Kerala PSC Water Authority Plumber Selection Process 2026: Eligibility, Age Limit & How to Apply

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released Category No. 132/2026 for the post of Plumber (By Transfer) under the Kerala Water Authority (KWA). This notification, published on 31.08.2026, invites applications for 8 vacancies in the pay scale of ₹25,800–59,300. Unlike a regular open recruitment, this notification is specifically meant for in-service personnel already working in the lower categories of Kerala Water Authority. If you’re a KWA employee looking to move into the Plumber cadre through transfer, here’s a complete breakdown of the KWA Plumber selection process 2026, qualifications, and how to apply before the 07.10.2026 deadline.

KWA Plumber Selection Process 2026 PDF Download

Candidates can download the official Kerala Water Authority Plumber (By Transfer) notification to check the detailed selection process, eligibility conditions, application requirements, and other important instructions. The notification is applicable only to in-service personnel working in the lower categories of Kerala Water Authority and provides complete details regarding Category No. 132/2026.

KWA Plumber Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Who Can Apply? – KWA Plumber Eligibility Criteria 2026

This is the most important part of the notification — this post is not open to the general public. Only the following candidates are eligible:

• Candidates must be in-service personnel currently working in Kerala Water Authority in any of the lower categories covered under GO(P) No. 1/2023/WRD dated 27.01.2023, or under the Kerala Water Authority (Administrative, Ministerial and Last Grade) Service Rules, 2011.
• Such candidates must have completed not less than three years of service in those lower categories.
• If eligible in-service candidates are not available to fill all 8 vacancies, the remaining posts will be filled from the Ranked List prepared for Direct Recruitment to the Plumber post.
• Reservation rules under Rules 14 to 17 of Part II, KS&SSR do not apply to this particular recruitment.

Age Limit

• Candidates must be between 18 and 50 years.
• Only those born between 02.01.1976 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) are eligible.
• No further age relaxation is admissible, including for differently abled candidates applying for this post.

KWA Plumber Educational & Technical Qualification 2026

To be considered for the KWA Plumber post, candidates must hold:

1. A pass in SSLC or its equivalent, and
2. A National Trade Certificate (NTC) awarded by the National Council for Vocational Training in the Plumber trade, after completing a one-year course, or an equivalent qualification.

Preferential Qualification: Candidates holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate will be given preference over those holding only a National Trade Certificate, as per GO(MS) No. 50/70/PD dated 12.02.1970 (amended by GO(MS) No. 246/70/PD dated 21.07.1970) and GO(MS) No. 112/81/LBR dated 22.12.1981.

Rule 10(a)(ii) of Part II of KS&SSR is also applicable, meaning equivalent or higher qualifications recognised by Government orders or accepted by the Commission will also be considered valid.

KWA Plumber Selection Process 2026: Step by Step

Since this is a transfer-based recruitment, the KWA Plumber selection process differs slightly from a typical written-exam-based PSC recruitment:

1. Eligibility screening – The Commission first identifies eligible in-service candidates from KWA’s lower categories with the required 3+ years of service.
2. Application submission – Eligible candidates apply online through their Kerala PSC One Time Registration profile.
3. Document verification – Candidates must produce a Service Certificate (format prescribed in the notification) from their Head of Office/Department, along with educational and trade certificates, when called by the Commission.
4. Ranked List preparation – A ranked list of eligible in-service candidates is prepared. If vacancies remain unfilled after considering in-service candidates, they are filled from the existing Direct Recruitment Ranked List for the Plumber post.
5. Advice for appointment – Selected candidates are advised against the reported vacancies. The list remains valid for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years, unless a new ranked list is published earlier.
6. Probation – Appointed candidates undergo probation as per the Special Rules of Kerala Water Authority. The Commission can cancel an appointment advice made in error within the probation period or 240 days from the date of joining, whichever is earlier.

Service Certificate Format – KWA Plumber 2026

Applicants must obtain a Service Certificate from their Head of Office (Kerala Water Authority) before applying. The certificate must include:

• Name of the employee
• Present post held and pay scale
• Department currently working in
• Subordinate service the applicant belongs to
• Date of commencement of service and date of declaration of probation
• Whether the applicant is an approved probationer or full member of service
• Community/religion details as per service records
• Complete service particulars (post held, period, length of service, probation declaration date)

This certificate must be signed by the Head of Office with an official seal and produced when the Commission requests it.

How to Apply for KWA Plumber Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official Kerala PSC website: www.keralapsc.gov.in
2. Log in to your One Time Registration (OTR) profile using your User ID and password. New candidates must complete OTR registration first.
3. Locate Category No. 132/2026 – Plumber (By Transfer), Kerala Water Authority and click “Apply Now” on the notification link.
4. Verify that all details in your profile — including your uploaded photograph — are accurate and up to date.
5. Submit the application. Note that applications cannot be edited or deleted after final submission, so double-check everything beforehand.
6. Save a soft copy or printout of your application for future reference and for any correspondence with the Commission.
7. No application fee is required for this post.

Candidates with an Aadhaar card must add it as ID proof in their OTR profile. If a written/OMR/online test is part of the selection process, candidates must submit confirmation through their profile within the stipulated window to generate their admission ticket.