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<\/span>Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Laboratory Assistant Posts (Cat No. 162\/2026)<\/span><\/h1>\n
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 \u20b922,200 to \u20b948,000 per month. Eligible candidates who have completed One Time Registration (OTR) can apply online through the official portal keralapsc.gov.in<\/a> up to 2nd December 2026 (Midnight).<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udccc Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026 Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Organization<\/strong><\/td>\n Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Department<\/strong><\/td>\n Dairy Development \/ Cattle Feed Plants (Government of Kerala)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Category Number<\/strong><\/td>\n Category No. 162\/2026 (Gazette Date: 30\/10\/2026)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Post Name<\/strong><\/td>\n Laboratory Assistant (General Category \u2013 Statewide)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pay Scale<\/strong><\/td>\n \u20b922,200 \u2013 \u20b948,000 + DA, HRA & Kerala State Civil Allowances<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application Mode<\/strong><\/td>\n Online (via Kerala PSC Thulasi OTR Profile)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job Location<\/strong><\/td>\n Kerala (Statewide Units & District Laboratories)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcc5 Important Dates<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Gazette Notification Release:<\/strong> 30 October 2026<\/li>\n
Online Application Start Date:<\/strong> 30 October 2026<\/li>\n
Last Date to Apply Online:<\/strong> 2 December 2026 (12:00 Midnight)<\/li>\n
Confirmation Window for Examination:<\/strong> To be announced in OTR profile<\/li>\n
OMR \/ Written Examination Date:<\/strong> Early 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcb0 Application Fee<\/span><\/h2>\n
As per the standard policy of the Kerala Public Service Commission:<\/p>\n
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All Candidates (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Women):<\/strong> Completely Exempted (NIL \/ No Application Fee)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udfaf Age Limit (as on 01\/01\/2026)<\/span><\/h2>\n
The age requirements for Category No. 162\/2026 are as follows:<\/p>\n
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Minimum Age:<\/strong> 18 Years<\/li>\n
Maximum Age:<\/strong> 40 Years (Only candidates born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2008, both dates included, are eligible).<\/li>\n
Upper Age Relaxations:<\/strong>\n
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Other Backward Communities (OBC): 3 Years (Up to 43 years)<\/li>\n
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years (Up to 45 years)<\/li>\n
Differently Abled Persons: Up to 10\u201315 Years relaxation as per Kerala State Subordinate Service Rules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udf93 Educational Qualification<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Must have passed the SSLC (Class 10) Examination conducted by the Government of Kerala or an equivalent examination.<\/li>\n
Technical Certification:<\/strong> 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).<\/li>\n
Equivalent Standards:<\/em> Recognized equivalent diploma or degree qualifications approved by government executive orders are acceptable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcca Vacancy Details<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Recruitment Stream:<\/strong> Statewide General Category Direct Recruitment.<\/li>\n
Cadre Strength:<\/strong> 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.<\/li>\n
Statutory Reservations:<\/strong> Vertical and horizontal community quotas are maintained as per Kerala state reservation rules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83e\uddea Selection Process<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Stage 1 (Online Application & Confirmation):<\/strong> Submission of online application via OTR. Candidates must submit confirmation through their candidate profile for writing the examination.<\/li>\n
Stage 2 (Written \/ OMR \/ Online Examination):<\/strong> 100-mark objective test conducted by Kerala PSC in Malayalam\/English.<\/li>\n
Stage 3:<\/strong> Document Verification of original SSLC certificate, VHSE\/NTC technical marks cards, and community certificate.<\/li>\n
Stage 4:<\/strong> Publication of Ranked List and Advice for Appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcda Exam Pattern<\/span><\/h2>\n
The objective examination consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes):<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Part<\/th>\n Subject \/ Syllabus<\/th>\n Marks<\/th>\n Duration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Part I<\/td>\n General Knowledge, Current Affairs & Renaissance in Kerala<\/td>\n 20<\/td>\n 75 Minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Part II<\/td>\n General Science & Arithmetic Fundamentals<\/td>\n 20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Part III<\/td>\n Technical Core Subject (Laboratory Techniques, Reagents, Quality Testing & Safety)<\/td>\n 60<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Marks<\/th>\n 100<\/th>\n 75 Minutes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n
Negative Marking:<\/em> 1\/3rd (0.33) marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Visit the official Kerala Public Service Commission website at https:\/\/www.keralapsc.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>keralapsc.gov.in<\/a>.<\/li>\n
Click on \u201cOne Time Registration (OTR)\u201d or log in directly to your Thulasi profile at https:\/\/thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in<\/a>.<\/li>\n
Go to the \u201cNotification\u201d tab and search for Category No. 162\/2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
Click on the \u201cApply Now\u201d button adjacent to the post name.<\/li>\n
Verify that your uploaded photograph has your name and date of photograph printed at the bottom as per PSC guidelines.<\/li>\n
Confirm your personal details and qualifications and submit the application before 2nd December 2026 (Midnight).<\/li>\n
Download and save a copy of the submitted online application for future reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udd17 Important Links<\/span><\/h2>\n
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>Apply Online via Kerala PSC Thulasi Portal
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.keralapsc.gov.in\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-10\/noti-162-26.pdf<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>Download Official Gazette Notification PDF (Cat No. 162\/2026)
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.keralapsc.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>Kerala PSC Official Website\n<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcc8 Why Apply?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Permanent State Government Job:<\/strong> Direct government employment in Kerala state services with regular pension and welfare security.<\/li>\n
Level Pay Scale:<\/strong> Revised state scale of \u20b922,200 to \u20b948,000 with regular annual increments and medical insurance coverage.<\/li>\n
Straightforward OTR Application:<\/strong> Fully digital recruitment process with no application fees and centralized examination centers across all 14 Kerala districts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\u2753 FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n
Q. What is the last date to apply for Kerala PSC Category No. 162\/2026?<\/strong>
\nThe last date to submit online applications is 2nd December 2026 up to 12:00 Midnight.<\/p>\n
Q. Is there any application fee for Kerala PSC recruitments?<\/strong>
\nNo, application is completely free of charge for all applicants.<\/p>\n
Q. What is the minimum qualification required?<\/strong>
\nCandidates must possess an SSLC pass along with a VHSE Laboratory Assistant Course or NTC\/ITI certificate in relevant laboratory trades.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udfc1 Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in<\/a> and submit your application before the closing date on 2nd December 2026.<\/p>\n\n
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