KPSC CPO Exam Coaching
Start your career in the Kerala Police with Entri's KPSC CPO exam coaching. Prepare for the Kerala PSC Civil Police Officer / Police Constable exam with recorded classes in Malayalam on GK, current affairs, maths, reasoning and English, plus mock tests, previous year questions and physical efficiency test guidance. Gold plan users also get live classes, personal mentorship and doubt-clearing sessions.
KPSC CPO Exam Coaching: Key Highlights
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About the Kerala PSC CPO Exam
Kerala PSC recruits Civil Police Officers (Police Constables) for the Kerala Police, including the Armed Police Battalions. The post is open to Plus Two holders and carries a pay scale of ₹31,100 – ₹66,800.
The latest Police Constable (Trainee) recruitment for the Armed Police Battalions is under Category No. 563/2025, notified on 15 December 2025. The OMR exam was held on 20 June 2026, followed by the physical measurement and endurance tests for short-listed candidates.
- Endurance Test: Qualifying in nature (1600m run for males; 800m run for females within the stipulated time limit).
- Written / OMR Test: 100 Objective Questions | 100 Marks | 1 Hour 15 Minutes duration (1/3rd1/3rd negative marking).
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Must qualify in a minimum specified number of events (e.g., 100m run, high jump, long jump, shot put, chinning up/pull-ups).
- Medical Examination & Certificate Verification: Verification of physical fitness, vision criteria, and original documents.
Preparing for the Kerala PSC Constable exam should not be taken for granted. You should have a study plan that is well-planned and structured. The most important task is to find the best resources for your study. Understanding your syllabus and exam pattern is an essential criterion to be satisfied. Learn to manage time by practicing regularly. You have to find the weak and strong areas before starting to work on particular sessions. The basic preparation strategies that you ought to adopt while preparing for the Kerala PSC CPO exam are as follows:
- Craft a workable study plan
- Make a well-structured study plan
- Revise your portions regularly
- Segregate the entire syllabus based on the weightage
- Choose the best platform for preparation
- Fix the method of preparation
- Look for the most reliable source of the materials from the available sources
- Learn time management skills
- Learn techniques to improve your writing and reading skills
- Understand concepts from experienced mentors
- Spend time daily to clarify your doubts
- Understand the exam pattern and the syllabus
- Attend mock tests and daily tests regularly
- Practice with the revision test and previous years’ question paper
- Understand the nature of exam pattern
- Find the best quality study material
- Make use of the productive time
- Spend quality time on the weaker session
- Practice to improve the speed and accuracy of writing
- Keep updated about the Kerala PSC CPOexam
- Use updated study materials
- Formulate a neat and effective study plan
- Practice exam regularly
- Cover the syllabus prescribed by KPSC
- Identify your stronger and weaker area
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KPSC CPO Exam 2026 Details
Key details of the latest Kerala PSC Police Constable recruitment:
Particulars
Details
Post
Police Constable (Trainee) – Armed Police Battalion
Department
Kerala Police
Category No.
563/2025
Notification date
15 December 2025
OMR exam date
20 June 2026
Pay scale
₹31,100 – ₹66,800
Qualification
Plus Two or equivalent
Selection
OMR exam, physical measurement, endurance test and ranked list
KPSC CPO Eligibility Criteria
- Kerala PSC CPO Age Limit:
The candidates who wish to apply for the post of KPSC CPO exam should mind the prescribed age limit. The minimum age limit of the candidates belonging to the general category is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 26 years. For the candidates belonging to the SC/ST category, age relaxation is applicable for 5 years. The age limit ranges between 18 years to 29 years. For the candidates belonging to the OBC category, an age relaxation of 3 years is given. The prescribed age limit for candidates belonging to the OBC category ranges between 18 years to 31 years.
- Education Qualification:
Must have passed Higher Secondary Education (HSE / Plus Two) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Kerala.
Physical Standards
To become a CPO, candidates need to qualify for the physical efficiency test. Out of eight events, the candidates must clear any five events.
The physical standard that the candidates need to satisfy is given below for detailed reference.
