Kerala PSC Police Constable (Armed Police Battalion) Recruitment 2025 – Category No: 563/2025

26/12/2025

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The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has officially released a new recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible male candidates for the post of Police Constable (Trainee) – Armed Police Battalion in the Kerala Police Department. This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking a secure government job with attractive pay and career growth in Kerala Police .

Key Highlights

Department: Kerala Police
Post Name: Police Constable (Trainee) – Armed Police Battalion
Category Number: 563/2025
Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Battalion-wise)
Salary Scale: ₹31,100 – ₹66,800
Application Mode: Online only
Last Date to Apply: 14 January 2026 (Wednesday), 12:00 Midnight

Battalion-wise Anticipated Vacancies

Selection will be conducted battalion-wise, and separate ranked lists will be prepared for each battalion.

SAP – Thiruvananthapuram
KAP III – Pathanamthitta
KAP V – Idukki
KAP I – Ernakulam
KAP II – Thrissur
MSP – Malappuram
KAP IV – Kasaragod

Candidates are permitted to apply for only one battalion under this notification .

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Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

18 to 26 years
Date of Birth: Between 02.01.1999 and 01.01.2007 (both dates included)
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: Up to 29 years
- SC/ST: Up to 31 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 41 years

Educational Qualification

Pass in HSE (Plus Two) or its equivalent
SC/ST candidates who failed HSE may be considered if sufficient qualified candidates are not available .

Physical Standards

Height

General: Minimum 168 cm
SC/ST: Minimum 160 cm

Chest

General: 81 cm with 5 cm expansion
SC/ST: 76 cm with 5 cm expansion

Eye Sight (Without Glasses)

Distant Vision: 6/6 (both eyes)
Near Vision: 0.5 Snellen (both eyes)
Colour blindness, squint, or any eye disease will be considered disqualification

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates must qualify in any 5 out of the following 8 events under the National Physical Efficiency One Star Standard:

100 meters run – 14 seconds
High jump – 132.20 cm
Long jump – 457.20 cm
Shot put (7.264 kg) – 609.60 cm
Cricket ball throw – 6096 cm
Rope climbing – 365.80 cm
Pull-ups – 8 times
1500 meters run – 5 minutes 44 seconds

Weightage & Extra Marks

NCC Certificates:
- ‘A’ Certificate – 2%
- ‘B’ Certificate – 3%
- ‘C’ Certificate – 5%
Extra marks for meritorious sports persons
SPC (Student Police Cadet) Certificate holders are eligible for additional weightage as per government orders .

How to Apply Online

Candidates must complete One Time Registration on the official Kerala PSC website and apply through their profile.

Visit: keralapsc.gov.in
Login using User ID & Password
Click on Apply Now under Category No: 563/2025
Upload a recent photograph (valid for 10 years)
No application fee required

Once submitted, applications cannot be edited or deleted, so candidates should verify all details carefully before final submission .

Important Instructions

Women candidates and differently-abled candidates are not eligible
Medical Certificate from a Government Medical Officer (Assistant Surgeon or above) is mandatory
Written/OMR/Online Test confirmation must be submitted through profile if examination is conducted
Admit cards will be available only for candidates who submit confirmation on time

The Kerala PSC Police Constable (Armed Police Battalion) Recruitment 2025 is a prestigious opportunity for young aspirants aiming to serve in Kerala Police with discipline, pride, and job security. Eligible candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline and start physical preparation early to clear the PET successfully.