KSEB Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 via Kerala PSC Notification Out - Apply Online for 985 Posts
Government of India
Short Information
Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially announced the Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 with 985 vacancies under the Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd. The detailed notification (Category No. 21/2026, Gazette Date: 30 April 2026) was published on the official website www.keralapsc.gov.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria of 18 to 40 years (with relaxations for reserved categories) and hold a SSLC pass along with a 2-year Government-approved Electrician/Wireman Trade Certificate can now submit their online applications from 30 April 2026 to 03 June 2026. Direct links to do
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Gazette Notification | 30/04/2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 03-06-2026 (Wednesday, up to 12 midnight) |
| Age Calculated As On | 03-06-2026 |
| Written/Omr/Online Examination Date | To be notified on KPSC website |
| Admission Ticket Availability | 15 days prior to the date of examination (for confirmed candidates) |
Application Fee
| Details | No application fee is required for this post. Candidates can apply free of cost through the official KPSC One Time Registration portal at www.keralapsc.gov.in. |
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Age Limit
| Details | Only candidates born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) are eligible to apply. The upper age limit is relaxed for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes candidates as per usual age relaxation rules. However, the maximum age limit shall in no case exceed 50 years under any circumstances. For details of concession allowed in upper age limit, candidates may refer to Para 2 of the General Conditions under Part II of the Gazette notification. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | Details |
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| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application (03-06-2026). In addition to the prescribed qualifications, candidates must meet the physical standards specified below and submit a Medical Certificate in the prescribed format from a Medical Officer not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon. | The educational qualification and its equivalent as recognized by executive orders or standing orders of the Government shall also be accepted. Candidates must produce the copy of relevant Government orders on equivalency as and when required by the Commission. | Educational Qualification |
Vacancy Details
- {'District': 'Thiruvananthapuram', 'Number of Vacancies': '101 (One Hundred and One)'}
- {'District': 'Kollam', 'Number of Vacancies': '49 (Forty Nine)'}
- {'District': 'Pathanamthitta', 'Number of Vacancies': '24 (Twenty Four)'}
- {'District': 'Alappuzha', 'Number of Vacancies': '70 (Seventy)'}
- {'District': 'Kottayam', 'Number of Vacancies': '64 (Sixty Four)'}
- {'District': 'Idukki', 'Number of Vacancies': '96 (Ninety Six)'}
- {'District': 'Ernakulam', 'Number of Vacancies': '139 (One Hundred and Thirty Nine)'}
- {'District': 'Thrissur', 'Number of Vacancies': '62 (Sixty Two)'}
- {'District': 'Palakkad', 'Number of Vacancies': '68 (Sixty Eight)'}
- {'District': 'Malappuram', 'Number of Vacancies': '64 (Sixty Four)'}
- {'District': 'Kozhikode', 'Number of Vacancies': '117 (One Hundred and Seventeen)'}
- {'District': 'Wayanad', 'Number of Vacancies': '26 (Twenty Six)'}
- {'District': 'Kannur', 'Number of Vacancies': '73 (Seventy Three)'}
- {'District': 'Kasargod', 'Number of Vacancies': '32 (Thirty Two)'}
- {'District': 'Total', 'Number of Vacancies': '985'}
Category Wise Vacancy
| District | Total |
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Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | ₹ 24,400 – 43,600/- |
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Selection Process
- Test Subject/Type Mode Remarks
- Written / OMR / Online Test General/Technical subjects as applicable Written / OMR / Online Date and programme to be notified on KPSC website
- Test Details
- Pole Climbing Skill Test Candidates must ascend and descend a 9m electric pole within 8 minutes. Conducted by KPSC at the time of selection.
- Minimum Validity 1 (one) year from the date of coming into force
- Maximum Validity 3 (three) years or till publication of a new Ranked List, whichever is earlier
- The selection process for KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 consists of a Written/OMR/Online Examination followed by a Practical Test (Pole Climbing Skill Test). Candidates who submit confirmation for the examination through their One Time Registration profile will only be allowed to generate and download the Admission Ticket. Candidates who have downloaded the Admission Ticket alone will be permitted to attend the examination. The ranked list prepared in pursuance of this notification shall remain in force for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.
- Stage 1 - Written / OMR / Online Examination
- Stage 2 - Practical Test
- Ranked List Validity
How To Apply
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official website of the Kerala Public Service Commission at www.keralapsc.gov.in via the One Time Registration (OTR) system. Applications submitted in any other manner will be summarily rejected. New users must first complete One Time Registration on the KPSC website before applying. Candidates who have already registered can apply by logging into their profile using their User-ID and Password and clicking on the 'Apply Now' button of the respective post in the Notification Link.
