Overview
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released the provisional answer key for examinations conducted for Assistant Professor, Cook Cum Caretaker and other posts in 2026. The answer key notice covers multiple recruitment examinations, while the total number of vacancies has not been specified in the answer key release. Candidates can download the post-wise PDF from the commission’s official website and verify their recorded responses.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Cook Cum Caretaker and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the answer key notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | keralapsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
The recruitment and examination schedules may differ for each post. Candidates should refer to the relevant category number and post-wise notification for confirmed dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA/Post-wise |
| Last Date | TBA/Post-wise |
| Exam Date | As mentioned in the respective answer key PDF |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements vary because the answer key has been issued for examinations covering different posts and departments. Applicants must check the original recruitment notification associated with their post and category number.
Educational Qualification
- For Assistant Professor posts, candidates are generally required to possess the relevant postgraduate degree and other academic qualifications prescribed for the discipline.
- NET, SLET, SET, PhD, medical registration or professional experience may be required for certain teaching and specialised posts.
- For Cook Cum Caretaker and similar posts, the required qualification may include a school-level pass, relevant certificate, cooking qualification or prescribed work experience.
- Equivalent qualifications will be accepted only when recognised under Kerala PSC rules or specifically permitted in the post-wise notification.
- Candidates must produce original qualification and experience certificates during verification.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits are post-specific and should be checked in the original recruitment notification.
- Age relaxation is generally available to eligible SC, ST, OBC and other reserved-category candidates under Kerala government rules.
- The date used to calculate age will be the cut-off date stated in the relevant notification.
Fees
- Kerala PSC applications are generally submitted through One Time Registration, with no conventional application fee for many direct recruitment notifications.
- Candidates should verify whether examination, practical test or departmental test charges apply to their particular category.
- No fee should be paid for merely downloading the provisional answer key.
Selection Process
The selection procedure may vary depending on the post, but it generally includes the following stages:
- Written/OMR/Online Examination: Candidates are assessed through an objective or subject-specific examination. The provisional answer key allows them to review the answers used for initial evaluation.
- Interview, Practical Test or Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview, teaching assessment, practical test or certificate verification, depending on the post.
- Final Rank List: Kerala PSC prepares the final ranked list after considering examination marks, valid answer-key objections and performance in any additional selection stage.
How to Apply
As the recruitment applications have already been processed, candidates now need to download the answer key and submit objections, if permitted. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Kerala PSC official website at keralapsc.gov.in.
- Open the Downloads or Answer Key section available on the homepage.
- Select the link for Provisional Answer Key 2026.
- Find the relevant post, such as Assistant Professor or Cook Cum Caretaker, using the post name, examination date or category number.
- Open and download the answer key PDF for the correct question-paper code.
- Compare the answers with the responses marked during the examination and calculate the probable score using the applicable marking scheme.
- If an answer appears incorrect, follow the objection procedure stated by Kerala PSC and submit supporting documentary evidence within the prescribed period.
- Save a copy of the PDF and any objection acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates should verify the booklet code, category number and exam date before using an answer key. Objections submitted after the deadline or without authoritative supporting material may not be considered. After reviewing valid representations, the commission may publish a final answer key, which will normally be used for result preparation.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the Kerala PSC Answer Key 2026 final?
No. The currently released key is provisional and may be revised after Kerala PSC examines valid objections submitted by candidates.
2. Where can candidates download the answer key PDF?
Candidates can download the post-wise provisional answer key from the Answer Key section of the official Kerala PSC website.
3. When will the Kerala PSC result be released?
The result date has not yet been announced. Results are expected after objections are reviewed and the evaluation process is completed.
