The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released the official recruitment notification for 31 vacancies across various posts including Plumber, Fire & Rescue Officer, Beat Forest Officer, Assistant Project Engineer, Conservation Officer, Lecturer in Arabic, Police Constable, Compounder Gr. IV, and Electrician. Eligible candidates can apply online through the Kerala PSC One Time Registration (OTR) portal on or before 7 October 2026 at keralapsc.gov.in.
Important Dates
| Last Date for Online Application | 7 October 2026 |
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| Written / OMR / Online Exam Date | To be Notified on KPSC Website |
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Application Fee
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
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| Maximum Age | 45 to 47 Years (Varies post-wise) |
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| Age Relaxation | As per Kerala PSC / Government Rules. |
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Eligibility Criteria
| Plumber / Asst Prison Officer | Pass in SSLC (10th) or equivalent. |
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| Police Constable / Fire & Rescue / Beat Forest Officer | Pass in Plus Two (12th / Higher Secondary). |
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| Electrician | ITI Trade Certificate in Electrician OR Diploma in Electrical Engineering. |
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| Junior Assistant | Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce from a recognized University. |
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| Asst Project Engineer | B.Tech in Civil Engineering / Agricultural Engineering. |
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| Conservation Officer / Lecturer | Master’s Degree in Chemistry / Arabic. |
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| Compounder Gr. IV | Diploma in Pharmacy + First-Aid Certificate. |
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Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Scale of Pay (₹) |
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| Artist | Anticipated | Rs. 35,600 - 75,400/- |
| Compounder Gr. IV | 01 | Rs. 30,200 - 62,650/- |
| Plumber (By Transfer) | 08 | Rs. 25,800 - 59,300/- |
| Laboratory Attender | 01 | Rs. 23,700 - 52,600/- |
| Junior Assistant | 01 | Rs. 20,180 - 46,990/- |
| Assistant Project Engineer | 01 | Rs. 19,240 - 34,500/- |
| Conservation Officer | 01 | Rs. 50,200 - 1,05,300/- |
| Lecturer in Arabic | 01 | Rs. 55,200 - 1,15,300/- |
| Police Constable | 01 | Rs. 31,100 - 66,800/- |
| Fire & Rescue Officer | 07 | Rs. 27,900 - 63,700/- |
| Assistant Prison Officer | 01 | Rs. 27,900 - 63,700/- |
| Electrician (ITI Trade) | 01 | Rs. 26,500 - 60,700/- |
| Electrician (Diploma) | 01 | Rs. 19,000 - 43,600/- |
| Beat Forest Officer | 06 | Rs. 27,900 - 63,700/- |
| Total Vacancies | 31 Posts (+ Anticipated) |
How to Apply Online for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official Kerala PSC website: www.keralapsc.gov.in via the One Time Registration (OTR) system.
- Candidates registering for the first time must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal before applying.
- Already registered candidates can log in to their profile using their User ID and Password.
- Click on the ‘Notification’ link and find the respective post code/name.
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button against the post you wish to apply for.
- Ensure that your uploaded photograph is not older than 6 months and meets KPSC specifications.
- Verify all details in the application preview before final submission.
- Submit the online application on or before 07 October 2026 (Midnight).
- Download and take a printout of the submitted profile/application for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
