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Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) Officer (Junior Time Scale) Trainee Recruitment 2025: Stream 1, 2, 3 Notification

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released the KAS Officer (Junior Time Scale) Trainee Recruitment 2025 notification for 31 vacancies under Stream 1, 2, and 3. This recruitment aims to fill positions in the Kerala Administrative Service through direct recruitment and internal promotions. Below are the detailed eligibility criteria, exam dates, application process, and key updates for aspiring candidates.

KAS Notification 2025 Overview

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025)

• Stream 1: 21–32 years (Born between January 2, 1993, and January 1, 2004)
• Stream 2: 21–40 years (Born between January 2, 1985, and January 1, 2004)
• Stream 3: Maximum 50 years

Age Relaxations:

• SC/ST: +5 years | OBC: +3 years
• Differently Abled: Up to 15 years (vision/hearing/speech) or 10 years (orthopedic)
• Ex-servicemen/Widows: As per government norms

2. Educational Qualification

• All Streams: Bachelor’s degree (including professional courses) from a recognized university.
• Stream 2: Must be a full member/approved probationer in a Kerala Govt. department (non-gazetted).
• Stream 3: Must hold a 1st gazetted post or equivalent in departments listed under KAS Special Rules 2018.

Vacancy Distribution

Application Process for KAS 2025

1. One-Time Registration: Register on the KPSC Official Website.
2. Apply Online: Submit applications through your KPSC profile under the respective stream.
3. Documents Required:

Community/Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).

Medical Fitness Certificate (from a govt. medical officer).

Service Certificate (for Stream 2/3 applicants).

1. Application Fee: No fee required.                                                       

KAS Exam Pattern 2025

Preliminary Exam (Screening)

• Paper I: General Studies-I (100 marks, 1.5 hours).
• Paper II:
  • Part 1: General Studies-II (50 marks).
  • Part 2: Regional Language (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada – 30 marks).
  • Part 3: English (20 marks).

Main Exam (Descriptive)

• Papers: General Studies I, II, III (100 marks each, 2 hours).
• Interview: 45 marks.

Syllabus Highlights:

• General Studies: Indian Constitution, Economy, Kerala History, Science & Tech, Environment.
• Language Proficiency: Grammar, comprehension, translation (English + regional language).

Key Points to Note

1. Reservation: 4% seats reserved for differently-abled candidates (as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016).
2. Certificates: Submit originals during verification (age, community, disability, service).
3. Probation: Selected candidates undergo 18 months of training + 2 years of probation.
4. Malayalam Proficiency: Non-Malayalam speakers must clear a language test during probation.

Important Links

• Download KAS Notification 2025: KPSC Website
• Apply Online: KPSC One-Time Registration
• Syllabus & Previous Papers: Check Annexures in the notification PDF.

Preparation Tips for KAS PSC Exam

• Focus on Kerala-specific topics (history, culture, economy).
• Practice answer writing for mains (descriptive papers).
• Solve previous years’ question papers for prelims (available on KPSC portal).

Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) Officer (Junior Time Scale) Trainee – Job Role & Responsibilities

The Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) Officer (Junior Time Scale) Trainee is a prestigious Group A Gazetted Officer post under the Kerala Government. KAS officers serve as administrators, policy implementers, and decision-makers in various state departments.

Job Role of KAS Officer (Junior Time Scale) Trainee

A KAS Officer is a state civil service officer who works in different government departments. They manage governance, policy execution, law enforcement, public administration, and development projects.

 Key Responsibilities:
 Policy Implementation & Governance

• Implementing government policies, schemes, and programs at district and state levels.
• Coordinating with various departments for effective administration.
• Ensuring proper utilization of government funds and resources.

 Revenue & Land Administration

• Handling land revenue collection, land disputes, and land records as Deputy Tahsildar, RDO, or Collectorate officer.
• Monitoring property registrations, land acquisitions, and development projects.

 Law & Order Maintenance

• Assisting in law enforcement, disaster management, and maintaining peace.
• Working with police and local authorities to ensure public safety.
• Managing elections, emergency relief operations, and crisis situations.

 Development & Welfare Programs

• Supervising education, health, and social welfare schemes in the state.
• Ensuring the smooth delivery of government benefits to citizens.
• Promoting rural and urban development projects for economic growth.

 Public Administration & Bureaucratic Functions

• Handling administrative tasks in various departments such as Finance, Rural Development, and Home Affairs.
• Acting as Sub Collector, Under Secretary, or District Development Officer.
• Monitoring the performance of government employees and offices.

 Disaster Management & Emergency Response

• Coordinating rescue and relief efforts during natural calamities (floods, landslides, etc.).
• Managing crisis situations like pandemics, epidemics, and other emergencies.

 Liaison with the Government & Judiciary

• Acting as an intermediary between citizens and government bodies.
• Coordinating with judicial authorities in legal matters and policy enforcement.
• Preparing reports, recommendations, and administrative proposals for senior officials.