Kerala PSC Recruitment 2026: Official Notification for Police Constable Driver (LC/AI Category)

 Recruitment Overview

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has issued the 1st NCA Notification (Category No. 159/2026) for the recruitment of Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver in the Kerala Police Department. This specific drive is a Direct Recruitment (Statewide) exclusively reserved for candidates belonging to the Latin Catholic/Anglo Indian (LC/AI) community of Kerala State. Eligible candidates must apply online through the KPSC One Time Registration (OTR) portal.

Key Highlights

• Organization Name: Kerala Police
• Recruiting Authority: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Post Name(s): Police Constable Driver / Woman Police Constable Driver
• Category Number: 159/2026 (1st NCA Notification)
• Total Vacancies: 02 (LC/AI Community)
• Job Location: Kerala (Statewide)
• Application Mode: Online (via KPSC OTR profile)
• Last Date to Apply: 04 November 2026
• Official Website: www.keralapsc.gov.in

Vacancy & Salary Details

Selected candidates will be placed on probation and will have to undergo pre-service training before full induction into the force.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Education Examination (Plus Two) or its equivalent.

Technical Qualifications (Driving)

• Must possess a current and valid Driving Licence for Motor Cycle with Gear, Light Motor Vehicles (LMV), Heavy Passenger Vehicles, and Heavy Goods Vehicles.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s Badge.
• Note: Proficiency in driving will be evaluated through a practical test conducted by KPSC during the selection process. Licences and badges must remain valid throughout all stages of the selection.

Physical Qualifications

• Height: Minimum 168 cm for Male candidates, and 157 cm for Female candidates.
• Chest (Male only): Minimum 81 cm normal with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.
• Vision: Distant Vision 6/6 Snellen, Near Vision 0.5 Snellen (without glasses). Each eye must have a full field of vision. Color blindness, night blindness, or squint is a disqualification.
• Note: Candidates must be free from physical defects like knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, bow legs, and defective speech or hearing.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years
• Age Criteria: Candidates must be born between 02.01.1991 and 01.01.2006 (both dates included).
• Age Relaxation: The upper age limit shall be relaxed up to 45 years for Ex-servicemen.

Mandatory Requirements

• Community Restriction: Applications are restricted only to candidates from the LC/AI community of Kerala.
• ID Proof: Candidates holding an Aadhaar card should add it as their I.D. proof in their OTR profile.
• Medical Certificate: A prescribed Medical Certificate (Part A by an Ophthalmologist & Part B by an Assistant Surgeon/Jr. Consultant) must be produced at the time of the physical test.

Selection Process

1. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Verification of height and chest measurements.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
   • Male candidates: Must qualify in 5 out of 8 events (e.g., 100m run, high jump, long jump, shot put, rope climbing, etc.).
   • Female candidates: Must qualify in 5 out of 7 events (e.g., 100m run, high jump, long jump, shot put, skipping, etc.).
3. Practical Driving Test: To prove proficiency in driving LMVs and Heavy Vehicles.
4. Written/OMR/Online Test: If conducted, candidates must submit a confirmation via their OTR profile to generate admission tickets.
5. Document Verification: Verification of educational, community, and medical certificates.

Application Fee

• Application Fee: Nil (No application fee is required to apply for this post).

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application securely:

1. One Time Registration (OTR): Visit the official KPSC website (www.keralapsc.gov.in) and register yourself if you haven’t already.
2. Profile Login: Log in using your User-ID and Password.
3. Apply for Post: Find Category No. 159/2026 and click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
4. Upload Details: Ensure your photograph meets the KPSC guidelines (name and date printed at the bottom, taken within 6 months if it’s a new profile).
5. Submit & Save: Verify all details before the final submission. The application is provisional and cannot be altered after submission.
6. Print Application: Click on the ‘My applications’ link in your profile to keep a printout or soft copy for future reference.

Important Dates

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is eligible to apply for this KPSC notification?

This is an NCA notification (Category 159/2026) exclusively for candidates belonging to the Latin Catholic/Anglo Indian (LC/AI) community of Kerala State. Candidates from other communities will be summarily rejected.

2. Are women eligible to apply?

Yes! The recruitment is for both Police Constable Driver (Male) and Woman Police Constable Driver (Female). Physical standards and efficiency test requirements vary by gender.

3. What is the deadline to submit the application?

The last date to apply online through your KPSC OTR profile is 04 November 2026 (Wednesday) before midnight.

4. Is there an application fee?

No, there is no application fee required to apply for KPSC examinations.

5. Are differently-abled candidates eligible?

No, according to the official notification, differently-abled candidates are not eligible to apply for this specific role.

Disclaimer: Candidates are strictly advised to read the full, official Kerala PSC notification carefully regarding medical certificate formats, physical standards, and OTR procedures before applying.

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