The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued a notification for the recruitment of High School Teachers (Sanskrit) for the year 2025. The notification, under Category No. 284/2025, invites applications exclusively through the One Time Registration process on the official Kerala PSC website. The application period runs from the gazette date of August 30, 2025, with a final submission deadline of October 3, 2025 . This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for qualified individuals seeking a teaching career in the education sector in Kerala.
Recruitment Details at a Glance
- Department: Education .
- Post Name: High School Teacher (Sanskrit) .
- Category No: 284/2025 .
- Scale of Pay: ₹41,300 - ₹87,000 . This pay scale is considered a promising package, which also includes various allowances and benefits as per government norms .
- Vacancies: The vacancies are reported on a district-wise basis . As per the notification, there is one vacancy in the Idukki district . Other sources also indicate vacancies in other districts, such as one fresh vacancy in Malappuram reported on January 30, 2025 . The total number of vacancies is subject to change based on further reports from the appointing authorities .
Eligibility
CriteriaTo be considered for the High School Teacher (Sanskrit) post, candidates must meet specific qualifications and requirements as detailed in the official notification.
1. Educational Qualifications:
A candidate must possess one of the following qualifications:
- A Degree in Sanskrit from a university recognized by the Universities in Kerala .
- A title of Oriental learning in Sanskrit awarded or recognized by any of the Universities in Kerala .
- An Oriental School Leaving Certificate (Sanskrit) issued by the Government of Kerala .
- A Pass in the Pre-University or Pre-Degree Examination from the Sanskrit Colleges affiliated with the Universities in Kerala .
- A Pass in Sanskrit Teachers Examination conducted by the Commissioner for Government Examinations, Kerala .
- Postgraduates in Sanskrit are also eligible, provided they have a B.Ed/B.T/L.T qualification .
2. Teacher Eligibility Test (TET):
It is mandatory for all candidates to have passed the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (K-TET) for this post, which is conducted by the Government of Kerala .
Exemptions from K-TET: Candidates who have qualified for any of the following exams are exempted from acquiring a K-TET certificate :
- Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) .
- National Eligibility Test (NET) .
- State Eligibility Test (SET) .
- M. Phil .
- Ph. D in the respective subject .
- M. Ed in any subject .
3. Age Limit:
The standard age limit for candidates is between 18 and 40 years . However, the usual age relaxations are applicable for candidates from Other Backward Communities, as well as Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates . The maximum age limit, even after all relaxations, shall not exceed 50 years . Candidates must claim any age concessions in their One Time Registration profile .
Application Process
The application for this post can only be submitted online through the official Kerala Public Service Commission website, www.keralapsc.gov.in .
Here is a step-by-step guide to the application process:
- One Time Registration: First-time applicants must register on the Kerala PSC website by creating a profile through the "One Time Registration" process . This involves entering personal details and creating a User ID and password .
- Login: Candidates who are already registered can log in to their profile using their User ID and password .
- Applying for the Post: After logging in, candidates must click on the "Apply Now" button corresponding to the High School Teacher (Sanskrit) post in the Notification Link .
- No Application Fee: There is no application fee for this post .
- Photograph: A recent photograph (taken within the last six months) must be uploaded to the profile. The candidate's name and the date the photograph was taken should be clearly printed at the bottom .
- Submission: After ensuring all the information in the profile is correct, candidates can submit the application . It's advisable to take a printout or save a soft copy of the submitted application for future reference .
- Exam Confirmation: If a written, OMR, or online test is part of the selection process, candidates will need to submit a confirmation for writing the exam through their profile . The application may be rejected if confirmation is not submitted within the stipulated period .
- Document Verification: All original documents proving qualifications, age, and community must be produced as and when requested by the Commission .
The selection process will be made on a revenue district basis, and a Ranked List will be prepared for each district . The Ranked List will remain in effect for at least one year and a maximum of three years, or until a new list is published, whichever is earlier . Candidates will be advised for appointment from this list against the existing vacancies and any new vacancies reported during the list's validity .
