Kerala PSC Company / Board Assistant 2025–2026 Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Salary
By Super Notes
The Kerala PSC Company / Board Assistant 2025–2026 syllabus follows the Common Degree Level pattern and is one of the most competitive examinations conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission. Through Category Nos. 382/2025 and 383/2025, PSC recruits Assistant-level clerical and administrative staff for various government-owned companies, corporations, and boards across Kerala.
This syllabus-based guide explains the exam structure, subject-wise syllabus, prelims–mains pattern, salary, and preparation priority, helping aspirants focus only on what matters for clearing this exam.
Overview of Company / Board Assistant Recruitment
The Company / Board Assistant post is a clerical–administrative role in public sector undertakings and statutory boards such as KSRTC, KSEB, KSFE, KELTRON, SIDCO, KSCDC, Malabar Cements, and similar institutions.
The job involves:
- Office file handling and record maintenance
- Clerical and accounts-related assistance
- Drafting notes, reports, and correspondence
- Computer-based documentation and data handling
This is a non-field, office-based role with long-term career growth and internal promotions.
Notification Details (Syllabus Context)
- Category Numbers: 382/2025 & 383/2025
- Notification Release: October 2025
- Application Period: 15 October 2025 – 19 November 2025
- Recruitment Type: Statewide common notification
- Mode of Application: PSC Thulasi (online only)
Instead of issuing separate notifications for each PSU, PSC combines multiple Assistant-level posts under a single notification.
Competition Level – Why This Exam Is Tough
Total applicants (both categories): 7.8 lakh+
Category 382/2025: ~4 lakh applicants
Category 383/2025: ~3.85 lakh applicants
Due to this volume, Preliminary Examination becomes the main eliminator stage, even though its marks are not counted for the final rank.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Equivalent qualifications approved by Government also accepted
Age Limit (as on notification)
18 – 36 years
Eligible DOB: 02 January 1989 – 01 January 2007
Age relaxation as per PSC norms (SC/ST/OBC, etc.)
Additional Skill Note
Computer knowledge is not mandatory, but basic proficiency is an advantage.
Selection Process (Syllabus Linked)
The recruitment is conducted in two stages:
Preliminary Examination – Screening test
Main Examination – Rank-deciding stage
👉 Prelims marks are not counted for rank, but qualifying Prelims is compulsory to appear for Mains.
Kerala PSC Company / Board Assistant Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
Type: Objective (OMR/CBT)
Marks: 100
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Negative marking: As per PSC rules
Main Examination
Separate exam for Company / Board Assistant
Marks obtained in Mains decide final rank list
Kerala PSC Company / Board Assistant Syllabus (Prelims)
General Knowledge
Indian History
Kerala History & Renaissance
Indian Geography
Kerala Geography
Indian Polity & Constitution
Indian Economy
Kerala Economy
Indian National Movement
Current Affairs
National & International events
Kerala-specific current affairs
Government schemes
Appointments, awards, sports
Last 12–18 months focus
Arithmetic & Mental Ability
Number system
Percentage
Ratio & Proportion
Average
Time & Work
Time & Distance
Profit & Loss
Simple Interest
Reasoning
Analogy
Classification
Series
Coding–Decoding
Blood relations
Direction sense
Logical reasoning
General English
Vocabulary
Grammar basics
Sentence correction
Comprehension
Regional Language (Malayalam)
Grammar basics
Usage and comprehension
Main Examination – Syllabus Depth
The Mains syllabus is more detailed and focuses on:
Kerala-related governance
Administrative awareness
Advanced GK & current affairs
Degree-level conceptual clarity
Prelims tests speed and accuracy, while Mains tests depth and consistency.
Salary and Service Benefits
Pay Scale: ₹27,800 – ₹59,400
As per 10th Pay Revision
Additional benefits include:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
HRA / Travel Allowance
Medical benefits
Pension & retirement benefits
This is a secure, permanent government job with predictable income growth.
Promotion and Career Growth
Internal promotion hierarchy typically includes:
Assistant
Senior Assistant
Junior Superintendent
Senior Superintendent
Manager / Administrative Officer
This makes Company / Board Assistant a long-term career, not a temporary clerical post.
Expected Exam Dates (2026)
Preliminary Exam: May – July 2026
Main Exam: August – October 2026 (tentative)
PSC schedules may change, so aspirants should prepare assuming Prelims is the main filter.
Application Process (PSC Thulasi)
Apply through PSC Thulasi portal only
One-Time Registration mandatory
Apply under Category 382/2025 or 383/2025
No application fee
Regularly check profile for confirmation & hall ticket updates
Syllabus-Based Preparation Strategy
Treat this as a Common Degree Level exam, not a one-time attempt
Revise GK and Kerala-focused topics repeatedly
Focus on accuracy rather than excessive attempts
Practice PSC-standard questions only
Maintain consistency over long preparation cycles
Final Words from Super Notes
The Kerala PSC Company / Board Assistant exam rewards discipline, not shortcuts. Clearing Prelims itself places you ahead of lakhs of candidates. Structured preparation aligned strictly with the syllabus is the only reliable way forward.
Stay calm. Stay consistent.
Preparation done steadily always beats preparation done in panic.
— Super Notes
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