- Candidates must apply for the post in only one district and note the name of that district in the relevant column of the online application. Applying for more than one district in response to this notification is strictly prohibited - if found, the applications will be rejected and disciplinary action will be initiated. No application fee is required. Candidates are responsible for the correctness of personal information and secrecy of password. After final submission, no changes or deletions are permitted. Candidates are advised to keep a printout or soft copy of the online application for future reference.
- If a Written/OMR/Online Test is conducted, candidates must submit a confirmation for writing the examination through their One Time Registration profile within the stipulated period - failing which the application will be rejected absolutely. Candidates who have AADHAAR card must add it as Identity Proof in their profile. Original documents to prove qualification, age, community etc. have to be produced as and when called for by the Commission.
- Documents to be Produced When Called for (Original):
- Age proof - SSLC Book or equivalent certificate
- SSLC Certificate/Marksheet and Pass Certificate
- Government approved 2-year National/State Trade Certificate in Electrician/Wireman
- Community/Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
- Medical Certificate in prescribed format (from a Medical Officer not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon) to prove physical fitness and vision
- Gazette notification in case of difference in caste/community between application and SSLC book (along with Non-Creamy Layer/Community Certificate)
- AADHAAR Card (for candidates who possess one)
- Printout of online application
- Apply Online at: https://www.keralapsc.gov.in
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only through the KPSC One Time Registration portal - applications in any other manner will be summarily rejected. Candidates must apply for only one district; applying for more than one district will lead to rejection of all applications and disciplinary action. Candidates appointed in Idukki, Wayanad, or Kasargod districts will not be eligible for working arrangement, deputation, transfer, or mutual transfer for at least ten years, and promotion will also be limited to those districts. No application fee is required for this post. Candidates already in Government service holding the same post in any district are prohibited from applying again for this post. 4% of vacancies are reserved for Differently Abled candidates as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Candidates must submit confirmation for the examination through their OTR profile within the stipulated period - failure to do so will result in absolute rejection of the application. Admission Tickets will be available for download only to candidates who have submitted confirmation, 15 days prior to the examination date. Candidates with AADHAAR card must add it as Identity Proof in their profile. Profile corrections made after the last date of application will not be reflected in the application - such corrections take effect only from the date on which they are made. Candidates must ensure that the photograph uploaded in the profile has the candidate's name and date of photograph printed legibly at the bottom portion; photograph is valid for 10 years from the date of taking. Disciplinary action as per Rule 22 of Kerala Public Service Commission Rules of Procedure 1976 shall be initiated against candidates who submit applications with bogus claims of qualifications or other details. Candidates are advised to visit www.keralapsc.gov.in regularly for updates on all stages of the recruitment process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026?
Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 is a district‑wise direct recruitment by Kerala Public Service Commission to fill 985 Electricity Worker posts in Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd (KSEB).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in KSEB Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026?
A total of 985 vacancies have been announced for Electricity Worker under Category No. 21/2026, distributed across all 14 districts of Kerala with 4% reservation for Differently Abled candidates.
Q3. What are the important dates for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker 2026?
The notification was published in the Gazette on 30 April 2026, and the last date to submit the online application is 03 June 2026 (up to midnight) through the Kerala PSC One Time Registration portal.
Q4. What is the eligibility criteria for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have SSLC pass (or equivalent) and a Government‑approved 2‑year National/State Trade Certificate in Electrician or Wireman, along with the prescribed physical standards and a valid medical fitness certificate.
Q5. What is the age limit for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker 2026?
The age limit is 18–40 years, and only candidates born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) are eligible, with usual relaxations for SC, ST, and OBC categories subject to a maximum age cap of 50 years.
Q6. Is there any application fee for KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no application fee for this post, and candidates can apply free of cost through the Kerala PSC One Time Registration (Thulasi) portal.
Q7. What is the salary of a KSEB Electricity Worker?
The selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹24,400 – 43,600 as per the notification for Electricity Worker (Mazdoor) under Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd.
Q8. What is the selection process for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026?
The selection process consists of a Written/OMR/Online Test conducted by Kerala PSC followed by a Practical Test (Pole Climbing) where candidates must climb and descend a 9‑metre electric pole within the stipulated time.
About Government of India Recruitment
Government of India ne KSEB Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 via Kerala PSC Notification Out - Apply Online for 985 Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 985 (District-wise; including 4% PH reservation) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 03-06-2026 (Wednesday, up to 12 midnight) hai.
Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.