Kerala PSC Draftsman Grade II Recruitment 2026: 2 Posts
Updated 12 October 2026. The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has published Category No. 151/2026 for two Draftsman Grade II vacancies in the Kerala Ports Service, Hydrographic Survey Wing. The notified pay scale is ₹31,100–₹66,800. Applications must be submitted through the KPSC One Time Registration profile by 4 November 2026, midnight. This is a specialised technical post: candidates must meet the specific survey-recorder or civil-engineering diploma requirement in the official notification.
Recruitment overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Department | Kerala Ports Service, Hydrographic Survey Wing |
| Post | Draftsman Grade II |
| Category number | 151/2026 |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Pay scale | ₹31,100–₹66,800 |
| Recruitment method | Direct recruitment, statewide |
| Age limit | 18–40 years, with usual notified relaxations |
| Last date | 4 November 2026, midnight |
| Application fee | No fee specified in the notification |
Vacancy and pay details
The notification states that two vacancies are presently in existence. The ranked list prepared from the recruitment is intended to remain in force for at least one year and up to three years, subject to the conditions in the notification and publication of a new list. The notified pay scale is ₹31,100–₹66,800; actual pay and service conditions follow applicable government rules.
Educational qualifications
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications specified by KPSC. The notification requires:
- A pass in SSLC or an equivalent examination, or a pass in the Indian Navy’s educational test; and
- Either Survey Recorder Class II qualification from the Indian Navy’s Hydrographic Survey Branch, or a Diploma in Civil Engineering issued by the Government of Kerala or a recognised Board of Public Examination.
Experience in a reputable drawing office, preferably involving chart drawing, is listed as a preferential qualification. The notification identifies recognised hydrographic survey organisations and related institutions for chart-drawing experience certificates. Applicants claiming equivalent qualifications should be prepared to produce the applicable Government Order when requested. Do not assume that a qualification is equivalent without official support.
Age limit
The prescribed age range is 18 to 40 years. The notification states that candidates born between 2 January 1986 and 1 January 2008, inclusive, are eligible under the general age rule. Usual relaxation provisions apply to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Communities, subject to KPSC’s general conditions. Read the full notification to establish your exact eligibility and the relevant proof required.
Selection and probation
Appointment is through direct recruitment. The notification does not guarantee a particular examination format in this summary; if KPSC schedules a written, OMR or online examination, candidates must follow the examination confirmation and admission-ticket instructions issued through their profiles. The notification states a probation period of two years on duty within a continuous period of three years.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Gazette notification | 30 September 2026 |
| Last date for application | 4 November 2026, up to midnight |
| Exam or further selection schedule | To be announced by KPSC, if applicable |
How to apply through KPSC One Time Registration
- Visit the official Kerala PSC website.
- Register through One Time Registration if you do not already have a profile. Existing candidates should sign in to their profile.
- Open the notification for Draftsman Grade II, Category No. 151/2026.
- Use the relevant “Apply Now” option and verify that the post and category number match.
- Enter personal and qualification details accurately. Upload the photograph and other files as directed by the profile and notification.
- Review the form before final submission. KPSC states that submitted applications cannot simply be edited or deleted after submission.
- Submit by 4 November 2026, midnight, and save a copy of the application from “My Applications”.
- Monitor your profile and the official website for document requests and examination-related instructions.
Documents to prepare
- SSLC/equivalent certificate and date-of-birth proof.
- Survey Recorder Class II certificate or eligible Civil Engineering diploma.
- Experience certificate in the format specified by KPSC, if claiming preferential experience.
- Community and age-relaxation documents, if applicable.
- Government Order proving equivalency, where an equivalent qualification is claimed.
- Application copy and relevant profile records.
Application fee and other instructions
The notification says no application fee is required. Candidates are responsible for ensuring their profile information is accurate and keeping their password confidential. If a written, OMR or online examination is scheduled, KPSC may require confirmation through the One Time Registration profile; only candidates who complete that step as instructed may be able to generate an admission ticket. Follow the messages in your profile and the official examination calendar.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying with SSLC alone without the required survey-recorder or civil-engineering qualification.
- Assuming preferred chart-drawing experience replaces an essential qualification.
- Claiming an equivalent qualification without the required official proof.
- Missing the 4 November deadline or failing to save the submitted form.
- Ignoring profile messages asking for certificates or examination confirmation.
Official links
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Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are notified?
Two Draftsman Grade II vacancies are notified under Category No. 151/2026.
What is the salary scale?
The notified pay scale is ₹31,100–₹66,800.
What is the last date?
4 November 2026, up to midnight.
Can an SSLC candidate apply without a diploma or survey qualification?
No. In addition to the basic education requirement, candidates need one of the prescribed survey-recorder or civil-engineering qualifications.
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