Master the Bangladesh power sector job exams with these 220 most important MCQs, covering BPDB, EGCB, WGPDCL, BREB, BIFPCL, BCPCL, RPCL, CGPGCL, DPDC, DESCO, NESCO, SREDA, PGCB, and more. All questions come with correct answers and explanations to ensure 100% exam confidence.
| No | Question | Options | Answer & Explanation |
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| 1 | What is the highest transmission voltage used in Bangladesh? | A) 132 kV B) 230 kV C) 400 kV D) 765 kV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C 400 kV lines are now used in the national grid for long-distance transmission. 765kV is upcoming Grid voltage. |
| 2 | Which body manages the national transmission grid in Bangladesh? | A) BPDB B) PGCB C) BREB D) DESCO |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Power Grid Company of Bangladesh (PGCB) is responsible for transmission network operations. |
| 3 | What is the full form of BPDB? | A) Bangladesh Power Distribution Board B) Bangladesh Power Development Board C) Board of Power Distribution Bangladesh D) None |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BPDB stands for Bangladesh Power Development Board. |
| 4 | Kaptai Hydroelectric Power Station is located in which district? | A) Khulna B) Rangamati C) Sylhet D) Bogura |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It’s the only hydro power station in Bangladesh, located in Rangamati. |
| 5 | Which organization is responsible for rural electrification? | A) PGCB B) BPDB C) REB D) DPDC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Rural Electrification Board (REB) oversees rural electricity via Palli Bidyut Samities. |
| 6 | Which energy source dominates Bangladesh’s power generation mix? | A) Nuclear B) Hydro C) Natural Gas D) Coal |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Over 50% of electricity is generated using natural gas. Update |
| 7 | Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant is being built in collaboration with which country? | A) India B) China C) Russia D) USA |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Russia’s Rosatom is constructing Rooppur NPP. |
| 8 | Which city is served by DESCO? | A) Dhaka South B) Chittagong C) Dhaka North D) Rajshahi |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C DESCO serves the northern parts of Dhaka city. |
| 9 | Which plan outlines Bangladesh’s long-term power generation targets? | A) SDG-7 B) PSMP-2041 C) VISION-2021 D) REB Master Plan |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Power System Master Plan 2041 outlines generation, transmission, and mix targets. |
| 10 | What is the installed capacity of Kaptai Hydro Station? | A) 50 MW B) 100 MW C) 230 MW D) 500 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Kaptai has 230 MW installed hydro capacity. |
| 11 | Which is the first coal-fired power plant in Bangladesh? | A) Barapukuria B) Rampal C) Matarbari D) Payra |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Barapukuria in Dinajpur is the first coal-based plant. |
| 12 | What does PGCB stand for? | A) Public Grid of Central Bangladesh B) Power Grid Company of Bangladesh C) Power Group for Clean Bangladesh D) Power Generation Corp of BD |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B PGCB manages the power transmission grid. |
| 13 | What frequency is used in Bangladesh power systems? | A) 60 Hz B) 55 Hz C) 50 Hz D) 40 Hz |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Like most South Asian countries, Bangladesh uses 50 Hz frequency. |
| 14 | Who is responsible for power generation in Dhaka’s industrial zones? | A) BPDB B) RPCL C) DPDC D) BREB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rural Power Company Ltd (RPCL) is active in industrial zones. |
| 15 | Which of the following is NOT a distribution company in Bangladesh? | A) DPDC B) WZPDCL C) DESCO D) PGCB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D PGCB is a transmission (not distribution) company. |
| 16 | Which city is covered by WZPDCL? | A) Rangpur B) Barisal C) Khulna D) Sylhet |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B&C West Zone Power Distribution Company Ltd. serves Khulna and Barisal areas. |
| 17 | The Payra power plant is based on which fuel? | A) Gas B) Coal C) Oil D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It’s a coal-fired power plant. |
| 18 | What is the name of the regulatory body for electricity in Bangladesh? | A) BPDB B) BER C) BERC D) ERB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) regulates tariffs and standards. |
| 19 | Matarbari Power Project is located in which district? | A) Chittagong B) Cox’s Bazar C) Noakhali D) Khulna |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It’s located in Matarbari, Cox’s Bazar. |
| 20 | Which of these is a private power producer in Bangladesh? | A) Ashuganj Power Ltd B) Summit Power C) RPCL D) PGCB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Summit is a major private Independent Power Producer (IPP). |
| 21 | What type of power plant is Rooppur? | A) Thermal B) Hydro C) Gas D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Rooppur is Bangladesh’s first and only nuclear power plant, under construction. |
| 22 | What is the main source of electricity generation in Bangladesh? | A) Coal B) Solar C) Gas D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Natural gas is the primary fuel for power generation in the country. |
| 23 | The power frequency in Bangladesh is: | A) 60 Hz B) 55 Hz C) 50 Hz D) 40 Hz |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bangladesh follows the 50 Hz standard AC frequency. |
| 24 | Rampal power plant is a joint venture between Bangladesh and: | A) China B) India C) Russia D) USA |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rampal coal power plant is a joint project of BPDB & NTPC (India). |
| 25 | Which organization deals with nuclear safety in Bangladesh? | A) BPDB B) PGCB C) BAEC D) BERC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) oversees nuclear safety and policy. |
| 26 | How much installed capacity is targeted in PSMP-2041? | A) 20,000 MW B) 40,000 MW C) 60,000 MW D) 78,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Power System Master Plan 2041 targets 60,000 MW total installed capacity. |
| 27 | Which one is not a distribution company in Bangladesh? | A) DESCO B) WZPDCL C) PGCB D) DPDC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C PGCB handles transmission, not distribution. |
| 28 | Which fuel is not currently used significantly in Bangladesh? | A) Natural gas B) Diesel C) Uranium D) Coal |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Uranium will be used in Rooppur but not yet active. |
| 29 | What is the full form of REB? | A) Rural Electricity Board B) Rural Electrification Board C) Renewable Energy Board D) Regional Electricity Board |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rural Electrification Board (REB) oversees rural grid expansion. |
| 30 | The Payra 1320 MW power plant is jointly developed by Bangladesh and: | A) India B) China C) Japan D) South Korea |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B A joint venture between BPDB & China National Machinery developed Payra coal plant. |
| 31 | What does BERC stand for? | A) Bangladesh Energy Regulation Council B) Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission C) Bangladesh Electricity Regulatory Corporation D) Bangladesh Electricity Research Center |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BERC is the energy regulatory body that fixes tariffs and sets rules. |
| 32 | What kind of generation is targeted under "Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan"? | A) Coal based B) Diesel based C) Renewable D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The plan focuses on renewables like solar and wind to reduce emissions. |
| 33 | What is the name of the IPP that supplies power from Meghnaghat? | A) Sinha Power B) Orion Power C) Summit Power D) Desh Energy |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Summit Meghnaghat is a major independent power producer. |
| 34 | LNG terminals in Bangladesh are mainly for: | A) Export B) Import C) Storage D) Local production |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Bangladesh imports LNG through terminals to meet gas demand. |
| 35 | What’s the common substation voltage between transmission and distribution? | A) 230 kV B) 132 kV C) 33 kV D) 11 kV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C 33 kV substations act as the link between transmission and distribution networks. |
