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The Kerala Public Service Commission has reported 1 (one) vacancy for Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II in the Local Self Government Department (LSGD) under Category No. 156/2026. The vacancy is reserved for SC/ST candidates under Special Recruitment, and the notification states that it is now in existence.
One vacancy may look small, but it is only part of the picture. The ranked list prepared from this notification can also be used for further SC/ST special recruitment vacancies and, in some cases, ST-only vacancies, during its validity. This page explains how that works.
For eligibility, see LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Eligibility. To apply, see LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Apply Online.
Kerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Vacancy 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Category No. | 156/2026 |
| Department | Local Self Government Department (Group IV Planning Wing) |
| Post | Draftsman Grade II / Town Planning Surveyor Grade II |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment (Special Recruitment for SC/ST) |
| Total Vacancy | 1 (One) |
| Reservation | SC/ST |
| Scale of Pay | ₹31,100 – ₹66,800 |
| Status of Vacancy | Existing now |
| Last Date to Apply | 04.11.2026 (Wednesday), up to 12 midnight |
Who Can Apply for LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Vacancy 2026?
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- Community: SC/ST candidates of Kerala only
- Age: 18–45 (born 02.01.1981 to 01.01.2008), relaxable up to 50 only if qualified candidates within the age limit aren’t available
- Education: SSLC plus one of the listed technical qualifications (Civil Engineering Diploma, KGTE/MGTE, National/State Trade Certificates, National Apprenticeship Certificate, or VHSE)
The full details are on our Eligibility page.
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Join NowKerala PSC LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Category-wise Vacancy 2026
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Special Recruitment) | 01 |
| Total | 01 |
The notification does not split the vacancy between SC and ST. It is shown as a single SC/ST post, so candidates from both communities compete for it.
What “Special Recruitment for SC/ST” Means
Special Recruitment is a selection held only for SC/ST candidates. It is conducted to fill vacancies reserved for these communities.
- Only SC/ST candidates can apply. Applications from others are rejected without individual communication.
- The selection is Direct Recruitment, and appointments are made on rank from the ranked list.
- Appointments follow the special reservation orders listed in the notification, along with Rules 3(C), 17(A) and 17(B) of Part II of the Kerala State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1958.
Will the Ranked List Cover More Than One Vacancy?
Yes, and this is the most useful thing to understand about this notification. The Commission states that advice for appointment will be made from the ranked list:
- To the vacancy in this notification, which is the 1 existing vacancy.
- To further vacancies reported for Special Recruitment from SC/ST during the life of the list.
- To vacancies reported exclusively for Scheduled Tribes, if there is no separate ranked list for them, or if a separate ST-only selection is not under way for those vacancies.
If the list has no Scheduled Tribe candidate, a fresh notification exclusively for Scheduled Tribes will be issued to fill such vacancies.
So more than one candidate may eventually be advised, depending on how many vacancies are reported while the list is in force.
Validity of the LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Ranked List 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum validity | 1 year |
| Maximum validity | 3 years |
| Early replacement | The list won’t continue after the first year if a new list for the same post is published after the minimum period, under the same method of appointment |
Within this period, any new SC/ST vacancy in this post can be filled from the list. The longer the list stays in force, the more chances for lower-ranked candidates. A new list published after the first year can end the old one, though.
LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 Pay Scale and Probation
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scale of Pay | ₹31,100 – ₹66,800 |
| Probation | 2 years on duty within a continuous period of 3 years |
See our LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 salary page for the allowance breakdown.
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Join NowFrequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in LSGD Draftsman Grade 2?
1 vacancy, reserved for SC/ST candidates under Cat. No. 156/2026.
Is the LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 vacancy for SC or ST?
It is a combined SC/ST vacancy under Special Recruitment. The notification does not split it between the two.
Is the LSGD Draftsman Grade 2 vacancy already existing?
Yes. The notification states that it is now in existence.
Can the ranked list be used for more vacancies?
Yes. It can be used for further SC/ST special recruitment vacancies reported during the list’s validity, and for ST-only vacancies if no separate list or selection is available for them.
How long is the ranked list valid?
A minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 3 years. It won’t continue after the first year if a new list for the same post is published.
