City and Industrial Development

Corporation of Maharashtra Limited

INFORMATION HANDOUT FOR ONLINE EXAMINATION

RECRUITMENT OF ACCOUNTS CLERK
This handout contains details pertaining to various aspects of the online exam you are going to undertake and
important instructions about related matters. You are advised to study the handout carefully as it will help you in
preparing for the examination.
The online examination will comprise the following objective type multiple choice tests as stated below:
Structure of the test

Sr. Number of Maximum

Name of the test Medium Duration
No. Questions Marks
1 Test of Marathi Language 50 25 Marathi
2 Test of English Language 50 25 English
120 Minutes
3 Reasoning 50 50 English and Marathi
4 Professional Knowledge 50 100 English and Marathi
Total 200 200 120 Minutes

The time for the test is 120 minutes; however you may have to be at the venue for approximately 180 minutes
including the time required for logging in, collection of the call letters, going through the instructions etc. All the tests
except test of Marathi Language & English Language will be in bilingual i.e. English and Marathi. You can attempt any
question within the 120 minutes. All the questions will have multiple choices. Out of the five answers to a question only
one will be the correct answer. You have to select the most appropriate answer and the ‘mouse click’ that
alternative which you feel is appropriate /correct. The alternative / option that you have clicked on will be
treated as your answer to that question. There will be no penalty for wrong answers marked by you. However,
you are advised not to mark answers by random guessing.

Minimum Cut-off marks will be 90 Marks.

Please note that the types of questions in this handout are only illustrative and not exhaustive. In the actual
examination you will find questions of a higher difficulty level on some or all of these types and also
questions on the types not mentioned here.
Some sample questions are given below.
SAMPLE QUESTIONS

MARATHI

.1-2. पु ढ ल येक नात वा याचे चार भाग पाडले आहेत. याकरणा या, वा य रचने या कवा भाषे या ट ने वा य सदोष अस यास,
कोण या भागात दोष आहे ते ठरवून या भागाचा मांक उ र हणू न या. वा य नद ष / बनचूक अस यास उ र “(5)” या.

.1. इं लंडमधून ज मले या / कु सु मा जांना शे स पयर हणतात / व हंद ु थानात ज मले या शे स पयरांना /
(1) (2) (3)

कु सु मा ज हणतात नद ष
(4) (5)

.2. मा या मरणश तीनुसार / मा या बाळपणी मा या व डलांची बदल / एका ग ल छ गावी / झाल आहे. नद ष
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

.3-4. पु ढे काह श द दले आहेत. यांचा अथ सांगणारा एक श द दले या पयायातू न नवडा.

. 3. वतःच वतःची सव कामे करणारा.

(1) वयंभ ू (2) वावलंबी (3) वयंच लत (4) वक टािजत (5) वा यायी

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 . 4. कोणतेह काम क शकणारा.
(1) बहु त
ु (2) हु शार (3) चलाख (4) हरहु नर (5) डोकेबाज

ENGLISH
This is a test to see how well you know English. Your English language ability would be tested through questions on
grammar & vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, sentence completion, comprehension of a passage etc.

Q.1-2. Read each sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical or idiomatic error in it. The error, if any, will
be in one part of the sentence. The number of that part is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is ‘No
error’. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).

Q.1. Most of the third world / country are experiencing / the ethnic or communal problem/

(1) (2) (3)

in varying degrees. / No error
(4) (5)

Q.2. The regaining of freedom / as we well know has given rise for / many dormant issues /

(1) (2) (3)

and conflicts in our society. No error
(4) (5)

Q.3-4. Pick out from the words given below each sentence the word which would complete the sentence correctly
and meaningfully.

Q.3. Continuous unemployment has induced in the people a kind of _____ which is most depressing.
(1) laziness (2) encouragement (3) satisfaction (4) anger (5) awakening

Q.4. He wants me to look ____ his garden during his absence.

(1) at (2) over (3) after (4) into (5) from

Q.5-10. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed
below the passage and against each, five words are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find
out the appropriate word in each case.

The true (5) of rights is duty. If we all (6) our duties, rights will not be (7) to seek. If leaving duties unperformed
we run (8) rights, they will (9) us like an elusive person. The more we pursue them, the farther (10) they fly.