| 36 | Who owns and operates the Kaptai Hydroelectric Plant? | A) PGCB B) WZPDCL C) BPDB D) REB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BPDB owns and operates the Kaptai Hydroelectric Project. |
| 37 | How many units are there in Rooppur Nuclear Plant? | A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rooppur has 2 VVER-1200 reactors, each 1200 MW capacity. |
| 38 | Bangladesh signed Rooppur agreement with Rosatom in which year? | A) 2010 B) 2012 C) 2014 D) 2015 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Bangladesh signed initial deal with Rosatom in 2012. |
| 39 | Who is responsible for electricity supply in Dhaka South? | A) WZPDCL B) DPDC C) REB D) DESCO |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B DPDC (Dhaka Power Distribution Company) serves the south zone of Dhaka. |
| 40 | The highest percentage of rural electrification is under: | A) PGCB B) BREB C) DPDC D) Summit |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board (BREB) via PBS handles rural coverage. |
| 41 | What is the typical distribution voltage in rural areas? | A) 230 kV B) 33 kV C) 11 kV D) 132 kV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C 11 kV feeders are used in rural electrification via REB. |
| 42 | What does SDG-7 focus on? | A) Gender equality B) Universal health C) Clean energy D) Infrastructure |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C SDG-7 ensures access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy. |
| 43 | What kind of plant is Haripur Power Station? | A) Gas B) Hydro C) Coal D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Haripur plant is a gas-fired combined cycle power station. |
| 44 | The largest solar power plant in Bangladesh is located in: | A) Rajshahi B) Feni C) Cox’s Bazar D) Jamalpur |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Feni solar plant is currently one of the largest operating in the country. It's always updating as new solar project ongoing. |
| 45 | What does IPP stand for? | A) Independent Power Producer B) Integrated Power Plant C) International Power Policy D) Infrastructure Power Plan |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A IPPs are private entities that generate and sell electricity. |
| 46 | First Independent Power Producer (IPP) in Bangladesh was: | A) Summit Power B) Khulna Power Company Ltd C) Orion Power D) Sinha Power |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Khulna Power Company Ltd (KPCL) was one of the earliest IPPs. |
| 47 | What does CCGT stand for in power generation? | A) Closed Cycle Gas Turbine B) Combined Cycle Gas Turbine C) Clean Coal Gas Turbine D) Controlled Coal Gas Turbine |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B CCGT combines gas and steam turbines for higher efficiency. |
| 48 | Peaking plants in Bangladesh typically use: | A) Coal B) Gas C) Diesel D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Peaking units like rental power plants often run on diesel or HFO. |
| 49 | Ghorashal is famous for which type of power station? | A) Hydro B) Solar C) Thermal D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Ghorashal has one of the largest gas-fired thermal stations. |
| 50 | Under PSMP-2041, what is the targeted share of renewable energy? | A) 10% B) 15% C) 20% D) 40% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The target was 40% of electricity from renewable sources by 2041. But In the revision, It is targeted to 30% of total production. |
| 51 | Which company serves electricity to the Chittagong metropolitan area? | A) PGCB B) BPDB C) DPDC D) BREB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BPDB directly supplies power to Chittagong metro. |
| 52 | Which body is responsible for fixing electricity tariffs in Bangladesh? | A) PGCB B) BERC C) BPDB D) MoPEMR |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BERC (Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission) sets tariffs and rules. |
| 53 | Matarbari Coal Power Plant is being supported by: | A) JICA B) AIIB C) World Bank D) IMF |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Japan’s JICA is funding Matarbari Ultra Super Critical Power Plant. |
| 54 | In grid operation, the term “load shedding” refers to: | A) Adding extra load B) Reducing generation C) Deliberate power cut D) Line loss |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Load shedding is the planned interruption of power supply due to demand-supply mismatch. |
| 55 | Peak electricity demand in Bangladesh usually occurs during: | A) Early morning B) Noon C) Evening D) Midnight |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Evening hours (6–9 PM) show peak demand due to lighting, cooling. |
| 56 | What is the full form of DPDC? | A) Dhaka Power Development Corporation B) Dhaka Power Distribution Company C) Dhaka Power Dispatch Centre D) Dhaka Power Delivery Circle |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B DPDC is responsible for distributing electricity in Dhaka South and adjacent areas. |
| 57 | What type of turbine is used in Kaptai Hydro Station? | A) Pelton B) Francis C) Kaplan D) Crossflow |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Kaplan turbines are used in Kaptai's medium-head hydro station. |
| 58 | Rooppur Nuclear Plant's VVER technology is originally from: | A) Germany B) Japan C) Russia D) France |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C VVER is Russian-designed pressurized water reactor technology. |
| 59 | Which of these is NOT a generation company? | A) EGCB B) APSCL C) PGCB D) RPCL |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C PGCB deals with transmission, not generation. |
| 60 | REB operates through: | A) Union Committees B) NGOs C) Local Cooperatives (PBS) D) Municipalities |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Palli Bidyut Samiti (PBS) are rural cooperatives under REB. |
| 61 | Total installed electricity generation capacity in Bangladesh (as of 2024) is approximately: | A) 12,000 MW B) 22,000 MW C) 29,000 MW D) 35,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Installed capacity reached around 29,000 MW in 2024. Update |
| 62 | What is the main challenge of integrating solar power into the grid? | A) High cost B) Low demand C) Intermittency D) Grid voltage |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Intermittency is the main issue—sunlight varies with time/weather. |
| 63 | Which component steps down voltage for distribution? | A) Generator B) Busbar C) Distribution transformer D) Rectifier |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Distribution transformers reduce voltage for consumer delivery. |
| 64 | What is the common consumer-level supply voltage in Bangladesh? | A) 11 kV B) 400 V (3-phase) C) 6.6 kV D) 132 kV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Households and small businesses use 400 V (3-phase) or 230 V (single-phase). |
| 65 | Which of the following is a combined cycle power plant? | A) Kaptai HPP B) Siddhirganj C) Rooppur D) Rampal |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Siddhirganj is a gas-fired combined cycle power plant. |
| 66 | WZPDCL operates mainly in which zones? | A) East Zone B) West Zone C) Dhaka Zone D) North Zone |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B WZPDCL = West Zone Power Distribution Company Ltd. |
| 67 | What is a grid substation? | A) Generating unit B) Distribution office C) Voltage transformation center D) Customer meter |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Substations transform voltage levels between transmission and distribution. |
| 68 | Which component protects grid equipment during overcurrent? | A) Isolator B) Transformer C) Circuit Breaker D) Reactor |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Circuit breakers protect equipment by interrupting fault current. |
| 69 | “Frequency” in power system refers to: | A) Voltage level B) Power factor C) Oscillations per second D) Current strength |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Frequency = number of AC cycles per second (Hz). |
| 70 | What is the function of a capacitor bank in substations? | A) Increase resistance B) Reduce voltage C) Improve power factor D) Filter harmonics |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Capacitor banks are used for power factor correction. |
| 71 | Demand forecasting in power systems is used for: | A) Billing B) Tariff fixing C) Planning generation D) Buying fuel |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Accurate demand forecasting supports optimal generation planning. |
