Reasoning:
• Analogies
• Similarities and Differences
• Space Visualization
• Problem-Solving
• Analysis and Judgment
• Decision Making
• Visual Memory
• Discrimination
• Observation
• Relationship Concepts
• Arithmetical Reasoning
• Verbal and Figure Classification
• Arithmetical Number Series
General Knowledge:
• Current Affairs
• History
• Geography
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Science and Technology
• Environmental Issues
• Economic Development
• Awards and Honors
• Prominent Personalities
• Arts and Culture
General English:
• Grammar
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Reading Comprehension
• Sentence Completion
• Cloze Test
• Fill in the Blanks
• Subject-Verb Agreement
• Idioms and Phrases
• One-Word Substitutio
Mechanical Engineering (100 Marks)
• Study 2 subjects per week + Solve 50-100 MCQs per subject
Make formula sheets for each topic & revise them daily
Solve previous year questions (PYQs)
• High-Weightage Topics (Focus More):
✔ Strength of Materials (SOM) – 10-15 Questions
✔ Fluid Mechanics – 8-12 Questions
✔ Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer – 10-15 Questions
✔ Theory of Machines & Design – 8-12 Questions
✔ Manufacturing Processes – 8-12 Questions
• Reasoning Ability (20 Marks)
• Solve daily reasoning puzzles (blood relations, seating arrangement, syllogisms).
Practice 20 questions daily from different topics.
• General Awareness (10 Marks)
• Read current affairs daily (National & International).
Study Indian Polity, Geography, Science & Tech.
Revise BHEL-related facts (latest news, projects, history, chairman, HQ, etc.)
• English Language (20 Marks)
• Daily 30 minutes practice (Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Synonyms,
Antonyms).
Attempt 10-15 questions daily on grammar-based topics.
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering–Syllabus
Topic 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction to Thermodynamics, Heat transfer & Thermal Power Plant, Steam Turbines, Materials
and
Manufacturing Processes, Machine Tools and Machining Processes, Process Planning and Process
Engineering, Production Forecasting, Break-Even Analysis, Assembly Line Balancing, Material
Management
Topic 2: MATERIAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Crystal structures and Bonds, Phase diagrams, Ferrous metals and its Alloys, Non-ferrous metals and
its
Alloys, Failure analysis & Testing of Materials, Corrosion & Surface Engineering
Topic 3: FLUID MECHANICS & HYDRAULIC MACHINERY
Properties of fluid, Fluid Flow, Impact of jets, Hydraulic Turbines, Centrifugal Pumps.
Topic 4: MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
Cutting Fluids & Lubricants, Broaching Machines, Welding, Gear Making, Grinding and finishing
processes.
Topic 5: THERMAL ENGINEERING
Sources of Energy, Internal Combustion Engines, : I.C. Engine Systems, Performance of I.C. Engines,
Air
Compressors, Gas Turbines, Properties of Steam, Steam Generators, Steam Nozzles, Steam Turbines
Topic 6: MEASUREMENTS & METROLOGY
Introduction to measurements, Transducers and Strain gauges, Applied mechanical measurement,
Limits,
Fits & Tolerances, Gear Measurement and Testing, Machine tool testing
Topic 7: STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
Simple Stresses and Strains, Shear Force & Bending Moment Diagrams, Theory of Simple Bending
and
Deflection of Beams, Torsion in Shafts and Springs, Thin Cylindrical Shells
Topic 8: ADVANCED MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
Jigs & Fixtures, Jig Boring, Modern Machining Processes, CNC Milling Machines, Special Purpose
Machines
Topic 9: THEORY OF MACHINES & MECHANISMS
Cutting Fluids & Lubricants, Broaching Machines, Welding, Gear Making, Grinding and finishing
processes.
cam and followera
power transmission
flywheel and governoer
brakes, dynamometers, clutches and bearing
balancing and vibrations
Topic 10: Design of Machine Elements
Introduction to Design, Design of simple machine parts, Design of Shafts, Keys, Couplings and Spur
Gears,
Design of Power Screws, Design of springs, Design of Fasteners
Topic 11: TOOL ENGINEERING
Metal Cutting, Machinability, Types of dies and construction, Die Design Fundamentals, Forming Dies,
Pressure Die casting dies; metal extrusion dies; injection molding dies; forging dies; plastic extrusion
dies
Topic 12: COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING/ CAD/ CAM
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided
Manufacturing
(CAM), Flexible manufacturing system (FMS), Computer aided production scheduling; computer
aided
inspection planning; computer aided inventory planning, Fundamentals of CAD/CAM, Surface
Modeling, NC
Control Production Systems.
Topic 13: INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION/ MECHATRONICS
Fundamentals of Robotics, Robotic Drive System and Controller, Sensors, Robot kinematics and Robot
Programming, Automation. Introduction to Mechatronics.
Topic 14: HEAT TRANSFER/ REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING
Conduction, Fins, Convection, Radiation, Heat exchangers, Introduction to Refrigeration,
Refrigeration
systems, Refrigeration Equipments, Refrigerants and lubricants, Refrigerant flow controls, Air
conditioning
Topic 15: POWER PLANT ENGINEERING
Introduction to Power plant, Economics of power plant, Hydro power plant, Diesel and Gas turbine
plant,
Environmental impact of Power plant, Nuclear power plant, Material Handling System, Hoisting
Machinery &
Equipments, Conveying Machinery
