KSEB Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 985 Posts

KSEB Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC), offering a total of 985 vacancies under the Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking stable government jobs in Kerala. The detailed notification, categorized as No. 21/2026, was published on the official website www.keralapsc.gov.in on 30 April 2026. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications from 30 April 2026 to 03 June 2026.

The positions require candidates to have passed the SSLC examination and possess a 2-year Government-approved Electrician/Wireman Trade Certificate. This recruitment process not only provides a stable job but also offers various benefits associated with government employment. Candidates are advised to thoroughly review the official notification for detailed information regarding eligibility, application procedures, and selection criteria.

Note: All information is sourced from the official notification. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.

Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 Overview

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

A total of 985 vacancies have been announced for the post of Electricity Worker under KSEB Ltd. These vacancies are distributed district-wise across all 14 Revenue Districts of Kerala. Candidates must apply for only one district. The ranked list will remain in force for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.

Special District Conditions

Candidates appointed from the Ranked Lists of Idukki, Wayanad, and Kasargod districts will not be allowed to work, deputation, transfer, or mutual transfer for at least ten years. Their promotion will also be limited to those districts as per G.O(Ms) No. 6/2026/P&ARD dated 22.01.2026.

PH (Differently Abled) Reservation

4% of the total vacancies reported for the above post shall be reserved for eligible Differently Abled candidates with disabilities as specified by G.O(Rt) No. 136/2025/SJD dated 06.06.2025, in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of the online application (03-06-2026). The educational qualification and its equivalent, as recognized by executive orders or standing orders of the Government, shall also be accepted. Candidates must produce a copy of relevant Government orders on equivalency as and when required by the Commission.

Educational Qualification

Physical Standards

• Height:
• Minimum Height:
• For Male candidates: 5′ 2” (157.48 cm)
• For Female candidates: 4′ 9” (144.78 cm)
• Vision: Normal (free from colour blindness)
• Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit for outdoor work. Fitness shall be evaluated by testing pole climbing skill – candidates must be able to ascend and descend a 9m electric pole within 8 minutes. Proficiency will be assessed in a Practical Test conducted by KPSC at the time of selection.
• Medical Certificate: Medical Certificate in prescribed format (to prove physical fitness and vision) from a Government Medical Officer not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon is mandatory.

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Only candidates born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) are eligible to apply. The upper age limit is relaxed for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes candidates as per the usual age relaxation rules. However, the maximum age limit shall in no case exceed 50 years under any circumstances.

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

No application fee is required for this post. Candidates can apply free of cost through the official KPSC One Time Registration portal at www.keralapsc.gov.in.

KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process for KPSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 consists of a Written/OMR/Online Examination followed by a Practical Test (Pole Climbing Skill Test). The ranked list prepared in pursuance of this notification shall remain in force for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.

Stage 1 – Written / OMR / Online Examination

Stage 2 – Practical Test

Ranked List Validity

• Minimum Validity: 1 (one) year from the date of coming into force
• Maximum Validity: 3 (three) years or till publication of a new Ranked List, whichever is earlier

How to Apply for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted online only through the official website of the Kerala Public Service Commission at www.keralapsc.gov.in via the One Time Registration (OTR) system. Applications submitted in any other manner will be summarily rejected. New users must first complete One Time Registration on the KPSC website before applying. Candidates who have already registered can apply by logging into their profile using their User-ID and Password and clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button of the respective post in the Notification Link.

1. Visit the official website of KPSC at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the “Apply Online” or “New Registration” link.
3. Complete the registration with your personal details and get a Registration ID.
4. Fill in the application form with educational, personal, and contact details.
5. Upload your photograph and signature as per specifications.
6. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

💡 Expert Tip: Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and comply with the size and format specifications to avoid application rejection.

Important Instructions for Kerala PSC Electricity Worker Recruitment 2026 Candidates

• Applications must be submitted online only through the KPSC One Time Registration portal – applications in any other manner will be summarily rejected.
• Candidates must apply for only one district; applying for more than one district will lead to rejection of all applications and disciplinary action.
• Candidates appointed in Idukki, Wayanad, or Kasargod districts will not be eligible for working arrangement, deputation, transfer, or mutual transfer for at least ten years, and promotion will also be limited to those districts.
• No application fee is required for this post.
• Candidates already in Government service holding the same post in any district are prohibited from applying again for this post.
• 4% of vacancies are reserved for Differently Abled candidates as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
• Candidates must submit confirmation for the examination through their OTR profile within the stipulated period – failure to do so will result in absolute rejection of the application.
• Admission Tickets will be available for download only to candidates who have submitted confirmation, 15 days before the examination date.
• Candidates with an AADHAAR card must add it as Identity Proof in their profile.
• Profile corrections made after the last date of application will not be reflected in the application – such corrections take effect only from the date on which they are made.
• Candidates must ensure that the photograph uploaded in the profile has the candidate’s name and date of photograph printed legibly at the bottom portion; the photograph is valid for 10 years from the date of taking.
• Disciplinary action as per Rule 22 of Kerala Public Service Commission Rules of Procedure 1976 shall be initiated against candidates who submit applications with bogus claims of qualifications or other details.
• Candidates are advised to visit www.keralapsc.gov.in regularly for updates on all stages of the recruitment process.

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