| 72 | Frequency in Bangladesh’s national grid is kept at: | A) 60 Hz B) 55 Hz C) 50 Hz D) 45 Hz | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bangladesh’s grid operates at 50 Hz AC frequency. |
| 73 | In power systems, “blackout” refers to: | A) Flickering B) Local failure C) Nationwide outage D) Meter failure |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C A blackout is a complete failure of electricity supply in a region or country. |
| 74 | A substation step-down transformer converts: | A) Low to high voltage B) High to low voltage C) AC to DC D) DC to AC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It reduces high transmission voltage to usable distribution levels. |
| 75 | Which one is a renewable source? | A) Diesel B) Gas C) Wind D) LNG |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Wind is a natural and renewable energy source. |
| 76 | What does “dispatch center” do in the grid? | A) Bill customers B) Install meters C) Control generation and load D) Dig trenches |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C It balances supply and demand in real-time grid operation. |
| 77 | How many divisions does BREB operate in? | A) 4 B) 6 C) 8 D) 12 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BREB operates regionally across all 8 divisions of Bangladesh. |
| 78 | Power theft is commonly reduced by: | A) Using diesel plants B) Installing circuit breakers C) Smart metering D) Reducing voltage |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Smart meters detect and prevent unauthorized use. |
| 79 | The national load dispatch center is located in: | A) Dhaka B) Khulna C) Chattogram D) Bogura |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A NLDC is in Dhaka under PGCB. |
| 80 | Bangladesh’s first solar mini-grid project was established in: | A) Barisal B) Sandwip C) Mymensingh D) Dinajpur |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B The first solar mini-grid was set up in Sandwip island. |
| 81 | Which component measures electric energy consumption in homes? | A) Relay B) Transformer C) Energy meter D) Circuit breaker |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Energy meters track electricity usage in kilowatt-hours (kWh). |
| 82 | What voltage level is used for industrial 3-phase supply? | A) 230 V B) 400 V C) 11 kV D) 132 kV | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B 400 V (3-phase) is standard for small industrial/commercial users. |
| 83 | Power factor is the ratio of: | A) Real to apparent power B) Apparent to real power C) Voltage to current D) Resistance to reactance |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A PF = real power (kW) / apparent power (kVA). |
| 84 | Which gas is used in modern circuit breakers? | A) Oxygen B) Nitrogen C) SF₆ D) CO₂ |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C SF₆ (sulfur hexafluoride) is used in high-voltage circuit breakers due to excellent insulation. |
| 85 | What does “brownout” refer to? | A) Complete blackout B) Temporary voltage drop C) Phase loss D) Overvoltage condition |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B A brownout is a temporary voltage drop, often intentional. |
| 86 | What is the typical efficiency of modern thermal plants? | A) 20–30% B) 30–40% C) 60–70% D) 80–90% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Most modern thermal plants operate at 35–42% efficiency. |
| 87 | In electrical transmission, line losses are mainly due to: | A) Inductance B) Resistance C) Capacitance D) Reactance |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B I²R losses (resistive) are the dominant form of line loss. |
| 88 | Which body monitors nuclear safety compliance at Rooppur NPP? | A) MoPEMR B) BPDB C) BAERA D) BERC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bangladesh Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (BAERA) handles nuclear safety. |
| 89 | How many VVER-1200 reactors are under construction at Rooppur? | A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rooppur has 2 VVER-1200 units being built. |
| 90 | Which transmission voltage level is commonly used between districts? | A) 11 kV B) 33 kV C) 132 kV D) 400 V |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C 132 kV is widely used for inter-district transmission. |
| 91 | A demand-side management (DSM) program aims to: | A) Reduce voltage B) Improve generation C) Reduce peak demand D) Install turbines |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C DSM helps reduce or shift peak demand, improving grid efficiency. |
| 92 | Net metering policy in Bangladesh applies to: | A) Coal plants B) Residential solar C) Grid substations D) Diesel plants |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Net metering allows solar panel owners to feed excess power to the grid. |
| 93 | What is a “feeder” in the power distribution system? | A) Transformer B) High-voltage line C) Medium-voltage line to consumers D) Generator cable |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Feeders carry medium-voltage power (e.g., 11 kV) to distribution transformers. |
| 94 | The capacity of each Rooppur reactor is: | A) 600 MW B) 800 MW C) 1200 MW D) 1400 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Each VVER reactor at Rooppur is 1200 MW. |
| 95 | What kind of plant is Ashuganj Power Station? | A) Hydro B) Gas C) Solar D) Nuclear |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Ashuganj is a major gas-based thermal power station. |
| 96 | What is the full form of EGCB? | A) Electricity Generation Company of Bangladesh B) Energy Group of Central Bangladesh C) Electricity Grid Company of Bangladesh D) Emergency Generation and Control Board |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A EGCB is a state-owned generation company. |
| 97 | In Bangladesh, prepaid metering is introduced to: | A) Improve voltage B) Reduce frequency C) Ensure upfront payment D) Track transformer health |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Prepaid meters require users to pay before usage, ensuring payment and reducing losses. |
| 98 | The Power Cell under MoPEMR is mainly responsible for: | A) Billing B) Policy and project planning C) Fuel import D) Substation maintenance |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Power Cell handles energy policy formulation and project coordination. |
| 99 | Which of the following improves power system stability? | A) High resistance lines B) Load shedding C) Synchronous condensers D) Long transmission distances |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Synchronous condensers provide reactive power and improve stability. |
| 100 | Which of the following is a key goal of PSMP-2041? | A) Reduce electrification B) Depend on diesel C) Increase renewable share D) Build gas cars |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Power System Master Plan targets 40% (30% in revised) renewables by 2041. |
| 101 | What is the typical voltage for home appliances in Bangladesh? | A) 400 V B) 230 V C) 110 V D) 11 kV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Most household appliances in Bangladesh operate at 230 V AC. |
| 102 | What unit is used to measure energy consumption in homes? | A) Volt B) Ampere C) Watt-hour D) Kilowatt-hour |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Energy consumption is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh). |
| 103 | What is the power rating of a typical electric iron? | A) 100 W B) 500 W C) 1000–1500 W D) 10,000 W |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Most irons consume between 1000–1500 watts. |
| 104 | Which appliance typically consumes the most power? | A) Fan B) Tube light C) Refrigerator D) Air conditioner |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Air conditioners have the highest consumption among home appliances. |
| 105 | What appliance runs continuously and cycles on/off to maintain temperature? | A) Fan B) Heater C) Refrigerator D) Light |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Refrigerators cycle based on internal temperature. |
| 106 | Which of the following has the highest starting current? | A) LED bulb B) Laptop charger C) Ceiling fan D) Refrigerator |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Compressors in refrigerators draw high starting current. |
| 107 | Which appliance improves power factor in a house? | A) Air conditioner B) Water pump C) LED light D) None of these |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Domestic loads are mostly inductive; no appliance actively improves PF. |
