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Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts, Category 162 to 173/2026
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Kerala Public Service Commission has released the Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 notification for 16 posts. The last date to apply is 02 December 2026. The application fee is Nil for All Eligible Candidates. Apply only through the official website (keralapsc.gov.in).
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| Name of post | Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts, Category 162 to 173/2026 |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Job location | Kerala |
| Total vacancies | 16 posts |
| Last date to apply | 02 December 2026 |
| Pay / salary | The posts carry different pay scales depending on the recruiting department and position. Assistant Professor salaries are governed by applicable UGC norms.; These are the notified pay scales and do not represent fixed monthly in-hand salaries. Actual remuneration will be subject to applicable allowances and deductions.; Post Name : Pay Scale; Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/CFP) : Rs. 29,490 - Rs. 85,160; Attender : Rs. 12,100 - Rs. 19,650; Assistant Professor in Cardiology : As per UGC Norms; Assistant Professor in Pathology : As per UGC Norms; Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery : As per UGC Norms; CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II : Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700; Police Constable (Trainee) : Rs. 31,100 - Rs. 66,800; LD Typist / Clerk Typist / Typist Clerk : Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700 |
| Selection process | Online application and eligibility scrutiny. → Written / OMR / Online examination, if conducted. → Physical measurement and Physical Efficiency Test for applicable posts, including Police Constable. → Verification of original educational, professional, experience and community certificates. → Preparation of the applicable category-wise, community-wise or district-wise ranked list. → Advice for appointment according to the relevant vacancy and recruitment rules. → Selection will be conducted according to Kerala PSC rules applicable to each post. The Commission may conduct a written, OMR-based or online examination, along with physical tests or other assessments where prescribed. → Important: The Gazette does not announce a single common examination date or a uniform examination pattern for all 12 categories. Examination confirmation and admission ticket instructions will be published separately when applicable. → Selection depends on the post and may involve a written, OMR or online test, physical tests where applicable, document verification and preparation of ranked lists. |
| Posted on | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 31 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Gazette Notification Date30 October 2026
- Last date to apply02 December 2026
- Application Closing Time12:00 Midnight, as Notified
- Exam Confirmation DateWILL ANNOUNCE
- Examination DateWILL ANNOUNCE
- Admission Ticket ReleaseWILL ANNOUNCE
Application Fee
- All Eligible CandidatesNil
No application fee is required for applying through the Kerala PSC One Time Registration system under these notifications.
Applicants must submit their applications through their registered Kerala PSC profile. No separate application fee payment is required.
Category : Application Fee
There is no application fee for these Kerala PSC One Time Registration notifications.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits differ by post and recruitment category. Candidates must check the notified date-of-birth range and applicable relaxation conditions.
- Age relaxation, including special relaxations applicable to particular categories, is governed by the respective notification and Kerala PSC General Conditions. The notified upper age limits should not be automatically increased for every candidate.
- The age limit varies by post, from 18-33 years for the notified Police Constable post to 18-50 or 22-50 years for certain other positions, subject to the individual notification.
Total Post
16 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale
- The posts carry different pay scales depending on the recruiting department and position. Assistant Professor salaries are governed by applicable UGC norms.
- These are the notified pay scales and do not represent fixed monthly in-hand salaries. Actual remuneration will be subject to applicable allowances and deductions.
- Post Name : Pay Scale
- Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/CFP) : Rs. 29,490 - Rs. 85,160
- Attender : Rs. 12,100 - Rs. 19,650
- Assistant Professor in Cardiology : As per UGC Norms
- Assistant Professor in Pathology : As per UGC Norms
- Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery : As per UGC Norms
- CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II : Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700
- Police Constable (Trainee) : Rs. 31,100 - Rs. 66,800
- LD Typist / Clerk Typist / Typist Clerk : Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700
Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
|---|---|
| Gazette Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Category Numbers | 162/2026 to 173/2026 |
| Post Names | Laboratory Assistant, Attender, Assistant Professor, CSR Technician, Sterilisation Technician, Police Constable, LD Typist and Other Notified Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Departments / Organizations | Medical Education, Kerala Police, NCC/Sainik Welfare, MILMA and Travancore-Cochin Chemicals Limited |
| Qualification | 7th Pass, SSLC, Plus Two, B.Sc., MD/DNB, DM/M.Ch. or Other Prescribed Post-Specific Qualifications |
| Age Limit | Post-Wise and Category-Wise |
| Salary | Post-Wise Pay Scales / UGC Norms |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Mode | Online through One Time Registration |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 December 2026 |
| Selection Process | As per Kerala PSC Post-Wise Selection Rules |
| Job Location | Kerala |
| Official Website | www.keralapsc.gov.in |
- Important: Several vacancies are notified under NCA (No Candidate Available) or Special Recruitment provisions for particular communities. Candidates belonging to other communities cannot apply for those restricted vacancies. The Laboratory Assistant Society Category is also restricted to eligible employees of affiliated co-operative societies.