Q.5. (1) end (2) source (3) joy (4) purpose (5) power

Q.6. (1) deny (2) devote (3) discharge (4) imagine (5) fulfill

Q.7. (1) far (2) close (3) easy (4) against (5) common

Q.8. (1) as (2) after (3) at (4) from (5) for

Q.9. (1) hold (2) grab (3) fight (4) escape (5) chase

Q.10. (1) off (2) can (3) did (4) could (5) towards

REASONING
Q.1. In a row of boys, Mahesh is seventh from the left side and 18th from the right side of the row. How many boys
are there in the row ?
(1) 26 (2) 25 (3) 27 (4) Cannot be determined (5) Other than those given as options
Q.2. Which of the following English letter groups will replace the question-mark (?) in the following series of letter
groups ?
AB BC CD DE ? FG
(1) DF (2) DG (3) FE (4) EF (5) GF

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Q.3. In a certain code ‘A + B’ means “A is the mother of B” and ‘A – B’ means “A is the father of B”. Which of the
following means “P is the grand-mother of R” ?
(1) P – Q + R (2) Q – R + P (3) P + Q – R
(4) Q + R – P (5) Other than those given as options
Q.4. Some leaders are dishonest. Satyapriya is a leader. Which of the following inferences definitely follows from
these two statements ?
(1) Satyapriya is honest (2) Satyapriya is dishonest
(3) Some leaders are honest (4) Leaders are generally dishonest
(5) Satyapriya is sometimes dishonest

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Questions in this test will be in the area of specialisation for the respective post.

(A) Details of the On-line Examination Pattern:

(1) The examination would be conducted on-line i.e. on a computer.

(2) All the tests except test of Marathi Language & English Language will be in English and Marathi.
(3) All the questions will have multiple choices. Out of the five answers to a question only one will be the correct
answer. The candidate has to select the most appropriate answer and ‘mouse click’ that alternative
which he/ she feels is appropriate/ correct. The alternative/ option that is clicked on will be treated as
the answer to that question. Answer to any question will be considered for final evaluation, only when
candidates have submitted the answers by clicking on “Save & Next” or “Mark for Review & Next”.
(4) The clock has been set at the server and the countdown timer at the top right corner of your screen will display
the time remaining for you to complete the exam. When the clock runs out the exam ends by default - you are
not required to end or submit your exam.
(5) The question palette at the right of screen shows one of the following status of each of the questions numbered:

The Marked for Review status simply acts as a reminder that you have set to look at the question again. If an
answer is selected for a question that is Marked for Review, the answer will be considered in the final
evaluation.
(6) To select a question to answer, you can do one of the following :
(a) Click on the question number on the question palette at the right of your screen to go to that numbered
question directly. Note that using this option does NOT save your answer to the current question.
(b) Click on ‘Save & Next’ to save answer to current question and to go to the next question in sequence.
(c) Click on ‘Mark for Review and Next’ to save answer to current question, mark it for review, and to go to
the next question in sequence.
(7) To select your answer, click on one of the option buttons.

(8) To change your answer, click another desired option button.

(9) To save your answer, you MUST click on Save & Next.

(10) To deselect a chosen answer, click on the chosen option again or click on the Clear Response button.

(11) To mark a question for review click on Mark for Review & Next. If an answer is selected for a question that is
Marked for Review, the answer will be considered in the final evaluation.

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(12) To change an answer to a question, first select the question and then click on the new answer option followed
by a click on the Save & Next button.

(13) Questions that are saved or marked for review after answering will ONLY be considered for evaluation.

(14) Sections will be displayed on the top bar of the screen. Questions in a section can be viewed by clicking on the
section name. The section you will view will be highlighted.

(15) After clicking the Save & Next button on the last question for a section, you will automatically be taken to the
first question of the next section.

(16) You can move the mouse cursor over the section names to view the status of the questions for that section.

(17) You can attempt any question within the 120 minutes.

(18) The candidates are requested to follow the instructions of the “Test Administrator” carefully. If any candidate
does not follow the instructions / rules, it would be treated as a case of misconduct/ adoption of unfair means
and such a candidate would be liable for debarment from appearing for examinations for a period as decided by
the CIDCO.

(19) The candidates may ask the Test Administrator about their doubts or questions only before the commencement
of the test. No query shall be entertained after the commencement of the examination.

(20) After the expiry of 120 minutes, the candidates will not be able to attempt any question or check their answers.
The answers of the candidate would be saved automatically by the computer system even if he/ she has not
clicked the “Submit” button.

(21) Please note :

(a) Candidates will not be allowed to “finally submit” unless they have exhausted the actual test time.
(b) Under no circumstances should a candidate click on any of the ‘keyboard keys’ once the exam
starts as this will lock the exam.

