SECRETARIAT ASSISTANT SYLLABUS 

For the Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant exam, knowing the latest syllabus and exam pattern is the first step toward smart preparation. This exam opens the door to one of the most respected government positions in Kerala—the Secretariat Assistant/Auditor post.

What is the Secretariat Assistant Exam?

The Secretariat Assistant/Auditor exam is conducted by KPSC to recruit candidates for administrative roles in:

• Kerala Government Secretariat

• Kerala Public Service Commission Office

• Advocate General’s Office

• Local Fund Audit Department

• Enquiry Commissioner and Vigilance Department

Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant Syllabus 2025

The exam mainly tests general awareness, reasoning ability, language proficiency, and basic analytical skills. Below is the full topic-wise breakdown.

1️⃣ General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important national & international current events

• Indian geography and Kerala geography

• Indian economy, five-year plans, and budget basics

• Indian Constitution—key articles, rights, duties, and structure

• Science and technology developments

• Environmental issues and biodiversity

• Arts, culture, literature, and sports in India & Kerala

• Important government schemes and policies

2️⃣ Renaissance in Kerala

• Contributions of reformers like Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, Chattampi Swamikal, and Vakkom Moulavi

• Major social reform movements and organizations

• Temple Entry Proclamation, Vaikom and Guruvayoor Satyagrahas

• Women’s role in Kerala Renaissance

• Modern education and awakening in Kerala society

3️⃣ Constitution of India & Public Administration

• Preamble, Fundamental Rights and Duties

• Union and State Governments—President, Prime Minister, Governor, Chief Minister

• Parliament and State Legislature

• Judiciary system and Constitutional bodies (CAG, EC, UPSC)

• Panchayati Raj and Local Self-Government

• Important amendments and schedules

4️⃣ Quantitative Aptitude

• Numbers, HCF & LCM

• Ratio and Proportion, Percentages

• Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest

• Time, Work, and Distance

• Area, Volume, and Mensuration

• Data Interpretation and Statistics

5️⃣ Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning

• Series and analogies

• Coding–decoding, blood relations

• Direction test and ranking

• Syllogisms and logical puzzles

• Decision-making and problem-solving

6️⃣ English Language

• Grammar: Tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions

• Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitutions

• Spotting errors and sentence correction

• Reading comprehension

• Active and passive voice

7️⃣ Malayalam Language

• Vocabulary and grammar

• Synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and proverbs

• Translation between English and Malayalam

• Sentence usage and comprehension

The Kerala PSC Secretariat Assistant exam is highly competitive, but with the right strategy and understanding of the syllabus, you can easily secure a top rank. Stay consistent, practice regularly, and focus on conceptual clarity rather than rote memorization.