Kerala PSC Vacancy 2026
- Kerala PSC has notified 16 existing vacancies across 12 category numbers, covering different qualifications and reservation groups.
Kerala PSC Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category No. | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 162/2026 | Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/CFP) - General | 1 |
| 163/2026 | Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/CFP) - Society Category | 2 |
| 164/2026 | Attender (ST Only) | 1 |
| 165/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiology - Muslim | 2 |
| 166/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiology - LC/AI | 2 |
| 167/2026 | Assistant Professor in Pathology - Dheevara | 1 |
| 168/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiology - SC | 1 |
| 169/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery - Dheevara | 1 |
| 170/2026 | CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II - SC | 2 |
| 171/2026 | CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II - LC/AI | 1 |
| 172/2026 | Police Constable (Trainee) - LC/AI | 1 |
| 173/2026 | LD Typist / Clerk Typist / Typist Clerk - SC Ex-Servicemen | 1 |
| Total | 16 |
- Important: These are the existing vacancies specified in the individual notifications. Depending on the applicable rules, additional vacancies reported during the validity of the respective ranked lists may also be filled.
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Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Eligibility differs across the 12 notified categories. Candidates must satisfy the relevant educational qualification, age limit, service experience, community reservation and physical requirements before applying.
Kerala PSC Post-Wise Educational Qualification
| Category No. | Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 162/2026 | Laboratory Assistant - General | B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Microbiology from a Recognized University |
| 163/2026 | Laboratory Assistant - Society | Relevant B.Sc. Degree and 3 Years of Regular Service in an Eligible Affiliated Member Society |
| 164/2026 | Attender | 7th Standard Pass |
| 165-166/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiology | DM/DNB/DrNB in Cardiology, Basic Course in Biomedical Research and Prescribed Permanent Medical Registration |
| 167/2026 | Assistant Professor in Pathology | MD/DNB in Pathology with Prescribed Experience or an Accepted Alternative, and Permanent Medical Registration |
| 168/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiology | DM/DNB/DrNB in Cardiology, Basic Course in Biomedical Research and Permanent Medical Registration |
| 169/2026 | Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery | M.Ch./DNB/DrNB in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Basic Course in Biomedical Research and Permanent Medical Registration |
| 170-171/2026 | CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II | SSLC with Prescribed Central Sterile Supply Technology Diploma, Medical Electronics/Instrument Mechanic Qualification or Accepted Equivalent |
| 172/2026 | Police Constable (Trainee) | Higher Secondary Examination (Plus Two) or Equivalent, with Prescribed Physical Standards |
| 173/2026 | LD Typist / Clerk Typist | SSLC, Prescribed Malayalam and English Typewriting Qualifications and Computer Word Processing Qualification |
- Candidates must satisfy the complete educational, professional registration, experience and category conditions of their respective notification. Equivalent qualifications will be accepted only as permitted under the relevant Kerala PSC and Government rules.
Kerala PSC Laboratory Assistant Eligibility - Category 162 and 163/2026
| Particulars | Category 162/2026 | Category 163/2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Recruitment Category | General Open Market | Society Category |
| Vacancies | 1 | 2 |
| Qualification | Relevant B.Sc. | Relevant B.Sc. with 3 Years of Qualifying Regular Society Service |
| Age Limit | 18-44 Years | 18-50 Years |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 29,490 - Rs. 85,160 | Rs. 29,490 - Rs. 85,160 |
- Both Laboratory Assistant categories require a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Microbiology. However, Category 163/2026 is restricted to eligible regular employees of MILMA-affiliated member societies with at least three years of qualifying regular service.
- Separate ranked lists will be prepared for the General and Society categories. The notification specifies a 1:1 apportionment principle when advising candidates against reported vacancies.
Kerala PSC Assistant Professor Eligibility 2026
- Cardiology: DM/DNB/DrNB in Cardiology, completed Basic Course in Biomedical Research and permanent registration under the prescribed Medical Council.
- Pathology: MD/DNB in Pathology with one year of prescribed Senior Resident experience or another specifically accepted experience route, and permanent medical registration.
- Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery: M.Ch./DNB/DrNB in the concerned specialty, completed Basic Course in Biomedical Research and permanent medical registration.
- The Medical Education Department notifications cover postgraduate and super-specialty faculty posts. Applicants must hold the relevant qualifications and meet the prescribed experience, research-course and medical registration requirements.
- The Pathology notification provides additional accepted experience pathways for certain tutors, demonstrators, Armed Forces specialists and other qualified medical professionals. Applicants must refer to Category 167/2026 for the exact conditions.
