Last updated: 5 June 2026
Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026
Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026: 50 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 22-40 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).
Total Vacancies
50
Department
Kerala Public Service Commission
Age Limit
22-40 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
Kerala PSC KAS 2026 — Group A gazetted post. Preliminary + Mains + Viva-voce. State cadre appointment.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 1 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 28 April 2026
- Exam Date
- 4 October 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2026
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — 100 marks (Kerala PSC OMR-based)
- Main Examination — objective + descriptive papers
- Viva-voce — 20 marks
- Document Verification & Medical
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (OC) | 138 | 200 | 69.0% |
| Ezhava / OBC | 122 | 200 | 61.0% |
| SC / ST | 110 | 200 | 55.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Kerala History & Culture — Travancore, Cochin, Malabar, social reforms, renaissance
- Kerala Geography — Western Ghats, backwaters, rivers, natural resources, ecology
- India & Kerala Economy — MSME, tourism, fisheries, IT sector Kochi Smart City
- General Studies & Current Affairs — national/state events, science, governance
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 43 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 45 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 50 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2026.
Salary & Perks
₹56,500 – ₹1,00,000
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Kerala Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 22 years and the maximum is 40 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 January 2026.
How do I apply for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Kerala Public Service Commission (https://keralapsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Tuesday, 28 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? v
The closing date was Tuesday, 28 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 4 October 2026.