Overview
The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released the final answer key for the Power Plant Assistant and Boiler Attender examination conducted for Oil Palm India Limited. Issued on 15 October 2026, the 25-page PDF contains the final answers to all 100 questions under Question Paper Code 156/2026/OL; a consolidated total number of posts has not been specified in the answer-key notification.
The examination was held on 29 September 2026 for Category Nos. 739/2025, 742/2025 and 889/2025. Candidates should note that the final answer key is not the recruitment result or ranked list.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission for Oil Palm India Limited |
| Post Name | Power Plant Assistant / Boiler Attender |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the final answer-key notice |
| Application Mode | Online through Kerala PSC One-Time Registration |
| Official Website | keralapsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA / Refer to the category-wise recruitment notification |
| Last Date | TBA / Application process already closed for this examination |
| Exam Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The final answer key was published on 15 October 2026. Candidates can use it to compare their recorded responses and estimate their performance, although marks and qualification status will be confirmed only through the official result.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- The minimum foundational qualification is generally SSLC/10th standard or an equivalent examination.
- Candidates may also be required to possess a valid Boiler Attendant competency certificate, technical certificate or other statutory qualification, depending on the post and category number.
- Relevant practical experience may be prescribed for specific categories.
- Applicants must refer to the original notification for Category Nos. 739/2025, 742/2025 and 889/2025 before relying on any eligibility summary, as the final answer-key notice does not repeat the complete qualification conditions.
Age Limit
- The exact lower and upper age limits are governed by the relevant category-wise recruitment notification.
- Age eligibility is calculated with reference to the cut-off date stated in the original notification.
- Relaxation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, ex-servicemen and other eligible groups applies under Kerala PSC rules.
- Candidates must produce valid proof of date of birth and documents supporting any relaxation claim during verification.
Fees
- Kerala PSC generally does not charge an application fee for applications submitted through its One-Time Registration system.
- No fee is required to download the final answer key PDF.
- Applicants should use only the official portal and avoid third parties claiming payment for access to the answer key or recruitment updates.
Selection Process
- Online/Objective Examination: Candidates appeared for the 100-question examination held on 29 September 2026 under Question Paper Code 156/2026/OL.
- Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted on the basis of examination performance may be called to verify educational, technical, experience, age and community certificates.
- Ranked List and Appointment: Kerala PSC will prepare the applicable shortlist or ranked list, after which appointments may be made based on reported vacancies, rank, reservation rules and document eligibility.
The final key reflects the answers accepted after examination of objections to the provisional key. No further claim should ordinarily be based solely on a candidate’s calculated score.
How to Apply
The application window for this examination has already closed. For reference, Kerala PSC applications and answer-key access can be handled through the following process:
- Visit the official Kerala PSC website at keralapsc.gov.in.
- Select the One-Time Registration/Login option and sign in using the registered user ID and password. New applicants must complete profile registration before applying for future posts.
- Search the notifications using the post name or the relevant category number, then verify the qualification, age, experience and reservation conditions.
- Select Apply Now, confirm the profile details and upload the required photograph or documents in the prescribed format when applications are open.
- Submit the form and save a copy of the application confirmation for future reference.
- To access the present key, open the Answer Key/Final Answer Key section, search for Question Paper Code 156/2026/OL, and download the 25-page PDF.
- Compare the answers carefully with the response record. The official result and shortlist should be checked separately when released.
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FAQs
1. When was the Kerala PSC Power Plant Assistant and Boiler Attender final answer key released?
The final answer key was released on 15 October 2026 for the examination conducted on 29 September 2026.
2. How many answers are included in the final answer key?
The official 25-page PDF provides final answers for all 100 questions under Question Paper Code 156/2026/OL.
3. Is the final answer key the Kerala PSC result?
No. It allows candidates to verify correct responses, but the official result, shortlist or ranked list will be published separately by Kerala PSC.
