The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially released Notification No. 17/2025, inviting online applications for the post of Special Branch Assistant (SBCID) in the Kerala Police Services. If you have a graduate degree and are passionate about public service, this could be your chance to build a rewarding career in law enforcement.
Post Details
- Department: Kerala Police Services
- Name of Post: Special Branch Assistant (SBCID)
- Scale of Pay: ₹31,100 – ₹66,800
- Vacancies: Anticipated (not fixed, to be reported during the validity of the rank list)
- Method of Appointment: Direct Recruitment
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be aged 18–36 years, meaning they should be born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2007 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is available for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. Equivalent qualifications recognized by the Government of Kerala or the Kerala PSC are also accepted.
Probation Period
Candidates selected through direct recruitment will be on probation for two years within a continuous period of three years.
How to Apply
- Register Online: Candidates must register via One Time Registration (OTR) on the Kerala PSC official website.
- Log in & Apply: Registered candidates should log in using their User ID and password, select the post in the notification link, and click “Apply Now.”
- Photo Requirements: Upload a recent passport-size photo taken within the last 6 months, with the candidate’s name and date of the photo printed clearly at the bottom.
- No Application Fee: Applying for this post is completely free of cost.
- AADHAAR: Candidates with an AADHAAR card should link it as ID proof in their profile.
Additional Instructions
- Confirmation for Examination: If a written/OMR/online test is conducted, candidates must confirm their intent to appear through their profile. Only those who confirm will receive the admission ticket.
- Original Documents: Educational qualifications, age proof, caste/community certificates, and other relevant documents must be produced when requested by the Commission.
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply: June 4, 2025 (Wednesday), up to 12:00 Midnight
