Kerala PSC Kozhikode released LDC Appointment Chart 2026, advising 16 Lower Division Clerks from ranked lists. Check advised candidates, departments, pending turns & future vacancies.
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC), District Office, Kozhikode, has officially released the Appointment Chart for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) positions. Dated 15-01-2026, this notification advises 16 candidates for appointment against various departmental vacancies. The chart includes details of 5 Fresh vacancies and 11 Non-Joining Duty (NJD) vacancies, drawing from the active ranked lists 503/2023 (Direct) and 504/2023 (By-Transfer) for Clerk in various departments.
Overview of KPSC LDC Appointment Chart
This Appointment Chart provides a transparent look into the allocation of Lower Division Clerk positions, detailing the candidates advised, their respective departments, and the rotation details.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC), District Office, Kozhikode |
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Notification Type | Appointment Chart / Advice List |
| Reference No. | D5-4/5/2024-KPSC DOKKD |
| Document Date | 15-01-2026 |
| Total Vacancies Advised | 16 (5 Fresh + 11 NJD) |
| Period of Vacancy Receipt | 19.12.2024 to 08.01.2026 |
| Active Ranked Lists | 503/2023 (Direct) & 504/2023 (By-Transfer) for Clerk |
Vacancy Details & Departments
A total of 16 vacancies for Lower Division Clerk have been advised across various departments in the Kozhikode district. The breakdown includes Fresh and NJD (Non-Joining Duty) vacancies, with some being anticipatory due to occur on 01-01-2026.
| Sl. No. | Department | Type of Vacancy | No. of Vacancies | Date of Occurrence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Works Department | Fresh (AV) | 1 | 01-01-2026 |
| 2 | Co-Operation Department | Fresh [HQ Compensation] | 1 | 27-12-2025 |
| 3 | Printing Department | Fresh [HQ] | 1 | 18-11-2025 |
| 4 | Prisons and Correctional Services | NJD [HQ] | 1 | 26-07-2025 |
| 5 | Local Self Government Department | NJD | 1 | 01-11-2025 |
| 6 | Collegiate Education Department | Fresh [HQ Compensation] | 2 | 30-12-2025 |
| 7 | Local Self Government Department | NJD | 7 | 29-11-2025 |
| 8 | State Goods and Services Taxes Department | NJD | 2 | 30-07-2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 16 | |||
Candidates Advised for Appointment
The following candidates have been advised for appointment to the Lower Division Clerk post based on their rank and reservation turns. This list includes details of their name, community, rank, and the department they are advised to.
| Sl.No. | Rank No. | Name, Address & Community | Post Name, Department & Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DA-MD-7 | RASHID AMEEN A K (ASARIKKANDI PARAMBU, B C ROAD, BEYPORE P Ο KOZHIKODE) | Clerk, [Public Works Department] |
| 3 | 778 | JOHNSON MICHAEL (PALLIPPARAMBIL PATHIRAPPALLY P O ALAPPUZHA LC/AI-LATIN CATHOLICS) | Clerk, [Printing Department [HQ]] |
| 4 | DA-LV-1 | AMAL RAJ S N (MAVATT PAYYOLI KOZHIKODE) | Clerk, [Prisons and Correctional Services [HQ]] |
| 6 | 4 | ANAMIKA N S (KANDACHAM KANDY HOUSE NADUVATHUR KOZHIKODE E/B/T-THIYYA) | Clerk, [Collegiate Education Department [HQ]] |
| 7 | DA-HI-3 | VIKRAM K (KOLAYI ILLAM KARANTHUR KOZHIKODE) | Clerk, [Collegiate Education Department [HQ]] |
| 8 | 41 | ATHIRA V (PURAMALAYIL HOUSE KOYILANDY KOZHIKODE SC-VETTUVAN) | Clerk, [Local Self Government Department] |
| 9 | (ST)-1 | ANANTHU VIJAYAN (KOTHANIYIL HOUSE MURIKKUMVAYAL KOTTAYAM ST-MALA ARAYAN) | Clerk, [Local Self Government Department] |
| 10 | 3 | ATHIRA RAMACHANDRAN (SAROVAR HOUSE CHERANDATHUR KOZHIKODE) | Clerk, [Local Self Government Department] |
| 11 | (LC/AI)- 1 | MELISSA CYRIL (MINUS URUVACHAL KANNUR LC/AI-LATIN CATHOLICS) | Clerk, [Local Self Government Department] |
| 12 | 73 | ASHIKA JITH J S (KOOLIYANKAL HOUSE ANELA NATERI PO KOYILANDY SC-VETTUVAN) | Clerk, [Local Self Government Department] |
| 15 | B/T – 15 | BIJU N (NERAYILATT{H} THINOOR KOZHIKODE) | Clerk, [State Goods and Services Taxes Department] |
| 16 | 5 | KEERTHANA S (VALIYAVALAPPIL THODANNUR KOZHIKODE E/B/T-THIYYA) | Clerk, [State Goods and Services Taxes Department] |
Pending Turns & Rotation Status
The Appointment Chart also details the pending turns, including NJD, NCA, and TPO, and indicates the current rotation status for various categories.
