Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which condition would require applying the mid-section formula instead of the center line method?
A)
Simple rectangular buildings
B)
Curved or irregular trenches
C)
Flat RCC roof
D)
Wall painting work
Option C is correct: Flat RCC roof.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
A treated water sample still shows high turbidity after filtration. What should be the first action?
A)
Add more chlorine
B)
Reduce pH
C)
Increase aeration
D)
Check filter media condition and backwash cycle
Option D is correct: Check filter media condition and backwash cycle.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
What is the purpose of earnest money deposit (EMD)?
A)
To start work early by contractor
B)
To ensure seriousness of bid submitted by contractor
C)
To pay laborers by contractor
D)
To fund procurement by contractor
Option B is correct: To ensure seriousness of bid submitted by contractor.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
A traffic signal leads to frequent congestion. What should be evaluated first?
A)
Color brightness
B)
Age of signal
C)
Location of pole
D)
Signal timing and traffic volume pattern
Option D is correct: Signal timing and traffic volume pattern.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which pavement defect is most likely caused by repeated heavy loading?
A)
Bleeding
B)
Rutting
C)
Stripping
D)
Cracking
Option B is correct: Rutting.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
The term ‘hardness’ in water refers to presence of:
A)
Suspended solids
B)
Calcium and magnesium salts
C)
Iron
D)
Algae
Option B is correct: Calcium and magnesium salts.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which of these represents depreciation due to functional inadequacy?
A)
Wear and tear
B)
Obsolescence
C)
Moisture loss
D)
Natural disaster
Option B is correct: Obsolescence.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which structure needs cost estimation of both excavation and lining?
A)
Overhead tank
B)
Boundary wall
C)
Tube well
D)
Steel truss
Option C is correct: Tube well.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
A bill shows excess quantity of concrete used than estimated. What should be checked first?
A)
Total bar length
B)
Cement cost
C)
Site measurements and deviations approved
D)
Bill format
Option C is correct: Site measurements and deviations approved.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Running account bill is prepared:
A)
Once after completion
B)
Only for material
C)
At sanction stage
D)
Periodically based on work done
Option D is correct: Periodically based on work done.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which formula gives more accurate area under irregular curves?
A)
Mid-section formula
B)
Trapezoidal formula
C)
Simpson’s rule
D)
Centre line method
Option C is correct: Simpson’s rule.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Theodolite is primarily used to measure:
A)
Horizontal and vertical angles
B)
Vertical distance
C)
Height difference
D)
Compass bearing
Option A is correct: Horizontal and vertical angles.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which document forms the basis for inviting tenders?
A)
Rate analysis sheet
B)
Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
C)
Measurement Book
D)
Valuation report
Option B is correct: Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Traffic volume count is generally conducted for:
A)
20 minutes
B)
4 hours
C)
24 hours
D)
7 days
Option C is correct: 24 hours.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which type of joint is NOT commonly used in steel structures?
A)
Welded joint
B)
Mortar joint
C)
Bolted joint
D)
Riveted joint
Option B is correct: Mortar joint.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
The unit of moment of inertia in steel design is:
A)
N/m
B)
KN
C)
kg/m²
D)
mm⁴ or m⁴
Option D is correct: mm⁴ or m⁴.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
In steel design, the term ‘buckling’ refers to:
A)
Twisting of beams
B)
Sudden lateral deflection due to axial compression
C)
Shear stress
D)
Load distribution
Option B is correct: Sudden lateral deflection due to axial compression.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
The value of CBR is mainly used to design:
A)
Rigid pavement
B)
Flexible pavement
C)
Bridges
D)
Shoulders
Option B is correct: Flexible pavement.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
In analysis of rates, contractor’s profit is usually considered as:
A)
2%
B)
25%
C)
10 to 15%
D)
5%
Option C is correct: 10 to 15%.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which is a disadvantage of steel tanks over RCC tanks?
A)
Easy fabrication
B)
Prone to corrosion
C)
High ductility
D)
Light weight
Option B is correct: Prone to corrosion.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
In prismatic compass, bearings are measured in:
A)
WCB and QB
B)
Northing
C)
Azimuth
D)
Whole circle bearing
Option A is correct: WCB and QB.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
The purpose of providing camber in road pavement is to:
A)
Reduce noise
B)
Control traffic flow
C)
Increase surface friction
D)
Facilitate drainage
Option D is correct: Facilitate drainage.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which of these is a direct cost component in rate analysis?
A)
Overheads
B)
Labour and materials
C)
Profit
D)
Contingency
Option B is correct: Labour and materials.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
An estimate for a public building was underquoted by 15%. During execution, rates increased sharply. What action is most appropriate?
A)
Revise the estimate with current cost index and seek approval
B)
Issue a new tender
C)
Cancel the project
D)
Request contractor to continue at old rates
Option A is correct: Revise the estimate with current cost index and seek approval.
Junior Engineer • 2025 • Paper-IV (Technical Subject)
Which equipment is used to test aggregate abrasion value?
A)
Impact testing machine
B)
Los Angeles abrasion machine
C)
Ductility machine
D)
CBR testing device
Option B is correct: Los Angeles abrasion machine.
