Kerala PSC AMVI Syllabus PDF 2026

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The Kerala AMVI syllabus PDF 2026 mainly includes automobile engineering, motor vehicle rules, traffic regulations, mechanical engineering basics and general knowledge related to vehicle inspection. 

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DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTOR 

MOTOR VEHICLES DEPARTMENT 

UNIT 1 : FLUID MECHANICS AND HYDRAULIC MACHINES - 10 MARKS

Properties of Fluid - Density - specific weight - specific volume - specific gravity - viscosity - kinematic viscosity - Newton’s law of viscosity - compressibility - surface tension - capillarity - Fluid pressure and its measurement - pressure and pressure head - absolute pressure, gauge pressure, atmosphere pressure, vacuum pressure, pressure measuring instruments and its principles- piezometer tube, pressure gauge manometer, 'U' tube manometer, differential manometer-Pascal’s Law - Types of fluids-Ideal- Real Newtonian and non-Newtonian 

Orifice, Notches and Venture meter-types of fluid flow-steady flow, unsteady flow, uniform flow, non uniform flow, laminar flow, turbulent flow- continuity equation-head losses, major losses, minor losses, loss of head due to friction- Darcy's and Chezy's formula- properties of hydraulic oils such as viscosity index- Oxidation stability- Demulsibility- Lubricity- Rust prevention- Pour point- Flash and fire point Neutralisation number. 

Hydraulic Machines- Different types of pumps, centrifugal pump, Reciprocating pump, -slip – efficiency – discharge- specific speed – turbines- reaction and impulse turbines –working principle and comparison  

UNIT 2 : THERMAL ENGINEERING - 10 MARKS  

Laws of thermodynamics- Zeroth law, First law, Second law- Thermodynamic process- Isothermal  process, isentropic process - work done equations and PV diagrams -Air cycles- assumptions- Carnot  cycle-Otto cycle- Diesel cycle-Joule cycle- Dual combustion cycle. 

Petrol & diesel engines (both 2 Stroke & 4 Stroke) – Working - P-V diagrams - Valve timing diagrams 

I.C.Engines - Performance - testing- Indicated power- Brake Power- Frictional Power- -Mechanical Efficiency- Indicated Thermal efficiency- Brake Thermal efficiency- Relative efficiency-Total fuel consumption - Specific Fuel Consumption-Morse test for Determination of I.P. of multi-cylinder engine Heat balance sheet 

Compressors- working of compressors, use of compressors, different types of compressors, single stage compressor, multi stage compressor, single action and double action compressors, work done and efficiency 

Heat Transfer- conduction, convection and radiation-Fourier's law of thermal conduction.-Thermal conductivity 

UNIT 3 : STRENGTH OF MATERIALS - 10 MARKS 

Types of stresses and strains - tensile and compressive – longitudinal stress and lateral strain -Poisson's ratio-Stress strain diagram - behaviour of mild steel & brittle material under tension -limit of proportionality - elastic limit - yield point - ultimate stress - working stress - factor of safety - Hooks law –principle of super position- stresses in varying section -stresses in composite section - Shear stress and shear strain - volumetric strain- Young’s Modulus - Bulk Modulus and Modulus of Rigidity- relations Thermal stress and strain-Nature and magnitude of stresses due to change in temperature-temperature stress on composite bar 

Friction – types of friction – laws of friction –centre of gravity- moment of inertia- Shear force and bending moment- Types of beams and its loading conditions- shear force and bending moment diagrams and equations in different types of beams and different types of loads- point load, uniform distributed load- cantilever beam- simply supported beam. 

Rivets and bolts – types of rivets- Types of riveted joints- lap joint - single riveted- double riveted - butt joint - failure of riveted joints - failure of plates - strength of rivet- strength of plate and strength of riveted joint - efficiency of a riveted joint -Types of bolts- Types of springs – spring index- deflection and stiffness of springs  

Welded joints - types of fillet and butt welds - welding terms-strength of welded joints  

UNIT 4 :  MACHINE ELEMENTS, MATERIALS AND BOILERS - 10 MARKS

Bearings –functions- types of bearings - Radial bearings - thrust bearings - sliding contact bearings – rolling contact bearing –journal bearing - bearing characteristic number- heat generated  

Functions of governor - types of governors –terms –height, equilibrium speed, mean equilibrium speed, maximum & minimum equilibrium speed, sleeve fit, sensitiveness, stability and hunting of governors Flywheels- Functions-comparison with governors – fluctuation of speed, fluctuation of energy, coefficient of fluctuation of speed-coefficient of fluctuation of energy-Energy stored in flywheels 

