Travancore Devaswom Board LDC

Travancore Devaswom Board LDC: Your Gateway into Temple Administration

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) is one of the largest temple administration bodies in Kerala, overseeing hundreds of temples in the southern part of the state. Among the various job roles offered by the Board, the Lower Division Clerk (LDC) position is one of the most sought-after, especially for candidates looking for a stable government job in the religious and cultural sector.

What is the LDC Post in the Travancore Devaswom Board?

The Lower Division Clerk (LDC) is a clerical post responsible for administrative and office-related tasks such as:

• File maintenance

• Data entry

• Typing documents

• Managing temple-related records

• Assisting higher officials in daily clerical work

LDC Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights

The 2025 LDC notification for the Travancore Devaswom Board (Category No. 039/2025) gives us a fresh view of this recruitment drive:

• Posts: 113 vacancies in Devaswom Boards across Kerala (including Travancore). 

• Pay Scale: ₹ 26,500 – ₹ 60,700 (plus applicable allowances).

• Application Window: September 1 to September 30, 2025.

• Mode: Online application via the Kerala Devaswom Recruitment Board’s portal.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Travancore Devaswom Board LDC post, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

✅ Educational Qualification:

• Pass in SSLC/10th standard or equivalent from a recognized board.

✅ Age Limit:

• Minimum: 18 years

• Maximum: 36 years (with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and other eligible categories as per government norms).

✅ Other Requirements:

• Only Hindu candidates are eligible (as it's a religious institution managing Hindu temples).

• Must be a resident of Kerala (as per usual norms of the Board and Kerala Public Service Commission).

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Offline (OMR-based)

• Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)

• Total Marks: Usually 100

• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Syllabus/Topics

1. Arithmetic / Simple Mathematics & Mental Ability

   • Basic operations, percentages, ratio & proportion, and averages.

   • Time & work, time & distance.

   • Profit & loss, interest, mixtures.

   • Geometry, mensuration, and data interpretation.

2. English—Grammar & Vocabulary

   • Grammar rules (tenses, voice, prepositions, articles).

   • Vocabulary: synonyms, antonyms, and one‑word substitutes.

   • Comprehension, sentence correction, fill in the blanks.

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

   • National, state (especially Kerala), and international events.

   • History, geography, polity, economy, environment.

   • Cultural, scientific, awards, schemes, etc.

4. Regional Language (Malayalam / other relevant language)

   • Grammar, usage, comprehension, and vocabulary.

   • Translation, sentence structure, and error correction.

5. Devaswom/Temple Affairs/Culture

• Basics of temple administration, rituals, and traditions.

• Devaswom Board‑specific rules, temple laws, and customs.

Selection Process

1. Written Test – Candidates must score above the cutoff to qualify.

2. Rank List—Based on marks obtained, a rank list is published.

3. Certificate Verification – Shortlisted candidates are called for verifying documents.

4. Posting—Selected candidates are posted across temple offices managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board.

How to Prepare for TDB LDC Exam

• Know the syllabus: Stick to the TDB LDC syllabus or use Kerala PSC LDC-level books.

• Use previous papers: Practice past question papers from Kerala PSC and TDB exams.

• Read Malayalam newspapers: for current affairs and Kerala-specific GK.

• Focus on basic arithmetic: Practice time and work, percentages, averages, etc.

• Strengthen English grammar and vocabulary.

• Time management: Take mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.