Divisional Accounts Officer – Direct Recruitment Main Examination (191/2024)

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced the Divisional Accounts Officer – Direct Recruitment (Category No. 191/2024) under the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEB Ltd). This highly competitive recruitment offers a stable government career in accountancy and financial administration within a major public sector organization.

Post Overview

• Post Name: Divisional Accounts Officer

• Category No.: 191/2024

• Department: Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEB Ltd)

• Method of Appointment: Direct Recruitment

• Scale of Pay: ₹59,100 – ₹1,17,400/‑ per month

• Vacancies: 03

• Application Mode: Online (One Time Registration through KPSC portal)

• Exam Schedule:

• Main Examination: Scheduled on Monday, 23 March 2026 (Paper I & II)

Important Dates

• Notification Released: July 15, 2024

• Application Period: Mid‑2024 (exact dates announced in notification)

• Main Exam Date: 23 March 2026

• Paper I: General Knowledge, General English, Arithmetic & Mensuration – 10:00 AM to 12:20 PM

• Paper II: Advanced Accountancy – 1:30 PM to 4:50 PM

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this recruitment, candidates must meet the following conditions:

🎓 Educational Requirements

Applicants should possess one of the following:

1. Graduation + Intermediate Examination pass of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (CA Inter) or the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI Inter).

2. B.Com with First Class and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Finance & Accounts in government undertakings.

3. Graduation + SAS (Commercial) pass conducted by the Indian Audit and Accounts Department.

Age Limit

• 18 to 36 years

• Candidates must be born between 02.01.1988 and 01.01.2006 (inclusive).

• Age relaxation is available as per government rules for eligible categories

Selection Process

The selection for this post follows a Main Examination process, typically after a preliminary screening (if prelims were conducted):

1. Main Written Examination – Objective type questions covering:

   • General Knowledge

   • General English

   • Arithmetic & Mensuration

   • Advanced Accountancy
     – (based on the syllabus prescribed)

2. Rank List Preparation – Based on Main exam performance, candidates are ranked and advised for appointment based on vacancies and reservation rules.

The Main examination evaluates both general aptitude and specialized accounting skills critical for the role.

Syllabus & Preparation Tips

While the official syllabus for Category 191/2024 is not fully published online, typical subjects and areas expected include:

📌 Paper I (General Aptitude)

• General Knowledge (Current events, history, polity)

• General English (Comprehension, grammar)

• Arithmetic & Mensuration

📌 Paper II (Accounting Focus)

• Advanced Accountancy concepts

• Financial Accounting principles

• Cost accounting basics and practices

Career Prospects

A Divisional Accounts Officer plays a vital role in handling financial records, audit controls, budget analysis, and financial compliance within the Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd. The post offers:

• Entry into a stable government finance cadre.

• Opportunities for further promotions and departmental advancement.

• Respectable pay and benefits under Kerala government service.

Preparing for Divisional Accounts Officer – Category 191/2024 demands consistent effort, a good grasp of accounting principles, and smart time management in covering the syllabus. With only 3 vacancies available, competition will be high, making focused preparation key to success.