SECRETARIAT ASSISTANT NOTIFICATION 2025

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially released the Secretariat Assistant/Auditor Notification 2025, one of the most anticipated degree-level recruitments in the state. If you’re a graduate dreaming of a stable and respected career in the Kerala State Government Secretariat, this is your golden opportunity.

About the Secretariat Assistant Post

The Secretariat Assistant post is one of the highest-profile administrative jobs in Kerala.
Selected candidates will work in departments such as

• Kerala Government Secretariat

• Kerala Public Service Commission

• Advocate General’s Office

• Local Fund Audit Department

• Office of the Enquiry Commissioner and Vigilance

Eligibility Criteria

1️⃣ Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Equivalent qualifications approved by the Kerala PSC are also accepted.

2️⃣ Age Limit

• General Category: 18–36 years (born between 02.01.1988 and 01.01.2006)

• SC/ST: Relaxation up to 5 years

• OBC: Relaxation up to 3 years

Key Highlights of the Notification

• Post Name: Secretariat Assistant / Auditor

• Department(s): Government Secretariat, KPSC Office, Advocate-General’s Office (Ernakulam), State Audit Department, Office of the Vigilance Tribunal & Office of the Enquiry Commissioner and Special Judge. 

• Category No.: 576/2024 

• Scale of Pay: ₹39,300 – ₹83,000 (as per notification) 

• Notification Release Date: 31 December 2024 (Gazette) 

• Last Date to Apply: 29 January 2025 

• Mode of Application: Online only. Candidates must have completed “One-Time Registration (OTR)” on the Thulasi portal of KPSC. 

• Method of Recruitment: Direct recruitment via a competitive exam (prelim + main) for degree-level candidates. 

Selection Process

The recruitment process for Secretariat Assistant involves:

1. Written / OMR Examination (Single Stage)

2. Document Verification for shortlisted candidates

The written exam includes 100 objective-type questions (1 mark each) from topics such as

• General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Constitution of India

• Kerala Renaissance

• Quantitative Aptitude

• Mental Ability

• English and Malayalam Language

🕒 Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
 Negative Marking: ⅓ mark deducted for each wrong answer

The Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant Notification 2025 is a golden chance for graduates to enter Kerala’s administrative framework. With strong preparation, time management, and consistent effort, you can easily secure a position in this prestigious recruitment.