Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026: 74+ Latest Vacancies – Apply by November 4

Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released its latest recruitment notification batch under Category Nos. 151/2026 to 161/2026. The Gazette is dated 30 September 2026, and the last date to submit online applications is 4 November 2026 up to 12 midnight.

The latest Kerala PSC notifications cover posts such as Draftsman Grade II, Forest Boat Driver, Higher Secondary School Teacher (Statistics), Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II, Higher Secondary School Teacher (Junior) Arabic, Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver, and KSFE Peon/Watchman.

Important: Not every vacancy in this batch is open to all candidates. Some notifications are General Recruitment, while others are Special Recruitment, NCA recruitment, or recruitment restricted to existing employees. Candidates should check the category number and eligibility conditions carefully before applying.

Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 – Latest Notification Overview

Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 – Job Details

Note: Eligibility differs significantly between category numbers. Some vacancies are open General Recruitment posts, while others are restricted to particular communities, existing employees or departmental candidates. Applicants should read the relevant official notification before applying.

Kerala PSC Latest Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details

1. Draftsman Grade II – Kerala Ports Service (Cat. No. 151/2026)

This is a General Recruitment – Statewide notification in the Kerala Ports Service (Hydrographic Survey Wing).

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹31,100–66,800
• Age Limit: 18–40 years. Usual age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved communities as per Kerala PSC rules.
• Qualification: SSLC or equivalent / Educational Test of the Indian Navy, along with either Survey Recorder Class II qualification of the Hydrographic Survey Branch of the Indian Navy or a Diploma in Civil Engineering issued by the Government of Kerala or a recognised Board of Public Examination.
• Preferential Qualification: Experience in a reputed drawing office, preferably connected with chart drawing.

2. Forest Boat Driver – Direct Recruitment (Cat. No. 153/2026)

Kerala PSC has notified three Forest Boat Driver vacancies under the Forest & Wildlife Department.

• Thrissur: 2 vacancies
• Kozhikode: 1 vacancy
• Salary: ₹26,500–60,700
• Age Limit: 25–40 years, subject to applicable relaxation under the notification.
• Educational Qualification: SSLC or equivalent.
• Technical Requirement: Valid motor boat driving licence and at least three years’ experience as Boat Driver.
• Other Requirements: Basic knowledge of motor boat engine mechanism, ability to carry out minor repairs, and ability to swim.
• Swimming Test: 50 metres within two minutes and two minutes floating ability.

Important: Women candidates and differently abled candidates are not eligible for this Forest Boat Driver notification. Candidates can apply for only one district under this district-wise selection.

3. KSFE Peon/Watchman – 55 Vacancies (Cat. No. 152/2026)

Kerala State Financial Enterprises Limited (KSFE) has notified 55 Peon/Watchman vacancies. However, this category is not an open recruitment for the general public.

• Eligible candidates: Employees working as Part-Time Sweeper-cum-Scavenger, Packer, Despatcher or Gardener in KSFE with at least three years of service, as specified in the notification.
• Qualification: Pass in Standard VI (New) or equivalent.
• Age Limit: 18–50 years.
• Salary: ₹24,500–42,900.

4. Higher Secondary School Teacher – Statistics (Cat. No. 155/2026)

This is a Special Recruitment notification for Scheduled Tribe candidates only in Kerala Higher Secondary Education.

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹55,200–1,15,300
• Age Limit: 20–49 years
• Qualification: Master’s Degree in Statistics with not less than 45% marks from a University in Kerala or recognised equivalent, along with the prescribed B.Ed qualification and State Eligibility Test (SET), subject to the exemptions and alternative provisions given in the official notification.

5. Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II (Cat. No. 156/2026)

This is a Special Recruitment for SC/ST candidates in the Local Self Government Department (Group IV Planning Wing).

• Vacancy: 1
• Salary: ₹31,100–66,800
• Age Limit: 18–45 years
• Basic Qualification: SSLC or equivalent plus one of the prescribed technical qualifications.
• Accepted technical routes include: Diploma in Civil Engineering, specified KGTE/MGTE qualifications, National Apprenticeship Certificate in Surveyor/Civil, National Trade Certificate in Surveyor/Draftsman Civil, State Trade Certificate in Surveyor/Draftsman Civil, or the prescribed VHSE Draftsmanship/Surveying qualification.

