 10% of test results fall

D.The minimum strength recorded among all the tested samples

Explanation: As per clause 36.1 of IS 456:2000, the characteristic strength is defined as that value of strength of material below which not more than 5% of the test results are expected to fall. This means there is a 95% probability that the actual strength of the concrete will exceed this characteristic value. The design strength is further reduced from this value using partial safety factors.

6A reinforced concrete beam section of width 250 mm and effective depth 450 mm is reinforced with Fe415 grade steel. Using the limit state method of IS 456:2000, what is the limiting depth of the neutral axis (xu,max)?

A.216 mm

B.240 mm

C.207 mm

D.180 mm

Explanation: For Fe 415 grade steel, the limiting neutral axis depth factor is 0.48. Therefore, xu,max = 0.48 * d = 0.48 * 450 = 216 mm. For Fe 250, the factor is 0.53 (giving 238.5 mm), and for Fe 500, the factor is 0.46 (giving 207 mm).

7For a standard circular cross-section of diameter D, what is the shape factor (ratio of plastic section modulus to elastic section modulus)?

A.1.70

B.1.50

C.1.15

D.1.27

Explanation: The shape factor for a circular cross-section is approximately 1.70 (specifically 16 / 3π). The shape factor for a rectangular section is 1.50, for a diamond section it is 2.0, and for standard I-sections it ranges between 1.12 and 1.15. This factor represents the reserve strength of the section after the outer fibers reach their yield strength.

8What is the effective throat thickness of a fillet weld having a size 's' when the angle between the fusion faces is 90 degrees?

A.0.707 s

B.0.5 s

C.1.414 s

D.1.0 s

Explanation: The effective throat thickness of a fillet weld is given by t = k * s, where k is a constant depending on the angle between the fusion faces. For a standard 90-degree angle, the value of k is 0.7 (or 1 / sqrt(2) ≈ 0.707). As the angle between faces increases beyond 90 degrees, the factor k decreases.

9If the void ratio (e) of a soil sample is 0.60, what is its porosity (n)?

A.37.5%

B.60.0%

C.40.0%

D.25.0%

Explanation: The relationship between porosity (n) and void ratio (e) is given by n = e / (1 + e). Substituting e = 0.60, we get n = 0.60 / (1 + 0.60) = 0.60 / 1.60 = 0.375 or 37.5%. Conversely, void ratio can be computed from porosity using the formula e = n / (1 - n).

10In a saturated soil mass, if the total stress at a depth of 5 m is 100 kN/m² and the pore water pressure is 49 kN/m², what is the effective stress?

A.51 kN/m²

B.149 kN/m²

C.100 kN/m²

D.0 kN/m²

Explanation: According to Terzaghi's effective stress principle, the total stress (σ) is the sum of the effective stress (σ') and pore water pressure (u). Hence, effective stress σ' = σ - u. Substituting the values: σ' = 100 - 49 = 51 kN/m². Effective stress governs the shear strength and compressibility of soils.

About the SJVN JFE & FE Exam

The Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Junior Field Engineer & Field Engineer recruitment exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) designed to select qualified engineering personnel for fixed-tenure contractual positions. The selection process primarily involves a CBT consisting of technical engineering questions (70%) and general aptitude/reasoning (30%). For Junior Field Engineers, selection depends entirely on CBT merit and document verification, while Field Engineers may require a group discussion or interview. This mock practice set focuses on the objective written test stage of the recruitment process.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

120 minutes

Passing Score

50% for General/OBC/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/PwBD in the CBT

Exam Fee

Rs. 300 + 18% GST (JFE) or Rs. 600 + 18% GST (FE); SC/ST/PwBD exempt. (Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited)

SJVN JFE & FE Exam Content Outline

23%

Civil Engineering Technical

Key topics from civil engineering: Building materials, concrete technology, structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, and RCC/steel design.

23%

Electrical Engineering Technical

Key topics from electrical engineering: Electrical machines, power systems, transmission/distribution, measurements, and basic electronics.

24%

Mechanical Engineering Technical

Key topics from mechanical engineering: Thermodynamics, fluid machinery, engineering mechanics, machine design, and production processes.

30%

General Aptitude & Reasoning

Quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, general English, general knowledge, and computer literacy.

How to Pass the SJVN JFE & FE Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 50% for General/OBC/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/PwBD in the CBT
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 120 minutes
Exam fee: Rs. 300 + 18% GST (JFE) or Rs. 600 + 18% GST (FE); SC/ST/PwBD exempt.

Keys to Passing

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SJVN JFE & FE Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus deeply on core technical subjects: technical questions comprise 70% of the actual exam weightage. Make sure your engineering fundamentals, formulas, and Indian standards/codes are clear.

2Practice general aptitude: The 30% aptitude portion includes logical reasoning, basic arithmetic, and general awareness. Practising these regularly will help secure high scores.

3Take advantage of no negative marking: Since there is no negative marking, manage your time well so that you can read and attempt all questions in the 120-minute limit.

4Revise basic computer skills and current affairs: General awareness sections often contain questions on computer literacy, hydropower projects in India (especially SJVN's own projects), and recent national news.

5Focus on formula-based numericals: Be prepared for simple technical calculations in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, electrical machines, and structural engineering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for SJVN JFE & FE?

The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) lasting 120 minutes (2 hours). The paper contains objective-type multiple choice questions. The typical pattern comprises Part-I (70 questions on the core engineering discipline) and Part-II (30 questions on general aptitude, reasoning, mathematics, English, and general knowledge).

Is there any negative marking in the SJVN JFE & FE exam?

No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the SJVN JFE & FE CBT. Candidates are awarded 1 mark for each correct answer, and 0 marks for wrong or unattempted questions.

What are the eligibility criteria for Junior Field Engineer vs. Field Engineer in SJVN?

For Junior Field Engineer (JFE), candidates must have a full-time Diploma in the relevant branch of engineering (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/CS-IT). For Field Engineer (FE), candidates must have a full-time B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering branch. The age limit for both posts is generally 18 to 30 years (with relaxations for reserved categories).

What is the application fee for the SJVN JFE and FE posts?

For General, OBC, and EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs. 300 + 18% GST (total Rs. 354) for Junior Field Engineer and Rs. 600 + 18% GST (total Rs. 708) for Field Engineer. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempt from paying the application fee.

What are the qualifying marks for the SJVN JFE/FE exam?

To qualify the Computer-Based Test, General, OBC, and EWS category candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks, whereas SC, ST, and PwBD candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks.

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