Gears – types of gears – spur gear nomenclature- gear drive- velocity ratio- types of gear train  Boilers –types – boiler accessories- boiler mountings – steam engine – parts- working  

Materials – cast iron – types – application-steel- types of steel – composition and classification – heat treatment - purpose - methods –alloy steels- types and application – non-ferrous metals and alloys – applications 

MODULE 5  

CONSTRUCTIONAL FEATURES OF ENGINE AND RELATED SYSTEMS  

10 MARKS 

Constructional details of IC Engines- Cylinder block - Single cylinder and multi cylinder, materials, cylinder liners-Cylinder head - Materials, cylinder head gasket-Pistons -Type of pistons, Piston rings - Materials, Types of rings - compression ring, oil ring- Connecting rod - Function, materials used, big end and small end bearings-Crank shaft - different shapes. Types of valves- sodium vapour cooled valves. Valve operating mechanisms - side cam shaft and overhead cam shaft, Inlet and exhaust valve materials Cam shaft - functions and drives  

Fuel System- Different fuel feed systems-A.C. mechanical pump, S U Electrical pump , petrol filters and air Cleaners- Carburettors- Simple carburettors - parts, principle of working- compensation, mixture strength requirement- modern carburettors, float system, idle and slow speed system, high speed system, Acceleration pump and choke system- Inlet Manifolds-types-variable intake system- VVT (Variable valve timing )-Continuously variable valve timing(CVVT)- Exhaust manifolds-construction-catalytic converter-working-muffler- types- Various components in Diesel fuel system - Distributor type pump, rotary type pumps, Fuel feed pump and hand priming, diesel fuel filters- Fuel injector-types – Turbo charger – types – working –Turbo lag 

Lubrication and Cooling System- Types of engine lubrication- wet and dry sump lubrication, splash and pressure feed systems- Oil pumps, pressure relief valve, oil pressure indicator, Oil coolers, Oil filters, oil seals, Crank case ventilation, Air and water cooling, Thermo-syphon and Pump circulation system, Thermostat- Radiator -types, pressure cap, types of coolant, pump, antifreeze solution - cooling fan - types. 

MODULE 6 : CHASSIS - 10 MARKS 

Chassis and frame- Chassis Constructional details, Types of frame- Frame sections, bumpers, sub frames. Materials used-Front Axle- - Types - dead & live axle, Construction - material - cross section, Stub axle - different arrangements  

Suspension System - Types of front suspension for two, three & four wheeler - Rear Suspension system. Introduction to springs and shock-absorbing devices - Types, leaf, coil springs & their arrangements, Helper spring, spring shackle, shackle pin- Telescopic type Shock absorber. Steering System- Principles of steering, Ackerman , Davis fifth wheel- Steering gear box - types, Worm & roller, worm & sector, Re circulating ball, Rack & pinion- Steering linkages - arrangement - components.-Power steering - integral - linkage type, Collapsible type steering column-Factors affecting wheel alignment.  

Brake System - Types of brakes : mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo brake, Air brake. Drum and disc brake system, Internal expanding and externally contracting - Master cylinder, types ,working principle Wheel cylinder, brake bleeding, brake shoe - Air brake- working- Servo brake - types - Working principle disc brake - working. 

MODULE - 7 

 TRANSMISSION SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 

10 MARKS

Transmission system -Principle of friction clutches-Constructional features and working of-Single plate dry clutch, Diaphragm clutch, Cone clutch, Centrifugal clutch, Semi centrifugal clutch, Vacuum clutch, Hydraulic clutch, Electromagnetic clutch, Multi plate clutch (dry & wet)-Fluid fly wheel, Clutch disc, Pressure plate.  

Constructional features & working of - Sliding mesh gearbox, Constant mesh gearbox, Synchro mesh gearbox, Progressive type gearbox, Epicyclic gearbox, Torque converter, Gear selector and shifting mechanism- 2 Wheeler transmissions-Gear drive-Chain drive, CVT & Automatic transmission.  

Propeller shaft and universal joint, Torque tube drive, Hotchkiss drive, Constant velocity joints, Front wheel drive, Differential mechanism, Rear Axles-types  

Wheels - spoked wheel, disc wheel, and alloy cast wheel, composite wheel, Tyre construction (cross sectional details),Tubeless tyre, Tyre Thread patterns, Inflation pressure and its effects, Factors affecting tyre performance.  

Electrical System- Constructional details of automobile dynamo- Constructional details of alternator, Charging System - necessity, Types of Regulators.  

Starter switch, Starter motor - constructional features, Starter Motor Drives-Necessity, Types of starter motor drives, mechanisms of - Bendix drive (inboard & Outboard), Over running Clutch, Axial starter (sliding armature), Pre engaged type.  

