Kerala PSC Recruitment: Pharmacist Grade-II (Ayurveda) Openings

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has issued a notification inviting applications from eligible candidates belonging to specific reservation communities for the post of Pharmacist Grade-II (Ayurveda). These vacancies are distributed across the Indian Systems of Medicine, Insurance Medical Services, and Ayurveda Colleges.

Vacancy Details & Reservation

The recruitment is district-wise and category-specific. Below is the breakdown of the 06 available posts:

Category No.	Community	District	Vacancies
598/2025	Scheduled Tribe (ST)	Alappuzha	01
599/2025	Muslim	Kollam & Pathanamthitta	02
600/2025	Latin Catholic/Anglo Indian	Alappuzha	01
601/2025	OBC	Thiruvananthapuram	01
602/2025	Dheevara	Wayanad	01

Pay Scale: Rs. 27,900 – 63,700/-

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

For ISM/Ayurveda Colleges: SSLC or equivalent, plus a Certificate in Ayurveda Pharmacist Course recognized by the Government of Kerala.
For Insurance Medical Services: Certificate in Ayurveda Pharmacist Course recognized by the Government.

2. Age Limit (as of Jan 1, 2025)

Muslim/OBC/LC/AI/Dheevara: 18–39 years (Born between 02.01.1986 and 01.01.2007).
Scheduled Tribe: 18–41 years (Born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2007).
Note: Slight variations apply for candidates applying to Ayurveda Colleges (minimum age 19).

Application Process

Applications must be submitted strictly through the One Time Registration (OTR) facility on the official Kerala PSC website.

Official Website: www.keralapsc.gov.in
No Application Fee: There is no fee for submitting the application.
Photograph Requirements: The photo must have the candidate’s name and the date the photo was taken printed at the bottom.
Aadhaar: Candidates should link their Aadhaar card to their profile as identity proof.

Important Dates & Selection

Last Date to Apply: January 14, 2026 (Wednesday) before 12:00 Midnight.
Selection Mode: If an OMR/Online test is conducted, candidates must submit a confirmation via their profile to download the Admission Ticket. Failure to provide confirmation will result in the rejection of the application.