[B] General Instructions:

(1) Please note date, Reporting time and Venue address of the examination given in the call letter.
(2) You may visit the venue one day before the Online Examination to confirm the location so that you are able to
report on time (as printed on the call letter) on the day of the examination. Late comers will not be allowed.
(3) The call letter should be brought with you to the examination venue along with your recent passport size
photograph duly pasted on it. (Preferably the same photograph as was as uploaded).
(4) You must scrupulously follow the instructions of the Test Administrator and the CIDCO Representative at the
examination venue. If you violate the instructions you will be disqualified and will be asked to leave the
examination venue.
(5) No use of calculators (separate or with watch), books, note books or written notes, cell phones (with or without
camera facility), or any other electronic device will be allowed during the examination.
(6) Please bring the call letter with your recent photograph affixed thereon, photocopy of the ID proof stapled with
call letter and same currently valid photo identity proof in original. - THIS IS ESSENTIAL. Please handover the
call-letter along with photocopy of photo identity proof duly stapled together to the Invigilator. Currently
valid photo identity proof may be PAN Card/Passport/Permanent Driving License/Voter’s Card with
photograph/Bank Passbook with photograph/Photo Identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer on official
letterhead /Photo Identity proof issued by a People’s Representative on official letterhead/Valid recent Identity
Card issued by a recognised College/University/Aadhar/E-aadhar card with a photograph/Employee ID in
original/Bar Council Identity card with photograph. Please Note - Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License
will NOT be accepted as valid ID proof for this examination. Please note that your name as appearing on
the call letter (provided by you during the process of registration) should exactly match the name as appearing
on the photo identity proof. Female candidates who have changed first/last/middle name post marriage must
take special note of this. If there is any mismatch between the name indicated in the Call Letter and Photo
Identity Proof you will not be allowed to appear for the exam. In case of candidates who have changed their
name will be allowed only if they produce Gazette notification/their marriage certificate / affidavit.
(7) Biometric data (thumb impression) and photograph will be captured at the examination venue before the start of
examination. Decision of the Biometric data verification authority with regard to its status (matched or
mismatched) shall be final and binding upon the candidates. Refusal to participate in the process of
biometric data capturing / verification on any occasion may lead to cancellation of candidature. With
regards to the same, please note the following :
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 (a) If fingers are coated (stamped ink/mehndi/coloured...etc), ensure to thoroughly wash them so that coating
is completely removed before the examination day.
(b) If fingers are dirty or dusty, ensure to wash them and dry them before the thumb impression (biometric) is
captured.
(c) Ensure fingers of both hands are dry. If fingers are moist, wipe each finger to dry them.
(d) If the primary finger (thumb) to be captured is injured/damaged, immediately notify the concerned authority
in the examination centre.
(Any failure to observe these points will result in non-admittance for the examination).
(8) Your responses (answers) will be analysed with other candidates to detect patterns of similarity of right and
wrong answers. If in the analytical procedure adopted in this regard, it is inferred/concluded that the responses
have been shared and scores obtained are not genuine/valid, your candidature may be cancelled. Any
candidate who is found copying or receiving or giving assistance or engaging in any behaviour unbecoming of a
candidate will not be considered for assessment. CIDCO may take further action against such candidates as
deemed fit by it.
(9) You must bring a ball point pen. You may bring an ink stamp pad (blue/black) with you. A sheet of paper will be
provided which can be used for rough work or taking down the question number you would like to review at the
end of the test before submitting your answers. After the test is over you MUST handover this sheet of paper
along with the Call Letter to the invigilator before leaving the venue.
(10) The possibility of occurrence of some problem in the administration of the examination cannot be ruled out
completely which may impact test delivery and/or result from being generated. In that event, every effort will be
made to rectify such problem, which may include movement of candidates, delay in test. Conduct of a re-exam
is at the absolute discretion of test conducting body. Candidates will not have any claim for a re-test. Candidates
not willing to move or not willing to participate in the delayed process of test delivery shall be summarily rejected
from the process.
(11) If the examination is held in more than one session, the scores across various sessions will be equated to adjust
for slight differences in difficulty level of different test batteries used across sessions. More than one session are
required if the nodes capacity is less or some technical disruption takes place at any centre or for any
candidate.
(12) Please note that a candidate is allowed to appear only once in the online examination. Multiple appearance (for
the same post) in online examination will result in cancellation of candidature. In case more than one call letter
has been generated (for the same post), candidates are advised to appear only once on the date and at the
time mentioned on the respective call letter. All other call letters (for that post) are to be surrendered.
(13) Anyone found to be disclosing, publishing, reproducing, transmitting, storing or facilitating transmission and
storage of test contents in any form or any information therein in whole or part thereof or by any means verbal or
written, electronic or mechanical or taking away the papers supplied in the examination hall or found to be in
unauthorised possession of test content is likely to be prosecuted.
(14) Instances for providing incorrect information and/or process violation by a candidate detected at any stage of
the selection, process will lead to disqualification of the candidate from the selection process and he/she will not
be allowed to appear in any recruitment process of CIDCO in the future. If such instances go undetected during
the current selection process but are detected subsequently, such disqualification will take place with
retrospective effect.
(15) Candidates are advised to take note of “The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024”.

WISH YOU GOOD LUCK!