The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) invites applications from qualified male candidates for the position of Civil Excise Officer (Trainee) under the Kerala Excise and Prohibition Department. This recruitment is district-wise, and applications must be submitted through the One Time Registration system available on the official KPSC website: www.keralapsc.gov.in. Below are the key details of the recruitment:
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Post Overview
- Department: Kerala Excise and Prohibition
- Post Name: Civil Excise Officer (Trainee)
- Scale of Pay: ₹27,900 – ₹63,700
- Number of Vacancies: District-wise anticipated vacancies (14 districts in Kerala)
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit:
- 19 to 31 years (Born between 02.01.1993 and 01.01.2005).
- Age relaxation is available for SC/ST and Other Backward Communities as per the rules.
- Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed the Plus Two Examination or equivalent.
- Physical Standards:
- General Candidates: Minimum height of 165 cm; chest 81 cm with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.
- SC/ST Candidates: Minimum height of 160 cm; chest 76 cm with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.
- Visual Standards:
- Distant Vision: 6/6 (Snellen)
- Near Vision: 0.5 (Snellen)
- Full field of vision and absence of any visual impairment or color blindness.
- Other Physical Requirements:
- Free from conditions like knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, bow legs, etc.
Selection Process
- Endurance Test:
- Complete a 2.5 km race within 13 minutes.
- Physical Efficiency Test:
- Candidates must qualify in five out of eight events under the One Star Standard:
- 100 m Race: 14 seconds
- High Jump: 132.20 cm
- Long Jump: 457.20 cm
- Shot Put (7264 g): 609.60 cm
- Throwing the Cricket Ball: 6096 cm
- Rope Climbing (hands only): 365.80 cm
- Pull-ups/Chinning: 8 times
- 1500 m Run: 5 minutes 44 seconds
- Candidates must qualify in five out of eight events under the One Star Standard:
- Written/OMR/Online Test (if applicable):
- Confirmation for the test must be submitted through the candidate’s profile.
Application Process
- Register through the One Time Registration (OTR) system at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
- Ensure a recent photograph (taken within six months) with the name and date printed on it is uploaded.
- No application fee is required.
- Keep a printout of the application for future reference.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 29 January 2025 (Wednesday) up to midnight.
- Physical Efficiency Test Schedule: Starts from 15 January 2025.
Special Instructions
- Differently-abled and female candidates are not eligible.
- NCC certificate holders are eligible for additional weightage marks:
- ‘A’ Certificate: 2%, ‘B’ Certificate: 3%, ‘C’ Certificate: 5%.
- The appointment will be provisional until the successful completion of six months of basic training.
Conclusion
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates meeting the qualifications and physical standards to join the Kerala Excise Department. Ensure timely submission of your application and prepare well for the endurance and efficiency tests.
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For more details, visit the official Kerala PSC website.