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Kerala PSC Forest Boat Driver recruitment 2026 (Cat. 153/2026)

Kerala PSC invites applications for 3 Forest Boat Driver posts: 2 in Thrissur and 1 in Kozhikode. Deadline: 4 November 2026.

Updated
Positions
3
Location
Kerala; Forest and Wildlife department
Application deadline
4 Nov 2026
Notice reference
Category No. 153/2026; gazette 30 September 2026

Recruitment overview

Organisation
Kerala Public Service Commission
Qualification
SSLC, a valid motor boat driving licence and at least 3 years of experience as a boat driver. Women and differently abled candidates are not eligible.
Age limit
25-40; born between 2 January 1986 and 1 January 2001, with relaxations for SC, ST and OBC.
Salary
Rs 26,500-60,700.
Application fee
No application fee.

Recruitment overview

District-wise direct recruitment in the Forest and Wildlife department. Apply to one district only. The selection includes physical, swimming and practical tests.

Key facts

  • Posts: Forest Boat Driver, Part I (Thrissur 2, Kozhikode 1)

  • Vacancies: 3 as advertised; the organisation may change the number.

  • Qualification: SSLC, a valid motor boat driving licence and at least 3 years of experience as a boat driver. Women and differently abled candidates are not eligible.

  • Age limit: 25-40; born between 2 January 1986 and 1 January 2001, with relaxations for SC, ST and OBC.

  • Pay: Rs 26,500-60,700.

  • Fee: No application fee.

Application window

The last date is 4 November 2026.

How to apply

Apply online through your Kerala PSC One Time Registration profile before midnight on 4 November 2026.

Before you apply

Read the full official notice and any corrigendum, confirm the cut-off dates for age and qualification, keep category and identity documents ready, and save the submission and payment receipts.

Official sources and verification

Information checked on 24 October 2026. Check the official notice for changes before applying.

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