🌴 Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 — 16 Posts (Cat 23–38)!
AMVI • Dairy Extension Officer • Police Constable Driver • Assistant Surgeon & More
📅 Last Date: 01 July 2026 | No Application Fee📝 Apply Online →
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released a major batch of recruitment notifications through its Extra Ordinary Gazette dated 30 May 2026, inviting online applications for 16 posts spread across Category 23/2026 to Category 38/2026. These posts span a wide range of government departments — from the Motor Vehicles Department and Kerala Police to Health Services, Dairy Development, Women & Child Development, and several public sector undertakings and boards. Whether you are an SSLC pass candidate, a diploma holder, a graduate, a doctor, or a postgraduate, this Kerala PSC June 2026 recruitment drive has something for almost every qualification level.
The single most important detail to remember is that the last date to apply for all these posts is 01 July 2026 (Wednesday) up to 12 midnight, and every application must be submitted online only through the official KPSC website after completing the One Time Registration (OTR). There is no application fee for any of these posts, which makes this an accessible opportunity for all eligible candidates across Kerala. In this detailed guide, Sarkari Nokrii brings you the complete, verified breakdown of all 16 posts — their scale of pay, number of vacancies, age limits, educational qualifications, method of appointment, and the full step-by-step application process.
📋 Quick Overview
Here is a concise snapshot of the entire Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 (Cat 23–38) notification batch. All posts share a common application window and the same OTR-based application route, but differ in eligibility, pay and vacancy details, which are explained post-wise further below.
| Recruiting Body | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Notification Batch | Category 23/2026 to 38/2026 |
| Gazette Date | 30 May 2026 (Extra Ordinary Gazette) |
| Total Posts | 16 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online only (via One Time Registration) |
| Last Date | 01 July 2026 (Wednesday), 12 Midnight |
| Application Fee | No fee (Free) |
| Pay Range | ₹23,000 – ₹1,23,700 per month (post-wise) |
| Job Location | Kerala (Statewide / District-wise) |
| Official Website | keralapsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
The KPSC June 2026 batch follows a uniform timeline. Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last day, as the portal often experiences heavy traffic close to the deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Gazette / Notification Date | 30 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | From notification date (via OTR) |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 July 2026 (12 Midnight) |
| Exam Confirmation & Admit Card | Last 15 days before test (per Exam Calendar) |
📝 Post-Wise Vacancy, Pay & Department Details
The 16 posts in this batch cover an extraordinary range of departments and pay scales. The table below presents the complete category-wise breakdown, including the department, scale of pay and number of vacancies for each post exactly as stated in the official notifications.
| Cat No | Name of Post | Department | Scale of Pay (₹) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/2026 | Dairy Extension Officer | Dairy Development | 55,200–1,15,300 | Anticipated |
| 24/2026 | Assistant Manager (Production) Gr. II | Pharmaceutical Corp. (IM) Kerala Ltd. | 51,400–1,10,300 | 01 |
| 25/2026 | Child Development Project Officer (Women only) | Women & Child Development | 50,200–1,05,300 | Anticipated |
| 26/2026 | Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) | Motor Vehicles Department | 45,600–95,600 | Anticipated |
| 27/2026 | Scheduled Castes Development Officer Gr. II | SC Development Department | 43,400–91,200 | 01 |
| 28/2026 | Microbiologist (Bacteriologist) (By Transfer) | Kerala Water Authority | 36,500–89,000 | 01 |
| 29/2026 | Cath Lab Technician Gr. II | Health Services | 31,100–66,800 | 01 |
| 30/2026 | Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver | Kerala Police | 31,100–66,800 | Anticipated |
| 31/2026 | Lower Division Typist (By Transfer) | Kerala State Pollution Control Board | 27,900–63,700 | 01 |
| 32/2026 | Computer Assistant Gr. II | Kerala Administrative Tribunal | 27,900–63,700 | 01 |
| 33/2026 | Blacksmith Grade II | Kerala State Water Transport | 25,100–57,900 | 01 (Fresh) |
| 34/2026 | Assistant Surgeon / Casualty Medical Officer (SC/ST) | Health Services | 63,700–1,23,700 | 44 |
| 35/2026 | Office Attendant (SC/ST) | Secretariat / KPSC / Legislature / Audit / AG Office | 23,000–50,200 | 05 |
| 36/2026 | Junior Health Inspector Gr. II (ST only) | Health Services (Alappuzha) | 31,100–66,800 | 01 |
| 37/2026 | Lower Division Typist (ST only) | Various (Kannur) | 26,500–60,700 | 01 |
| 38/2026 | Security Officer (E/T/B — 2nd NCA) | Universities in Kerala | 55,200–1,15,300 | 01 |
Note: "Anticipated" indicates vacancies are not numerically fixed — a Ranked List is prepared and candidates are advised against vacancies reported during the currency of the list. Confirmed vacancies in this batch total 59 across the numbered posts (per KPSC), with several posts carrying anticipated vacancies.
🗂️ Understanding the Recruitment Categories
This KPSC batch is a mix of general recruitment, special recruitment, recruitment by transfer, and NCA (Non-Joining Candidate) recruitment. Understanding which category a post falls under is essential, because eligibility is strictly restricted for some of them.
