Kerala Public Service Commission has issued a fresh First NCA notification for one Police Constable (Trainee) vacancy in the Armed Police Battalion under Category No. 172/2026. The notification was gazetted on 30 October 2026 and applications are open online through Kerala PSC One Time Registration until 2 December 2026. This recruitment is specifically for candidates belonging to the LC/AI community and the vacancy is in Ernakulam under KAP I Battalion. The post carries a pay scale of ₹31,100–66,800. The basic educational qualification is Higher Secondary / Plus Two or equivalent. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed physical standards, including minimum height of 168 cm and chest measurement of 81 cm with 5 cm expansion, and must qualify in five out of eight events in the National Physical Efficiency One Star Standard Test. The normal age band is 18–33 years under this NCA notification, with a separate relaxation up to 45 years for eligible Ex-Servicemen. Women and differently abled candidates are not eligible under this notification. There is no application fee. Applicants should submit the form through their Kerala PSC profile and keep all supporting documents ready for later verification.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Department | Kerala Police |
| Category No. | 172/2026 |
| Notification Type | First NCA Notification |
| Post | Police Constable (Trainee), Armed Police Battalion |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Battalion | KAP I |
| District | Ernakulam |
| Community | LC/AI only |
| Gazette Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 2 December 2026 |
| Pay Scale | ₹31,100–66,800 |
| Application Mode | Online through One Time Registration |
Vacancy Details
| Battalion | District | Community | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAP I | Ernakulam | LC/AI | 1 |
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
The basic qualification is HSE / Plus Two or equivalent.
Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed physical and medical standards in the official notification.
Age Limit
The age limit is 18–33 years.
Candidates born between 2 January 1993 and 1 January 2008, both dates included, are eligible under the normal NCA age rule. Eligible Ex-Servicemen can receive upper-age relaxation up to 45 years.
Use the Age Calculator with the official birth-date band before applying.
Physical Standards
- Minimum height: 168 cm
- Minimum chest: 81 cm
- Minimum chest expansion: 5 cm
- Distant vision: 6/6 in both eyes without glasses
- Near vision: 0.5 Snellen in both eyes
Candidates must also qualify in any 5 of the 8 notified National Physical Efficiency One Star Standard events.
Salary / Pay
The notified scale of pay is ₹31,100–66,800.
Application Fee
No application fee is required.
Selection Process
Kerala PSC may conduct a written, OMR or online test if required. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed physical measurement, physical efficiency and medical standards before final selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Gazette notification | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 2 December 2026, up to midnight |
How to Apply for Kerala PSC Police Constable Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Open the Kerala PSC One Time Registration portal.
- Sign in using your registered User ID and password, or complete One Time Registration if you are a new candidate.
- Locate Category No. 172/2026 — Police Constable (Trainee), Armed Police Battalion.
- Confirm that you belong to the notified LC/AI community and satisfy the Plus Two and physical requirements.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check only as an initial aid and rely on the official Kerala PSC notice for final eligibility.
- Verify your age using the Age Calculator.
- Complete the online application and submit it before 2 December 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application from your Kerala PSC profile.
- Keep all original certificates ready for document verification, physical measurement and physical efficiency stages.
Use the Government Job Document Checklist to organise your records.
Important Instructions
- Only LC/AI community candidates are eligible under this First NCA notification.
- Women candidates and differently abled candidates are not eligible under this notification.
- The vacancy is specifically under KAP I Battalion in Ernakulam.
- No application fee is required.
- Physical measurement and physical efficiency standards are mandatory.
- Candidates should monitor their Kerala PSC profile for exam confirmation, admission ticket and later selection updates.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Kerala PSC Gazette Notification Page | Official notification listing |
| Official Notification PDF | Category 172/2026 detailed notice |
| Kerala PSC One Time Registration | Official application portal |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There is 1 Police Constable (Trainee) vacancy under KAP I Battalion, Ernakulam.
Who can apply under Category 172/2026?
Only eligible candidates belonging to the LC/AI community can apply.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 2 December 2026.
What is the basic qualification?
HSE / Plus Two or equivalent.
What is the pay scale?
The pay scale is ₹31,100–66,800.
What is the age limit?
The normal age band is 18–33 years under this NCA notification, with notified Ex-Servicemen relaxation.
Is there an application fee?
No. Kerala PSC states that no application fee is required.
Is a physical test required?
Yes. Candidates must meet the physical measurement standards and qualify in the prescribed Physical Efficiency Test.