Sub Inspector of Police (Trainee) – Kerala Police Service – 221/2025

Last Updated On: 11/04/2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced that they are inviting applications for the post of Sub Inspector of Police (Trainee) in Kerala Police Service exam on 31-07-2025 under category no 221/2025. Candidates who are interested in working as an Sub Inspector of Police (Trainee) in the state of Kerala with a pay scale of ₹ 45,600 - 95,600 /-, can now apply for the exam through the official KPSC website. The last date of application will be 03-09-2025.

Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline, as the application process will not be accepted after the last date. The number of vacancies and other details regarding qualifications and eligibility will be provided below.

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Category No 221/2025
Gazette Date 31-07-2025
Last Date 03-09-2025
Department Kerala Police Service
Name of Post Sub Inspector of Police (Trainee)
Scale of pay ₹ 45,600 - 95,600 /-
Number of vacancies

01 (One)

Method of appointment

Direct Recruitment (Special Recruitment for Scheduled Tribes only)

Age Limit

20-36; Only Candidates born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2005 (both dates included) are eligible.

Qualifications

Graduation (In the absence of sufficient number of qualified ST candidates, those who have passed Intermediate/Pre-University Examinations of recognised University shall be considered)
Physical Standards: Height: 160.02 cm (5′ 3”), Chest: 81.28 cm (32”) with 5.08 cm (2”) expansion
Medical Standard: Distant Vision: 6/6 Snellen, Near Vision: 0.5 Snellen (without glasses)
Must qualify in at least five out of eight events for Physical Efficiency One Star Standard Tests

Notes

Rule 10(a)(ii) of part II of KS&SSR is applicable.
Achievements in Sports, Military Training and Membership of NCC will serve as additional qualification.
Differently Abled candidates and female candidates are not eligible to apply for the post.
Selected candidates will undergo one year training in the Police Training College and 10½ months practical training.

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