| 108 | A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) is more efficient than an incandescent bulb because: | A) It uses AC B) It is heavier C) It produces less heat D) It glows instantly |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C CFLs produce more light per watt with less heat. |
| 109 | Which of these appliances is purely resistive? | A) Fan B) Induction cooker C) Geyser D) Refrigerator |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Geysers use resistance wires for heating. |
| 110 | What type of load is a ceiling fan? | A) Resistive B) Inductive C) Capacitive D) None |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Ceiling fans are inductive loads due to motor coils. |
| 111 | What does a stabilizer do for home appliances? | A) Convert AC to DC B) Increase current C) Maintain voltage level D) Filter water |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Stabilizers regulate input voltage to protect appliances. |
| 112 | A 1000 W heater used for 5 hours will consume: | A) 1 kWh B) 5 kWh C) 10 kWh D) 0.5 kWh |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Energy = Power × Time = 1 kW × 5 h = 5 kWh. |
| 113 | Smart meters help in: | A) Boosting current B) Billing transparency C) Water usage D) Stabilizing voltage |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Smart meters enable accurate, real-time billing and remote monitoring. |
| 114 | What is the typical lifespan of an LED bulb? | A) 1000 hrs B) 5000 hrs C) 10,000 hrs D) 20,000+ hrs |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D LED bulbs last 20,000–50,000 hours under normal use. |
| 115 | Which appliance has the highest daily energy usage? | A) Electric fan B) Laptop C) Water heater D) LED TV |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Water heaters draw high power and often run for long periods. |
| 116 | Which appliance uses heating effect of current? | A) Fan B) Iron C) Fridge D) Air cooler |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Electric iron uses resistive heating. |
| 117 | What appliance uses a compressor? | A) TV B) Mixer C) AC D) Tube light |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C ACs use compressors for vapor compression cooling. |
| 118 | Which rating is checked for electric safety in home appliances? | A) IP rating B) PF rating C) Watt rating D) Amp rating |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A IP rating shows resistance to water/dust. |
| 119 | Power factor of home appliances is typically: | A) Leading B) Lagging C) Unity D) Zero |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Inductive loads like fans and fridges cause lagging PF. |
| 120 | If your fan speed slows down, the problem is likely in: | A) Blade B) Capacitor C) Plug D) Wire |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B A faulty capacitor reduces motor torque and fan speed. |
| 121 | Which gas is commonly used inside an incandescent light bulb to prevent filament burnout? | A) Oxygen B) Argon C) Helium D) CO₂ |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Argon is inert and prevents oxidation and evaporation of the filament. |
| 101 | What is the current total generation capacity of APSCL (Ashuganj Power Station Company Ltd.)? | A. 987 MW B. 1320 MW C. 1647 MW D. 1500 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C APSCL operates 6 units with a combined capacity of 1647 MW, making it the largest power hub in Bangladesh. Update |
| 102 | In which year did APSCL officially start operations? | A. 2000 B. 2003 C. 1998 D. 2010 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Though incorporated in 2000, APSCL began formal operations on 1st June 2003. |
| 103 | What percentage of APSCL shares is owned by BPDB? | A. 100% B. 91.01% C. 50% D. 63.44% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B According to Articles of Association, BPDB holds 91.01% shares of APSCL. |
| 104 | Which river provides cooling water to APSCL? | A. Jamuna B. Padma C. Meghna D. Brahmaputra | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Meghna River is used for steam production and cooling water for APSCL. |
| 105 | What is the total generation capacity of EGCB’s power plants? | A. 412 MW B. 987 MW C. 1120 MW D. 1647 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B EGCB currently produces 987 MW from 3 major power plants. Update |
| 106 | EGCB was originally established under which name? | A. Meghnaghat Power Company Ltd. B. Siddhirganj Power Company C. Haripur Power Ltd. D. Rampal Thermal Ltd. | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A. EGCB was initially formed as Meghnaghat Power Company in 1996. |
| 107 | Which district will host EGCB’s solar & wind plants? | A. Khulna B. Sonagazi, Feni C. Jamalpur D. Patuakhali | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B EGCB plans to install solar and wind power plants in Feni’s Sonagazi. |
| 108 | When did EGCB become a Public Limited Company? | A. 2015 B. 2009 C. 1996 D. 2003 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B EGCB transitioned from Private Ltd. to Public Ltd. on 15 Jan 2009. |
| 109 | What is the projected target of NWPGCL for 2030 in terms of capacity? | A. 5000 MW B. 7600 MW C. 9500 MW D. 1320 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C NWPGCL targets generation capacity of 9500 MW by 2030. |
| 110 | NWPGCL and CMC jointly formed which company? | A. BIFPCL B. BCPCL C. EGCB D. RNPL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Bangladesh-China Power Company Ltd. is a JV of NWPGCL and CMC. |
| 111 | Where is the Payra 1320 MW power plant located? | A. Feni B. Sonagazi C. Kalapara, Patuakhali D. Rupganj | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Both phases of Payra Power Plant are located in Kalapara. |
| 112 | Which company is implementing the Rampal 1320 MW project? | A. EGCB B. BIFPCL C. BCPCL D. PGCB | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Rampal Project is implemented by Bangladesh-India JV: BIFPCL. |
| 113 | Which technology is used in Rampal Plant for desalination? | A. UV Filtering B. Boiling C. Reverse Osmosis D. Ion Exchange | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Saline water from Pussur River is treated via Reverse Osmosis. |
| 114 | What is the fuel for Rampal Power Station? | A. Gas B. Diesel C. Coal D. Solar | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Rampal is a coal-fired power plant using imported coal. |
| 115 | What is the capacity of Matarbari Coal Power Plant? | A. 1200 MW B. 1320 MW C. 2400 MW D. 600 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B CPGCBL’s Matarbari plant is designed for 2x600 MW units. |
| 116 | Which Japanese company is EPC contractor for Matarbari? | A. Toshiba B. Sumitomo Corp. C. Mitsubishi D. Marubeni | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Sumitomo leads the consortium responsible for EPC of Matarbari. |
| 117 | Who are the partners in RNPL? | A. BPDB & NTPC B. RPCL & NORINCO C. EGCB & Sembcorp D. NWPGCL & CMC | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B RNPL is a JV between RPCL (Bangladesh) and NORINCO (China). |
| 118 | Where is the RNPL coal plant located? | A. Khulna B. Kalapara C. Bagerhat D. Matarbari | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B RNPL plant is part of the Patuakhali mega project in Kalapara. |
| 119 | What is the total power generation target of RNPL? | A. 660 MW B. 1000 MW C. 1320 MW D. 500 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RNPL’s Ultra-supercritical plant targets 1320 MW output. |
| 120 | What kind of technology is used in RNPL? | A. Simple Cycle B. Gas Turbine C. Ultra-supercritical D. Diesel HFO | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The plant will use eco-friendly ultra-supercritical technology. |
| 121 | What is the total land area acquired for RNPL? | A. 800 acres B. 921.74 acres C. 500 acres D. 915 acres | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B RNPL acquired 921.74 acres, 500 of which were leased to RNPL. |
| 122 | Which company built the transmission line for RNPL? | A. EGCB B. PGCB C. RNPL itself D. CPGCBL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RNPL built the 400 kV line and substation for urgency. |
| 123 | What % of BR Powergen shares are owned by RPCL? | A. 50% B. 25% C. 18.28% D. 63.44% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RPCL owns 18.28% of BR Powergen Ltd shares. |
| 124 | What is the current generation capacity of BR Powergen? | A. 360 MW B. 473 MW C. 600 MW D. 987 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BR Powergen operates 3 plants totaling 473 MW. Update |