Types of ignition system, coil ignition, Components-Ignition coil, Contact breaker points, Cam angle, Condenser, Distributor, Spark plug - types, Spark advance & retard mechanism (centrifugal & vacuum), Magneto ignition system - Low tension & high tension, Rotating armature & rotating magnet type. Ignition system, Electronic ignition systems, Transistorized ignition, Computer controlled ignition, Distributor less ignition system. 

UNIT 8 

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT & MODERN TECHNOLOGIES IN AUTOMOBILES 

10 MARKS 

Transportation Management- Features of M.V. Act - definition of terms -test for drivers and conductors - registration of vehicles -duties of drivers and conductors - traffic signs -M.T.0 and functional wings - organization chart. Road geometry - width of high way -gradient - cross section of road - super elevation and sight distance - road intersection. Insurance surveying - companies - classification of policies- factors involved in assessing 

Fuel injection systems -Fuel injection systems in petrol and diesel engines- E.F.I-types, MPFI, Gasoline direct injection system, Throttle Body Injection, Sensors-types and construction, actuators, Common Rail Diesel Fuel System, ECM, electronic fuel injectors 

Automobile pollution-sources of pollution, methods to control petrol engine and diesel engine emissions, Reduction of compression ratio, blow by control system, PCV system, After burner, catalytic converter,

control of oxides of nitrogen, EGR, Evaporative emission control system-Charcoal canister, Diesel smoke and its control, emission norms 

Vehicle accessories-cruise control- electric seat and mirror- intelligent wind screen wiper- automatic climatic control- adaptive noise control system- Parking distance control, Restraint systems-Seat belt -Air bag, electronic stability control- ABS-key less entry & Vehicle immobilizer- automatic traction control system - GPS  

Hybrid and electric vehicles- social and environmental importance –benefits & challenges-policies related to electric and hybrid vehicles - Features of Electric Vehicle-Electric vehicle drive- components-Hybrid electric vehicle-components  

2. TOPIC BASED ON DRIVING LICENCE - 10 MARKS

A. Motor Vehicles (DRIVING) Regulations, 2017 (5 Marks)  

B. Chapter 2 Of The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (LICENSING Of Drivers  Of Motor Vehicles) (5 Marks)   

3. JOB RELATED TOPICS - 10 MARKS

A. THE MOTOR VEHICLES ACT, 1988 (7 Marks) 

Chapter 1 - Preliminary

• Section 2 (1). Adapted vehicle 
• Section 2(1 A). Aggregator 
• Section 2 (2). Articulated vehicle 
• Section 2 (15). Gross vehicle weight 
• Section 2 (16). Heavy goods vehicle 
• Section 2 (17). Heavy passenger motor vehicle 
• Section 2 (21). Light motor vehicle 
• Section 2 (22). Maxi-cab 
• Section 2 (23). Medium goods vehicle 
• Section 2 (24). Medium passenger motor vehicle 
• Section 2 (25). Motor Cab 
• Section 2 (26). Motor Car 
• Section 2 (29). Omnibus 
• Section 2 (33). Private service vehicle 
• Section 2 (35).Public service vehicle 
• Section 2 (47). Transport vehicle 
• Section 2 (48). Unladen weight 

Chapter 4 - Registration of Motor Vehicles

• Section 39. Necessity for registration. 
• Section 44. Production of vehicle at the time of registration. 
• Section 46. Effectiveness in India of registration. 
• Section 52. Alteration in motor vehicle. 
• Section 53. Suspension of registration. 
• Section 55. Cancellation of registration. 
• Section 56. Certificate of fitness of transport vehicles. 

 CHAPTER 5 : Control Of Transport Vehicles

• Section 66. Necessity of permits

CHAPTER 6 : Special Provisions Relating To State Transport  Undertakings

• Section 99. Preparation and publication of proposal regarding road  transport  Service of a State transport undertaking. 

CHAPTER 7 : Construction , Equipment and Maintenance of  Motor Vehicles

• Section 109. General provision regarding construction and maintenance of vehicles. 
• Section 110 A. Recall of Motor Vehicles. 
• Section 110 B. Type-approval certificate and testing agencies. 

CHAPTER 8 : Control of Traffic

• Section 112. Limits of speed. 
• Section113. Limits of weight and limitations on use. 
• Section114. Power to have vehicle weighed. 
• Section120. Vehicles with left hand control. 
• Section122. Leaving vehicle in dangerous position. 
• Section123. Riding on running board, etc. 
• Section125. Obstruction of driver. 
• Section126. Stationary vehicles. 
• Section127. Removal of motor vehicles abandoned or left unattended on a  public place. 
• Section128. Safety measures for drivers and pillion riders. 
• Section129. Wearing of protective headgear. 
• Section131. Duty of the driver to take certain precautions at unguarded  railway level crossing. 
• Section132. Duty of driver to stop in certain cases. 
• Section133. Duty of owner of motor vehicle to give information. 
• Section134. Duty of driver in case of accident and injury to a person. 
• Section134 A. Protection of good Samaritans. 
• Section136. Inspection of vehicles involved in accident. 
• Section136 A. Electronic monitoring and enforcement of road safety.

