Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has published the Extra Ordinary Gazette dated 30 September 2026 for recruitment to various posts, including Peon / Watchman, Draftsman Grade-II, Forest Boat Driver, Police Constable Driver and Higher Secondary School Teacher. More than 74 vacancies have been notified under Category Nos. 151/2026 to 161/2026 in Kerala Ports, KSFE, Forest & Wildlife, Higher Secondary Education, LSG Department and Kerala Police.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the Kerala PSC Thulasi portal. The last date to submit the online application is 04 November 2026. On this page, job aspirants can find all important details of Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026, including category-wise notifications and the application link.
Kerala PSC Peon, Driver & Teacher Recruitment 2026
www.indgovtjobs.in
|
Organization |
Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name |
Peon/Watchman, Draftsman, Forest Boat Driver, Police Constable Driver, HSST |
| Category Nos. |
151/2026 to 161/2026 |
| Total Vacancies |
74+ (including anticipated vacancies) |
| Salary |
₹24,500 – ₹1,15,300 (post-wise) |
| Educational Qualification |
Post-wise as per respective Category Notification |
| Application Fee |
As per Kerala PSC rules (fee exemption for SC/ST and eligible categories) |
| Selection Process |
OMR / Online Test + Skill Test (if required) + Interview (if applicable) + DV |
| Job Location |
Kerala |
| Last Date |
04 November 2026 |
✅ Kerala PSC 2026 Vacancy Details:
| Cat. No. | Post Name | Department | Pay Scale | No of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151/2026 | Draftsman Grade-II | Kerala Ports Service (Hydrographic Survey Wing) | ₹31,100 – 66,800 | 02 |
| 152/2026 | Peon / Watchman (from Part-Time employees of KSFE) | Kerala State Financial Enterprises Ltd. | ₹24,500 – 42,900 | 55 |
| 153/2026 | Forest Boat Driver (Part-I) | Forest & Wildlife | ₹26,500 – 60,700 | 03 |
| 154/2026 | Forest Boat Driver (Part-II – By Transfer) | Forest & Wildlife | ₹26,500 – 60,700 | Anticipated |
| 155/2026 | Higher Secondary School Teacher – Statistics (SR for ST only) | Kerala Higher Secondary Education | ₹55,200 – 1,15,300 | 02 |
| 156/2026 | Draftsman Grade-II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade-II (SR for SC/ST) | LSG Department (Group IV Planning Wing) | ₹31,100 – 66,800 | 01 |
| 157 & 158/2026 | Higher Secondary School Teacher (Junior) Arabic (VII NCA – SC & ST) | Kerala Higher Secondary Education | ₹45,600 – 95,600 | 05 |
| 159/2026 | Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver (I NCA – LC/AI) | Kerala Police | ₹31,100 – 66,800 | 02 |
| 160/2026 | Peon / Watchman (IV NCA – ST) | KSFE Ltd. | ₹24,500 – 42,900 | 01 |
| 161/2026 | Peon / Watchman (VIII NCA – ST) | KSFE Ltd. | ₹24,500 – 42,900 | 03 |
✅ Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Eligibility is category-wise. Age, educational qualification, experience and community conditions given in the individual gazette notification will apply.
- Peon / Watchman (KSFE): Direct recruitment from among Part-Time employees of KSFE Ltd. NCA posts (Cat. 160 & 161) are reserved for ST candidates.
- Draftsman Grade-II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade-II: Technical qualification as prescribed for Hydrographic Survey Wing / LSG Planning Wing. Cat. 156/2026 is Special Recruitment for SC/ST.
- Forest Boat Driver: Qualification, licence and experience as prescribed by the Forest & Wildlife Department. Part-II is by transfer.
- HSST Statistics: Special Recruitment for Scheduled Tribe only, with the prescribed postgraduate qualification in Statistics and B.Ed. / SET / NET conditions as notified.
- HSST (Junior) Arabic: NCA recruitment for SC and ST. The post is a part-time Higher Secondary School Teacher post.
- Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver: I NCA for Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian, with driving licence and physical standards as prescribed.
- Age relaxation and communal reservation will be as per Kerala PSC rules and the concerned category notification.
✅ Kerala PSC Salary 2026:
- Peon / Watchman (KSFE): ₹24,500 – 42,900
- Forest Boat Driver: ₹26,500 – 60,700
- Draftsman Grade-II / Police Constable Driver: ₹31,100 – 66,800
- HSST (Junior) Arabic: ₹45,600 – 95,600
- HSST Statistics: ₹55,200 – 1,15,300
Selected candidates will also get DA and other allowances as admissible under the respective department / company rules.
✅ Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
- Written / OMR / Online Test
- Skill Test / Practical Test (where prescribed, such as driving posts)
- Personal Interview (if applicable)
- Document Verification
The exact method of selection for each category will be as mentioned in the respective notification. Only candidates who qualify the prescribed stages will be included in the ranked list.
✅ Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- Application fee will be as per Kerala PSC rules for the concerned category.
- SC / ST candidates and other eligible categories are exempted as per Commission rules.
- Payment, where applicable, is online through the Thulasi portal.
✅ Important Dates:
|
Event |
Schedule |
|
Extra Ordinary Gazette Date |
30 September 2026 |
|
Online Application through Thulasi |
Till 04 November 2026 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
04 November 2026 |
|
Examination Date |
To be notified by Kerala PSC |
✅ Important Links:
| Kerala PSC Gazette dated 30.09.2026 (All Category Notifications) | View Gazette |
| Draftsman Grade-II – Cat. No. 151/2026 | Download |
| Peon / Watchman KSFE – Cat. No. 152/2026 | Download |
| Forest Boat Driver – Cat. Nos. 153 & 154/2026 | Part-I | Part-II |
| HSST Statistics (SR-ST) – Cat. No. 155/2026 | Download |
| Draftsman / TPS Grade-II (SR SC/ST) – Cat. No. 156/2026 | Download |
| HSST (Jr.) Arabic NCA – Cat. Nos. 157 & 158/2026 | Download |
| Police Constable Driver NCA – Cat. No. 159/2026 | Download |
| Peon / Watchman NCA-ST – Cat. Nos. 160 & 161/2026 | 160 | 161 |
| Apply Online (Thulasi) | Apply Online |
✅ How to Apply for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the Kerala PSC Thulasi portal. No other mode of application will be accepted. A separate application is required for each Category Number.
➢ Step 1: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on www.keralapsc.gov.in if not already registered.
➢ Step 2: Log in to the Thulasi profile using User ID and Password at https://thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in/thulasi/.
➢ Step 3: Open the Notification link and click “Apply Now” against the desired Category Number (151/2026 to 161/2026).
➢ Step 4: Fill the application, upload photograph and signature, and pay the fee if applicable.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application on or before 04 November 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
How many vacancies are there in Kerala PSC Gazette dated 30.09.2026?
More than 74 posts have been notified, including 55 Peon / Watchman posts in KSFE, along with Draftsman, Forest Boat Driver, Police Constable Driver and Higher Secondary School Teacher posts. Forest Boat Driver Part-II vacancies are anticipated.
What is the last date to apply for Kerala PSC Peon, Driver and Teacher posts 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 04 November 2026.
Which posts are included in this Kerala PSC notification?
Draftsman Grade-II, Peon / Watchman, Forest Boat Driver, HSST Statistics, Draftsman / Town Planning Surveyor Grade-II, HSST (Junior) Arabic and Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver.
What is the pay scale for KSFE Peon / Watchman?
The scale of pay for Peon / Watchman in KSFE is ₹24,500 – 42,900.
What is the selection process for Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026?
Written / OMR / Online Test, Skill Test where required, Interview if applicable, and Document Verification, as prescribed in each category notification.
How to apply for Kerala PSC Category Nos. 151/2026 to 161/2026?
Apply online only through the Thulasi portal at https://thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in/thulasi/ after One Time Registration, on or before 04 November 2026.