Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has issued a Special Recruitment Notification (Category No. 265/2025) exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates of Kerala for the post of Deputy Superintendent of Police (Trainee) in the Kerala Police Service.
This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates from these communities to enter the esteemed Kerala Police force in a top leadership position. Read on to get complete details regarding eligibility, qualifications, application process, and more.
📢 Quick Overview
- Department :Kerala Police Service
- Post Name :Deputy Superintendent of Police (Trainee)
- Category No. :265/2025
- Recruitment Type :Special Recruitment (SC/ST only)
- Scale of Pay: ₹63,700 – ₹1,23,700
- Vacancies :1 for SC/ST, 1 exclusively for ST
- Application Deadline :10th September 2025, Midnight
- Apply Online: www.keralapsc.gov.in
✅ Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification:
- Degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognized University or National/State Institute.
- Equivalent qualifications recognized by Government Orders may also be accepted.
🧍♂️ Age Limit:
- Must be between 20 to 36 years (i.e., born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2005).
- No age relaxation is applicable.
🏋️ Physical Standards:
For Men:
Height: Minimum 160 cm
Chest: 81 cm with minimum 5 cm expansion
For Women:
Height: Minimum 155 cm
Eyesight (Without Glasses):
Distant Vision: 6/6 in both eyes
Near Vision: 0.5 in both eyes
Full field of vision, no color blindness, squint, or morbid eye conditions
Candidates should be free from physical defects like knock-knees, flat feet, bow legs, etc.
🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates must qualify in at least 5 out of 8 events:
👨✈️ Male Candidates:
Event Minimum Standard
100 m Run 14 seconds
High Jump 132.2 cm
Long Jump 457.2 cm
Shot Put (7264g) 609.6 cm
Cricket Ball Throw 6096 cm
Rope Climbing (Hands Only) 365.8 cm
Pull-ups 8 times
1500 m Run 5 min 44 sec
👩✈️ Female Candidates:
Event Minimum Standard
100 m Run 17 seconds
High Jump 106 cm
Long Jump 305 cm
Shot Put (4 Kg) 488 cm
200 m Run 36 seconds
Throw Ball 14 meters
Shuttle Race (25m x 4) 26 seconds
Skipping (1 minute) 80 times
🛑 Note: No second attempt will be allowed if a candidate fails or is injured during the test.
🧑🏫 Training & Probation
- Selected candidates will be appointed as Deputy Superintendent of Police (Trainee).
- Training Duration: 1 year basic + 1 year practical (or as decided by the Government).
- A stipend equal to the minimum of the scale of pay will be provided during training.
- Bond: Selected candidates must serve Kerala Police for 5 years, else must pay a penalty of ₹1,00,000.
- Probation: 2 years of service within 3 years after training.
📝 How to Apply
- One-Time Registration (OTR) required at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
- Existing users can apply directly through their profile.
- Click ‘Apply Now’ in the notification section.
- Ensure your photo meets the requirements (taken within the last 6 months).
- No application fee is required.
- Last date to apply: 10th September 2025 (Wednesday).
🆔 Tip: Candidates with Aadhaar must link it as ID proof in their KPSC profile.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Only SC/ST candidates are eligible to apply.
- Applications from others will be rejected without notice.
- Differently-abled candidates are not eligible due to the physical nature of duties.
- Any discrepancy in caste/community documents must be clarified with a Gazette notification and proper community certificate.
- Candidates must qualify in all training assessments to complete the probation.
This recruitment offers a direct entry into one of the highest-ranked positions in the Kerala Police. If you belong to the SC or ST community and meet the eligibility requirements, this is a remarkable chance to serve society in a respected and powerful role.
Prepare well, stay fit, and make sure to apply before the deadline. Your dedication could place you among the future leaders of Kerala's law enforcement!
🔗 Official Website: Kerala Public Service Commission – KPSC
📅 Last Date to Apply: 10 September 2025
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