Chapter 11 : Insurance of Motor Vehicles Against Third  Party Risks

• Section146. Necessity for insurance against third party risk. 

Chapter 13 : Offences, Penalities & Procedures

• Section177. General provision for punishment of offences. 
• Section177A. Penalty for contravention of regulations under section  118. 
• Section178. Penalty for travelling without pass or ticket and for  dereliction of duty on the part of conductor and refusal to ply contract carriage, etc. 
• Section179. Disobedience of orders, obstruction and refusal of information. 
• Section180. Allowing unauthorised persons to drive vehicles. 
• Section181. Driving vehicles in contravention of section 3 or section 4. 
• Section182. Offences relating to licences. 
• Section182 A. Punishment for offences relating to construction, maintenance, sale and alteration of motor vehicles and components. Section182B. Punishment for contravention of section 62A. 
• Section183. Driving at excessive speed, etc. 
• Section184. Driving dangerously. 
• Section185. Driving by a drunken person or by a person under the  influence of drugs. 
• Section186. Driving when mentally or physically unfit to drive. 
• Section187. Punishment for offences relating to accident. 
• Section188. Punishment for abetment of certain offences. 
• Section189. Racing and trials of speed. 
• Section190. Using vehicle in unsafe condition. 
• Section192. Using vehicle without registration.
• Section192 A. Using vehicle without permit. 
• Section193. Punishment of agents and canvassers without proper  authority. 
• Section194. Driving vehicle exceeding permissible weight. 
• Section194A. Carriage of excess passengers. 
• Section194B. Use of safety belts and the seating of children. 
• Section194C. Penalty for violation of safety measures for motor cycle drivers and pillion riders. 
• Section194D. Penalty for not wearing protective headgear. 
• Section194E. Failure to allow free passage to emergency vehicles. 
• Section194 F. Use of horns and silence zones. 
• Section196. Driving uninsured vehicle. 
• Section197. Taking vehicle without authority. 
• Section198. Unauthorised interference with vehicle. 
• Section198 A. Failure to comply with standards for road design, construction and maintenance. 
• Section199 A. Offences by juveniles. 
• Section200. Composition of certain offences. 
• Section202. Power to arrest without warrant. 
• Section206. Power of police officer to impound document. 
• Section207. Power to detain vehicles used without certificate of  registration permit, etc. 
• Section208. Summary disposal of cases. 

Chapter 14: Offences, Penalties & Procedure 

• Section 213. Appointment of motor vehicles officers. 

B.  KERALA MOTOR VEHICLES TAXATION ACT,1976 (03 Marks) 

• Section 2 (e). Purchase value. 
• Section3. Levy of tax. 
• Section 3A. Levy of Green Tax. 
• Section 4. Payment of tax and issue of licence. 
• Section 5. Exemption from tax. 
• Section 6. Refund of tax. 
• Section 7. Payment of additional tax. 
• Section 10. Power of Officers of Police or Motor Vehicles Department to stop Motor Vehicles. 
• Section 11. Power to seize, detain and sell motor vehicles. 
• Section 12.Additional tax payable when tax is not paid. 
• Section 13. Amounts recoverable as arrears of land revenue. 
• Section 26. Escaped assessment. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Kerala PSC AMVI?
The Kerala PSC AMVI (Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector) is a government post under the Motor Vehicles Department recruited through the Kerala Public Service Commission.

2. What is the qualification required for Kerala PSC AMVI?
Candidates must have a Diploma in Automobile Engineering or Mechanical Engineering along with a valid driving licence as specified in the official notification.

3. What is the Kerala PSC AMVI syllabus?

The Kerala PSC AMVI syllabus mainly includes Automobile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering basics, Motor Vehicle Act & Rules, Traffic regulations, General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

4. How can I download the Kerala PSC AMVI syllabus PDF?
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5. Is there negative marking in the Kerala PSC AMVI exam?
Yes, the Kerala PSC AMVI exam usually follows the PSC objective exam pattern where negative marking may be applicable for wrong answers.

6. When is the next Kerala PSC AMVI notification expected?
The next Kerala PSC AMVI notification is expected to be released in April 2026, providing an opportunity for engineering diploma holders to apply for this government job.