Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification 2026 – Apply Online, Eligibility & Details

The Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification has been released by the Kerala Public Service Commission under Category No. 156/2026. It is a Special Recruitment for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates for the post of Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II in the Local Self Government Department (LSGD).

Applications are open online only through the official Kerala PSC website, and the last date to apply is 04 November 2026 (Wednesday), up to 12 midnight. If you hold a Civil Engineering diploma, an ITI/trade certificate in Surveyor or Draftsman (Civil), or a VHSE in the relevant stream, read on for the full details.

This is a special recruitment. Applications from candidates other than SC/ST will be rejected without individual communication.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification 2026 PDF Download

The LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification has been released by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) for the post of Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II under the Local Self Government Department (LSGD). Eligible SC/ST candidates can check the notification for details on vacancies, eligibility, qualifications, application process, and important dates.

The detailed LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification PDF is available below for candidates to download and refer to for complete information.

Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification 2026: Highlights

Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Vacancy 2026

The notification reports 1 (one) vacancy for SC/ST candidates, and the Commission has noted that it exists now.

The ranked list will also be used for:

• Further vacancies reported for Special Recruitment from SC/ST during the life of the list.
• Vacancies reported exclusively for Scheduled Tribes, if no separate ranked list is available or a separate ST-only selection is not under way.
• If the list has no ST candidate, a fresh ST-only notification will be issued for such vacancies.

So the single vacancy is not the whole opportunity. Candidates on the list can be advised against later vacancies too.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit

• Age: 18–45 years
• Date of birth: Only candidates born between 02.01.1981 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) can apply.
• No other age relaxation is allowed.
• If no qualified candidates are available within the age limit, the upper age limit may be relaxed up to 50 years. It can never exceed 50 years in any case.

Educational Qualification

Candidates need (I) SSLC or equivalent and (II) any one of the qualifications below:

1. Diploma in Civil Engineering (2-year course) of Women’s Polytechnic, or any qualification recognised by Government as equivalent.
2. Group Certificate under KGTE/MGTE. It must include all four groups: Building Drawing, Building Construction, Survey and Irrigation.
3. Pass in the following eight subjects under KGTE/MGTE:
   • Surveying and Levelling (Higher)
   • Applied Mechanics (Higher)
   • Building Materials and Construction (Higher/Lower)
   • Hydraulics and Irrigation (Higher)
   • Building Drawing and Estimating (Higher)
   • Earthwork and Road Making (Higher)
   • Geometrical Drawing (Lower)
   • Mensuration (Lower)
4. National Apprenticeship Certificate (Surveyor) or (Civil)
5. National Trade Certificate (Surveyor) or (Draftsman Civil)
6. State Trade Certificate (Surveyor) or (Draftsman Civil)
7. VHSE pass in Draftsmanship in Building Technology, or Quantity Surveying and Surveying

Equivalent/higher qualifications: Qualifications declared equivalent by Government orders, or higher qualifications that presuppose the prescribed lower qualification, are also acceptable under Rule 10(a)(ii) of Part II of KS & SSR. Keep a copy of the relevant Government Order ready, as the Commission can ask for it. Degrees and diplomas from UGC-approved universities, or institutions established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature, are acceptable as per G.O.(M.S) No. 526/PD dated 17.07.1965.

Community

Only Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe candidates of Kerala can apply. If the caste or community in your application differs from your SSLC book, you must produce a Gazette Notification along with the Community Certificate at certificate verification.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Selection Process 2026

Appointment is by Direct Recruitment (Special Recruitment for SC/ST) and is made on rank from the ranked list published by Kerala PSC, subject to the special reservation orders and to Rules 3(C), 17(A) and 17(B) of Part II of the KS & SSR, 1958.

The notification does not fix the stages of selection. If a written, OMR or online test is held, you must submit a confirmation through your OTR profile within the stipulated period. Only then can you download your Admission Ticket, in the last 15 days before the test. Applications without confirmation are rejected absolutely. The exact period will be published in the exam programme and sent to your profile and registered mobile number.

If you receive a profile message asking for documents, upload them within the stipulated time, or you will not be considered for the next stage.

How to Apply Online for Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 2026

There is no application fee. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the official Kerala PSC website, www.keralapsc.gov.in.
2. New users: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) and create your profile. Existing users: Log in with your User ID and Password.
3. Find Category No. 156/2026 (Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II, LSGD) in the notification list.
4. Click “Apply Now”.
5. Check every detail in your profile, then submit.
6. Take a printout or save a soft copy from “My Applications” in your profile.

Important points to remember:

• Do not create multiple profiles. It can lead to forfeiture of your candidature.
• Photograph: New profiles need a photo taken within the last 6 months, with your name and the date of the photo printed legibly at the bottom. A valid photo stays valid for 10 years.
• Aadhaar: If you have an Aadhaar card, add it as ID proof in your profile.
• An application cannot be altered or deleted after submission, so verify before you submit.
• Quote your User ID in all communication with the Commission, and attach the application printout.
• Keep your password secret. You are responsible for the correctness of your personal information.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Validity of the Ranked List

The ranked list will remain in force for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 3 years. It will not continue after the first year if a new list for the same post, under the same method of appointment, is published.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Probation Period

Every appointee is on probation for 2 years on duty within a continuous period of 3 years, from the date of joining.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Salary 2026

The scale of pay for the post is ₹31,100 – ₹66,800. This is the basic pay scale. Allowances such as DA and HRA are paid on top as per government rules.

LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Notification 2026 Important Instructions for Candidates

• Read the General Conditions (Part II) before applying. Applications that don’t comply may be rejected.
• Bring original documents for qualification, age, community and so on whenever the Commission asks.
• Bogus claims about qualification or experience can lead to disqualification, debarment, or criminal proceedings under Rule 22 of the Kerala PSC Rules of Procedure.

How to Prepare for the LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Exam

Since a test may be conducted, start early. Work through the Civil Engineering diploma/ITI subjects (surveying, building construction, drawing, estimation) along with general knowledge, Kerala renaissance, current affairs, and basic maths and mental ability. A good practice routine is:

• Revise the core technical subjects from your diploma/ITI course.
• Practise previous year Kerala PSC question papers for Draftsman and Surveyor posts.
• Take regular mock tests to build speed and accuracy.

You can practise Kerala PSC mock tests, quizzes and study material on the Entri app.