| 125 | Where is the future 125 MW solar plant of BR Powergen planned? | A. Mymensingh B. Jamalpur C. Feni D. Gopalganj | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B A 125 MW solar plant is planned at Madarganj, Jamalpur. |
| 126 | Which is the 100% government-owned coal-based power company? | A. EGCB B. CPGCBL C. BCPCL D. Rampal JV | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B CPGCBL (Coal Power Generation Co.) is 100% state-owned. |
| 127 | How many MWs is Matarbari Phase-1 expected to generate? | A. 600 MW B. 1200 MW C. 1320 MW D. 2400 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Phase 1 includes two units of 600 MW = 1200–1320 MW range. |
| 128 | What is the current national generation capacity (2025)? | A. 25,000 MW B. 30,000 MW C. 31,505 MW D. 28,000 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C As of 2025, Bangladesh's generation capacity is 31,505 MW. Update |
| 129 | What is the highest recorded generation (2025)? | A. 15,000 MW B. 16,794 MW C. 18,500 MW D. 20,000 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Highest generation recorded was 16,794 MW on 23 July 2025. Update |
| 130 | What is the current grid substation capacity? | A. 62,000 MVA B. 72,000 MVA C. 78,266 MVA D. 81,000 MVA | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The total grid substation capacity is 78,266 MVA. Update |
| 131 | What is the full form of OPGW used by PGCB? | a) Optical Phase Ground Wire b) Optical Power Grid Wire c) Optical Ground Wire d) Overhead Power Ground Wire | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C PGCB uses Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) to replace older earth wires for communication and SCADA. |
| 132 | As of June 2025, how many kilometers of OPGW has PGCB installed? | a) 8,200 km b) 8,700 km c) 9,000 km d) 7,800 km | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B PGCB installed approximately 8,700 km of OPGW by June 2025. |
| 133 | What is PGCB's official rate (as of January 2024) for dark fiber leasing per core-meter per month? | a) Tk. 4.20 b) Tk. 4.50 c) Tk. 4.68 d) Tk. 5.00 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The dark fiber lease rate is Tk. 4.68/core/meter/month, with annual increment of Tk. 0.18. |
| 134 | When did PGCB launch its data capacity leasing service? | a) 21st Jan 2024 b) 5th June 2025 c) 24th July 2024 d) 1st March 2023 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C PGCB officially launched data capacity leasing on 24 July 2024. |
| 135 | How much operational data capacity does PGCB’s backbone network currently have? | a) 1.2 Tbps b) 2.4 Tbps c) 800 Gbps d) 3.2 Tbps | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Though the backbone capacity is 9.6/13.2 Tbps, the operational capacity is 800 Gbps. Update |
| 136 | What is the approved capacity of the Rampal Maitree Super Thermal Power Project? | a) 1200 MW b) 1300 MW c) 1320 MW d) 1500 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The Rampal plant has a capacity of 1320 MW (2 × 660 MW). |
| 137 | Who are the partners in the joint venture company BIFPCL for Rampal Power Plant? | a) NTPC & BHEL b) BPDB & BHEL c) NTPC & BPDB d) CMC & NWPGCL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BIFPCL is a 50:50 joint venture between NTPC (India) and BPDB (Bangladesh). |
| 138 | What technology is used for water purification at Rampal Power Plant? | a) Distillation b) Reverse Osmosis c) Ion Exchange d) Electrolysis | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Reverse Osmosis is used to desalinate saline water from the Pussur River. |
| 139 | Which transmission voltage is used to evacuate power from Rampal to the national grid? | a) 132 KV b) 230 KV c) 400 KV d) 765 KV | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The generation step-up voltage is 400 KV Double Circuit for evacuation to Dhaka. |
| 140 | How many power plants are currently operated by NWPGCL as of 2025? | a) 7 b) 8 c) 9 d) 10 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C NWPGCL currently operates 9 power plants, including Sirajganj, Khulna, Bheramara, Payra, and a solar PV plant. Update |
| 141 | Which company implemented the Maitree Super Thermal Power Project? | A. EGCB B. RNPL C. BIFPCL D. NWPGCL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BIFPCL (Bangladesh-India Friendship Power Company Ltd) is a 50:50 JV between BPDB & NTPC for Rampal Maitree project. |
| 142 | What is the capacity of Rampal Power Plant? | A. 1200 MW B. 1320 MW C. 1500 MW D. 1000 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It has two units of 660 MW each, totaling 1320 MW. |
| 143 | Rampal Power Plant is located near which sensitive ecosystem? | A. Chittagong Hill Tracts B. Sundarbans C. Padma River D. Bay of Bengal | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It is only 14 km north of the Sundarbans, a UNESCO site. |
| 144 | Which river supplies saline water for Rampal Power Plant cooling? | A. Pussur B. Jamuna C. Meghna D. Buriganga | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Saline water is sourced from the Pussur River. |
| 145 | What is the main technology used in the Payra 1320 MW power plant? | A. Sub-critical B. Supercritical C. Ultra-supercritical D. Open Cycle | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Payra uses eco-friendly ultra-supercritical technology. |
| 146 | Which two countries are involved in BCPCL? | A. Bangladesh & India B. Bangladesh & Japan C. Bangladesh & China D. Bangladesh & Korea | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BCPCL is a 50:50 joint venture between NWPGCL and China’s CMC. |
| 147 | What is the planned transmission voltage for Rampal’s power evacuation? | A. 220 kV only B. 132 kV C. 400 kV & 220 kV D. 765 kV | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The project uses both 400 kV and 220 kV lines. |
| 148 | Which agency approved Rampal EIA report? | A. BERC B. DOE C. JICA D. PGCB | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Department of Environment (DOE) approved the EIA in 2013. |
| 149 | What desalination method is used at Rampal for fresh water? | A. Boiling B. Electrolysis C. Reverse Osmosis D. UV Filtration | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RO is used to convert saline water into usable fresh water. |
| 150 | What is the installed capacity of BCPCL’s first phase project at Payra? | A. 1200 MW B. 500 MW C. 1320 MW D. 950 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Payra Phase 1 is a 1320 MW coal-fired thermal plant. |
| 151 | Which project involves STIC consortium for construction? | A. Payra B. Rampal C. Matarbari D. Sirajganj | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Sumitomo-Toshiba-IHI consortium (STIC) is involved in Matarbari. |
| 152 | What is the land size acquired for Matarbari power project? | A. 700 acres B. 915 acres C. 1320 acres D. 1608 acres | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D 1608 acres of land were acquired for Matarbari. |
| 153 | Which company is implementing solar + wind at Sonagazi, Feni? | A. NWPGCL B. EGCB C. RPCL D. CPGCBL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B EGCB is implementing solar and wind projects in Feni. |
| 154 | Which power plant has 350-meter tall chimney? | A. Sirajganj B. Matarbari C. Rampal D. Barapukuria | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Matarbari’s coal plant includes a 350-meter chimney. |
| 155 | What is the transmission line length built by RNPL at Amtali? | A. 10 km B. 15 km C. 19.3 km D. 22 km | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RNPL constructed 19.3 km double circuit line at Amtali. |
| 156 | How many people were resettled for RNPL Rampal project? | A. 150 families B. 200 families C. 281 families D. 500 families | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RNPL constructed residential township for 281 families. |
| 157 | What is Bangladesh's current per capita electricity production? | A. 550 kWh B. 640 kWh C. 720 kWh D. 800 kWh | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B As of 2023–24 fiscal, it's 640 kWh (including captive & renewable). Update |
| 158 | How many power plants are active in Bangladesh as of 2025? | A. 120 B. 125 C. 133 D. 135 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C According to 2025 data, there are 133 active plants. Update |
| 159 | What is the total electricity import capacity of Bangladesh? | A. 1500 MW B. 2000 MW C. 2696 MW D. 3100 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C As per latest data, the power import capacity is 2696 MW. Update |
| 160 | What is the latest peak power generation record (July 2025)? | A. 15,800 MW B. 16,300 MW C. 16,794 MW D. 17,200 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The highest generation recorded was 16,794 MW on 23 July 2025. Update |