Kerala PSC Police Constable Eligibility 2026
| Physical Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 168 cm |
| Minimum Chest | 81 cm |
| Chest Expansion | Minimum 5 cm |
| Distant Vision | 6/6 in Each Eye without Glasses |
| Near Vision | 0.5 Snellen in Each Eye without Glasses |
| Physical Efficiency Test | Qualify in 5 of 8 Prescribed Events |
- Category 172/2026 is for a Police Constable (Trainee) in the Armed Police Battalion, Ernakulam (KAP I), restricted to eligible LC/AI community candidates.
- Important: Women candidates and differently abled candidates are not eligible for this particular Police Constable NCA notification, as expressly stated in Category 172/2026. Applicants must also meet the complete medical and physical fitness standards.
Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Community-Wise Eligibility
| Category No. | Eligible Community / Group |
|---|---|
| 162/2026 | General Open Market |
| 163/2026 | Eligible Employees of MILMA-Affiliated Member Societies |
| 164/2026 | Scheduled Tribe Only |
| 165/2026 | Muslim |
| 166/2026 | LC/AI |
| 167/2026 | Dheevara |
| 168/2026 | Scheduled Caste |
| 169/2026 | Dheevara |
| 170/2026 | Scheduled Caste, with the Notified ST Consideration Provision |
| 171/2026 | LC/AI |
| 172/2026 | LC/AI |
| 173/2026 | Scheduled Caste Ex-Servicemen Only |
- Several posts are notified exclusively for specific reservation communities. Applications from candidates outside the eligible community will be rejected for the applicable restricted categories.
- Important: NCA means No Candidate Available. These recruitments are intended to fill specified vacancies left unfilled from earlier selection processes because eligible candidates from the notified community were unavailable.
Kerala PSC Salary 2026
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Laboratory Assistant (Dairy/CFP) | Rs. 29,490 - Rs. 85,160 |
| Attender | Rs. 12,100 - Rs. 19,650 |
| Assistant Professor in Cardiology | As per UGC Norms |
| Assistant Professor in Pathology | As per UGC Norms |
| Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery | As per UGC Norms |
| CSR Technician Grade-II / Sterilisation Technician Grade-II | Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700 |
| Police Constable (Trainee) | Rs. 31,100 - Rs. 66,800 |
| LD Typist / Clerk Typist / Typist Clerk | Rs. 26,500 - Rs. 60,700 |
- The posts carry different pay scales depending on the recruiting department and position. Assistant Professor salaries are governed by applicable UGC norms.
- These are the notified pay scales and do not represent fixed monthly in-hand salaries. Actual remuneration will be subject to applicable allowances and deductions.
Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
- Eligible candidates can apply online through Kerala PSC's One Time Registration portal. Applicants who have already registered can log in to their existing profiles and select the relevant category notification.
- Apply Online: Kerala PSC Thulasi One Time Registration Portal
- Official Notification Listing: Kerala PSC Gazette - 30 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 2 December 2026.
- Candidates should apply only for categories for which they satisfy the prescribed qualifications, reservation provisions and other eligibility conditions.
Documents Required for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026
- Age and date-of-birth proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets applicable to the post.
- Valid community or reservation certificate for restricted recruitment categories.
- Professional medical registration certificate for applicable Assistant Professor posts.
- Required postgraduate or super-specialty medical qualification certificates.
- Experience and service certificates where prescribed.
- MILMA-affiliated society service certificate for Category 163/2026.
- Applicable technical or typewriting certificates for technician and typist posts.
- Ex-Serviceman discharge and service documents for Category 173/2026.
- Other supporting certificates specified in the individual notification.
- Applicants must possess the prescribed documents supporting their qualification, age, professional registration, experience and community reservation claims. Original certificates must be produced when requested by the Commission.
- New Kerala PSC profiles must comply with the official photograph requirements. Applicants should also provide Aadhaar as an identity document in their profile where applicable.
Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The Gazette dated 30 October 2026 covers Category 162/2026 to 173/2026.
- There are 16 currently notified vacancies across these categories.
- Applications close on 2 December 2026.
- One Time Registration is mandatory for online application.
- No application fee is required.
- Applicants must satisfy the exact post-specific qualifications.
- Most categories are restricted by community, society service or Ex-Serviceman eligibility.
- Community-restricted vacancies cannot be treated as General Open Market vacancies.
- Police Constable candidates must satisfy the prescribed physical and medical requirements.
- Eligible applicants may need to submit examination confirmation if a written/OMR/online test is announced.
- Original certificates must be produced when called for verification.
- Candidates should regularly check their Kerala PSC Thulasi profiles for examination and recruitment updates.
More Details
- Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Online application and eligibility scrutiny.
- Written / OMR / Online examination, if conducted.