Events
One Star Standard test
100 Meters Run
17 Seconds
200 Meters Run
36 Seconds
Putting the short (4 Kg)
4.88 m
High Jump
1.06 m
Long Jump
3.05 m
Shuttle Race(4 X 25 m)
26 Seconds
Throwing the throw ball
14 Meters
Skipping (One minute)
80 times
Physical Requirements
Qualifying the physical efficiency test is mandatory for those candidates who wish to apply for the post of Kerala PSC CPO post. Here is the basic physical requirement to be satisfied inorder to clear this stage of selection.
Physical Requirements
Particulars
Height (General)
Minimum 157 cm
Height (SC/ST)
Minimum 150 cm
Distant Vision
6/6 Snellen for both eyes
Near Vision
0.5 Snellen for both eyes
Additional vision requirements
Full field of vision of eyes
Candidate should not be-
Color blind
Squint or any morbid conditions of the eye or lids of either eyes shall be a disqualification.
Physical defects like knock-knee, flat foot, Varicose vein, bow legs, deformed limbs will be disqualified
Irregular and protruding tooth,defective speech and hearing shall be considered for disqualification
KPSC CPO Exam Pattern
Part
Section / Subject
Marks
Part I
General Knowledge & Science (പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം)
30 Marks
Part II
Current Affairs (അനുകാലിക വിഷയങ്ങൾ)
10 Marks
Part III
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability & Observation Skills
10 Marks
Part IV
Special Topics (Job Nature & Duties related to Police Department)
20 Marks
Part V
Driving License & Traffic Rules Based Questions
30 Marks
KPSC CPO Syllabus
Below is the detailed syllabus of KPSC Constable exam
Part I: General Knowledge (പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം - 30 Marks)
- History (ചരിത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Kerala: Arrival of Europeans, Travancore history from Marthanda Varma to Sree Chithira Thirunal, Social & Religious Reform Movement, National movement in Kerala, Aikya Kerala movement, Post-1956 socio-political history.
- India: British Rule, Revolt of 1857, Indian National Congress, Swadeshi Movement, Mahatma Gandhi & Freedom movement, Post-independence era, Reorganization of States.
- World: Great Revolution (England), American War of Independence, French Revolution, Russian Revolution, Chinese Revolution, Post-WWII history, UNO & International organizations.
- Geography (ഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Basic principles of Geography, Atmosphere, Rocks, Earth's surface, Pressure & Winds, Maps, Remote sensing, Oceans, Continents.
- India & Kerala Geography: Physical features, States, Rivers, Climate, Natural Vegetation, Agriculture,Minerals, Transport systems (Road, Rail, Water, Air).
- Economics (ധനതത്വ ശാസ്ത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Indian economy, Five-Year Plans, Planning Commission, NITI Aayog, New Economic Reforms, Financial Institutions, Crops, Green Revolution.
- Indian Constitution (ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടന) – 6 Marks
- Constituent Assembly, Preamble, Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, Panchayati Raj, Key Constitutional Amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91), Union/State/Concurrent lists.
- Kerala - Governance & Administration – 2 Marks
- State Civil Service, Constitutional Bodies, Commissions, Disaster Management Authority, Social Welfare schemes, Labor & Employment programs.
- Biology & Public Health (ജീവശാസ്ത്രവും പൊതുജന ആരോഗ്യവും) – 3 Marks
- Human body basics, Vitamins & Deficiency diseases, Communicable diseases, Lifestyle diseases, Public health initiatives in Kerala, Environmental issues.
- Physics (ഭൗതിക ശാസ്ത്രം) – 2 Marks
- Units & Measurements, Newton's Laws of Motion, ISRO achievements, Light (Lenses & Mirrors), Sound,Forces (Friction, Pressure, Buoyancy, Archimedes' Principle), Gravity, Heat & Temperature.
- Chemistry (രസതന്ത്രം) – 2 Marks
- Atoms, Molecules, States of Matter, Gas Laws, Elements & Periodic Table, Acids, Bases & pH, Metals & Non-metals, Chemical reactions.
