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The Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited has officially announced the Mahavitaran Vidyut Sahayak Syllabus and Exam Structure. Prospective candidates who wish to participate in the recruitment process for the post of Mahadiscom Electrical Assistant (also known as Vidyut Sahayak) are strongly advised to have a look at the detailed exam structure and exam topics to ensure thorough preparation. This information, which is crucial in guiding candidates through their study plans, includes a breakdown of the exam topics and is available for further reference.

For those aspiring to the Electrical Assistant position, which requires knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, it is essential to focus on topics related to specialized knowledge. The selection process includes an initial objective written examination followed by a verification of documents. The written examination is divided into two main sections: one covers specialized topics in the field of electrical engineering and the other tests general aptitude skills. Full details of the MAHATRANSCO Vidyut Sahayak Exam Pattern are available here to help aspirants in getting entry into Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited.

Overview of Mahatransco Vidyut Sahayak curriculum

Mahadiscom exam pattern for electrical assistants

The selection process of MAHATRANSCO Vidyut Sahayak consists of a single recruitment test. The selection of successful candidates for the post of Electrical Assistant in MAHATRANSCO depends entirely on their performance in this written test. Interested persons are advised to check the exam details including information regarding distribution of marks across different sections, marking system and nature of questions. The exam duration is 120 minutes and carries a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Mahavitaran Vidyut Sahayak Syllabus

• Electrical engineering: The syllabus for MAHADISCOM Vidyut Sahayak exam in 2024 includes various specialized and comprehensive topics. For those specializing in Electrical Engineering, topics like circuit theory, protective devices in switchgear, parameters affecting high voltage/low voltage lines, techniques to mitigate low voltage problems, alternative energy sources (including wind, solar and biomass) and insights into India’s current energy situation form a crucial part of the syllabus. Students will also study line fault power analysis, electrical power measurement, control systems, aspects of power plant operation, role of capacitors and reactive power devices, optimization of distribution networks, transformer and meter analysis, instrumentation, structure of power systems, electronic principles, electrical machines and power electronics applications.
• Marathi language: This section tests understanding and mastery of various grammatical structures, vocabulary including synonyms and terminology, and understanding of paragraphs and sentence structures. The section also extends to proverbs and key terms that are important in the language.
• Quantitative suitability: The assessment covers a broad range of mathematical skills and problem-solving competencies including, but not limited to, arithmetic problems, geometric and measurement problems, algebraic operations, basic statistical evaluations and logical questions based on number patterns and sequences. Concepts such as age problems, distance/speed calculations, financial estimations in terms of profit, loss, partnerships, interest calculations, mixtures and time management in work scenarios are highlighted to provide a holistic assessment of the candidate’s numerical competence.
• argumentation: This section assesses cognitive and logical reasoning skills through various puzzles, series, symbolic operations, visual reasoning tasks, analogical reasoning and non-verbal reasoning problems. It also includes assessment of verbal reasoning skills through syllogisms, statement analysis, coding-decoding tasks, arrangement problems and data sufficiency questions to measure candidates’ strengths in analytical and deductive reasoning.