Last updated: 5 June 2026
Police Constable (Civil/Armed) 2026
Police Constable (Civil/Armed) 2026: 3,500 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-26 years. Qualification: SSLC (10th Pass).
Total Vacancies
3,500
Department
Kerala Public Service Commission
Age Limit
18-26 years
Qualification
SSLC (10th Pass)
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Official Note
Kerala Police Constable 2026 — Civil Police Officer + Armed Police Battalion posts. PSC written exam + Physical.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 10 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 5 June 2026
- Exam Date
- 13 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2026
Selection Process
- Written Test — 100 marks (OMR, Kerala PSC conducted)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 1600 m run, long jump, high jump
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — height, weight
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (OC) | 72 | 100 | 72.0% |
| OBC / Ezhava | 65 | 100 | 65.0% |
| SC / ST | 56 | 100 | 56.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Kerala GK — history, geography, culture, current affairs (40 marks)
- General Knowledge — national events, Indian history, science (30 marks)
- Malayalam Language — grammar, comprehension (20 marks)
- Basic Arithmetic & Reasoning — mental ability (10 marks)
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: SSLC (10th Pass)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 26 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 29 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 31 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 36 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
₹21,000 – ₹55,200
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 Police Constable (Civil/Armed) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 26 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 Police Constable (Civil/Armed) 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 Friday, 5 June 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 Police Constable (Civil/Armed) 2026? v
The closing date was Friday, 5 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 13 September 2026.