- Physical measurement and Physical Efficiency Test for applicable posts, including Police Constable.
- Verification of original educational, professional, experience and community certificates.
- Preparation of the applicable category-wise, community-wise or district-wise ranked list.
- Advice for appointment according to the relevant vacancy and recruitment rules.
- Selection will be conducted according to Kerala PSC rules applicable to each post. The Commission may conduct a written, OMR-based or online examination, along with physical tests or other assessments where prescribed.
- Important: The Gazette does not announce a single common examination date or a uniform examination pattern for all 12 categories. Examination confirmation and admission ticket instructions will be published separately when applicable.
- Selection depends on the post and may involve a written, OMR or online test, physical tests where applicable, document verification and preparation of ranked lists.
How to Apply Online for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official Kerala PSC website at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
- Open the Notifications section and locate the Extra Ordinary Gazette dated 30 October 2026.
- Choose the relevant notification from Category 162/2026 to 173/2026.
- Download and read the complete post-specific notification carefully.
- Open the Kerala PSC Thulasi One Time Registration portal.
- Complete One Time Registration if not already registered.
- Log in using the registered User ID and password.
- Verify personal information, educational qualifications, community details and other eligibility information in the profile.
- Select the relevant recruitment notification and click the Apply Now button.
- Review the application information and ensure that the prescribed qualification and community conditions are satisfied.
- Submit the online application by 2 December 2026.
- Save or print the application from the My Applications section for future reference.
- Follow the examination confirmation instructions if Kerala PSC subsequently announces a test for the selected post.
- Important: Applications cannot ordinarily be deleted or altered after submission. Candidates should ensure that all profile information and eligibility claims are correct before applying.
Important Links
| Official Website (www.keralapsc.gov.in) | Click Here keralapsc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / One Time Registration | Click Here thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in |
| Official Gazette - Category 162 to 173/2026 | Click Here keralapsc.gov.in |
| View Notification PDFs | Download keralapsc.gov.in |
| Attender Notification - 164/2026 | Download keralapsc.gov.in |
| CSR / Sterilisation Technician - 170 and 171/2026 | Click Here keralapsc.gov.in |
| Police Constable Notification - 172/2026 | Download keralapsc.gov.in |
| LD Typist Notification - 173/2026 | Download keralapsc.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here keralapsc.gov.in |
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Gazette Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Category Numbers | 162/2026 to 173/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Departments / Organizations | Medical Education, Kerala Police, NCC/Sainik Welfare, MILMA and Travancore-Cochin Chemicals Limited |
| Qualification | 7th Pass, SSLC, Plus Two, B.Sc., MD/DNB, DM/M.Ch. or Other Prescribed Post-Specific Qualifications |
| Age Limit | Post-Wise and Category-Wise |
| Salary | Post-Wise Pay Scales / UGC Norms |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Mode | Online through One Time Registration |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 December 2026 |
| Selection Process | As per Kerala PSC Post-Wise Selection Rules |
| Job Location | Kerala |
| Link Description | Link |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 02 December 2026.
How many vacancies are there in Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
There are 16 posts in total.
What is the age limit for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
The minimum and maximum age limits differ by post and recruitment category. Candidates must check the notified date-of-birth range and applicable relaxation conditions; Age relaxation, including special relaxations applicable to particular categories, is governed by the respective notification and Kerala PSC General Conditions. The notified upper age limits should not be automatically increased for every candidate; The age limit varies by post, from 18-33 years for the notified Police Constable post to 18-50 or 22-50 years for certain other positions, subject to the individual notification.
What is the application fee for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
All Eligible Candidates: Nil.
What qualification is needed for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility differs across the 12 notified categories. Candidates must satisfy the relevant educational qualification, age limit, service experience, community reservation and physical requirements before applying. | 162/2026: B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Microbiology from a Recognized University | 163/2026: Relevant B.Sc. Degree and 3 Years of Regular Service in an Eligible …
What is the selection process for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
Online application and eligibility scrutiny, Written / OMR / Online examination, if conducted, Physical measurement and Physical Efficiency Test for applicable posts, including Police Constable, Verification of original educational, professional, experience and community certificates, Preparation of the applicable category-wise, community-wise or district-wise ranked list, Advice for appointment according to the relevant vacancy and recruitment rules, Selection will be conducted according to Kerala PSC rules applicable to each post. The Commission may conduct a written, OMR-based or online examination, along with physical tests or other assessments where prescribed, Important: The Gazette does not announce a single common examination date or a uniform examination pattern for all 12 categories. Examination confirmation and admission ticket instructions will be published separately when applicable, Selection depends on the post and may involve a written, OMR or online test, physical tests where applicable, document verification and preparation of ranked lists.
What is the official website for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/.
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