The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has scheduled a major Preliminary Examination on 02 May 2026 (Saturday) covering 21 categories across Police, Excise, Prisons, Public Sector Undertakings, Universities, and other departments.
This document provides a structured summary of the examination schedule, pattern, categories, and preparation guidance based on the official examination programme.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Confirmation Start Date | 27 February 2026 (Friday) |
| Final Date for Confirmation | 18 March 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Admission Ticket Available From | 18 April 2026 |
| Date of Examination | 02 May 2026 (Saturday) |
Important:
Candidates must confirm participation between 27/02/2026 and 18/03/2026.
Failure to confirm will result in the Hall ticket not being generated.
Examination Pattern
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | OMR / Computer-Based Test (as allotted by PSC) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 1 Hour 15 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark (0.33) deducted for each incorrect answer |
Subject Distribution
Part I & II
- General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
- Kerala History & Renaissance
- Constitution of India
- Mental Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
Part III
- English Language
Part IV
- Malayalam / Tamil / Kannada (as applicable)
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Click HereCategories Included in 02 May 2026 Examination
As per the official Kerala PSC Examination Programme, the following 21 categories are included:
- 017/2025 – Special Branch Assistant (SBCID) – Kerala Police
- 187/2025 – Excise Inspector (Trainee) – Direct Recruitment
- 188/2025 – Excise Inspector (Trainee) – By Transfer
- 221/2025 – Sub Inspector of Police (ST Only)
- 269/2025 – Assistant – Kerala Administrative Tribunal
- 382/2025 – Junior Assistant/Cashier/Clerk, etc. – Various PSUs
- 383/2025 – Junior Assistant/Clerk, etc. – KSRTC & Allied Organizations
- 446/2025 – Armed Police Sub Inspector (Trainee) – Open Market
- 447/2025 – Armed Police Sub Inspector – By Transfer
- 448/2025 – Sub Inspector of Police (Trainee) – Open Market
- 449/2025 – Sub Inspector (Ministerial) – By Transfer
- 450/2025 – Sub Inspector (Constabulary) – By Transfer
- 451/2025 – Assistant Jailor Grade I – Direct Recruitment
- 452/2025 – Assistant Jailor – Ministerial (By Transfer)
- 453/2025 – Assistant Jailor – Executive (By Transfer)
- 454/2025 – Assistant – Universities in Kerala
- 463/2025 – Supervisor (Personnel & Administration)
- 573/2025 – Junior Assistant/Cashier – Local Self Government
- 698/2025 – Assistant Director of National Savings – Direct Recruitment
- 699/2025 – Assistant Director – By Transfer (Rural Development Department)
- 700/2025 – Assistant Director – By Transfer (Secretariat Subordinate Service)
Admission Ticket Download Procedure
From 18 April 2026, candidates can download the Hall Ticket through:
- Visit the official website: https://keralapsc.gov.in
- Log in to your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile
- Select “Admission Ticket” from the dashboard
- Download and print the admit card
Quick Reference Summary
- Confirmation Deadline: 18 March 2026
- Admit Card Available From: 18 April 2026
- Examination Date: 02 May 2026 (Saturday)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer
- Mode: OMR / CBT
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official Kerala PSC website for updates or revisions to the examination schedule.