6. HSST (Junior) Arabic – Cat. No. 157/2026 & 158/2026

Kerala Higher Secondary Education has announced NCA vacancies for Higher Secondary School Teacher (Junior) – Arabic.

• SC: 4 vacancies – Cat. No. 157/2026
• ST: 1 vacancy – Cat. No. 158/2026
• Salary: ₹45,600–95,600
• Age Limit: 20–49 years
• Qualification: Master’s Degree in the concerned subject with at least 45% marks, prescribed B.Ed qualification and SET, subject to exemptions and conditions in the notification.

7. Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver (Cat. No. 159/2026)

This is a First NCA notification for LC/AI community candidates only under Kerala Police.

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹31,100–66,800
• Age Limit: 20–35 years. The notification provides specific relaxation for eligible ex-servicemen.
• Educational Qualification: Plus Two / Higher Secondary or equivalent.
• Driving Licence: Current valid licence for Motorcycle with Gear, Light Motor Vehicle, Heavy Passenger Vehicle and Heavy Goods Vehicle, with Driver’s Badge.
• Selection Requirements: Driving proficiency test, physical standards and prescribed eyesight standards.

Community restriction: Applications from candidates outside the LC/AI community will be rejected under this NCA notification.

8. KSFE Peon/Watchman NCA Vacancies – Cat. No. 160 & 161/2026

These notifications are for eligible KSFE Part-Time employees under NCA recruitment.

• Cat. No. 160/2026: ST – 1 vacancy
• Cat. No. 161/2026: ST – 3 vacancies
• Salary: ₹24,500–42,900
• Age Limit: 18–50 years
• Qualification: Standard VI (New) or equivalent and at least three years of service in the company in the eligible Part-Time employee categories.

Application Fee

No application fee is required. Candidates should apply through their Kerala PSC One Time Registration profile.

Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

How to Apply for Kerala PSC Latest Vacancies 2026

1. Visit the official Kerala PSC website at keralapsc.gov.in.
2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
3. Existing candidates can log in to their Kerala PSC profile using User ID and password.
4. Search for the required Category Number (151/2026 to 161/2026).
5. Open the notification and verify age, qualification, community, experience, licence and other post-specific conditions.
6. Click Apply Now for the eligible post.
7. Check all information carefully before final submission because submitted applications cannot normally be altered or deleted.
8. Keep a printout or soft copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Do not assume that all 74+ vacancies are open to everyone. Several posts have community, service or departmental restrictions.
• For Forest Boat Driver, candidates must meet licence, experience, swimming and practical requirements.
• For Police Constable Driver, the required driving licences, physical standards and eyesight conditions are compulsory.
• For teaching posts, candidates should read the detailed B.Ed/SET exemptions and equivalency provisions in the official notification.
• If a written/OMR/online test is conducted, Kerala PSC may require candidates to submit confirmation through their profile within the prescribed period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for Kerala PSC Category No. 151/2026 to 161/2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 4 November 2026 up to 12 midnight.

How many vacancies are available in the latest Kerala PSC notification?

The notifications list 74 confirmed vacancies, along with anticipated vacancies for Forest Boat Driver under the by-transfer category.

Are all Kerala PSC latest vacancies open to general candidates?

No. Only some posts are General Recruitment. Several posts are restricted to SC/ST, LC/AI, existing KSFE employees or eligible departmental employees. Always read the relevant category notification before applying.

Is there any application fee?

No application fee is required for these Kerala PSC online applications.

Where can candidates apply?

Candidates can apply through their Kerala PSC One Time Registration profile on the official Thulasi portal.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared from the official Kerala PSC notifications dated 30 September 2026. Candidates should read the official notification PDF for their category number before submitting the application, especially for community reservations, equivalency, experience, licence, physical standards and departmental-service conditions.