General Recruitment (open to all eligible candidates): Dairy Extension Officer (Cat 23), AMVI (Cat 26), SC Development Officer (Cat 27), Cath Lab Technician (Cat 29), Police Constable Driver (Cat 30), Computer Assistant (Cat 32) and Blacksmith Grade II (Cat 33) are open to all candidates meeting the eligibility, subject to the rule of reservation.
Women-only Recruitment: The Child Development Project Officer post (Cat 25) is reserved exclusively for women candidates, as the role functions within the Women & Child Development Department.
Recruitment by Transfer: Lower Division Typist for the Pollution Control Board (Cat 31), Microbiologist for Kerala Water Authority (Cat 28), and Assistant Manager (Production) for Pharmaceutical Corporation (Cat 24) are recruitment-by-transfer or in-service posts with specific service conditions. For Cat 31 and Cat 28, applicants must be existing low-paid employees of the respective organisation; for these the rules of reservation under Rules 14–17 of Part II of KS&SSR are not applicable.
Special Recruitment for SC/ST: Assistant Surgeon / Casualty Medical Officer (Cat 34, SC/ST, 44 posts), Office Attendant (Cat 35, SC/ST, 5 posts), Junior Health Inspector Gr. II (Cat 36, ST only, Alappuzha) and Lower Division Typist (Cat 37, ST only, Kannur) are special recruitment drives. Applications from candidates outside the specified community will be summarily rejected without individual communication.
NCA Recruitment: The Security Officer post (Cat 38) is a Second NCA (Non-Joining Candidate) notification for the Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava (E/T/B) community only, issued because qualified candidates were not available after the first NCA notification. This post additionally requires the candidate to be an Ex-serviceman who retired at the rank of Captain (or equivalent in the Navy/Air Force).
🎓 Eligibility — Age Limit & Qualifications (Post-Wise)
Each post carries its own age band and qualification requirement. The table below consolidates the age limits and the essential educational qualifications for all 16 posts. Candidates must verify their eligibility carefully against the specific post before applying, as KPSC summarily rejects applications that do not comply.
| Cat | Post | Age Limit | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | Dairy Extension Officer | 20–41 | B.Sc Dairy Science or B.Tech (Dairy Sci. & Tech.) / NDRI (ICAR) |
| 24 | Asst. Manager (Production) Gr. II | 18–40 | BAM / BAMS / DAM from a recognised university |
| 25 | Child Development Project Officer | 25–45 | Master's in Home Science/Social Work/Sociology/Psychology |
| 26 | Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector | 21–40 | SSLC + Diploma in Automobile/Mechanical Engg. + Driving Licence (HGV/HPMV) |
| 27 | SC Development Officer Gr. II | 18–40 | M.A./M.Sc/M.Com/MSW (MSW/PG in Social Welfare preferred) |
| 28 | Microbiologist (Bacteriologist) | 18–50 | B.Sc with Microbiology as main subject (in-service KWA) |
| 29 | Cath Lab Technician Gr. II | 18–40 | Plus Two (Science) + Degree/Diploma in Cardio Vascular Tech. + 1 yr exp. + KPMC reg. |
| 30 | Police Constable Driver | 20–32 | Plus Two + valid Driving Licence with badge (MC/LMV/HPV/HGV) + physical standards |
| 31 | Lower Division Typist (Transfer) | 18–50 | Plus Two + KGTE Typewriting (Eng. Lower + Mal. Lower) + Computer Word Processing |
| 32 | Computer Assistant Gr. II | 18–40 | Plus Two + KGTE Typewriting Eng. Higher + Computer Word Processing + Mal. Lower |
| 33 | Blacksmith Grade II | 18–40 | SSLC + ITI in Blacksmith trade |
| 34 | Assistant Surgeon / CMO | 18–50 | MBBS (Modern Medicine) + valid TCMC registration |
| 35 | Office Attendant | 18–45 | A pass in SSLC or equivalent |
| 36 | Junior Health Inspector Gr. II | 18–45 | Plus Two (Science) + Diploma in Health Inspector + KPMC reg. |
| 37 | Lower Division Typist (ST) | 18–45 | SSLC + KGTE Typewriting Mal. & Eng. Lower + Computer Word Processing |
| 38 | Security Officer (E/T/B) | 18–50 | Degree in any subject + Ex-serviceman (retired as Captain or equivalent in Navy/Air Force) |
💰 Salary Highlights
The pay scales in this batch range from ₹23,000–₹50,200 for the Office Attendant post up to ₹63,700–₹1,23,700 for the Assistant Surgeon / Casualty Medical Officer post. The high-paying graduate and professional posts include Dairy Extension Officer and Security Officer (₹55,200–₹1,15,300), Assistant Manager Production (₹51,400–₹1,10,300), and Child Development Project Officer (₹50,200–₹1,05,300). Mid-level posts such as Police Constable Driver, Cath Lab Technician and Junior Health Inspector carry a scale of ₹31,100–₹66,800. All these are regular Kerala Government / PSU pay scales and come with applicable Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible allowances as per Kerala State rules.
