KPSC Last Grade Servants SC/ST Recruitment 2025-2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced a special recruitment drive for Last Grade Servants exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates across various departments in Kerala. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates seeking stable government employment with a competitive salary scale. Applications are invited through the KPSC’s official website, and interested individuals must complete their one-time registration before applying. Ensure you submit your application before the final deadline of February 4, 2026.

Important Dates for KPSC Last Grade Servants Recruitment 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with these crucial dates for the KPSC Last Grade Servants (Special Recruitment for SC/ST and ST Only) notification:

KPSC Last Grade Servants Vacancy Details 2025-2026

The recruitment offers district-wise vacancies for Last Grade Servants. Candidates will be advised against these vacancies and also for additional vacancies reported for Special Recruitment from Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes during the validity of the ranked list.

Eligibility Criteria for Last Grade Servants (SC/ST)

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for the KPSC Last Grade Servants post:

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 41 years
• Born Between: Candidates must have been born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2007 (both dates inclusive).
• Age Relaxation: In the absence of qualified candidates within the prescribed age limit, the upper age limit shall be relaxed up to 50 years. However, in no case shall the maximum age limit exceed 50 (fifty) years.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Standard VII.
• Candidates should not have acquired any Degree.
• Important Exception for Ex-Servicemen: Candidates possessing an Indian Army Special Certificate of Education or equivalent certificate from Navy/Air Force, acquired as Ex-servicemen, are eligible to apply for this notification. However, candidates possessing any other Degree (excluding Graduation certificate from military service) are ineligible. Applications submitted by degree holders (other than the specified military service certificate) will be summarily rejected.

Physical Standards (For Specific Posts)

Candidates applying for specific posts like Matron (Balamandir, Kozhikode), Watch Woman (Social Justice Department), Cleaner and Sewer Cleaner (Public Works Department), and Gate Keeper Gr. II and Lascar Gr. II (Printing Department) require a good physique in addition to the general qualification. They will be advised for appointment only after obtaining a Medical Certificate issued by a Medical Officer in Government Service not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon.

Ineligibility Criteria

Certain categories of candidates are not eligible for specific Last Grade Service posts:

For Differently Abled Persons:

Differently abled persons are not eligible for appointment to the posts of Watcher, Watchman, Night Watcher, Marker (Medical College, Collegiate Education & Technical Education Department), Regular Marker (Animal Husbandry Department), Chainman (Land Revenue and Town Planning Department), and Lascar Grade II/Gate Keeper Grade II in Printing Department included in the Kerala Last Grade Service.

For Women Candidates:

Women candidates are not eligible for appointment to the following posts:

• Watchman (All categories), Watcher
• Night Watchman
• Guard/Night Guard
• Chowkidar
• Cleaner cum Conductor
• Cleaner (Boat cleaner, Tractor Cleaner, Van Cleaner, Lorry Cleaner, Ambulance Cleaner)
• Lascar
• Gate keeper
• Bull keeper
• Animal Keeper in Drugs Control Department

However, the post of Watch Woman in the welfare institution under the Social Justice Department will be filled exclusively by women candidates. Other posts identified for women candidates will also be filled from them after obtaining their willingness.

KPSC Last Grade Servants Salary Scale

Selected candidates for the Last Grade Servants post will receive a salary within the scale of ₹23,000 – ₹50,200/-.

KPSC Last Grade Servants Application Process 2025-2026

Follow these steps to successfully apply for the KPSC Last Grade Servants recruitment:

How to Apply

1. One Time Registration: Candidates must first register as per ONE TIME REGISTRATION on the official website of the Kerala Public Service Commission: www.keralapsc.gov.in.
2. Login and Apply: After registration, log in to your profile using your User-ID and Password. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button corresponding to the ‘Last Grade Servants (Special Recruitment for SC/ST and ST Only)’ post in the Notification Link.
3. Profile Creation: Candidates creating a new profile must upload a photograph taken within 6 months. The candidate’s name and the date of the photograph taken should be printed legibly at the bottom. The uploaded photograph will be valid for 10 years from the date of taking.
4. Aadhaar as ID Proof: Candidates having an Aadhaar card should add it as ID proof in their profile.
5. Review and Submission: Before final submission, ensure all personal information in your profile is correct. Applications once submitted are provisional and cannot be deleted or altered.
6. Printout: Candidates are advised to keep a printout or soft copy of the online application for future reference by clicking on the ‘My applications’ link in their profile.

Application Fee

No application fee is required for this recruitment.

Important Notes for Application

• Applications received from candidates other than Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe will be rejected.
• Individual communications regarding the rejection of applications for the above reason will not be issued.
• Any correspondence with the Commission regarding the application should be accompanied by the printout of the application.
• Original documents to prove qualification, age, community, etc., must be produced when called for.

KPSC Last Grade Servants Selection Process

The selection process for the Last Grade Servants (Special Recruitment for SC/ST and ST Only) involves the following stages:

Method of Appointment

Appointment will be through Direct Recruitment, specifically a Special Recruitment from among Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes & Scheduled Tribes Only.

Ranked List

Separate Ranked Lists will be prepared for each district. These lists will remain in force for a minimum period of one year or until a new list is published after one year, or for three years, whichever is earlier.

Examination (If Applicable)

If a Written/OMR/Online Test is conducted as part of the selection, candidates must submit a confirmation for writing the examination through their One Time Registration Profile. Only those who confirm can generate and download their admission tickets. The periods for confirmation and admission ticket availability will be published in the examination calendar.

Probation

Every person appointed to this post will be on probation for a total period of one year on duty within a continuous period of three years.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Caste/Community Claim: In case of a difference in Caste/Community claimed in the application and that entered in SSLC, the candidate must produce a gazette notification along with the Community certificate at the time of certificate verification.
• General Conditions: Candidates are required to acquaint themselves with the instructions given in the notification as Part II, General Conditions before submitting the application. Applications not in accordance with the terms and conditions will be rejected.
• Disciplinary Action: Appropriate disciplinary action will be initiated against candidates who make bogus claims of qualification, experience, etc., including disqualification, debarment, invalidation of answer scripts, or removal from service.

For more detailed information, including photo and ID card requirements, refer to the General Conditions provided in Part II of the official KPSC notification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the application deadline for KPSC Last Grade Servants Recruitment 2025-2026?

The last date for submission of applications for the KPSC Last Grade Servants (SC/ST Special Recruitment) is February 4, 2026, up to 12 midnight.

Q2: Who is eligible to apply for this KPSC recruitment?

Only Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates of Kerala State are eligible to apply for this special recruitment drive.

Q3: What are the educational qualifications required for Last Grade Servants?

Candidates must have passed Standard VII and should not possess any Degree (except a Graduation certificate from military service for ex-servicemen).

Q4: Is there an application fee for the KPSC Last Grade Servants post?

No, there is no application fee required for this recruitment.

Q5: How can I apply for the KPSC Last Grade Servants post?

You must apply online through the official KPSC website, www.keralapsc.gov.in, after completing your One Time Registration and logging into your profile.

Q6: What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 41 years old, born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2007 (inclusive). Age relaxation up to 50 years is applicable in specific cases.

Q7: Can degree holders apply for the Last Grade Servants post?

Generally, no. Candidates who have acquired any degree (excluding Graduation certificates from military service for ex-servicemen) are ineligible for this post.

Q8: What is the salary scale for KPSC Last Grade Servants?

The selected candidates will receive a salary in the scale of ₹23,000 – ₹50,200/-.