List of Major Kerala PSC Exams & Posts

10th-level (SSLC / Matric) — common entry-level posts
Last Grade Servant (LGS) — basic clerical or support roles in many departments.
Peon / Attender — office support and logistics duties.
Fireman / Fire Woman — firefighting & rescue positions that include physical tests.
Meter Reader — utility metering and field checks.
Laboratory Attender — support role in government labs and institutions.
Sales Assistant / Binder — roles in government stores, presses or depots.


12th-level (Plus Two / Intermediate) — clerical & para-technical roles
Data Entry Operator — typing, editing and data processing tasks; computer skills required.
Typist / Typist Grade-II / Typist Clerk — shorthand/typing-focused clerical jobs.
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Lower Division Typist — routine office administration roles.
Confidential Assistant Grade 2 — support work involving confidential files and records.
Stenographer — shorthand and transcription duties.
Sales Assistant — in some notifications where +2 is the minimum requirement.


Degree-level (Graduates) — higher clerical & professional posts
University Assistant — administrative positions in universities and higher education.
Junior Assistant / Office Assistant / Company Assistant — administrative staff across state departments.
Secretariat Assistant — clerical post at secretariat level with broader responsibility.
Kerala Administrative Services (KAS) — Junior Scale — an administrative career stream with competitive selection.
Block Development Officer (BDO) — field-level development administration (often degree + experience).
Municipal Secretary Grade III — local body administration roles.
Computer Assistant Grade 2 — IT support & software-related roles for degree/diploma holders.
Assistant, Assistant Prison Officer, Women Assistant Prison Officer, Assistant Jailor Grade I — correctional services positions.
Civil Excise Officer — regulatory and enforcement role (degree often preferred).
Civil Police Officer / Police Constable / Women Civil Police Officer / Assistant Sub Inspector (Trainee) — police and law enforcement exams that include physical tests.
SBCID & Special Branch Roles — department-specific or intelligence-related posts (notification-dependent).

Note: Kerala PSC occasionally lists posts with slightly different titles or department-specific eligibility. Always check the official notification for exact age, educational qualifications and syllabus before applying.


Short Descriptions & Exam Focus (how to tailor mock tests)
Clerical roles (LDC, Junior Assistant, Secretariat Assistant): focus on General English, Malayalam, Arithmetic (problem-solving), Basic Computer and Kerala General Knowledge.
Technical/IT roles (Data Entry Operator, Computer Assistant): emphasize typing, MS Office, basic IT concepts and regular hands-on practice.
Police & Fire services: practice General Knowledge, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and prepare for physical efficiency tests.
KAS / Officer-level posts (BDO, Municipal Secretary): cover broader subjects — General Studies, State Polity, Economy, Administrative topics and optional subjects depending on the post.


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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Kerala PSC exam should a 12th-pass candidate target first?
Start with clerical posts such as Typist, LDC, Data Entry Operator or Secretariat Assistant (if you meet the eligibility). These roles match +2 qualifications, offer practical office experience and have focused syllabi — ideal for first-time applicants.
2. How do I choose between degree-level posts like University Assistant vs. KAS Junior Scale?
University Assistant is a role with a narrower administrative scope; KAS is a competitive administrative stream offering broader career growth. Choose KAS if you want an administrative career and can manage a wider syllabus and tougher competition. If you prefer a more focused start, apply for graduate-level clerical posts and build experience.
3. Are mock tests useful for Kerala PSC exams — how should I use them?
Yes. Mock tests help with time management, exposing question patterns and highlighting weak topics. Schedule weekly timed mocks, review mistakes thoroughly, and combine topic-wise practice with full-syllabus mocks as the exam date nears.
4. Do police constable/fireman posts require special physical tests?
Yes. Police and fire service recruitments normally include physical efficiency and endurance tests. Check the official notification for exact standards (height, race timings, and other benchmarks) and begin physical conditioning 8–12 weeks prior to the test.
5. Where can I find the official syllabus and past question papers?
Download the official notification and syllabus from the Kerala PSC website. Past papers and answer keys are available on the PSC portal and reliable coaching sites. Use them for pattern analysis and to build mock tests.


Why this list matters for aspirants
Helps you pick focused mock tests. Knowing which posts require which qualification lets you choose the right mock series and syllabus.
Improves time allocation. Prioritizing eligible exams prevents wasted study hours on irrelevant topics.
Guides exam strategy. Clerical, police and administrative posts demand different preparation patterns — this list helps you tailor study, physical training and optional reading.
Aids career planning. Understanding the ladder (start at clerical — later target KAS) helps set medium- and long-term goals.
Reduces confusion at application time. When notifications appear, you’ll immediately know whether to apply and how to prepare.