Civil Excise Officer Notification
What is a civil excise officer?
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies slightly from state to state, but the common criteria include:
1. Educational Qualification
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Must have completed Plus Two (Higher Secondary)
(Some states may allow degree holders as well.)
2. Age Limit
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Generally: 18 to 36 years
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Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per government norms.
3. Physical Standards (Typical Requirements)
(These may vary based on gender and category.)
For Male Candidates
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Height: 165 cm (Relaxation for certain categories)
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Chest: 81 cm (expansion 5 cm)
For Female Candidates
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Height: 152 cm (varies slightly across states)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) may include events such as
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100 m race
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Long jump
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High jump
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Shot put
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800 m run
Exam Format and Curriculum
- Current Affairs and General Knowledge
- Constitution of India
- Reasoning and Cognitive Abilities
- Numerical Skills
- English / Malayalam (or local dialect)
- Information about Kerala (if applicable)
- Basic Computer Knowledge
Civil Excise Officer Salary
- The salary framework is appealing owing to allowances provided by the government.
- Standard Pay Range: ₹27,000 – ₹59,000 (dependent on the state)
Extra perks:
- DA + HRA
- Healthcare benefits
- Pension (as part of the contributory pension plan)
- Job stability and professional advancement