Kerala Public Service Commission Announces Special Recruitment for Pharmacists (ST Candidates)

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has issued a new notification for the special recruitment of Pharmacist Grade II positions exclusively for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates from Kerala. This is a crucial opportunity for eligible individuals to secure a government job with a competitive salary and benefits.

Job Profile and Vacancies:

Post: Pharmacist Grade II (Special Recruitment for ST only)
Department: Health Services
Number of Vacancies: 03 (Three)
Location: Kollam District

Remuneration:

Pay Scale: Rs. 35,600 – 75,400/- per month

Eligibility Criteria:

Community: Only qualified Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates of Kerala State are eligible to apply. Applications from any other community will be summarily rejected.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 41 years old. The birth dates must fall between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2007 (both dates inclusive). A relaxation of the upper age limit up to 50 years may be provided if there are no qualified candidates within the specified age bracket.
Qualifications:
1. A pass in Pre-Degree, Plus Two, or VHSE.
2. A Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm).
3. Valid registration with the Kerala State Pharmacy Council. This registration must be maintained throughout all stages of the selection process.

Application Process and Important Dates:

Mode of Application: Candidates must apply online through the official KPSC website, keralapsc.gov.in.
Registration: New candidates must complete a ‘One Time Registration’ on the website before applying. Existing users can log in to their profile and apply.
Application Fee: There is no application fee for this post.
Submission Deadline: The last date for submission of the online application is Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 12:00 midnight.

Selection Process:

The method of appointment is Direct Recruitment (Special Recruitment from among Scheduled Tribes only).
If a written, OMR, or online test is part of the selection, candidates must submit a confirmation through their profile to be eligible to download the admission ticket. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of the application.
Candidates must be prepared to produce original documents to prove their qualifications, age, and community when requested by the Commission.

Additional Information:

Applicants are advised to read the entire notification carefully, including the “General Conditions” section on the KPSC website, before applying.
Misleading or false claims regarding qualifications or community will lead to disciplinary action, including disqualification.
Candidates who have an Aadhaar card should add it as their ID proof in their profile.