| 161 | Which power plant project is based in Maheshkhali, Cox’s Bazar? | A. Matarbari B. Payra C. Rampal D. Bheramara | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Matarbari Ultra Super Critical Coal Plant is in Maheshkhali. |
| 162 | Which foreign agency funded the Matarbari project? | A. ADB B. JICA C. WB D. AIIB | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B JICA signed loan agreement for funding the Matarbari project. |
| 163 | Which project’s total physical progress reached ~100% by August 2025? | A. Rampal B. Matarbari C. Barapukuria D. Payra | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Matarbari’s port and plant components are nearly 100% complete. |
| 164 | What is the expected commercial operation of Rampal Unit-1? | A. March 2025 B. June 2025 C. July 2025 D. Sept 2025 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Rampal 1st unit is expected to start supplying power in March 2025. |
| 165 | What is the distribution system loss in FY 2024-25? | A. 8.20% B. 7.95% C. 7.38% D. 6.99% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C As per report, it is 7.38% in 2024-25. Update |
| 166 | Which company constructed a port for coal unloading? | A. EGCB B. RNPL C. CPGCBL D. APSCL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C CPGCBL constructed port facilities in the Matarbari project. |
| 167 | Who is the EPC contractor for Matarbari 2×600 MW project? | A. Sumitomo Corp B. Toshiba C. IHI D. All of the above | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D A consortium of Sumitomo, Toshiba & IHI (STIC) is the contractor. |
| 168 | Which project implemented 132/33kV substation for local electrification? | A. Rampal B. Matarbari C. Payra D. EGCB Solar | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Matarbari project includes a 132/33 kV substation for locals. |
| 169 | RNPL project has received back energization in which month of 2023? | A. July B. August C. October D. April | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D RNPL received back energization in April 2023. |
| 170 | BCPCL is currently implementing which transmission line project? | A. Rampal–Khulna B. Matarbari–Chittagong C. Payra–Aminbazar D. Rooppur–Sirajganj | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BCPCL is working on Payra–Gopalganj–Aminbazar 400 kV line. |
| 171 | What is the shareholding structure of BCPCL? | A. 60:40 B. 75:25 C. 50:50 D. 40:60 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C NWPGCL and CMC each hold 50% in BCPCL. |
| 172 | RNPL is a joint venture of which two companies? | A. BPDB & NTPC B. EGCB & CMC C. RPCL & NORINCO D. NWPGCL & BHEL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C RNPL is a JV of RPCL and NORINCO (China). |
| 173 | What is the transmission voltage of Sirajganj–Gopalganj–Aminbazar line? | A. 132 kV B. 220 kV C. 400 kV D. 765 kV | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The line is a 400 kV double circuit for Payra evacuation. |
| 174 | Total share capital of BCPCL is worth: | A. 50 Billion BDT B. 40 Billion BDT C. 60 Billion BDT D. 25 Billion BDT | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Authorized capital is BDT 50 Billion. |
| 175 | BPDB holds how much of Rampal power output? | A. 75% B. 90% C. 100% D. 60% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BPDB buy all the power. |
| 176 | Which coal technology is used in Matarbari? | A. Circulating fluidized B. Subcritical C. Ultra-supercritical D. IGCC | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Matarbari project uses ultra-supercritical technology. |
| 177 | What is the main fuel for BCPCL’s Payra Plant? | A. LNG B. HFO C. Coal D. Diesel | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C BCPCL’s 1320 MW plant is coal-fired. |
| 178 | What is the current MVA capacity of grid substations in BD? | A. 70,000 B. 75,000 C. 78,266 D. 80,000 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C As of 2025, grid substation capacity is 78,266 MVA. Update |
| 179 | How many s irrigation electricity connections exist? | A. 3.2 lakh B. 4.5 lakh C. 4.98 lakh D. 5.2 lakh | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C 4.98 lakh irrigation connections are recorded. Update |
| 180 | What is the current total transmission line length in BD? | A. 16,000 km B. 17,363.2 km C. 18,000 km D. 19,500 km | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B As per 2025 update, it's 17,363.2 circuit kilometers. |
| 181 | When was CPGCBL incorporated? | A. 2011 B. 2010 C. 2014 D. 2009 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Coal Power Generation Company Bangladesh Ltd. was registered on 5 Sept 2011. |
| 182 | What is the estimated cost of Matarbari 2×600 MW project? | A. 42,000 crore BDT B. 51,854.88 crore BDT C. 39,000 crore BDT D. 60,000 crore BDT | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B The RDPP approved cost is 51,854.88 crore BDT. |
| 183 | Which consortium is EPC contractor of RNPL Payra plant? | A. Sumitomo-Toshiba-IHI B. BHEL India C. TEPC-CHEC-CWEC D. Mitsubishi Corp | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The EPC contract was signed with TEPC-CHEC-CWEC consortium (China). |
| 184 | Which Bangladeshi state company owns majority of BR Powergen shares? | A. RPCL B. BPDB C. EGCB D. PGCB | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BPDB holds 63.44% shares of BR Powergen Ltd. |
| 185 | What is the capacity of Madhumati HFO Power Plant under NWPGCL? | A. 100 MW B. 200 MW C. 150 MW D. 250 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A NWPGCL operates Madhumati 100 MW HFO-based power plant. |
| 186 | Where is the Bheramara 410 MW power plant located? | A. Rajshahi B. Kushtia C. Sirajganj D. Khulna | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Bheramara plant is in Kushtia district. |
| 187 | Which plant under APSCL uses modular PPP model? | A. 200 MW Modular B. 225 MW CCPP C. 450 MW South D. 400 MW East | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A APSCL’s 200 MW modular plant was built under PPP with United Energy. |
| 188 | How much share of EGCB is owned by BPDB? | A. 100% B. 91% C. 75% D. 60% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A EGCB is a state-owned company under BPDB with full control. |
| 189 | Which year did EGCB receive ISO certifications? | A. 2015 B. 2017 C. 2019 D. 2021 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C EGCB achieved ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 in May 2019. |
| 190 | Which company established Sirajganj solar plant? | A. RPCL B. NWPGCL C. APSCL D. BCPCL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B NWPGCL built 6.55 MW grid-connected solar PV in Sirajganj. |
| 191 | What is the transmission capacity at 33 kV level? | A. 25,000 MW B. 30,000 MW C. 35,138 MW D. 40,000 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Dispatch capacity at 33 kV is recorded as 35,138 MW. Update |
| 192 | Which power project has township development for resettlement? | A. Rampal B. RNPL C. Payra D. Barapukuria | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B RNPL built a township with school, mosque, cyclone center etc. |
| 193 | What is the % ownership of Power Division in BR Powergen? | A. 63.44% B. 8.98% C. 18.28% D. 20% | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Power Division holds 8.98% of BR Powergen Ltd. |
| 194 | How many substations exist at 132/33 kV level (2025)? | A. 100 B. 122 C. 142 D. 160 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Total 142 substations exist at 132/33 kV level. Update |
| 195 | Which company runs the largest coal-fired power project in BD? | A. APSCL B. BCPCL C. RNPL D. CPGCBL | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B BCPCL operates Payra 1320 MW, currently the largest. |
| 196 | Which plant has water discharge used for irrigation of 36,000 acres? | A. Matarbari B. Ashuganj C. Sirajganj D. Bheramara | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B APSCL’s cooling discharge water irrigates ~36,000 acres in Ashuganj-Sarail. |
| 197 | When was NWPGCL incorporated? | A. 2005 B. 2007 C. 2010 D. 2012 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B NWPGCL was formed on 28 August 2007. |
| 198 | What is the substation capacity at 400/230 kV level? | A. 8,000 MVA B. 12,180 MVA C. 15,000 MVA D. 9,500 MVA | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Total installed capacity at 400/230 kV substations is 12,180 MVA. Update |
