๐ Kerala PSC University Assistant 2026 โ Complete Guide
The Kerala PSC University Assistant post is one of the most popular and competitive administrative jobs under the Kerala Public Service Commission. It offers a stable government career, attractive salary, and excellent promotion prospects within Keralaโs university system.
This blog provides a complete guide covering:
- Notification details
- Eligibility & age limit
- Salary structure
- Job profile
- Promotion & career growth
- Exam pattern & syllabus
- Expected exam date
- Smart preparation tips
๐๏ธ What is the University Assistant Post?
The University Assistant is an entry-level administrative position in various universities across Kerala. It acts as a gateway to a long-term government career in the higher education sector.
๐ Key Highlights of the Role
- Clerical & administrative support
- File handling & record maintenance
- Data entry and correspondence
- Assisting academic & administrative departments
- Exposure to university governance systems
โจ With job security, structured promotions, and a professional academic environment, this post is ideal for graduates aiming for PSC jobs.
๐ข Kerala PSC University Assistant Notification 2025 โ Complete Details
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has officially released the University Assistant Notification 2025 under:
- ๐ Category Number: 454/2025
- ๐ Notification Date: 28 November 2025
- ๐ Application Mode: Online (PSC Thulasi Portal)
- โณ Last Date to Apply: 31 December 2025
This notification opens recruitment for anticipated vacancies across multiple universities in Kerala.
๐ Kerala PSC University Assistant 2025 โ At a Glance
๐งพ Notification Summary
- Post Name: University Assistant
- Exam Authority: Kerala PSC
- Category No.: 454/2025
- Salary Scale: โน39,300 โ โน83,000
- Vacancies: Anticipated
- Notification Date: 28 November 2025
- Apply Online From: 28 November 2025
- Last Date: 31 December 2025
- Exam Date: Yet to be announced
- Age Limit: 18 โ 36 years
- Official Website: www.keralapsc.gov.in
๐ฏ Eligibility Criteria
๐ Educational Qualification
- Bachelorโs Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
๐ Age Limit
- 18 to 36 years
- Age relaxation applicable for:
- SC / ST
- OBC
- Other eligible categories (as per PSC norms)
๐ฎ๐ณ Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen
๐ฐ Salary Structure
University Assistants are paid as per the 10th Pay Revision.
๐ผ Pay Scale
- โน39,300 โ โน83,000 per month
๐ธ Salary Includes
- Basic Pay
- DA (Dearness Allowance)
- HRA (if applicable)
- Other admissible allowances
โ๏ธ Offers financial stability and long-term growth
๐ Promotion & Career Growth
The University Assistant post offers one of the best promotion hierarchies among PSC clerical jobs.
๐ Promotion Ladder
- University Assistant
- Senior Grade Assistant
- Assistant Section Officer
- Section Officer
- Assistant Registrar
- Assistant Registrar (Higher Grade)
- Deputy Registrar
- Joint Registrar
๐ Promotions are based on service length, departmental exams, and performance.
๐งโ๐ผ Job Profile & Responsibilities
๐๏ธ Key Duties
- Managing clerical & administrative work
- Maintaining official records & files
- Assisting faculty & departments
- Handling correspondence
- Ensuring adherence to university rules & procedures
๐ A balanced role combining administration + academic exposure
๐ Exam Pattern โ Kerala PSC University Assistant
๐ง Written Examination Details
- Mode: OMR / Online
- Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Marks: 100
๐ Subjects Covered
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- General English
- Simple Arithmetic & Mental Ability
- Regional Language (Malayalam / Tamil / Kannada)
โ๏ธ Minimum qualifying marks required to enter the rank list.
๐ Kerala PSC University Assistant Exam Date 2026 (Expected)
- Expected Exam Period: June โ August 2026
- Exam date will be announced officially by Kerala PSC
๐ Due to high competition, early preparation is strongly recommended.
๐ Kerala PSC University Assistant Syllabus
Understanding the syllabus is crucial for focused and effective preparation.
๐งพ Syllabus Benefits
- Helps plan subject-wise preparation
- Clarifies weightage of each section
- Improves accuracy & confidence
๐ Candidates should strictly follow the official PSC syllabus and previous year trends.
๐ Preparation Tips for University Assistant Exam 2026
๐ Smart Preparation Strategy
โ
Understand syllabus & exam pattern clearly
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Create a long-term study plan
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Practice previous year question papers
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Revise regularly & track progress
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Stay updated with current affairs & Kerala topics
Consistency + strategy = success ๐ฏ
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