ASSISTANT CONSERVATION OFFICER-Kerala Psc 2025

Kerala Public Service Commission – Recruitment Notification

Post: Assistant Conservation Officer
Department: State Archives
Scale of Pay: ₹50,200 – ₹1,05,300/-
Vacancies: 03 (Three) – currently existing


1. Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

  • 18–36 years (Born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2007, both dates inclusive).
  • Usual age relaxation for OBC, SC/ST candidates as per Kerala PSC rules.

Educational & Experience Requirements

  1. First or Second Class M.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized university.
  2. Minimum 3 years’ experience in conservation of archival records.
  3. Two years’ research experience in Chemistry from a government-recognized institution.

Preferential Qualification:

  • Certificate course in conservation of records conducted by the National Archives of India.

2. Proof of Experience

  • Candidates must produce Experience Certificates in prescribed formats for both:
    • Conservation of archival records.
    • Research experience in Chemistry.
  • Certificates must include detailed employment history, nature of work, and verification by authorized officers.
  • Bogus certificates will result in legal and disciplinary action.

3. Additional Notes

  • Equivalent/higher qualifications recognized by government orders are accepted.
  • Degrees/diplomas from UGC-approved universities or legally established institutions are valid.
  • The Master’s degree must be from a UGC-recognized university and approved by a university in Kerala.

4. Method of Appointment

  • Direct Recruitment via Kerala PSC selection process.

5. Application Process

  • Mode: Online only through One Time Registration at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
  • Already registered candidates can apply via profile by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
  • Photograph Requirements:
    • Taken within last 6 months.
    • Candidate’s name & date printed at the bottom.
    • Valid for 10 years after upload.
  • No application fee.
  • Applications cannot be modified after submission.

6. Examination

  • If a written/OMR/online test is held, candidates must confirm participation in their PSC profile within the specified time to download the admission ticket.
  • Exam schedules will be published in the PSC Examination Calendar.

7. Special Instructions

  • Discrepancies in caste/community details must be supported by a Gazette Notification and valid certificates at verification.
  • Applications not following PSC General Conditions will be rejected.
  • False claims about qualifications/experience will invite strict disciplinary/legal action, including debarment or dismissal.

8. Important Dates

  • Last Date to Apply: 03.09.2025 (Wednesday) up to 12 midnight.

9. Official Website

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