| 199 | Who supplies gas to APSCL power station? | A. GTCL B. Petrobangla C. Bakhrabad Gas Distribution Co. D. Titas Gas | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Bakhrabad Gas Distribution Company Ltd supplies gas to APSCL. |
| 200 | What is the current number of electricity consumers in Bangladesh? | A. 4.2 crore B. 4.5 crore C. 4.86 crore D. 5 crore | |
| 201 | When did SREDA officially begin its operations? | a) 2012 b) 2013 c) 2014 d) 2015 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Although formed in 2012, SREDA officially started its operations on May 22, 2014. |
| 202 | Which of the following projects was implemented with JICA support under SREDA? | a) TARERAP b) Household Energy Platform c) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Promotion d) Biomass Fuel Mapping | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C This project was financed by JICA to promote energy efficiency. |
| 203 | What is the total renewable energy installed capacity in Bangladesh as per the latest data? | a) 1252.15 MW b) 380.14 MW c) 1338.3 MW d) 1632.29 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Total renewable capacity = 380.14 (off-grid) + 1252.15 (on-grid). Update |
| 204 | Which energy source contributes the highest MW in Bangladesh's renewable portfolio? | a) Wind b) Biogas c) Solar d) Hydro | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Solar contributes 1338.3 MW, the largest share of renewable energy. Update |
| 205 | What type of turbine is used in Kaptai Hydro Power Plant (latest addition)? | a) Francis b) Kaplan c) Pelton d) Impulse | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B The 4th and 5th units added in 1988 are Kaplan-type turbines. |
| 206 | When was the first wind power project in Bangladesh established? | a) 1982 b) 2005 c) 2014 d) 2008 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B The Sonagazi, Feni wind project was launched in 2005 as the first one. |
| 207 | Which of the following locations currently has a functioning wind power plant? | a) Khulna b) Barisal c) Kutubdia d) Rajshahi | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C A wind power project exists in Kutubdia, Cox’s Bazar. |
| 208 | What was the daily average generation of wind power in Sonagazi in 2014? | a) 10,000 units b) 16,830 units c) 5,000 units d) 22,000 units | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B In 2014, Sonagazi project produced about 16,830 units/day. |
| 209 | Which energy source is not used in Bangladesh for power generation yet? | a) Biomass b) Tidal c) Biogas d) Hydro | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Tidal energy is not currently used in Bangladesh’s energy mix. |
| 210 | IDCOL is associated with the promotion of which renewable energy system? | a) Wind b) Solar Home Systems c) Hydro d) Geothermal | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B IDCOL is widely known for financing Solar Home Systems (SHS). |
| 211 | Bangladesh's government has exempted duties on all except: | a) LED lights b) Solar panels c) Coal imports d) Charge controllers | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Renewable-related items enjoy tax exemptions, not coal. |
| 212 | What is the total wind energy capacity installed in Bangladesh? | a) 0.4 MW b) 62.9 MW c) 230 MW d) 90 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Wind: 2 MW (off-grid) + 60.9 MW (on-grid) = 62.9 MW total. Update |
| 213 | Which technology is used in SREDA's assessment of wind power potential? | a) Wind Turbine Mapping b) Wind Lidar c) Wind Resource Mapping d) Barometric Analysis | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Wind potential was assessed under Wind Resource Mapping Project. |
| 214 | What is the maximum wind speed range in Bangladesh for power potential? | a) 3–4 m/s b) 4.5–5.5 m/s c) 5.75–7.75 m/s d) 8–10 m/s | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C NREL's report found areas with 5.75–7.75 m/s, suitable for wind power. |
| 215 | What is the target for wind power generation in Bangladesh by 2030? | a) 600 MW b) 900 MW c) 1370 MW d) 3000 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Government aims to produce 1370 MW from wind by 2030. |
| 216 | First biogas plant in Bangladesh was built in which year? | a) 1985 b) 1992 c) 1972 d) 2000 | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Biogas technology was first introduced in 1972. |
| 217 | What is the maximum electricity generation capacity from poultry-based biogas in Bangladesh? | a) 100 kW b) 200 kW c) 500 kW d) 1 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Poultry biogas units can produce up to 0.5 MW (500 kW). |
| 218 | Which waste type is not used in waste-to-energy pilot projects in Bangladesh? | a) Municipal waste b) Slaughterhouse waste c) Plastic waste d) Dairy waste | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C SREDA projects focus on organic and municipal waste, not plastics. |
| 219 | Which area is NOT part of the 6 surveyed municipalities for waste-to-energy feasibility? | a) Mymensingh b) Rajshahi c) Habiganj d) Jessore | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B The selected sites are: Mymensingh, Cox's Bazar, Sirajganj, Habiganj, Dinajpur, and Jessore. |
| 220 | What is the total electricity generation target from biomass/biogas by 2021 set by SREDA? | a) 20 MW b) 25.5 MW c) 31.08 MW d) 50 MW | Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C SREDA targeted 31.08 MW from biomass and biogas by 2021. |
| National Renewable Energy Development Strategy (2026–2030) – Power Division, July 2026 | Most likely questions | |||
| 221 | The National Renewable Energy Development Strategy published in July 2026 covers which period? | A) 2030–2050 B) 2026–2030 C) 2021–2025 D) 2026–2041 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It is a five-year strategy (2026–2030) prepared by the Power Division, Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 222 | Which Division prepared the National Renewable Energy Development Strategy (2026–2030)? | A) Power Division B) Economic Relations Division C) Energy and Mineral Resources Division D) Finance Division |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A The strategy was issued by the Power Division of the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 223 | The strategy is called a 'living document'. When is its mid-term evaluation planned? | A) July 2030 B) July 2028 C) July 2029 D) July 2027 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It will be reviewed regularly according to progress, and a mid-term evaluation is scheduled for July 2028. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 224 | What minimum share of total electricity generation is targeted from renewable sources by 2030? | A) 20% B) 30% C) 10% D) 40% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A The government has set a target of at least 20% renewable electricity by 2030 (this is the 2030 target of this strategy, separate from older 2041 targets). Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 225 | What peak demand is projected for 2030? | A) 18,000–19,000 MW B) 15,000–16,000 MW C) 40,000–45,000 MW D) 24,000–25,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Peak demand is expected to climb from the present 18,000 MW to roughly 24,000–25,000 MW in 2030. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 226 | How much additional renewable capacity must be added by 2030 (ideal scenario)? | A) 20,000–22,000 MW B) 1,000–2,000 MW C) 5,000–6,000 MW D) 10,000–12,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Since about 2,000 MW already exists, roughly 10,000–12,000 MW more is needed by 2030. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 227 | What is the rooftop solar target in the strategy? | A) 5,500 MW B) 4,500 MW C) 2,500 MW D) 8,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Rooftop solar (government, private, residential and industrial buildings) is assigned a 5,500 MW target. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 228 | What is the target for ground-mounted (utility-scale) solar in the strategy? | A) 1,500 MW B) 5,500 MW C) 8,000 MW D) 4,500 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Large ground-mounted solar centres are assigned 4,500 MW. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 229 | What is the total projected renewable capacity addition in the 2026–2030 table of the strategy? | A) 8,000 MW B) 12,000 MW C) 5,500 MW D) 10,450 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Rooftop 5,500 + ground-mounted 4,500 + wind 150 + waste 200 + others 100 = 10,450 MW. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 230 | Why is rooftop solar given the highest priority for renewable expansion? | A) Limited agricultural land and high population density B) Large hydro potential C) Very strong wind speed all year D) Abundant coal reserves |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A Because of limited farmland and dense population, rooftop solar is prioritised to avoid using agricultural land. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 231 | The strategy proposes amending the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) to require rooftop solar on what share of usable roof area? | A) 30–70% B) 5–10% C) 10–20% D) 90–100% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A BNBC would include a provision to use 30–70% of the usable roof, depending on customer type. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 232 | From 2028, what is proposed for buildings in city corporation areas that do not install rooftop solar as per circulars? | A) Surcharge on electricity bill B) Ban on new gas connection C) Increase in holding tax D) Cancellation of the building plan |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Holding tax in city corporation areas would be increased from 2028 for non-compliance. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 233 | Under the Net Metering Guideline-2025, what does the strategy propose for producer-consumers? | A) A uniform benchmark tariff with a complaint route to BERC B) Different tariffs with no appeal C) A ban on exporting power to the grid D) Free grid connection for all |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A A single benchmark tariff for all producer-consumers is proposed, with the chance to complain to BERC if aggrieved. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 234 | Which methods will be used to implement large ground-mounted solar projects? | A) Only unsolicited proposals B) Only rental power C) Competitive bidding, MPP and PPP D) Only government-funded EPC |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C Competitive bidding, Merchant Power Policy (MPP) and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models will be applied. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 235 | What is a 'Preliminary Letter of Support / Comfort Letter' in the strategy? | A) A power purchase agreement B) A binding loan agreement C) A non-binding letter validating a project's potential and showing conditional willingness to provide finance D) A tax exemption order |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The strategy proposes using it (via Bangladesh Bank and the Power Division) in place of a strict Letter of Commitment during bid submission. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 236 | For ground-mounted solar projects, what will be made mandatory at a suitable stage for part of the output? | A) Nuclear backup B) Diesel backup generator C) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) D) Pumped hydro storage |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C A BESS for a portion of generation will be mandatory in ground-mounted solar projects. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 237 | Approximately how many diesel-run irrigation pumps exist in Bangladesh according to the strategy? | A) About 25 lakh B) About 4 lakh C) About 12 lakh D) About 1 lakh |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C There are about 12 lakh diesel-run and 4 lakh electric irrigation pumps; they will be gradually replaced by solar pumps. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 238 | Where will floating solar be promoted under PPP and private investment? | A) Only the Kaptai Lake B) Government water bodies such as jalmahal, ponds, khal-bil and lakes C) Only the Bay of Bengal D) Only rivers' navigation channels |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Floating solar will be set up in public water bodies through PPP and private investment. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 239 | Who will determine the electricity tariff for all types of EV charging stations? | A) BERC B) NBR C) SREDA D) BPDB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: A BERC will fix the tariff for all categories of charging stations. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 240 | Where is Bangladesh's only hydropower plant, mentioned in the strategy, located? | A) Bandarban B) Sylhet C) Cox's Bazar D) Kaptai |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Kaptai is the only hydropower station; the strategy promotes its modernisation and capacity increase. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 241 | Which commission is to declare the evening as 'super peak hour' to reduce electricity use? | A) PGCB B) SREDA C) BERC D) BPDB |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C The evening peak is the highest, so BERC will declare it a super peak hour to cut load and save cost. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 242 | What minimum share of electricity is targeted to be saved through energy efficiency and conservation by 2030? | A) 5% B) 25% C) 10% D) At least 15% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D Energy-efficient equipment and conservation in industry, commerce and homes aim to save at least 15% electricity. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 243 | Mandatory energy audits are proposed for which group? | A) Irrigation pump owners only B) Designated Consumers C) All household consumers D) Rooftop solar owners only |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B SREDA will conduct audits and make them mandatory for nominated large energy consumers (Designated Consumers). Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 244 | How much renewable capacity is expected to be connected to the national grid by 2030, requiring grid modernisation to keep it stable? | A) More than 25,000 MW B) More than 10,000 MW C) About 5,000 MW D) About 2,000 MW |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Integration of over 10,000 MW requires grid modernisation, capacity, reliability and stability. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 245 | What does FGMO stand for? | A) Full Grid Monitoring Option B) Frequency Gain Management Operation C) Free Governor Mode of Operation D) Fixed Generator Mode of Output |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: C FGMO and Automatic Generation Control (AGC) will be implemented in power plants to control frequency and keep the grid stable. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 246 | Before approving any utility-scale renewable project, which study must be completed? | A) Tariff Impact Study B) Grid Integration Study C) Fuel Supply Study D) Seismic Study |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B A Grid Integration Study, transmission connectivity, power evacuation facility and System Impact Assessment are required. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 247 | Which fund is proposed for easy, long-term, low-interest financing of the renewable sector? | A) National Solar Bond B) Renewable Energy Development Fund C) Rural Electrification Fund D) Green Bank Fund |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B It will be formed with local and foreign financial institutions, development partners, climate funds and public-private partners. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 248 | Which Paris Agreement articles are referred to for carbon credit projects in the strategy? | A) Articles 4.1 and 4.2 B) Articles 6.2 and 6.4 C) Articles 13.1 and 13.5 D) Articles 9.1 and 9.5 |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B Carbon credit processing follows Article 6.2, 6.4 and the Voluntary Carbon Market, with Corresponding Adjustment and MRV. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 249 | What minimum share of women is to be ensured among trainees in renewable energy training? | A) 50% B) 30% C) 20% D) 10% |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: B At least 30% of trainees must be women (SREDA and NSDA). Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
| 250 | A 'National Policy Council' to review renewable energy progress is proposed under whose leadership? | A) Minister of Power B) Cabinet Secretary C) Chairman of SREDA D) The Honourable Prime Minister |
Show AnswerHide AnswerAnswer: D It will provide direction and review progress of renewable energy expansion. Verify source: National Renewable Energy Development Strategy 2026–2030 (Power Division) |
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