- Arts, Sports, Literature & Culture – 3 Marks
- Kerala & Indian art forms, Famous sports personalities, Awards, Major literary works and authors.
Current Affairs (അനുകാലിക വിഷയങ്ങൾ - 10 Marks)
Latest updates on National & International events, Sports achievements, Awards, State Government schemes, Scientific advancements, and major political events.
Part III: Simple Arithmetic & Mental Ability (10 Marks)
- Arithmetic: Numbers, Fractions, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Averages.
- Mental Ability & Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Series completion, Analogy, Blood Relations, Direction sense, Odd one out, Mathematical operations, Puzzle reasoning.
Part IV: Special Topics – Police Job Duties (20 Marks)
- Nature of work and responsibilities specific to Police Constable Drivers.
- Basic knowledge of police organization, emergency handling, VIP security convoy rules, basic first aid, and law enforcement duties on roads.
Part V: Driving & Motor Vehicle Rules (30 Marks)
- Motor Vehicles Act & Traffic Rules: Traffic signs, signals, road safety rules, hand signals, right-of-way rules.
- Vehicle Maintenance & Mechanics: Basic working of IC Engines (Petrol/Diesel), cooling & lubrication systems, brake system, clutch, gearboxes, steering mechanisms, tire care, fuel efficiency techniques, troubleshooting common vehicle breakdowns.
- Pollution & Documentation: Vehicle registration requirements, fitness certificates, Pollution Under Control (PUC) norms, insurance documents, driving license rules & penalties.
Key details of the latest Kerala PSC Police Constable recruitment:
Particulars | Details |
Post | Police Constable (Trainee) – Armed Police Battalion |
Department | Kerala Police |
Category No. | 563/2025 |
Notification date | 15 December 2025 |
OMR exam date | 20 June 2026 |
Pay scale | ₹31,100 – ₹66,800 |
Qualification | Plus Two or equivalent |
Selection | OMR exam, physical measurement, endurance test and ranked list |
- Kerala PSC CPO Age Limit:
The candidates who wish to apply for the post of KPSC CPO exam should mind the prescribed age limit. The minimum age limit of the candidates belonging to the general category is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 26 years. For the candidates belonging to the SC/ST category, age relaxation is applicable for 5 years. The age limit ranges between 18 years to 29 years. For the candidates belonging to the OBC category, an age relaxation of 3 years is given. The prescribed age limit for candidates belonging to the OBC category ranges between 18 years to 31 years.
- Education Qualification:
Must have passed Higher Secondary Education (HSE / Plus Two) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Kerala.
To become a CPO, candidates need to qualify for the physical efficiency test. Out of eight events, the candidates must clear any five events.
The physical standard that the candidates need to satisfy is given below for detailed reference.
|
Events |
One Star Standard test |
|
100 Meters Run |
17 Seconds |
|
200 Meters Run |
36 Seconds |
|
Putting the short (4 Kg) |
4.88 m |
|
High Jump |
1.06 m |
|
Long Jump |
3.05 m |
|
Shuttle Race(4 X 25 m) |
26 Seconds |
|
Throwing the throw ball |
14 Meters |
|
Skipping (One minute) |
80 times |
Qualifying the physical efficiency test is mandatory for those candidates who wish to apply for the post of Kerala PSC CPO post. Here is the basic physical requirement to be satisfied inorder to clear this stage of selection.