✅ Selection Process
The selection method depends on the specific post, but generally follows the standard KPSC procedure:
- Written / OMR / Online Test — conducted for most posts; candidates must submit a confirmation through their OTR profile to write the exam and download the admit card in the last 15 days before the test.
- Physical Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — applicable for Police Constable Driver (Cat 30); candidates must meet prescribed height, chest and vision standards and qualify in the national physical efficiency one-star standard test.
- Practical / Driving Test — applicable for Police Constable Driver and AMVI (Cat 26), where proficiency in driving LMV/HPV/HGV must be demonstrated.
- Interview / Document Verification — followed by preparation and publication of the Ranked List.
For posts like Police Constable Driver, candidates must produce a Medical Certificate (vision and physical fitness) in the prescribed format. For experience-based posts, a service/experience certificate in the prescribed format must be uploaded.
📥 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
All applications must be submitted online only through the One Time Registration (OTR) system. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official KPSC website → www.keralapsc.gov.in
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new candidate. Existing registered candidates can log in directly using their User-ID and Password.
- New profiles must upload a recent photograph taken within the last 6 months, with the candidate's name and date of photograph printed legibly at the bottom. The photo remains valid for 10 years.
- Add your Aadhaar card as ID proof in your profile (recommended).
- Open the relevant Notification Link for the post you wish to apply for and click the 'Apply Now' button.
- Verify all details carefully before final submission — once submitted, the application is provisional and cannot be deleted or altered.
- Keep a printout or soft copy of the submitted application (available under 'My Applications') for future reference.
- If a test is conducted, submit the exam confirmation through your OTR profile within the stipulated period, then download the admit card.
Remember: there is no application fee for any of these posts.
⚠️ Critical Warnings
- The application is provisional and cannot be edited or deleted after submission — verify all details before submitting.
- Profile corrections made after the last date will not reflect in already-submitted applications.
- For SC/ST and E/T/B special/NCA recruitment (Cat 34, 35, 36, 37, 38), applications from candidates outside the specified community will be summarily rejected with no individual communication.
- Candidates who do not submit the exam confirmation within the stipulated period will have their applications rejected absolutely.
- Submitting bogus claims regarding education or experience invites disciplinary action under Rule 22 of KPSC Rules of Procedure, including debarment.
- For PwD-excluded posts (AMVI, Police Constable Driver, Security Officer), differently-abled candidates are not eligible to apply.
- Original documents proving qualification, age, community and experience must be produced as and when called for.
- Always verify details from the official Gazette Notification (Part II General Conditions) before applying.
🔗 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Notifications | keralapsc.gov.in/notifications |
| Extra Ordinary Gazette (30/05/2026) | View Official Gazette |
| KPSC Official Website | keralapsc.gov.in |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are notified in Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 (Cat 23–38)?
A total of 16 posts have been notified under Category 23/2026 to 38/2026 via the Extra Ordinary Gazette dated 30 May 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
01 July 2026 (Wednesday) up to 12 midnight, for all posts in this batch.
Q3. Is there any application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any of these Kerala PSC posts.
Q4. How do I apply?
Register under the One Time Registration scheme on www.keralapsc.gov.in, log in to your profile, and click 'Apply Now' on the relevant notification before the last date.
Q5. What is the highest paid post?
Assistant Surgeon / Casualty Medical Officer (Cat 34) at ₹63,700–₹1,23,700 per month, with 44 vacancies for SC/ST candidates.
Q6. Which post has the most vacancies?
Assistant Surgeon / CMO (Cat 34) with 44 vacancies. Several posts carry 'Anticipated Vacancies'.
Q7. What is the age limit?
It varies by post — 18-40, 18-45, 18-50, 20-32, 20-41, 21-40 and 25-45 years, with category relaxations as applicable.
Q8. Are there women-only or community-specific posts?
Yes. Cat 25 (CDPO) is women-only; Cat 38 (Security Officer) is for E/T/B community ex-servicemen; and Cat 34, 35, 36, 37 are SC/ST special recruitment.
Q9. Where are applications submitted?
Online only at www.keralapsc.gov.in after One Time Registration.
Q10. How long is the Ranked List valid?
Generally a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years, except Police Constable Driver (Cat 30) where it ceases after one year from finalization.
📌 Conclusion
The Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 batch (Category 23–38/2026) is one of the most diverse and accessible state government recruitment drives of the year, offering 16 posts across health, transport, police, dairy, child development, and several boards and corporations. With no application fee, pay scales reaching up to ₹1,23,700 per month, and qualifications ranging from SSLC to MBBS and postgraduate degrees, there is a genuine opportunity here for candidates at every level. Whether you are aiming for the high-profile Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, or Police Constable Driver posts, or the entry-level Office Attendant and Blacksmith roles, the key is to apply early and accurately.
Make sure your One Time Registration profile is complete and up to date, double-check your eligibility against the exact post requirement, and submit your application well before the 01 July 2026 deadline. Bookmark Sarkari Nokrii and join our WhatsApp and Telegram channels for instant updates on exam dates, admit cards, syllabus and results for these and other latest Kerala PSC and all-India government job notifications.