Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Laboratory Assistant Posts (Cat No. 162/2026)
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has officially released the Extra-Ordinary Gazette Notification dated 30th October 2026 inviting online applications from qualified candidates for appointment to the post of Laboratory Assistant (Dairy / Cattle Feed Plant) under Category No. 162/2026. The statewide general recruitment offers permanent employment in state government service with a revised pay scale of ₹22,200 to ₹48,000 per month. Eligible candidates who have completed One Time Registration (OTR) can apply online through the official portal keralapsc.gov.in up to 2nd December 2026 (Midnight).
📌 Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) |
| Department | Dairy Development / Cattle Feed Plants (Government of Kerala) |
| Category Number | Category No. 162/2026 (Gazette Date: 30/10/2026) |
| Post Name | Laboratory Assistant (General Category – Statewide) |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,200 – ₹48,000 + DA, HRA & Kerala State Civil Allowances |
| Application Mode | Online (via Kerala PSC Thulasi OTR Profile) |
| Job Location | Kerala (Statewide Units & District Laboratories) |
📅 Important Dates
- Gazette Notification Release: 30 October 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 30 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 2 December 2026 (12:00 Midnight)
- Confirmation Window for Examination: To be announced in OTR profile
- OMR / Written Examination Date: Early 2027
💰 Application Fee
As per the standard policy of the Kerala Public Service Commission:
- All Candidates (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Women): Completely Exempted (NIL / No Application Fee)
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
The age requirements for Category No. 162/2026 are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years (Only candidates born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2008, both dates included, are eligible).
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- Other Backward Communities (OBC): 3 Years (Up to 43 years)
- Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years (Up to 45 years)
- Differently Abled Persons: Up to 10–15 Years relaxation as per Kerala State Subordinate Service Rules.
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Must have passed the SSLC (Class 10) Examination conducted by the Government of Kerala or an equivalent examination.
- Technical Certification: Must hold a Laboratory Assistant Vocational Higher Secondary Course certificate (VHSE), OR a National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI in Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) / Dairying awarded by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
- Equivalent Standards: Recognized equivalent diploma or degree qualifications approved by government executive orders are acceptable.
📊 Vacancy Details
- Recruitment Stream: Statewide General Category Direct Recruitment.
- Cadre Strength: The ranked list published by the Commission will remain in force for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years to fill all existing and reporting vacancies in the cadre.
- Statutory Reservations: Vertical and horizontal community quotas are maintained as per Kerala state reservation rules.
🧪 Selection Process
- Stage 1 (Online Application & Confirmation): Submission of online application via OTR. Candidates must submit confirmation through their candidate profile for writing the examination.
- Stage 2 (Written / OMR / Online Examination): 100-mark objective test conducted by Kerala PSC in Malayalam/English.
- Stage 3: Document Verification of original SSLC certificate, VHSE/NTC technical marks cards, and community certificate.
- Stage 4: Publication of Ranked List and Advice for Appointment.
📚 Exam Pattern
The objective examination consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes):
| Part | Subject / Syllabus | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala | 20 | 75 Minutes |
| Part II | General Science & Arithmetic Fundamentals | 20 | |
| Part III | Technical Core Subject (Laboratory Techniques, Reagents, Quality Testing & Safety) | 60 | |
| Total Marks | 100 | 75 Minutes | |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33) marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
🖥️ How to Apply
- Visit the official Kerala Public Service Commission website at https://www.keralapsc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>keralapsc.gov.in.
- Click on “One Time Registration (OTR)” or log in directly to your Thulasi profile at https://thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in.
- Go to the “Notification” tab and search for Category No. 162/2026.
- Click on the “Apply Now” button adjacent to the post name.
- Verify that your uploaded photograph has your name and date of photograph printed at the bottom as per PSC guidelines.
- Confirm your personal details and qualifications and submit the application before 2nd December 2026 (Midnight).
- Download and save a copy of the submitted online application for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
👉 https://thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Apply Online via Kerala PSC Thulasi Portal
👉 https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/2026-10/noti-162-26.pdf” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Download Official Gazette Notification PDF (Cat No. 162/2026)
👉 https://www.keralapsc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Kerala PSC Official Website
📈 Why Apply?
- Permanent State Government Job: Direct government employment in Kerala state services with regular pension and welfare security.
- Level Pay Scale: Revised state scale of ₹22,200 to ₹48,000 with regular annual increments and medical insurance coverage.
- Straightforward OTR Application: Fully digital recruitment process with no application fees and centralized examination centers across all 14 Kerala districts.
❓ FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for Kerala PSC Category No. 162/2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 2nd December 2026 up to 12:00 Midnight.
Q. Is there any application fee for Kerala PSC recruitments?
No, application is completely free of charge for all applicants.
Q. What is the minimum qualification required?
Candidates must possess an SSLC pass along with a VHSE Laboratory Assistant Course or NTC/ITI certificate in relevant laboratory trades.
🏁 Conclusion
Kerala PSC Category No. 162/2026 offers permanent state technical positions for vocational and ITI certificate holders. Log in to your Kerala PSC Thulasi profile on https://thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in and submit your application before the closing date on 2nd December 2026.
