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Geotechnical Engineering SPPU Insem Question Paper Mar 2026

All 4 questions from this SPPU insem paper, as printed. Read them here or open the PDF.

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Subject code
201008
Pattern
2019 pattern
Exam
Insem
Session
Mar 2026
Max. marks
30
Time
1 Hour
Semester
IV
Paper code
Apr-26/SE/Insem-241

Printed for: S.E. ( Civil Engineering) (Insem)

Instructions to the candidates

  1. Answer Q.1 or Q.2 and Q.3 or Q.4.
  2. Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
  3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
  4. Assume suitable data if necessary.
  5. Use of non-programmable calculator is allowed.

Questions

  1. Q1

    1. a)

      This part has equations that don’t show as text. Open the PDF to read it.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Enlist the methods of soil exploration and explain any one in detail.

      [5]
    3. c)

      Define consistency of soils and show the four states of consistency graphically with appropriate consistency limits.

      [5]

  2. Q2

    1. a)

      Write a note on major soil deposits of India.

      Also asked:Feb 2023

      [5]
    2. b)

      This part has equations that don’t show as text. Open the PDF to read it.

      [5]
    3. c)

      State the methods for determination of field density. Explain the step by step procedure for any one of the methods with neat sketch.

      [5]

  3. Q3

    1. a)

      Explain falling head permeability test for determination of coefficient of permeability.

      [5]
    2. b)

      For weir on permeable foundation, the exit gradient does not exceed 78% of the grading causing quick condition. Determine maximum exit gradient if porosity is 35%.

      Also asked:Mar 2025

      [5]
    3. c)

      Write short note on permeability of stratified soil deposits.

      Also asked:Mar 2025

      [5]

  4. Q4

    1. a)

      Write short note on Piping.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Explain various factors affecting coefficient of permeability.

      Also asked:Mar 2025 ·Mar 2024

      [5]
    3. c)

      This part has equations that don’t show as text. Open the PDF to read it.

      [5]