Civil Excise Officer (Trainee) – Direct Recruitment – Kerala Excise and Prohibition – 564/2025

Last Updated On: 13/04/2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced that they are inviting applications for the post of Civil Excise Officer (Trainee) in Kerala Excise and Prohibition exam on under category no 564/2025. Candidates who are interested in working as an Civil Excise Officer (Trainee) in the state of Kerala with a pay scale of ₹ 27,900 – 63,700/-, can now apply for the exam through the official KPSC website. The last date of application will be 14-01-2026.

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 564/2025
Gazette Date
Last Date 14-01-2026
Department Kerala Excise and Prohibition
Name of Post Civil Excise Officer (Trainee)
Scale of pay ₹ 27,900 – 63,700/-
Number of vacancies

District-wise (All districts including anticipated vacancies)

Method of appointment

Direct Recruitment

Age Limit

19-31; Born between 02-01-1994 and 01-01-2006 with relaxation

Qualifications

Plus Two (HSE) or equivalent
Minimum height: 165 cm (160 cm for SC/ST)
Chest: 81 cm with 5 cm expansion
Must pass Endurance Test (2.5 km in 13 min)
Must qualify Physical Efficiency Test

Notes

Only male candidates eligible
Differently abled not eligible
District-wise ranked list
Preference for Ex-servicemen
NCC/SPC weightage marks
6 months mandatory training
No application fee

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