NJD – 11 Turns (Satisfied)
The following 11 Non-Joining Duty (NJD) turns have been satisfied as part of this appointment process:
- MR 75 – 68 LC/AI advised on 16-08-2025
- Sl.No-1001 – DA-LV Turn advised on 26-09-2025
- MR 75 – 62 E/B/T advised on 16-08-2025
- Sl.No-934 – DA-HI Turn advised on 16-08-2025
- MR 75 – 84 SC advised on 16-08-2025
- MR 75 – 92 ST advised on 16-08-2025
- MR 75 – 97 OC advised on 16-08-2025
- MR 76 – 8 LC/AI advised on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 12 SC advised on 26-09-2025
- Sl.No-990 – LPE Turn advised on 25-11-2025
- MR 76 – 29 OC advised on 25-11-2025
NCA – Nil
TPO – 9 Turns (Pending)
The following 9 Temporary Pass Over (TPO) turns are pending and will be satisfied in due course:
- MR 76 – 30 M TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 32 SC TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 34 E/B/T TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 36 M TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 38 SIUC.N TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 40 OBC TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 42 E/B/T TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 44 ST TPO on 26-09-2025
- MR 76 – 46 M TPO on 26-09-2025
EWS Set-Off – Nil
The Previous Rotation stands at MR-76 47 OC and will continue from MR-76 48 SCCC, after TPO Turns are satisfied.
OC/BC Position Summary
The table below summarizes the OC/BC position, reflecting the Previous, Present, and Total turns across various categories including OC, EWS, BC, NJD, and different DA sub-categories.
| Category | OC | EWS | BC | NJD | DA (LV) | DA (HI) | DA (LD) | DA (MD) | Thrn Out | BT/RT/LPE | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Previous | – | – | – | 14 | – | – | 6 | 6 | – | – | 20 |
| Present | – | – | – | 11 | – | – | 5 | 5 | – | – | 16 |
| Total | – | – | – | 25 | – | – | 11 | 11 | – | – | 36 |
Vacancies Set Apart for Next Ranked List
Certain vacancies for DA-MD candidates could not be filled from the current Ranked List due to the unavailability of suitable candidates. These vacancies are now set apart to be filled from the next Ranked List.
| Sl.No. | Vacancy Details | Post Name, Department & Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1014 | Sl.No. 1014 (DA-MD) in lieu of Sl.No – 776 DA-MD / No DA-MD candidate is available in the Ranked List. | Clerk [Co-Operation Department] |
| 1015 | Sl.No. 1015 (DA-MD) in lieu of Sl.No – 876 DA-MD / No DA-MD candidate is available in the Ranked List. | Clerk [Local Self Government Department] |
| 1016 | Sl.No. 1016 (DA-MD) in lieu of Sl.No – 976 DA-MD / No DA-MD candidate is available in the Ranked List. | Clerk [Local Self Government Department] |
| 1017 | Sl.No. 1017 (DA-MD) in lieu of Sl.No – 76A DA-MD / No DA-MD candidate is available in the Ranked List. | Clerk [Local Self Government Department] |
Important Instructions for Advised Candidates
Based on standard KPSC procedures, candidates whose names appear in this Appointment Chart should note the following:
- Expect Call Letter: Advised candidates will soon receive an official appointment letter (call letter) from the KPSC or the respective department. This letter will contain detailed instructions regarding further formalities.
- Document Verification: Be prepared for document verification (DV) if not already completed. Ensure all original certificates and their attested photocopies (educational, community, age proof, etc.) are ready as per the original notification.
- Medical Examination: A medical examination is typically a mandatory step before joining. Details will be provided in the appointment letter.
- Joining Formalities: Follow the instructions in the appointment letter for reporting to the allotted department and completing joining formalities within the stipulated timeframe.
- Contact KPSC: For any discrepancies or queries regarding the appointment, candidates should directly contact the KPSC District Office, Kozhikode, or refer to the official KPSC website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is an Appointment Chart?
An Appointment Chart is an official document released by the KPSC detailing the candidates who have been advised for appointment to various posts based on their ranks in the published ranked lists and adherence to reservation rules (rotation).
Q2: What does ‘NJD’ mean in the KPSC Appointment Chart?
‘NJD’ stands for Non-Joining Duty. These are vacancies that arise when a candidate advised for appointment does not join duty. Such vacancies are then re-notified and filled from the existing ranked list based on the next eligible candidate in the respective turn.
Q3: What are ‘TPO’ turns?
‘TPO’ stands for Temporary Pass Over. These are turns that are temporarily passed over for various reasons, such as the non-availability of suitable candidates in a particular reservation category. These turns remain pending and are filled when eligible candidates become available or when the rotation progresses.
Q4: How can I check if my name is on the Appointment Chart?
Candidates can check their names and details against the provided list in the official Appointment Chart. The document usually includes the candidate’s name, rank, and the department they are advised to.
Q5: What should I do after my name appears in the Appointment Chart?
If your name is on the Appointment Chart, you should await the official appointment letter/call letter from the KPSC or the concerned department. This letter will provide all necessary instructions for document verification, medical examination, and joining formalities.
Q6: What if a DA-MD candidate is not available for a specific turn?
As seen in this notification, if a suitable DA-MD (Differently Abled – Multiple Disability) candidate is not available in the current ranked list, the vacancy for that turn is ‘set apart’ and will be filled from the next available ranked list for that category.
Q7: When will I receive the appointment letter?
The exact timeline for receiving the appointment letter is not specified in this chart. Typically, it is dispatched shortly after the release of the Appointment Chart. Candidates are advised to regularly check their postal address and the official KPSC website for updates.
Q8: What is the significance of the ‘Rotation as approved by the Commission’?
This refers to the specific reservation turn (e.g., MR 75-68 LC/AI) against which a candidate is advised. It ensures that appointments are made strictly in accordance with the rules of reservation and communal rotation prescribed by the KPSC.