APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner Exam Pattern and Syllabus

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The curriculum and syllabus for hiring assistant chemical examiners under the A.P. Prohibition and Excise Subordinate Service (APPSC)

C.No. 1659/SS/2007

SCHEME OF EXAMINATION

The examination for the post of Assistant Chemical Examiner consists of two parts:

PART-A: Written (Competitive) Examination (Objective Type)

  • Paper-I: General Studies
    • Marks: 150
    • Questions: 150
    • Duration: 150 Minutes
  • Paper-II: Concerned Subject (Chemistry or Pharmacy)
    • Marks: 150
    • Questions: 150
    • Duration: 150 Minutes

PART-B: Interview (Oral Test)

  • Marks: 30

Subject Code and Name of the Subject:

  • 01: Chemistry
  • 02: Pharmacy

SYLLABUS

GENERAL STUDIES

  1. General Science:
    • General appreciation and understanding of science, including everyday observations.
    • Basic understanding of scientific principles.
  2. Current Events of National and International Importance:
    • Knowledge of significant national and international events.
  3. History of India and Indian National Movement:
    • Broad understanding of the social, economic, and political aspects of India’s history.
    • The Indian National Movement, nationalism, and the attainment of independence.
  4. India and World Geography:
    • Physical, social, and economic geography of India.
    • Indian agricultural and natural resources.
  5. General Mental Ability:
    • Reasoning and analytical abilities.

CHEMISTRY

SECTION-A: Inorganic Chemistry

  1. Atomic Structure:
    • Schrodinger wave equation, significance of quantum numbers, atomic orbitals, electronic configurations.
  2. Chemical Periodicity:
    • Periodic classification of elements, periodic trends.
  3. Chemical Bonding:
    • Types of bonds, overlap of orbitals, hybridization, VSEPR theory.
  4. Oxidation States and Oxidation Numbers:
    • Redox reactions, ionic equations, balancing of oxidation and reduction reactions.
  5. Acids and Bases:
    • Bronsted and Lewis theories, HSAB principle, relative strengths.
  6. Chemistry of Elements:
    • Hydrogen, s and p block elements, d block elements, lanthanides, extraction of metals.
  7. Nuclear Chemistry:
    • Nuclear reactions, fission and fusion, applications of radioisotopes.
  8. Coordination Compounds:
    • Nomenclature, isomerism, and theories of coordination compounds.
  9. Pollution and its Control:
    • Air, water, and radioactive pollution, control mechanisms.

SECTION-B: Organic Chemistry

  1. Bonding and Shapes of Organic Molecules:
    • Electronegativity, electron displacement, bond polarity, reaction intermediates.
  2. Chemistry of Aliphatic Compounds:
    • Nomenclature, reactions, and synthesis of alkanes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, and more.
  3. Stereochemistry:
    • Chiral and achiral compounds, optical isomerism, Fischer projection, racemization.
  4. Organometallic Compounds:
    • Grignard reagents, alkyl lithium compounds.
  5. Active Methylene Compounds:
    • Diethyl malonate, ethyl acetoacetate, applications in synthesis.
  6. Chemistry of Aromatic Compounds:
    • Aromaticity, electrophilic substitution, Friedel-Crafts reactions, benzyne mechanism.
  7. Chemistry of Biomolecules:
    • Carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, oils, fats, soaps, and detergents.
  8. Spectroscopy:
    • UV, visible, IR, and NMR spectroscopy for organic molecules.

SECTION-C: Physical Chemistry

  1. Gaseous State:
    • Real gases, deviations from ideal gas laws, molecular speed, collisions.
  2. Thermodynamics:
    • First and second laws, entropy, free energy, phase rule, and its applications.
  3. Solutions and Colligative Properties:
    • Solubility, Raoult’s law, molecular weight determination.
  4. Electrochemistry:
    • Ionic equilibria, Nernst equation, galvanic cells, and Faraday’s laws.
  5. Chemical Kinetics:
    • Rate of reaction, reaction order, temperature dependence of rate constant.
  6. Photochemistry and Catalysis:
    • Quantum yield, photochemical reactions, homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis.
  7. Colloids:
    • Properties of colloids, emulsions, gels, and micelles.

PHARMACY

  1. History of Pharmacy:
    • Code of ethics, principles of dispensing mixtures, emulsions, and suppositories.
  2. Pharmacy Act and Drug Regulations:
    • Drugs and Cosmetics Act, amendments, and price control orders.
  3. Methods of Sterilization:
    • Sterility testing, vaccine preparation, Penicillin and Streptomycin manufacturing.
  4. Pharmacognosy:
    • Crude drugs evaluation, pharmacognosy of various medicinal plants.
  5. Principles of Instrumentation:
    • Colorimetry, fluorimetry, gas chromatography, HPLC.
  6. Rheology and Colloidal Systems:
    • Newtonian and Non-Newtonian rheology, emulsions, and suspensions.
  7. Drug Formulation and Quality Control:
    • Tablets, capsules, injections, creams, and ointments.
  8. Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR):
    • Synthesis and use of sedatives, analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and more.
  9. Pharmacology:
    • Pharmacology of anesthetics, hormones, antihistamines, and cardiovascular agents.
  10. Pharmacokinetics and Drug Interactions:
  • Absorption, metabolism, drug interactions, and teratogenicity.

Note:

  • The syllabus is designed to assess candidates on both general knowledge and specialized subjects (Chemistry or Pharmacy).
  • For detailed preparation, candidates should focus on the topics as mentioned under each section, particularly those relating to both theoretical knowledge and practical applications.

FAQs:

  1. What is the exam pattern for the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner recruitment?
    • The APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner recruitment consists of two parts:
      • Part-A: Written Examination (Objective Type) with Paper-I on General Studies and Paper-II on the concerned subject (Chemistry or Pharmacy).
      • Part-B: Interview (Oral Test).
  2. What subjects are included in the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner syllabus?
    • The syllabus includes:
      • General Studies: General Science, Current Events, History of India, Geography, and Mental Ability.
      • Chemistry or Pharmacy: Depending on the chosen subject, the syllabus covers Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Pharmacology, and more.
  3. How many marks are allotted for each paper in the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner exam?
    • Paper-I (General Studies): 150 Marks
    • Paper-II (Chemistry/Pharmacy): 150 Marks
    • Interview: 30 Marks
  4. Can I choose between Chemistry and Pharmacy for Paper-II in the APPSC exam?
    • Yes, candidates can choose either Chemistry or Pharmacy as the concerned subject for Paper-II.
  5. What are the key topics for the Chemistry syllabus?
    • Key topics include Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Acids and Bases, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry, Spectroscopy, and more.
  6. What is the duration of the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner exam?
    • The duration for each paper (General Studies and the concerned subject) is 150 minutes.
  7. How can I prepare for the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner interview?
    • The interview assesses your knowledge of the concerned subject and general awareness. Candidates should review key topics and current events, along with brushing up on subject-specific knowledge.
  8. Is there any negative marking in the APPSC Assistant Chemical Examiner exam?
    • The exam is typically objective-type, but you should check the official APPSC guidelines for specific details regarding negative marking.

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