Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant Examination (Secretariat, Finance & Local Fund Audit) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
Premier non-gazetted executive examination conducted by Kerala PSC under the Degree Level framework for inducting executive assistants into the Government Secretariat (Janatha Bhavan / Secretariat Thiruvananthapuram), State Audit, and Law Offices.
Examination Overview
Premier non-gazetted executive examination conducted by Kerala PSC under the Degree Level framework for inducting executive assistants into the Government Secretariat (Janatha Bhavan / Secretariat Thiruvananthapuram), State Audit, and Law Offices.
| Exam Name | Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant Examination (Secretariat, Finance & Local Fund Audit) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC Kerala) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Annual / Need-based |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://www.keralapsc.gov.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC Kerala).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official Category Notification | Published on keralapsc.gov.in |
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Available on Thulasi portal |
| Degree Level Preliminary Exam | Conducted in multiple phases |
| Secretariat Assistant Mains Exam | Held at major district centres |
| Rank List Publication | Published on KPSC portal |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
{"stage1":"Common Degree Level Preliminary Examination (100 Questions, 100 Marks, 75 Minutes, 1/3rd Negative Marking)","stage2":"Degree Level Mains Examination for Secretariat Assistant (100 Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes). In-depth sections on General Studies, Governance, English, and Malayalam"}
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
{"min_education":"Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University; Age: 18 to 36 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/Ezhava/Muslim)","domicile":"Citizen of India, resident criteria as per Kerala Public Service Commission norms"}
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | {"min_education":"Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University; Age: 18 to 36 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/Ezhava/Muslim)","domicile":"Citizen of India, resident criteria as per Kerala Public Service Commission norms"} | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
{"general_studies":"History of Kerala & Indian National Movement, Kerala Renaissance, Indian Constitution & Public Administration, Physical & Economic Geography of Kerala, General Science, Cyber Laws & IT Acts","language_aptitude":"General English (Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence correction - 10M), Malayalam Grammar, Proverbs & Official Vocabulary (10M), Simple Arithmetic & Reasoning (10M)"}
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant Examination (Secretariat, Finance & Local Fund Audit) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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