കേരള പ്രിസൺസ് ആൻഡ് കറക്ഷണൽ സർവീസസിലേക്കുള്ള വനിതാ അസിസ്റ്റന്റ് പ്രിസൺ ഓഫീസർ റിക്രൂട്ട്മെന്റിനെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള സമഗ്രമായ മാർഗ്ഗനിർദ്ദേശമാണിത്. കേരള പബ്ലിക് സർവീസ് കമ്മീഷൻ (KPSC) പ്രിസൺസ് ആൻഡ് കറക്ഷണൽ സർവീസസ് വകുപ്പിൽ വനിതാ അസിസ്റ്റന്റ് പ്രിസൺ ഓഫീസർ തസ്തികയിലേക്ക് യോഗ്യരായ വനിതാ ഉദ്യോഗാർത്ഥികളിൽ നിന്ന് ഓൺലൈൻ അപേക്ഷകൾ ക്ഷണിച്ചു. ഈ റിക്രൂട്ട്മെന്റ് ഒരു നേരിട്ടുള്ള, സംസ്ഥാനതല റിക്രൂട്ട്മെന്റ് പ്രക്രിയയാണ്."
Based on the official notification and information from various sources, here is a comprehensive guide to the Kerala Prisons and Correctional Services recruitment for Female Assistant Prison Officer.
The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has invited online applications from qualified female candidates for the position of Female Assistant Prison Officer in the Prisons and Correctional Services Department. The recruitment is a direct, statewide recruitment process.
Key Highlights of the Notification
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Department | Prisons and Correctional Services |
| Post Name | Female Assistant Prison Officer |
| Category Number | 360/2025 |
| Vacancies | Anticipated - Statewide |
| Pay Scale | ₹27,900 – ₹63,700/- |
| Notification Release Date | September 15, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | September 15, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 10, 2025 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Mode of Application | Online only via the KPSC website |
Note: The official gazette also lists the last date as October 15, 2025. Applicants are advised to check the official KPSC website for the most accurate deadline.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 36 years of age. Candidates born between January 2, 1989, and January 1, 2007 (both dates included), are eligible to apply. Age relaxations will be provided for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Communities as per government rules. The maximum age limit will not exceed 50 years.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have an SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) or an equivalent qualification.
Physical Fitness
Candidates must be physically fit and free from apparent physical defects like knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, bow legs, deformed limbs, irregular and protruding teeth, or defective speech and hearing. The minimum height required is 150 cm.
Visual Standards:
- Right Eye: Distant Vision 6/6 Snellen, Near Vision 0.5 Snellen
- Left Eye: Distant Vision 6/6 Snellen, Near Vision 0.5 Snellen
Each eye must have a full field of vision. Color blindness and squint are considered disqualifications.
How to Apply Online
The application must be submitted online through the official Kerala Public Service Commission website, www.keralapsc.gov.in. The process involves two main steps:
- One Time Registration: New candidates must first register on the KPSC website by creating a profile with a user ID and password. Essential documents and details required for registration include a recent passport-sized photograph, a scanned signature, a valid ID proof (such as an Aadhaar card), a mobile number, and an email address. The photograph must be taken after December 31, 2010, and must have the candidate's name and the date of the photo printed at the bottom.
- Applying for the Post: After completing the One Time Registration, candidates can log in to their profile and click on the "Apply Now" button for the Female Assistant Prison Officer post under the relevant notification link. Candidates must ensure all information is correct before final submission, as the application cannot be deleted or altered afterward. There is no application fee.
Selection Process and Exam Details
The selection process for the post of Female Assistant Prison Officer consists of a written examination, a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by document verification and an interview.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who meet the physical standards will be required to qualify in at least five out of the following eight events to pass the PET:
- 100 Metres Run: 17 seconds
- High Jump: 1.06 metres
- Long Jump: 3.05 metres
- Putting the Shot (4 Kg): 4.88 metres
- 200 Metres Run: 36 seconds
- Throwing the Throw Ball: 14 metres
- Shuttle Race (25x4 metres): 26 seconds
- Skipping (1 min): 80 times
Written Examination and Syllabus
The written examination is an objective-type test. The expected syllabus includes subjects such as:
- General Knowledge
- Reasoning
- Current Affairs
The official and detailed syllabus will be published on the KPSC website.
Probation and Departmental Test
Every person appointed to the post will be on probation for a total period of two years. They are also required to pass the Kerala Jail Subordinate Officers' Test during this probationary period.
Salary and Allowances
The salary scale for the Female Assistant Prison Officer is ₹27,900 to ₹63,700 per month. In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to various allowances, which include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Yearly Increments
- Risk and Hardship Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
The in-hand salary, which includes these allowances, can range from ₹23,000 to ₹55,000 after deductions like Provident Fund (PF) and taxes.
Important Notes for Applicants
- Male candidates and differently-abled candidates are not eligible for this specific post.
- Candidates must ensure the correctness of all personal information and the secrecy of their password.
- Applications that are not in compliance with the notification will be summarily rejected.
- The Ranked List published by the Commission will remain in force for a minimum period of one year.
- The official PDF also warns against making false claims about educational qualifications or experience, as such actions can lead to disqualification from the selection process or even legal action.
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