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Assistant Surgeon/Casualty Medical Officer (Special Recruitment for SC/ST) – Health Services Department – 34/2026

Last Updated On: 24/06/2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced that they are inviting applications for the post of Assistant Surgeon/Casualty Medical Officer in Health Services Department exam on under category no 34/2026. Candidates who are interested in working as an Assistant Surgeon/Casualty Medical Officer in the state of Kerala with a pay scale of ₹ 63,700 - 1,23,700/-, can now apply for the exam through the official KPSC website. The last date of application will be 01-07-2026.

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	34/2026
Gazette Date
Last Date	01-07-2026
Department	Health Services Department
Name of Post	Assistant Surgeon/Casualty Medical Officer
Scale of pay	₹ 63,700 - 1,23,700/-
Number of vacancies	SC/ST – 44 (Forty Four)
Method of appointment	Direct Recruitment (Special Recruitment for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates only)
Age Limit	18-50; Only candidates born between 02.01.1976 and 01.01.2008 (both dates included) are eligible. No other age relaxation is allowed.
Qualifications	Degree in Modern Medicine (MBBS) or equivalent qualification Valid registration with Travancore-Cochin Medical Council
Notes	Applications are invited only from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates of Kerala State. Applications from candidates other than SC/ST will be rejected. Candidates appointed shall serve for four years during the first ten years of service (including training period) anywhere in India or abroad under Defence Services or services connected with Defence if required. Candidates above 45 years of age and differently abled candidates are exempted from compulsory military service. Rule 10(a)(ii) of Part II KS & SSR is applicable. Equivalent and higher qualifications recognized by Government orders shall also be accepted. Special reservation provisions for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under relevant Government Orders and KS & SSR rules are applicable. The ranked list will remain in force for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.