SCIENTIFIC OFFICER-Kerala Psc 2025

Kerala Public Service Commission – Job Notification Summary
Department:
Chemical Examiners Laboratory
Post Name:
Scientific Officer
Scale of Pay:
₹51,400 – ₹1,10,300
Vacancies:
Anticipated (not specified)
- The ranked list will remain in force for a minimum of 1 year, extendable up to 3 years.
- 4% of reported vacancies are reserved for eligible Differently Abled candidates as per RPwD Act, 2016.
Recruitment Details
- Method of Appointment: Direct Recruitment
- Age Limit: 18 – 36 years
- Candidates born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2007 are eligible.
- Usual age relaxation for SC/ST and OBC candidates applies.
- Educational Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry (or equivalent branches of Chemistry) OR
- Master’s Degree in Forensic Science OR
- Master’s Degree in Biochemistry
- Must be from a recognized university in Kerala, obtained through a regular course of study, with at least 50% marks.
- For SC/ST candidates, the qualification requirement is the lowest class of Master’s Degree.
- Equivalent or higher qualifications recognized by Government orders are acceptable.
Application Procedure
- Applications must be submitted online only through One Time Registration (OTR) at Kerala PSC Website.
- Registered candidates can apply through their profile by clicking “Apply Now”.
- Candidates must upload a recent photograph (taken within 6 months, with name & date printed).
- No application fee required.
- Once submitted, the application cannot be modified or deleted.
- Applicants must keep a printout/soft copy of the application for reference.
Examination Procedure
- If Written/OMR/Online Test is conducted:
- Candidates must submit confirmation via their profile within the specified period.
- Only confirmed candidates can generate and download Admission Tickets (available 15 days before the exam).
- AADHAR should be added as ID proof in the profile.
Special Instructions
- Any difference in Caste/Community claim vs. SSLC record must be supported with Gazette Notification + valid Community/Non-Creamy Layer Certificate.
- False claims regarding qualification/experience will result in disqualification, disciplinary action, or criminal proceedings.
- Candidates must carefully follow General Conditions (Part II) of the Gazette notification.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 03.09.2025 (Wednesday, midnight)
✅ How to Apply:
Submit online application via Kerala PSC official site.