The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has invited applications for the post of Forest Driver in the Forest & Wildlife under category number 861/2025. The last date to apply is 04-02-2026.
861/2025 – Forest Driver in Forest & Wildlife Notification
Notification details
| Category No | 861/2025 |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 04-02-2026 |
| Department | Forest & Wildlife |
| Name of Post | Forest Driver |
| Scale of pay | ₹ 26,500 - 60,700/- |
| Number of vacancies | SC - Pathanamthitta: 01 (One) |
| Method of appointment | Direct Recruitment (District Wise, SC only) |
| Age Limit | 23-41; Candidates born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2002 (both dates included) |
| Qualifications | SSLC or equivalent recognized by Government of India/Kerala Valid Motor Driving License for all types of transport vehicles Minimum 3 years experience in driving motor vehicles Must pass practical driving test conducted by Kerala PSC Must meet physical standards (Height: 160 cm, Chest: 81 cm with 5 cm expansion) Must qualify Physical Efficiency Test (5 out of 8 events) Must meet medical standards (Vision 6/6 without glasses, normal hearing, no defects) |
| Notes | First NCA Notification Only male candidates eligible; women and differently abled not allowed District-wise recruitment (Pathanamthitta) Driving license must be valid through all stages Experience certificate mandatory and must be government attested Training up to 3 months mandatory after selection Weightage for NCC, SPC, and sports achievements No application fee Last date: 04-02-2026 |