Kerala PSC Draftsman Civil (Training Instructor) 2026 – Total Vacancies & Category Details

Kerala PSC has announced vacancies for the Training Instructor (Draftsman-Civil) post under Category Nos. 455/2025 and 456/2025. Recruitment will be carried out through By-Transfer for eligible staff of the Scheduled Castes Development Department, and through Direct Recruitment if no qualified hands are available. In this blog, explore the vacancy details and apply now.

Kerala PSC Training Instructor/ Draftsman Notification 2026 Highlights

Kerala PSC Releases Draftsman-Civil Vacancy Notification 2026 – PDF Here!

The latest published Kerala PSC Training Instructor notification 2026 provides complete information regarding the recruitment. It includes the appointment methods for Category Nos. 455/2025 and 456/2025, along with reservation details and service conditions. Applicants are advised to go through the notification carefully to ensure they meet all requirements before proceeding with the application.

Kerala PSC Draftsman Civil (Training Instructor) Vacancy 2026 – Total

The Kerala PSC has announced a total of 3 vacancies for the Draftsman Civil (Training Instructor) post under Category Nos. 455/2025 and 456/2025. These vacancies are currently in existence and will first be filled through By-Transfer Recruitment from qualified hands within the Scheduled Castes Development Department.

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A separate ranked list will also be prepared for Direct Recruitment, which will be used only if vacancies remain after advising all eligible By-Transfer candidates. The ranked list published for this notification will remain valid for a minimum of one year and may continue up to three years or until a new list is published. Candidates will be advised from the list for present and future vacancies reported during its currency.

Who Can Apply for Kerala PSC Draftsman Civil 2026

• Method of Recruitment:

  • By Transfer: Priority for internal departmental candidates

  • Direct Recruitment: Applied if vacancies remain after By Transfer

• Age Criteria:

  • By Transfer: Minimum 18 years as of 01-01-2025; no upper limit

  • Direct Recruitment: 18–36 years (Born 02-01-1989 to 01-01-2007)

  • Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates

  • 4% reservation for differently-abled candidates

• Qualifications:

  • By Transfer: 3-year Engineering Diploma in relevant trade from recognized Polytechnic

  • Direct Recruitment: Notification-prescribed or recognized equivalent qualifications; UGC-approved degrees valid

• Additional Requirements:

  • Service Certificate required for By Transfer applicants

  • Must pass departmental probation tests: Manual of Office Procedure, Account Test (Lower), SC Development Department Handbook

Kerala PSC Draftsman Civil 2026: Guide to Selection Process

• Step 1: Written Test – Conducted as Written/OMR/Online. Candidates must submit confirmation in their OTR profile to be eligible. Tickets can be downloaded 15 days prior.
• Step 2: Interview – Shortlisted candidates from the test appear for the interview.
• Step 3: Document Verification – Original documents, including education, age, category, and service certificates, will be verified before final selection.
• Step 4: Notifications & Updates – All instructions, test schedules, and verification dates will be communicated through the OTR profile and registered mobile number.

How to Apply for Kerala PSC Draftsman Civil (Training Instructor) Recruitment

Candidates must first register through One Time Registration (OTR) on the Kerala PSC website. Registered candidates can log in using their User-ID and password. New candidates must create a profile and upload a recent photograph (taken within six months) with name and date printed at the bottom.

To apply:

• Click the ‘Apply Now’ button under the respective post in the Notification Link.
• No application fee is required.
• Verify that all personal information is correct; applications are provisional and cannot be altered after submission.
• Keep a printout or soft copy of the submitted application for future reference.
• Original documents for qualification, experience, age, community, and service (if applicable) must be produced when called.

Non-compliance with notification instructions may lead to rejection of the application.