|
Physical Requirements |
Particulars |
|
Height (General) |
Minimum 157 cm |
|
Height (SC/ST) |
Minimum 150 cm |
|
Distant Vision |
6/6 Snellen for both eyes |
|
Near Vision |
0.5 Snellen for both eyes |
|
Additional vision requirements |
Full field of vision of eyes |
|
Candidate should not be- |
Color blind Squint or any morbid conditions of the eye or lids of either eyes shall be a disqualification. Physical defects like knock-knee, flat foot, Varicose vein, bow legs, deformed limbs will be disqualified Irregular and protruding tooth,defective speech and hearing shall be considered for disqualification |
|
Part |
Section / Subject |
Marks |
|
Part I |
General Knowledge & Science (പൊതുവിജ്ഞാനം) |
30 Marks |
|
Part II |
Current Affairs (അനുകാലിക വിഷയങ്ങൾ) |
10 Marks |
|
Part III |
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability & Observation Skills |
10 Marks |
|
Part IV |
Special Topics (Job Nature & Duties related to Police Department) |
20 Marks |
|
Part V |
Driving License & Traffic Rules Based Questions |
30 Marks |
- History (ചരിത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Kerala: Arrival of Europeans, Travancore history from Marthanda Varma to Sree Chithira Thirunal, Social & Religious Reform Movement, National movement in Kerala, Aikya Kerala movement, Post-1956 socio-political history.
- India: British Rule, Revolt of 1857, Indian National Congress, Swadeshi Movement, Mahatma Gandhi & Freedom movement, Post-independence era, Reorganization of States.
- World: Great Revolution (England), American War of Independence, French Revolution, Russian Revolution, Chinese Revolution, Post-WWII history, UNO & International organizations.
- Geography (ഭൂമിശാസ്ത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Basic principles of Geography, Atmosphere, Rocks, Earth's surface, Pressure & Winds, Maps, Remote sensing, Oceans, Continents.
- India & Kerala Geography: Physical features, States, Rivers, Climate, Natural Vegetation, Agriculture,Minerals, Transport systems (Road, Rail, Water, Air).
- Economics (ധനതത്വ ശാസ്ത്രം) – 4 Marks
- Indian economy, Five-Year Plans, Planning Commission, NITI Aayog, New Economic Reforms, Financial Institutions, Crops, Green Revolution.
- Indian Constitution (ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടന) – 6 Marks
- Constituent Assembly, Preamble, Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, Panchayati Raj, Key Constitutional Amendments (42, 44, 52, 73, 74, 86, 91), Union/State/Concurrent lists.
- Kerala - Governance & Administration – 2 Marks
- State Civil Service, Constitutional Bodies, Commissions, Disaster Management Authority, Social Welfare schemes, Labor & Employment programs.
- Biology & Public Health (ജീവശാസ്ത്രവും പൊതുജന ആരോഗ്യവും) – 3 Marks
- Human body basics, Vitamins & Deficiency diseases, Communicable diseases, Lifestyle diseases, Public health initiatives in Kerala, Environmental issues.
- Physics (ഭൗതിക ശാസ്ത്രം) – 2 Marks
- Units & Measurements, Newton's Laws of Motion, ISRO achievements, Light (Lenses & Mirrors), Sound,Forces (Friction, Pressure, Buoyancy, Archimedes' Principle), Gravity, Heat & Temperature.
- Chemistry (രസതന്ത്രം) – 2 Marks
- Atoms, Molecules, States of Matter, Gas Laws, Elements & Periodic Table, Acids, Bases & pH, Metals & Non-metals, Chemical reactions.
- Arts, Sports, Literature & Culture – 3 Marks
- Kerala & Indian art forms, Famous sports personalities, Awards, Major literary works and authors.
- Arithmetic: Numbers, Fractions, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Averages.
- Mental Ability & Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Series completion, Analogy, Blood Relations, Direction sense, Odd one out, Mathematical operations, Puzzle reasoning.
- Nature of work and responsibilities specific to Police Constable Drivers.
- Basic knowledge of police organization, emergency handling, VIP security convoy rules, basic first aid, and law enforcement duties on roads.
- Motor Vehicles Act & Traffic Rules: Traffic signs, signals, road safety rules, hand signals, right-of-way rules.
- Vehicle Maintenance & Mechanics: Basic working of IC Engines (Petrol/Diesel), cooling & lubrication systems, brake system, clutch, gearboxes, steering mechanisms, tire care, fuel efficiency techniques, troubleshooting common vehicle breakdowns.
- Pollution & Documentation: Vehicle registration requirements, fitness certificates, Pollution Under Control (PUC) norms, insurance documents, driving license rules & penalties.
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