Government jobs in Kerala
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Kerala government recruitment, from the Kerala PSC civil services exam to police constable and staff-selection posts. Students from Kerala can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Before you apply
Kerala recruitment usually requires or tests Malayalam.
Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS usually apply only to Kerala residents.
Kerala government exams
Kerala PSC
Kerala Administrative Service (KAS)
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Age (General)
- 21–32 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Kerala PSC
Kerala Police Constable
- Qualification
- Class 12
- Age (General)
- 18–26 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +3, SC/ST +5
Kerala PSC
LDC and other Kerala PSC posts
- Qualification
- Class 10
- Age (General)
- 18–36 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +3, SC/ST +5
Central government jobs for Kerala students
Central exams are open to candidates from every state, with the same age relaxation everywhere. See the full lists by qualification:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for Kerala PSC?
For the Kerala Administrative Service (KAS), the age limit for General candidates is 21 to 32 years. Reserved categories get extra years (OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10). You need a bachelor's degree in any subject.
What qualification do I need for Kerala Police Constable?
Class 12 pass, with an age limit of 18 to 26 years for General candidates. Physical standards and a running test also apply.
Can candidates from other states apply for Kerala government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Kerala residents; candidates from other states are treated as General.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.